Engineering for Safety and the Environment
Given what they often contain, the design and maintenance of storage tanks are governed by strict regulations and codes (e.g., from API and EPA).
Key safety and environmental features include:
Secondary Containment: The most critical feature. This is a barrier (like a dike or a double-walled tank) that surrounds the primary tank to catch any leaks or spills, preventing soil and groundwater contamination.
Overfill Prevention: Automated systems and alarms to shut down transfers and alert operators before a tank overflows.
Vapor Control: Systems to manage harmful or explosive vapors, especially on volatile liquid tanks.
Corrosion Protection: Advanced coatings and cathodic protection systems (sacrificial anodes) to extend the tank’s lifespan and prevent failures.
Post time: Sep-02-2025