Welded API 650 flat-bottom tanks

Inspection of Welded storage tanks Surfaces Exposed during FabricationThe edges of API 650 flat-bottom tanks plates, openings and fittings exposed during fabrication shall be inspected carefully to make sure that any defects have been uncovered, as well as to determine that the work has been performed properly.Minor defects found may be repaired only after the inspector approves the method and extent of repairs. Materials that have more than minor defects that cannot be satisfactorily repaired shall be rejected.Spot radiographic or ultrasonic examination shall be not less than 6 in. extending along the weld. Spot radiography shall comply with the standards given in 7.15.1.3. Where spot radiographic or ultrasonic examination is applied at joint intersections, the surface shall be prepared and examined for a distance of 3 in. on each side of the intersection, making the minimum length of examination 6 in. on the horizontal weld and 3 in. on the vertical weld.API 650 storage tank is used for commonly used oil, gasoline, diesel, chemical and production water storage. API 650 flat-bottom tanks Storage tanks built to these standards are spread across U.S. refineries, terminals, pipelines, and production facilities. The API 650 detailed standard specifies the design, processing, welding, inspection and installation procedures for storage tanks.A West Africa customer 112000pcs ASTM A36 Screw Ribbons for project West Africa Gas Pipeline (WAGP) in 2017 year. A36 carbon steel’s strength, formability, and excellent welding properties make it suitable for a large variety of applications, including welding, fabricating, and bending. Our customer is satisfied with our carbon steel A36 Screw Ribbons. If you are interested in our steel machining parts, welcome to contact us.After using for a certain period of time, it is necessary to check the corrosion protection of the metal oil tank and paint the outer wall of the API 650 flat-bottom tanks with anti-corrosion paint. The inlet and outlet valves of API 650 flat-bottom tanks shall be inspected and maintained regularly to ensure they are in good condition. Oil tank will produce a lot of dirt when it is stored for a long time. Usually, the cleaning cycle of metal oil tank is about three to five years.Since its establishment, the company has been deeply supported and loved by customers with its unique business philosophy and business model. The company has always adhered to the tenet of "credibility first, integrity-based, quality first" and sincerely serves new and old customers. At the same time, it keeps pace with the times based on market orientation, continuously expands offline channels, and gradually establishes a complete online E-commerce business management platform. We will always promote our after-sales service to make client satisfied with our goods.