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API 653 Compliance vs. Actual Tank Integrity

Understand the limitations of visual tank inspections and the benefits of a thorough integrity program utilizing robotic, laser, and acoustic testing technologies.

Video 1 min read September 9, 2026

External visual inspections are necessary but may not provide a complete picture of a storage tank's structural condition. This video outlines how a comprehensive inspection program identifies integrity issues in zones often missed by standard visual checks.

What this video covers

  • The use of MFL floor scans and robotic UT crawlers for floor and annular plate assessment.
  • Inspection techniques for shell walls including PEC and B-scan crawlers.
  • 3D laser scanning to detect deformation, settlement, and nozzle orientation issues.
  • Advanced methods such as internal drone inspections and acoustic emission testing to monitor tank condition.

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