Developments in Aboveground Storage Tank Engineering Solutions

Presenters: Derek Slovenec, Ph.D., P.E.
Date: August 21, 2025 | 11:00 AM EDT

Aboveground storage tank (AST) engineers must contend with an ever-evolving landscape of operational requirements, environmental loads, inspection technologies, and industry best practices to achieve reliability goals. These dynamic factors affect all phases of AST lifecycle management, and proper foresight is needed to beneficially leverage the coming changes. This presentation will use real-world case studies to illustrate the motivation and impact of relevant code changes, as well as highlight proposed advancements in AST FFS methodologies. Updated ASCE 7 load procedures affecting tanks will be discussed in detail, including snow, seismic, wind, and (newly added) tornado loads. Opportunities for technology advancement in the areas of hydrostatic test exemption and Level 3 FFS assessment will be showcased alongside committee progress reports. The goal of this discussion is to empower engineers and decision stakeholders alike to extend storage tank service life and reduce risk by illuminating what lies ahead in the world of storage tanks.

What You Will Learn:

How new inspection technologies enable more reliable FFS and repair planning work
What impact new regulatory requirements will have on storage tank owners and engineers
Why environmental loads change over time and how to manage the associated risks
How advanced FFS methods are being used to address a wide array of AST concerns including repairs, hydrotest exemption, settlement, and more

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