EP67 TX-SB900 New TX tank regulations

Inside this episode

Earl Crochet, AKA The Tank Whisperer, outlines TCEQ's new tank regulations that will impact every operator in TX.

Impacts all new storage tanks starting in 2027
Impacts all storage tanks over 500 barrels
‍API 653 - Mandates monthly inspection on EVERY tank
API 2350 - API Standard 2350, 5^th Edition, Overfill Prevention for Storage Tanks in Petroleum Facilities
Require fire protection
Requires new facilities with minimum spacing between storage tanks

Links in Episode

Earl Crochet LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/earl-crochet-pe-44a9b211/
Earl's website: www.crochetmc.com
Earl's other website: https://thetankwhisperer.com/
SB900 - New TX Storage Vessel Act: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/SB00900F.HTM
The Texas Tribune Article, "Two years after disastrous chemical fire, Texas close to creating new safety rules for industry"
API 653 - Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
API Standard 2350, 5^th Edition, Overfill Prevention for Storage Tanks in Petroleum Facilities

Earl Crochet

Owner at Crochet Midstream Consulting

Earl Crochet, The Tank Whisperer, is an experienced Midstream professional with a demonstrated history of working in the oil & energy industry. Skilled in Management, Engineering, Operations, EH&S and Business Development with direct experience in Tanks, Pipeline, New Technologies, Project Management, Pumps, Valves, Measurement, Corrosion Control, Union negotiations, etc. Strong engineering professional graduated from Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College. Has successfully managed cross country pipelines and the largest terminals assets in North America.

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