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Hazardous phenomena in flammable liquid storage facilities - Deposit-specific phenomena

Author: Anousone CHAMPASSITH

Publication date: July 10, 2020

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3. Bin explosion

3.1 Description of the phenomenon

The tank explosion phenomenon results from the ignition of a flammable atmosphere inside the storage tank. This explosion leads to a loss of containment of the tank (loss of the roof, damage to the liner). In the case of non-frangible tanks, the tank may be thrown several metres from its original position (section 2.1.2.1

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