Storage Tank Design, Analysis and Evaluation COADE
Storage Tank Design, Analysis and Evaluation COADE
Storage Tank Design, Analysis and Evaluation COADE
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<strong>COADE</strong>TANK<strong>Storage</strong> <strong>Tank</strong> <strong>Design</strong>, <strong>Analysis</strong><strong>and</strong> <strong>Evaluation</strong>
TANK: <strong>Design</strong>, <strong>Analysis</strong> &<strong>Evaluation</strong> of Oil <strong>Storage</strong> <strong>Tank</strong>sTANK is a comprehensive, easy-to-use softwareprogram for the design, analysis <strong>and</strong> evaluationof welded steel oil storage tanks according toAmerican Petroleum Institute (API) St<strong>and</strong>ards650 <strong>and</strong> 653. It provides owners, operators <strong>and</strong>engineering firms with quick <strong>and</strong> comprehensivedesigns for new tank construction <strong>and</strong> evaluationof existing tanks.Input is fast because each input item includesan edit box with the expected units displayed.TANK:Accurate<strong>and</strong> ReliableResultsEASYTANK makes the analysis <strong>and</strong> evaluationof oil storage tanks easy <strong>and</strong>intuitive. The menu-driven interfacemakes analysis a breeze <strong>and</strong> itscontext sensitive help mean that youget help when you need it.ACCURATETANK provides accurate analysisresults <strong>and</strong> useful cost evaluation.You can be sure that your chosentank configuration is designed to code<strong>and</strong> as efficiently as possible.RELIABLEThe program’s strategic updates withkey enhancements have given itsusers the confidence that TANK willdeliver superior results every time.TANK provides thefollowing capabilities—right out of the box!Built for Real-World Applications• Created By <strong>and</strong> For Engineers<strong>Design</strong>ed for Fast Input• Intuitive Forms Make Input EasyComplete Unit Flexibility• Create Any <strong>Analysis</strong> UnitMaterial Databases• Insert <strong>and</strong> Define Any MaterialSteel, Seismic <strong>and</strong> Nozzle Info• <strong>Design</strong> Info Readily AvailableFull Customization Flexibility• User-defined <strong>Analysis</strong> CriteriaConvenient Error Checking• Complete Pre-analysis ChecksTabular <strong>and</strong> Graphic Output• Feature-rich <strong>Analysis</strong> ReportsQuick Context-Sensitive Help• Instant Help When Needed<strong>Analysis</strong> Codes <strong>and</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ards• Full Codes <strong>and</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ardsAfter error checking <strong>and</strong> analysis, users can view results in a tabular,text report (shown above) or as graphic output.Context-Sensitive HelpThe help system includes API code references for easy verification <strong>and</strong> isorganized hierarchically with a built-in search feature for rapid navigation.
Shell SettlementShell settlement diagrams plot the measured settlement around the tankagainst the planar cosine curve.Nozzle InteractionNozzle interaction diagrams show the relationship between nozzle loads<strong>and</strong> their limits.Full <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>and</strong><strong>Design</strong> CapabilitiesBuilt for Real-World ApplicationsTANK is developed <strong>and</strong> maintainedby engineers who deal daily with APIst<strong>and</strong>ards <strong>and</strong> methods. This ensuresTANK includes all the tools needed toquickly <strong>and</strong> accurately analyze,design <strong>and</strong> evaluate oil storage tanks.<strong>Design</strong>ed for Fast InputTANK’s menu-driven interface allowsfor the quick definition of input <strong>and</strong>functions for the accurate analysis ofoil storage tanks to API st<strong>and</strong>ards.Complete Unit FlexibilityIncreased flexibility is provided byallowing users to select any unitcombination they wish to performtheir analyses or produce reports.In addition, unit files are completelyuser-definable so engineers are notbound by program default settings.Even existing jobs can be convertedinto any existing unit format.Material DatabasesTANK saves you time <strong>and</strong> money byletting you select <strong>and</strong> load materialinformation automatically from itsextensive built-in material databases.TANK also includes a database editorto allow full customization of thematerial databases.Steel, Seismic <strong>and</strong> Nozzle InfoOther databases are also an integralpart of TANK, which makes it easyto select st<strong>and</strong>ard data for accurateanalysis. Whether users want to selectthe correct structural member for aroof, the appropriate seismic curve forearthquake regions, nozzle loadingdata or flexibilities from current or pastAPI st<strong>and</strong>ards, these can all be quicklyselected from user-modifiable tables.Full Customization FlexibilityTANK lets you control everythingfrom calculations to databases, soyou can customize your own TANKenvironment. Do you want to use thebuilt-in API material database from aprior year? Do you want to considercorrosion in the Appendix P nozzleflexibility calculations, wind girdercalculations or internal pressurecalculations? These <strong>and</strong> numerousother customization options let youachieve results your way.Convenient Error CheckingOnce input is specified, the softwareperforms error checking, highlightingany unusual or incompatible data.This helps ensure units <strong>and</strong> otherspecifications make sense in thereal world. Once the input passeserror checking, you can then performthe analysis.Tabular <strong>and</strong> Graphic OutputAfter completing an analysis, you canview the results in a tabular report oras a graphic diagram with associateddata. For convenience in verifying theresults, the output reports referencecode sections where applicable.Quick Context-Sensitive HelpTANK’s context-sensitive help providesinstant technical assistance at thepoint of input. Pertinent information ispresented about each selected item,including code references <strong>and</strong> technicaladvice. Built-in search featuresprovide for rapid navigation, <strong>and</strong> theway in which information is storedmakes browsing for an item as easyas flicking through a book.<strong>Analysis</strong> Codes <strong>and</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ardsTANK incorporates full analysis <strong>and</strong>design capabilities for all structural<strong>and</strong> material requirements to API 65010th Edition, Addendum 3 <strong>and</strong> API 6533rd Edition, Addendum 1 st<strong>and</strong>ards.• Thickness design <strong>and</strong> analysisusing the variable point method,one foot method <strong>and</strong> API 650Appendix A method• <strong>Design</strong> <strong>and</strong> analysis of supportedcone roofs• Material adjustments according toAPI 650 Appendix M <strong>and</strong> API 653• Seismic requirements of API 650,Appendix E, including anchoragedesign• Service/maintenance considerationsbased on API 653, L, t1 <strong>and</strong> t2• Bottom plate minimum thicknessevaluation• Stainless steel material usageper API 650, Appendix S• Nozzle flexibilities with allowableloads <strong>and</strong> interaction designs,with built-in curves, according toAppendix P• Shell settlement evaluationaccording to API 653 Appendix B• Wind overturning stability, includinganchorage design according toAPI 650, Section 3.12• Internal pressure according toAppendix F• Wind girder requirements• Allowed fluid heights, remainingcorrosion <strong>and</strong> hydrotest height• Air venting requirements foremptying, filling <strong>and</strong> emergencyconditions as per API-2000Section 4.3Cone Roof <strong>Design</strong> OutputSupported cone roof design output shows results for column, girder<strong>and</strong> rafter rings <strong>and</strong> roof plates.
Material DatabasesEasily add or modify any material definitionwithin the program.System Requirements:• Microsoft Windows (2000, XP or later)Operating System• Microsoft Internet Explorer (5.0 or later)TANK Licenses:All TANK software licenses provide thefollowing as st<strong>and</strong>ard:• Complete program• One program manual• Technical newsletter subscription• Phone, fax, bulletin board, web site <strong>and</strong> e-mailaccess for technical supportFull License provides:• Perpetual single license with no limit on theamount or duration of use• One full year of automatic upgradesfrom date of purchase• Eligibility for annual extensionsof automatic upgrades• Eligibility for discounts on additional TANKFull License purchasesMonthly Lease provides:• Full License copy on a monthly rental basis• Option to apply first month leasewhen converting to a Full License purchase.Cost <strong>Evaluation</strong>Use “Sizing Scratch-Pad” to calculate themost efficient tank configuration.<strong>COADE</strong>, INC.12777 Jones Road, Suite 480Houston, Texas 77070 USAPhone: +1 281-890-4566Fax: +1 281-890-3301US Toll Free: 1 800-899-8787E-mail: sales@coade.comWeb: www.coade.com©2006 <strong>COADE</strong>, Inc. All Rights Reserved.TANK is a trademark of <strong>COADE</strong>. Windows <strong>and</strong>Internet Explorer are trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation. Pentium is a trademark of Intel.