Storage Tank Design, Construction & Maintenance

About the Course

Storage tanks are critical assets in oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial facilities, where safe containment and operational reliability are essential. Failures in tank design, construction, or maintenance can result in catastrophic incidents, including tank rupture, fire, product loss, and environmental damage. These risks are intensified by ageing infrastructure, corrosion, settlement, welding defects, and deviations from design and inspection requirements. A disciplined and standards-driven approach is therefore required to ensure tanks are designed, constructed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with recognised engineering practices.

Industry standards such as the American Petroleum Institute API 650, API 620, and API 653 provide the foundation for storage tank design, construction, inspection, repair, and lifecycle management. This 5-day Storage Tank Design, Construction & Maintenance training course equips delegates with the capability to interpret design requirements, evaluate construction quality, assess tank integrity, and support long-term reliability. It focuses on engineering design, structural calculations, fabrication practices, inspection methodologies, maintenance strategies, and failure prevention aligned with current industry practices. Delegates will enhance their ability to apply calculation methods, review structural conditions, and address integrity risks using practical engineering approaches. Emphasis is placed on integrating design, construction, inspection, and maintenance activities to support safe performance, regulatory compliance, and sustained asset value.

Core Objectives

By the end of the training course, delegates will be able to:

• Interpret storage tank design standards and API 650 requirements
• Develop structural design concepts for shells, roofs, and foundations
• Apply construction and welding practices in accordance with codes
• Assess tank integrity using API 653 inspection methodologies
• Diagnose structural failures and degradation mechanisms
• Optimise maintenance strategies for long-term performance
• Mitigate risks associated with tank operation and structural integrity

Training Approach

This training course delivers a structured and engineering-focused learning experience through expert-led instruction, design-based discussions, failure case analysis, calculation workshops, and applied exercises aligned with storage tank lifecycle management.

The Attendees

This training course is designed for professionals responsible for tank design, construction, inspection, and maintenance across oil & gas and industrial facilities.

A broad range of professionals will benefit, including but not limited to:

• Mechanical Engineers
• Civil and Structural Engineers
• Tank Design Engineers
• Inspection Engineers
• Maintenance Engineers
• Project Engineers
• Asset Integrity Specialists

Daily Discussion

DAY ONE: API 650 DESIGN FRAMEWORK AND TANK CONFIGURATION

• Scope and Structure of API 650
• Tank Types and Design Conditions (Atmospheric and Low Pressure)
• Material Selection (API 650 Section 4) and Mechanical Properties
• Shell, Bottom, and Roof Configuration Requirements
• Design Codes, Standards, and Compliance Basis

DAY TWO: STRUCTURAL DESIGN AND ENGINEERING CALCULATIONS

• Shell Thickness Calculations Under Design Conditions (API 650 Section 5)
• Bottom Plate and Annular Plate Design Calculations
• Roof Load Assessment and Structural Design Checks
• Foundation Loading, Settlement Analysis, and Soil Interaction
• Wind and Seismic Design Considerations for Tanks

DAY THREE: CONSTRUCTION, WELDING, AND QUALITY CONTROL

• Tank Fabrication and Welding Procedures (API 650 Section 5)
• Erection Methods and Construction Sequencing
• Welding Inspection and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Techniques
• Hydrostatic Testing and Acceptance Criteria (API 650 Section 7)
• Construction Quality Assurance and Documentation Control

DAY FOUR: INSPECTION, FAILURE MODES, AND INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

• Inspection Requirements and Intervals Under API 653
• Corrosion, Settlement, and Structural Distortion Assessment
• Thickness Measurement Evaluation and Remaining Life Review
• Failure Case Analysis: Leakage, Buckling, and Roof Collapse
• Fitness-for-Service and Integrity Assessment Practices

DAY FIVE: REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, AND LIFECYCLE OPTIMISATION

• Repair and Alteration Requirements Under API 653
• Corrosion Protection and Coating Systems
• Maintenance Planning and Reliability Strategies
• Risk-Based Maintenance and Integrity Planning
• Lifecycle Performance Optimisation and Failure Prevention

Certificate Awarded

Upon successful completion of this training course, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from XCalibre Training Centre, acknowledging their accomplishment. This certificate serves as a testament to their dedication to developing their skills and advancing their expertise in their respective fields.