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DID YOU KNOW? There are two related causes of ignition in storage tanks: static from normal tank operations and static from a direct or nearby strike. The mechanism is similar, with static ignition taking place over minutes whereas lightning ignition takes place over a fraction of a second. According to API 2003, A.7., in order […]
Steel and fiberglass production tanks are subject to myriad vulnerabilities. They require multiple layers of static and lightning protection including: Dissipation of static and bound charge (potential) on the stored product Direct lightning attachment to the tank or tank battery Bonding of all masses of inductance on the tank and battery There exist solutions that […]
Download the PDF Static dissipation arrays: a buyer’s guide Static dissipation array is a generic description of a system using point discharge phenomenon to protect a given object or area from a lightning strike. Static dissipation arrays are available in a variety of forms and have received various marketing pelations from their manufacturers. They have […]
Download the PDF On occasion in our industry, certain types of tanks explode or catch fire, sometimes, but not always, during electrical storms. These tanks include SWD, produced water, frac tanks and distillate tanks. The problem occurs with steel, lined-steel and fiberglass tanks. The two possible causes of these incidents point to static discharge and/or […]
Download the PDF In 2009, an operator in North Dakota began installing guided wave radar level sensors in fiberglass produced water tanks in their Sanish Field. The purpose of this installation was to secure compatibility with the company’s SCADA system, allow reading without climbing tanks, and secure additional accuracy and reliability. Unfortunately, after six months […]