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Understanding the API 653 Tank Inspection Process
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is one of the largest regulating bodies when it comes to maintenance, repair and construction of above ground storage tanks. Typically, all storage tank owners and operators must have their tanks inspected by an API-certified inspector once every five years, or a quarter of the tank’s corrosion rate. Whether you’re…
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API 650 and 653 What You Need to Know
Above ground storage tank units (AST) store many of the materials we need for our day-to-day lives. From agriculture, fertilizer, and liquid nitrogen to oil and water, ASTs offer protection and stability for storing these materials. Without them, it would be next to impossible to store or transport such materials, which in turn would create…
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Wells Fargo Sends Mobile Trailer to Disaster Areas to Give Residents Mortgage Help
While mobile office technology might bring to mind high-tech laptops and other devices that allow you to conduct business on the go, the term can also be used to refer to the trailer offices many industries use when a traditional work space isn’t accessible. Although often associated with construction, these temporary office spaces are slowly…
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How to Maximize Worker Safety
One of the most important elements of a construction job is maximizing worker’s safety onsite. Working with heavy machinery and at great heights naturally presents the potential for accidents. However, there are steps that every construction company takes to ensure the best safety on their worksite. It seems these steps are working: the number of…
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The API 650 Standard What Every Tank Owner and Operator Should Know
The American Petroleum Institute (API)’s 650 standard, now in its 12th edition, is the most common standard used for regulating above ground storage tanks — particularly welded steel tanks. The API standard 650 is normally used for steel storage tanks that store oil, gasoline, chemicals and produced water. There are a huge number of facets…
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Three Important Social Media Marketing Tips for Small Businesses
When it comes to marketing your company in the modern age, it likely seems that your only option is to hire a digital marketing firm. After all, with so many different and constantly evolving aspects associated with the online marketing industry, ranging from search engine optimization (SEO) to social media marketing, how can a busy…
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The Basics Behind Cooling Towers
You’ve probably seen countless cooling towers without realizing it — many businesses rely on these devices to maintain an ideal temperature for many different machines and heat-producing processes. Here’s just a little more information about these devices, how they function, and why they matter: What is a cooling tower? There are many different types of…
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Three Commonly-Asked Questions About API 653 Inspections
For anyone who owns and operates above ground storage tanks, adhering to the American Petroleum Institute (API)’s various standards and regulations for these tanks is crucial. These standards are in place to help prevent tank spills and leaks, protecting public health along with the environment. Because of this, it’s advised that you have your tanks…
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What to Know About Gears
We use gears in so many aspects of our lives and may not even realize the importance these tiny parts play in our life. They’ve been around for centuries–in fact, gears are one of the oldest tools that transfer motion. A gear (also known as a cogwheel) is a circular piece of metal that has…
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Women and CNC Machining Why This Industry is an Excellent Career Path For Women
Rosie the riveter would be proud of what modern day women have accomplished, as well as the integral role they play in the male-dominated field of CNC machining. Thanks to the sacrifices, dedication, and hard work of women from past generations, today’s Renaissance women have truly revolutionized the CNC industry, changing it for the better.…