Spherical Containers
ARCOSA Industries de Mexico designs, enables in plant and builds on-site spherical containers at semi-refrigerated and room temperature with capacities from 5,000 Barrels up to 68,000 Barrels, adjusting to storage needs.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Designed according to ASME Code Section VIII Div. 1&2 (Stamped and registered with NB) and to the British Standard PD 5500 (Certified by Third Party Agency).
| Characteristics | Ambient | Refrigerated |
| Capacities | 10 to 25 MB (1590 to 3975 m3) | 25 to 45 MB (3975 m3 to 7155 m3) |
| Pressure Design | 14 to 15.8 Kg /cm2 (200 to 225 PSIG) | 5.0 to – 7.0 Kg/ cm2 (71 to 100 PSIG) |
| Design Temperature | 65° C (150° F) | -20 to 10° C (-4 to 50° F) |
| Operation Temperature | 38° C (100° F) | 0 to 5° C (32 to 41° F) |
| Hydrostatic Test | According to the Design Code |
DESIGN FOR STRUCTURAL SUPPORT
AISC Structure (American Institute of Steel Construction) Mathematically Modeled in STAAD.
Earthquake, Wind and Combined Loads Requests
- UBC (Unified Building Code)
- CFE Civil Works Manual
Foundation Loads derived from the Mathematical Model are delivered
- The information described is just for reference, each requirement can be analyzed in order to adjust to the client’s requirements.
- The spheres’ design is not limited to the capacity of 45,000 barrels, larger containers may be available under special cases.
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