Storage tank de-inventorying

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2006-07-11

2006-07-11

Keasel, Eric (Department: 3753)

Fluid handling

Systems

System with plural openings, one a gas vent or access opening

C220S088300, C220S221000, C220S224000, C220S227000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07073530

ABSTRACT:
A method for emptying a liquid storage tank that has a floating roof which becomes stationery a finite distance above the tank bottom, wherein, after the roof becomes stationery, liquid is continued to be withdrawn from inside the tank while vapor is removed from within the tank in a contained manner and an inert gas is introduced into the tank for pressure maintenance purposes.

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