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Understanding API 653: A Comprehensive Guide In the oil and gas industry, ensuring the safety and integrity of aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) is a critical aspect of maintaining operational efficiency and preventing environmental hazards. The API 653 standard, developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API), provides a structured framework for the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of these storage tanks. This article delves into the importance of API 653, its certification process, and the resources available for preparation. #### What Is API 653? API 653 is a regulatory standard that outlines specific procedures for the maintenance and safety of large ASTs. This standard is widely recognized in the petroleum and chemical sectors and is essential for preventing accidents and environmental harm. It covers various aspects including tank construction standards, inspection techniques, and repair procedures, all designed to ensure the continued operating integrity of these critical assets. #### Importance of API 653 Certification Obtaining API 653 certification signifies a professional’s expertise in the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of ASTs. This certification is highly regarded within the industry and can open up new career opportunities. It demonstrates a deep understanding of the technical aspects of ASTs, including safety protocols, inspection methods, and repair techniques. #### Key Components of API 653 1. **Inspection Code (API 653)**: – The API 653 inspection code provides detailed guidelines for intervals and scope of inspections, data evaluation, and corrosion assessment of tank components. It also outlines inspection and testing practices to ensure compliance with safety regulations. – **Inspection Intervals**: Regular inspections are crucial to detect early signs of damage or corrosion, which can lead to catastrophic failures if neglected. – **Inspection Methods**: Techniques such as visual inspections, non-destructive testing (NDT), and other methods are outlined in the code. – **Repair Techniques**: The code specifies procedures for repairing and altering tanks, including replacement of tank bottoms and hot tapping on

Understanding API 653: The Comprehensive Guide to Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection and Maintenance In the oil and gas industry, ensuring the safety and reliability of aboveground storage tanks is paramount. The American Petroleum Institute (API) has developed the API 653 Standard to guide professionals in the maintenance and inspection of these critical components. In this article, we will dive into the details of the API 653 Standard, its importance, and how it is applied in industry practices. #### What Is API 653? API 653 is a comprehensive standard developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API) specifically for the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of aboveground storage tanks (ASTs). These tanks play a crucial role in the storage of petroleum products and other hazardous materials. The API 653 Standard outlines the procedures for maintaining these tanks, ensuring they meet safety and environmental regulations. #### Importance of API 653 The API 653 Standard serves as a critical framework for the oil and gas industry, addressing various aspects of AST maintenance. Some of the key areas it covers include: – **Inspection Techniques**: The standard provides guidelines for conducting thorough inspections, including the frequency of inspections and the methods used to assess tank integrity. – **Repair Approaches**: It outlines specific procedures for repairing and replacing components of ASTs, ensuring that any damage or degradation is addressed effectively. – **Regulatory Compliance**: By adhering to API 653, industry professionals can ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and environmental harm. #### Key Components of API 653 The standard is divided into several key sections, each addressing specific aspects of AST inspection and maintenance: – **Design and Construction (API 650)**: Understanding the design and construction principles of ASTs is crucial. API 650 provides specific requirements for the materials, design, and construction of large aboveground storage tanks. – **Inspection Code (API 653)**: This part of the standard specifically outlines the requirements Source : Introduction to API 653: Essential Guide to Tank Inspection (petrosync.com)

Velosi is conducting a free webinar on "Dead Legs Integrity Management System in Accordance with API 570 & API 574 Standards" on Sunday, 22nd December 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm GST (Dubai Time). 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 Dead leg sections of a piping system is with minimal or no significant fluid flow are a critical focus area in the oil and gas sector. These stagnant conditions can lead to severe corrosion, compromising the integrity of hydrocarbon production systems. Effective management of dead legs is essential to mitigate risks and prevent costly failures. Join our webinar to explore how to identify, monitor and manage dead legs systematically using VAIL-Plant® Software, Velosi's advanced Asset Integrity Management System. Gain practical insights through a real-world case study and learn how API 570 guidelines enhance dead leg integrity. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 • Understanding API 570, API 574, API 580, API 581 and API 571 Standards by American Petroleum Institute • Comprehensive Dead Leg Identification and Registry Development • Recognizing Corrosion Mechanisms and Implementing Mitigation Strategies • Risk Assessment and Prioritization Techniques • Optimized NDT Inspection Techniques for Dead Legs • Utilization of VAIL-Plant® for Dead Leg Integrity Management 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝? • Engineers and Managers specializing in Integrity, Inspection, Maintenance, Reliability and Operations and NDT Specialists. • Individuals who want to learn more about Dead Leg Integrity Management. 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 The certificate will be issued upon completion of the webinar. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/d5RJaCNp 𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/eWy74kPX #DeadLegIntegrity #API570 #API574 #API580 #API581 #API571 #CorrosionManagement #AssetIntegrity #VAILPlant #NDTInspection #RiskManagement #OilAndGas #HydrocarbonIntegrity #PipelineInspection #EngineeringWebinar #AssetManagement #MaintenanceExcellence #IntegrityManagement #NDT #FreeWebinar

NACE study reveals that the total annual cost of corrosion in the oil and gas production industry is estimated to be $1.372 billion and the global cost of corrosion is estimated to be US $2.5 trillion, which is equivalent to 3.4% of the global GDP (2013). By using the available corrosion control practices, it is estimated that savings of between 15 and 35% of the cost of corrosion could be realized. Protect your pipelines & save your infrastructure from the failures of corrosion with our effective CP solutions. Contact Indegrity today for CP Design, Installation & Commissioning Services led by the Industry experts and AMPP certified resources. Why Indegrity? • Expertise & Experience • NACE/AMPP CP 3/4 level certified professionals. #corrosionprevention #oilandgas #pipelines #tanks #piping #cp #cathodicprotection #icda #ecda #cips #dcvg #Integrity #corrosion #sacrificialanodes #structuralintegrity #nace #ampp #industrialintegrity #corpak #indegrity #corrosioncontrol #services by Indegrity

Velosi is conducting a free webinar on "Dead Legs Integrity Management System in Accordance with API 570 & API 574 Standards" on Sunday, 22nd December 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm GST (Dubai Time). 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 Dead leg sections of a piping system is with minimal or no significant fluid flow are a critical focus area in the oil and gas sector. These stagnant conditions can lead to severe corrosion, compromising the integrity of hydrocarbon production systems. Effective management of dead legs is essential to mitigate risks and prevent costly failures. Join our webinar to explore how to identify, monitor and manage dead legs systematically using VAIL-Plant® Software, Velosi's advanced Asset Integrity Management System. Gain practical insights through a real-world case study and learn how API 570 guidelines enhance dead leg integrity. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 • Understanding API 570, API 574, API 580, API 581 and API 571 Standards by American Petroleum Institute • Comprehensive Dead Leg Identification and Registry Development • Recognizing Corrosion Mechanisms and Implementing Mitigation Strategies • Risk Assessment and Prioritization Techniques • Optimized NDT Inspection Techniques for Dead Legs • Utilization of VAIL-Plant® for Dead Leg Integrity Management 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝? • Engineers and Managers specializing in Integrity, Inspection, Maintenance, Reliability and Operations and NDT Specialists. • Individuals who want to learn more about Dead Leg Integrity Management. 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 The certificate will be issued upon completion of the webinar. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/d5RJaCNp 𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/eWy74kPX #DeadLegIntegrity #API570 #API574 #API580 #API581 #API571 #CorrosionManagement #AssetIntegrity #VAILPlant #NDTInspection #RiskManagement #OilAndGas #HydrocarbonIntegrity #PipelineInspection #EngineeringWebinar #AssetManagement #MaintenanceExcellence #IntegrityManagement #NDT #FreeWebinar

Velosi is conducting a free webinar on "Dead Legs Integrity Management System in Accordance with API 570 & API 574 Standards" on Sunday, 22nd December 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm GST (Dubai Time). 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 Dead leg sections of a piping system is with minimal or no significant fluid flow are a critical focus area in the oil and gas sector. These stagnant conditions can lead to severe corrosion, compromising the integrity of hydrocarbon production systems. Effective management of dead legs is essential to mitigate risks and prevent costly failures. Join our webinar to explore how to identify, monitor and manage dead legs systematically using VAIL-Plant® Software, Velosi's advanced Asset Integrity Management System. Gain practical insights through a real-world case study and learn how API 570 guidelines enhance dead leg integrity. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 • Understanding API 570, API 574, API 580, API 581 and API 571 Standards by American Petroleum Institute • Comprehensive Dead Leg Identification and Registry Development • Recognizing Corrosion Mechanisms and Implementing Mitigation Strategies • Risk Assessment and Prioritization Techniques • Optimized NDT Inspection Techniques for Dead Legs • Utilization of VAIL-Plant® for Dead Leg Integrity Management 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝? • Engineers and Managers specializing in Integrity, Inspection, Maintenance, Reliability and Operations and NDT Specialists. • Individuals who want to learn more about Dead Leg Integrity Management. 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 The certificate will be issued upon completion of the webinar. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/d5RJaCNp 𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/eWy74kPX #DeadLegIntegrity #API570 #API574 #API580 #API581 #API571 #CorrosionManagement #AssetIntegrity #VAILPlant #NDTInspection #RiskManagement #OilAndGas #HydrocarbonIntegrity #PipelineInspection #EngineeringWebinar #AssetManagement #MaintenanceExcellence #IntegrityManagement #NDT #FreeWebinar

Velosi is conducting a free webinar on "Dead Legs Integrity Management System in Accordance with API 570 & API 574 Standards" on Sunday, 22nd December 2024 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm GST (Dubai Time). 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 Dead leg sections of a piping system is with minimal or no significant fluid flow are a critical focus area in the oil and gas sector. These stagnant conditions can lead to severe corrosion, compromising the integrity of hydrocarbon production systems. Effective management of dead legs is essential to mitigate risks and prevent costly failures. Join our webinar to explore how to identify, monitor and manage dead legs systematically using VAIL-Plant® Software, Velosi's advanced Asset Integrity Management System. Gain practical insights through a real-world case study and learn how API 570 guidelines enhance dead leg integrity. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 • Understanding API 570, API 574, API 580, API 581 and API 571 Standards by American Petroleum Institute • Comprehensive Dead Leg Identification and Registry Development • Recognizing Corrosion Mechanisms and Implementing Mitigation Strategies • Risk Assessment and Prioritization Techniques • Optimized NDT Inspection Techniques for Dead Legs • Utilization of VAIL-Plant® for Dead Leg Integrity Management 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝? • Engineers and Managers specializing in Integrity, Inspection, Maintenance, Reliability and Operations and NDT Specialists. • Individuals who want to learn more about Dead Leg Integrity Management. 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 The certificate will be issued upon completion of the webinar. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/d5RJaCNp 𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/d-YHZRp6 #DeadLegIntegrity #API570 #API574 #API580 #API581 #API571 #CorrosionManagement #AssetIntegrity #VAILPlant #NDTInspection #RiskManagement #OilAndGas #HydrocarbonIntegrity #PipelineInspection #EngineeringWebinar #AssetManagement #MaintenanceExcellence #IntegrityManagement #NDT #FreeWebinar

NACE study reveals that the total annual cost of corrosion in the oil and gas production industry is estimated to be $1.372 billion and the global cost of corrosion is estimated to be US $2.5 trillion, which is equivalent to 3.4% of the global GDP (2013).  By using the available corrosion control practices, it is estimated that savings of between 15 and 35% of the cost of corrosion could be realized.  Protect your pipelines & save your infrastructure from the failures of corrosion with our effective CP solutions. Contact Indegrity today for CP Design, Installation & Commissioning Services led by the industry experts and AMPP certified resources. Why Indegrity? • Expertise & Experience • NACE/AMPP CP 3/4 level certified professionals.    #corrosionprevention #oilandgas #pipelines #tanks #piping #cp #cathodicprotection #icda #ecda #cips #dcvg #Integrity #corrosion #sacrificialanodes #structuralintegrity #nace #ampp #industrialintegrity #corpak #indegrity #corrosioncontrol #services by Indegrity

### What Is API 653? Unraveling the Criteria for Aboveground Storage Tanks In the intricate world of oil and gas, ensuring the integrity of storage tanks is paramount for both economic stability and environmental safety. The API 653 standard, developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API), is a critical framework guiding the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of aboveground storage tanks (ASTs). These tanks are pivotal for storing petroleum, chemicals, and other related materials. #### Purpose of API 653 API 653 serves as a comprehensive guide for maintaining and ensuring the safety of large ASTs in the petroleum and chemical sectors. It establishes precise criteria to prevent leaks that can result in severe economic and environmental damage. This standard addresses various aspects of AST maintenance, including minimum inspection intervals, inspection techniques, and repair approaches. #### Key Components of API 653 1. **Design and Construction** – API 653 intersects with API 650, which outlines specific requirements for the design and construction of large ASTs. This intersection is crucial for understanding the structural integrity of these tanks. 2. **Inspection Techniques** – The standard includes guidelines for in-service inspection techniques. This is vitally important for identifying damage mechanisms (API 571) and ensuring cathodic protection (API RP 651) is implemented effectively. Inspectors also need to be knowledgeable about lining tank bottoms (API RP 652) and retirement thickness calculations. 3. **Repair and Alteration** – API 653 guides the repair approaches necessary for preserving the reliability of ASTs. This includes detailed procedures for addressing various types of damage mechanisms and ensuring that all repairs meet stringent safety and regulatory standards. 4. **Regulatory Compliance** – The standard is designed to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. By following the API 653 guidelines, professionals can avoid regulatory pitfalls and maintain a safe operating environment. #### Importance of API 653 Training To effectively implement API 653 guidelines, professionals in the

🔍 Ensuring Pressure Vessel Integrity and Fabrication 🛠️ Pressure vessels are critical in industries like Oil & Gas, Refinery, and Petrochemicals. Key aspects include design compliance with ASME codes, rigorous inspection using NDE techniques, precise material selection, and adherence to fabrication standards. Robust integrity management ensures safety and compliance throughout their lifecycle. Stay tuned for more insights on optimizing pressure vessel performance and reliability. #PressureVesselIntegrity #EngineeringExcellence #ASMEStandards #OilandGas