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Re: Fibreboard under the tank bottom plate

From: DavidR@Fast.net [39] 5 Stars
Date: Thursday, March 08, 2012
Time: 11:55:31 PM
Remote Name: 67.88.34.98

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API 650 mentions fiberboard under the shell in E.7.9 , appendix B, appendix I and appendix O. There is also a Q and A as follows - Question 2: What is the function of asphalt-impregnated board written as “optional�
Reply 2: The function of the asphalt-impregnated board is to minimize water infiltration underneath the tank bottom and
corrosion of the portion of the tank bottom in direct contact with the concrete ringwall.

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