| Document ID (ISN) | 50191 |
| CIS number |
88-1351 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0260-9576 - Loss Prevention Bulletin |
| Year |
1987 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Maddison T.E. |
| Title |
Failures of glass reinforced plastic tanks |
| Bibliographic information |
Aug. 1987, No.076, p.31-42. |
| Abstract |
In order to bring attention to potential dangers of using glass reinforced plastic storage tanks, 7 incidents of tank failure are described. The causes and conclusions are given. The importance of correct design and installation, recognition of the effects of chemical attack and of regular and adequate examination are illustrated. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
glass fibre reinforced plastics; hazard identification; material failure; storage tanks |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
chemical industry; causes of accidents; accident descriptions |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Subject(s) |
Materials handling and storage
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Mechanical hazards, transport
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Classification and labelling of chemicals
|
