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11 - OGE-S - Oil & Gas - Shipping and Storage
OG-S 117 - API 620 Design and Construction of Large, Welded, Low-pressure Storage Tanks
| Code | Start Date | Duration | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG-S 117 | 21 July 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-S 117 | 15 September 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-S 117 | 10 November 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-S 117 | 22 December 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
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Course Description
API 620 is a standard for large, field-assembled storage tanks used for petroleum intermediates, finished products, and other liquid substances commonly handled by various industries. This course enables participants to understand, apply, and implement API 620 effectively. Candidates will gain practical knowledge of the standard’s requirements, design principles, and field applications through visual examples, calculations, experiments, and key insights.
Course Objectives
- Understanding the scope and limitations of API 620
- Effectively using API 620 for storage tank applications
- Performing all tank calculations with accuracy
- Applying API 620 in conjunction with other referenced standards
- Selecting appropriate materials for tank fabrication
- Understanding structural design considerations for different loading conditions
- Gaining proficiency in inspection, testing, and erection methods
Who Should Attend?
- Mechanical Engineers
- Tank Designers
- Process Engineer
- Plant Engineers
- Project Engineers
- Project Managers
Course Details/Schedule
Day 1
- Introduction to API 620 and its significance
- Logic of the standard and its field applications
- Determining tank type and dimensions based on operational needs
- Scope and limitations of API 620 in tank design
- Material selection criteria for carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel
Day 2
- Design conditions and structural integrity assessment
- Seismic load calculations and impact on tank stability
- Wind load analysis and reinforcement requirements
- Internal and external load considerations for tank performance
- Structural design principles for low-pressure welded storage tanks
Day 3
- Roof types and structural configurations for different tank applications
- Fabrication techniques for ensuring durability and compliance
- Inspection, examination, and testing procedures for quality assurance
- Marking requirements and industry labeling standards
- Welding procedures and qualification requirements
Day 4
- Erection procedures and structural integrity checks
- Inspection methodologies for verifying compliance with API 620
- Pressure- and vacuum-relieving devices for operational safety
- Venting requirements and system integration in storage tanks
- Overview of annexes A to N and their significance in tank design
Day 5
- Detailed review of annexes O to X and their applications
- Examination of additional referenced standards in API 620
- Comparison of API 620 with API 650 and key design differences
- Case studies on real-world applications of API 620 tanks
