June 2024
Tanks, Terminals and Storage
Thermal inbreathing rates due to vapor condensation in storage tanks—A simplified approach
Storage tanks filled with condensable vapors can be damaged due to sudden heavy rain if the venting devices are inadequate.
The Authors
Jung Seob Kim is a Principal Pressure Safety Engineer at Covestro. He has more than 35 yr of experience in different roles within the petrochemical industry, including with ioMosaic, SK E&C USA, Bayer Technology Services, Samsung BP Chemicals and Samsung Engineering. He holds a BS degree in chemical engineering from the University of Seoul. He is a member of AIChE, and is a registered professional engineer in Texas.
Ryan J. Haines is a Process Safety Engineer at Covestro. He has 5 yr of experience in different roles, primarily focusing on reliability and process engineering. He earned a BS degree in chemical engineering from Texas A&M University.
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