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Grounding is a critical aspect of safety design in industrial facilities—especially in environments that handle flammable or explosive materials such as petrochemicals. Among the many grounding practices, a widely adopted and even mandatory requirement is to equip storage tanks with two grounding wires. But why two? This article explores the technical, regulatory, and safety reasons […]

Introduction Liquefied hydrocarbon spherical tanks are widely used in the petrochemical industry for the storage of highly volatile and flammable substances such as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), propane, and butane. Ensuring the safety of these tanks is critical, particularly in emergency situations such as fires or leaks. One essential safety measure is the emergency water

This article provides a detailed introduction to 12 common types of industrial towers. Each type is systematically explained with an emphasis on their principles, characteristics, and applications, making it a valuable resource for readers with interests ranging from basic knowledge to practical applications in engineering and industry. 1. Packed Absorption Tower Description: A packed tower

Effective liquid level monitoring is critical in ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of storage tanks across industries, including petroleum, chemical, and water storage. To achieve this, storage tanks are equipped with high and low-level alarms to notify operators of any potentially dangerous liquid levels. This article outlines the key standards and specific requirements for

Storage tanks play a critical role in industries such as petrochemicals, energy, water treatment, and chemical manufacturing. However, incidents involving tank leakage, corrosion, or structural failure are not uncommon, often due to lapses in safety management or delayed inspections. This raises a fundamental question: Is there a unified standard for the periodic inspection of storage

1. Incident Overview At a chemical plant’s tank farm, operations personnel observed that a pressure gauge installed on a storage tank containing flammable liquid was continuously showing abnormally high readings, far exceeding the normal operating range. This anomaly triggered an alarm in the Distributed Control System (DCS). On-site inspections revealed no visible leaks, abnormal temperatures,

Industrial storage tanks come in various types, each designed for specific purposes based on the nature of the substance stored, operational requirements, safety considerations, and economic factors. Among the most common types are spherical tanks, floating-roof tanks, fixed-roof (domed-roof) tanks, and horizontal tanks. Below is a detailed overview of their differences and selection guidelines. 1.

Oil tank calibration and measurement are crucial processes in the storage, transportation, and sale of petroleum products. Accurate measurement ensures proper inventory control, minimizes losses, and maintains compliance with industry regulations. The measurement methods are generally categorized into static measurement and dynamic measurement. Static measurement is used for stationary oil in storage tanks, whereas dynamic

In industrial applications, particularly in the storage of chemicals, petroleum, and other volatile substances, the safety of storage tanks is paramount. One critical feature designed to protect both the tank and the surrounding environment is the emergency pressure relief manhole. This device is installed to safeguard against the dangers posed by excessive pressure or vacuum

In the oil and gas industry, oil storage tanks are critical facilities for holding crude oil and its pre-processed materials. Accurate level monitoring is essential to prevent spills, reduce accident risks, and optimize inventory management. This article introduces the best level switch technologies suitable for oil tanks, including the Zero Instrument tuning fork level switches