Measures for reducing SCC in anhydrous ammonia storage tanks.

Author(s) : NYBORG R., LUNDE L.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The results from four research projects on ammonia stress corrosion cracking (SCC) are provided, including the effect of oxygen and water in the ammonia, prevention of SCC with electrochemical methods, crack growth rate studies, and behaviour of welds. Practical recommendations are given for construction, inspection, repair, commissioning, and operation of ammonia storage tanks.

Details

  • Original title: Measures for reducing SCC in anhydrous ammonia storage tanks.
  • Record ID : 1999-0756
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: Regulation
  • Source: Process Saf. Prog. - vol. 15 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 1996
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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