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CARGO TANK MOTOR VEHICLES. DOT Definition. A tank intended primarily for the carriage of liquids or gases A tank that is permanently attached to or forms any part of any motor vehicle Is loaded of unloaded without being removed from a motor vehicle
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DOT Definition • A tank intended primarily for the carriage of liquids or gases • A tank that is permanently attached to or forms any part of any motor vehicle • Is loaded of unloaded without being removed from a motor vehicle • Is not fabricated under a specification for cylinders, portable tanks, tank cars, or multiunit tank car Cargo Tanks
MC vs. DOT • MC 306 Certified before August 31, 1995 and will have spec. plate • DOT 406 Certified on August 31, 1995 or later will have certification plate Cargo Tanks
Specification Plate and Certification Plates Helps with the identification of tank type by providing specific information. Spec. Plates located on passenger side front of tank. Certification Plates located on drivers side front of tank. Cargo Tanks
VEHICLE MFG. DALLAS TANK TRUCK CO. BBH 04677 DATE MFR. 1/97 MFG. S/N 306 AL 1/97 DOT MC CERT. DESIGN PRES. 0 PSIG AT 180 oF MAX TEST PRES. 5 PSIG DATE 3 HEAD MAT’L 5454-H32 SHELL MAT’L 5454-0 CAP. BY COMPT. F/R U.S. GAL. 3400-2000-1100 2700 TOTAL 9200 MAX. LOAD 64,000 LBS AT 7.5 LBS./GAL. MAX LMT. LD 1.5 PSIG UNLD 0.5 PSIG GPM GPM Cargo Tanks
Multipurpose Plates • Is in addition to spec. or certification plate • Is color coded along with fittings • MC-306/DOT-406=Red • MC-307/DOT407=Green • MC-312/DOT-412=Yellow • Non-specification cargo tank=Blue • Identifies the specification under which the cargo tank is operated • Common multipurpose configurations are: • MC-306/DOT-406 / MC-307/DOT-407 • MC-307/DOT-407/MC-312/DOT-412 (Nalco uses this) Cargo Tanks
MC-306/DOT-406 • Most oval cross section • Non pressurized - less than 3 psi (406 -5 psig) • Usually single shell aluminum construction • Some older tanks may be constructed of steel Cargo Tanks
MC-306/DOT-406 Generally 9,000 gallons Maximum capacity Products And Hazard Class Gasoline Class 3 Diesel Class 3 Cargo Tanks
Emergency shut-off • Air • Manual • Fusible links (fail at a maximum of 250oF) Cargo Tanks
MC-307/DOT-407 • Circular cross section • Low pressure (up to 40 psi) • Double shell construction with insulation is most common • Some insulated tanks may not appear circular Cargo Tanks
MC-307/DOT-407 • Usually one to two compartments • Spec. plate identifies number of compartment • Overturn protection • Generally 6,000 to 7,000 gallons maximum capacity Cargo Tanks
MC-307/DOT-407 Products And Hazard Class • Flammable & Combustible Liquids 3 • Mild Corrosives 8 • Poisons 6 Cargo Tanks
MC-307/DOT-407 Horseshoe shape Single Work Platform 40 psig Vapor Pressure Single Outlet Piping NFPA Objective 4-2.3.2
MC-307/DOT-407 Cargo Tanks
MC-312/DOT-412 • Circular cross section • Smaller diameter than DOT 407 • External reinforcement ribs • May be found in double shell construction • Usually single compartment Cargo Tanks
MC-312/DOT-412 • Overturn protection and splash protection at dome cover/valve location • Generally 5,000 to 6,000 gallons capacity Cargo Tanks
MC-312/DOT-412 Products and Hazard Class Corrosive and High Density Liquids • Sulfuric Acid (15.34 lb.) Class 8 • Nitric Acid (12.54 lb.) Class 8 • Sodium Hydroxide (17.76 lb.) Class 8 • Poison Class 6 Cargo Tanks
MC 312(DOT 412) Rounded Ends Exterior Stiffner Rings Small Diameter“Cigar Shape” 35 - 50 psig Working Pressure NFPA Objective 4-2.3.2
MC 331High Pressure Gas • Circular cross section • Rounded heads • Design pressure 100 to 500 psi • Single shell, non-insulated tank • Upper 2/3 painted white or highly reflective color Cargo Tanks
MC 331High Pressure Gas • Capacity • Bobtail • 2,500 gallons • Cargo Tank • 11,500 gallons Cargo Tanks
MC 331High Pressure Gas Products And Hazard Class • LPG Class 2 • Anhydrous ammonia Class 2 • Chlorine 2 - 5.1 Cargo Tanks
MC 331 Bolted Manway Large Hemisphere Ends Up to 11,500 gal Cage Around Piping 100 to 500 psig NFPA Objective 4-2.3.2
MC 338Cryogenic Liquid • Well insulated “thermos bottle design with flat tank ends • Double shell tank with relief protection • Often have vapors discharging from relief valve Cargo Tanks
MC 338Cryogenic Liquid Product And Hazard Class • Oxygen 5.1 (2) • Hydrogen 2 • Helium 2 • Nitrogen 2 • Cryogenics exist as a liquid at - 130oF and below Cargo Tanks
MC 338 Ends Normally Flat 5000 to 14,000 gal Loading (Sometimes Located Here) Loading/Unloading Station at Rear 23.5 to 500 psig design pressure
Tube Trailer • 2 to 20 Cylinders • Cylinders 9” to 48” • Pressure 3,000 - 5,000 psi • Maximum Capacity 180,000 cu ft. • Max. Capacity in Canada 200,000 cu ft. Cargo Tanks
Tube Trailer Product And Hazard Class • Helium Class 2 • Hydrogen Class 2 • Oxygen Class 2 Cargo Tanks
Dry Bulk Carriers • Capacity up to 1,500 cubic feet • Carry Very Heavy Loads; centrifugal • force cause of many rollovers • Uses air pressure for product transfer • Static charges are a common hazard Cargo Tanks
Dry Bulk Carriers Products And Hazard Class • Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizer Class 5.1 • Cement Class 9 • Dry Caustic Soda Class 8 Cargo Tanks
Dry Bulk Carriers Compressor Unit Pneumatically Unloaded Large Sloping “V” or “W” Shaped Bottom Up to 1500 cu. ft.
“V” or “W” Shape Cargo Tanks