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Case Studies of Failures in Crude / Vacuum Units

Authors: Raj K. Patadia, P.E., Staff Engineer I; Phillip E. Prueter, P.E., Principal Engineer II

The contaminants found within crude oil can lead to numerous types of damage mechanisms that impact the crude unit. Unfortunately, multiple damage mechanisms can be the cause of an in-service failure. In this article, two case studies discuss the need to conduct in-service failure analyses for uncovering the root causes and developing practical risk mitigation strategies.

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Improving Your Mechanical Integrity Program

Author: James R. Olson

Learn how to support the full life-cycle management of your assets by evolving your MI program to meet changing business and technological requirements. In this article, James Olson will highlight a variety of techniques that will proactively help you and your organization free up both time and resources.

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Evaluating a Tank Fixed Roof Structural Failure

Author: Derek Slovenec

Aboveground storage tanks are susceptible to damage from many factors, including environmental loads, process upset conditions, strength reduction due to metal loss, tank settlement, or some combination thereof. This damage often manifests as buckling of the tank shell, which is thin relative to its large surface area.

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