Eemua 159 Tank Storage

eemua 159 is the most comprehensive user’s guide available on above ground storage tanks. the guide is intended to assist in the establishment of essential inspection and maintenance requirements for above ground vertical cylindrical steel storage tanks, in order to minimise in-service problems and extend the useful life. it offers guidance on tanks built to bs, en or api standards for the storage of petroleum and chemical feed-stocks and products and refrigerated gases. these standards include bs 2654, api 620 and api 650, din 4119-1 and -2, codres, g0801 and en 14015. eemua 159 sets out key features for planning and executing inspection, maintenance and repair works. it includes descriptions of the key tank components that require inspection and maintenance, degradation mechanisms and common inspection techniques, and details on tank lifting. comprehensive guidance is given on many key design features, on common problems experienced during operation and on repair methods. ee