Must a flat-bottomed storage tank be designed with anchor bolts?
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May I ask, must flat-bottom storage tanks be equipped with foot bolts? Are there any latest regulations or standards?
Whether anchor bolts are necessary for the design of a flat-bottomed storage tank depends on the tank’s design standards and operating conditions. Some design standards and codes may require the use of anchor bolts to ensure the stability and safety of the structure. It is recommended to consult the latest industry standards and design codes for exact requirements. .
GB50341_2014 Code for Design of Vertical Cylindrical Welded Steel Oil Tanks 11. Wind Resistance Calculation and Anchoring Design of Oil Tanks
It needs to be calculated; by performing the calculation based on the relevant conditions, it can be determined whether anchor bolts are required
In accordance with GB50341 or SH/T3167
Last time I was in communication with a design institute, I seem to have heard that the new regulations require the use of foot bolts; however, I couldn’t find the relevant regulations:P
API650,API620
It depends on the specific circumstances. If it is a pressure vessel at normal pressure, and it meets the requirements regarding earthquakes and wind loads in accordance with GB50341, then it may not require foot bolts for anchoring