Intergraph TANK is a comprehensive, easy-to-use software package for the design, analysis and evaluation of oil storage tanks. It provides users with quick and accurate designs for new tanks and evaluation of existing tanks.
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Data Collection
The menu-driven interface of TANK allows for the quick definition of input and functions for the accurate analysis of oil storage tanks to American Petroleum Institute (API) standards.
Increased flexibility is provided by allowing users to select any unit combination for analyses or to produce reports. In addition, unit files are completely user-definable so engineers are not bound by program default settings. Even existing jobs can be converted to any existing unit format.
User Interface
The user interface in TANK presents only what is needed at each point of information gathering. Therefore,users are not burdened with ‘out-of-sequence’ requirements forinformation required for analysis. You are asked for what is needed,when it is
needed.
Analysis Options and Codes
TANK performs calculations in accordance with the latest API Standards 650 and 653. Analysiscan also take into account wind, seismic and settlement conditions pluscalculate air venting requirements to API 2000 Section 4.3.
Output and Reports
After completing an analysis, users can view the results in a tabular report or as a graphic diagram with associated data. For convenience in verifying the results, the output reports reference code sections used where applicable.
Material Databases
TANK has many databases integral to the package which make it easy to selectstandard data for accurate analysis. A number of US and international structural steel databases are provided. API materials are available from 1998 through 2008.
Quick, Context-sensitive Help
TANK’s context-sensitive help provides instant technical assistance at thepoint of input. Pertinent information is presented relative to eachselected item, including code references and technical advice. Built-in search makes for rapid navigation.
Intergraph® TANK ™
Features:
Steel Oil Storage Tank Design
Analysis Output and Reports
Complete Unit Flexibility
API Standards 650 and 653
API 2002 4.3 for Venting
Allowable Fluid Heights
Nozzle Loads and Flexibilities
Carbon and Stainless Steel
Extensive Material Databases
Wind Loads and Anchorage
Seismic and Support Settlement Loads
Shell Course Thicknesses
Supported Cone Roofs
Cone, Dome and Umbrella Roof Thicknesses
Technical Specs
Microsoft Windows XP Pro or Windows Vista Ultimate (minimum)
Application Areas
Process and Plant Design, Piping, Equipment, Petrochemical, Chemical, Power, and Water Treatment.
Intergraph® TANK® is compatible with Windows desktop operating systems listed below.
Additional details on the life-cycle of Microsoft operating systems can be obtained from
Microsoft’s web site at: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/lifecycle/
Desktop Operating System
Compatibility Information
Windows 7 Professional (32 & 64 bit)
Windows 7 Ultimate (32& 64 bit)
Windows 7 Enterprise (32 & 64 bit)
Windows Vista Enterprise (32 & 64 bit)
Windows Vista Business (32 & 64 bit)
Windows Vista Ultimate (32 & 64 bit)
These operating systems are tested by Intergraph
Windows 7 Starter (32 bit)
Windows 7 Home Basic (32 & 64 bit)
Windows 7 Home Premium (32 & 64 bit)
Windows Vista Starter (32 bit)
Windows Vista Home Basic (32 & 64 bit)
Windows Vista Home Premium (32 & 64 bit)
These operating systems are not tested by Intergraph
Windows XP Professional
This operating system is recommended and tested by Intergraph.
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
CAESAR II versions released after October 2005 are compatible
This operating system is not tested by Intergraph
Windows XP Home Edition
Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Windows XP Media Center Edition
These operating systems are not tested by Intergraph
Windows 2000 Professional Windows NT Workstation 4.0
Windows ME
Windows 98
Windows 95
These operating systems are not recommended by Intergraph
Server operating systems are tested by Intergraph to determine if the hardware lock license manager (NetHASP License Manager) is compatible.
Server Operating System
Compatibility Information
Windows Server 2008
This operating system is tested by Intergraph
Windows Server 2003
This operating system is recommended and tested by Intergraph
Windows 2000 Server
This operating system is not tested by Intergraph
Windows NT Server 4.0
This operating system is not recommended by Intergraph
Intergraph Recommended System Requirement for TANK:
• 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium IV or greater
• Windows XP Professional or later
• 2 GB RAM
• 1280×1024 or higher, with true color
• 128 MB or greater graphics card
