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Tower

File: PVE-3602
Last Updated: Dec. 11, 2009
LB

This tower is based on a combination of different vessel designs we have run. Its features are often found on towers, but the combination presented here is unlikely to be used on one tower. The wind and seismic calculations are based on the IBC calculation method but NBC or UBC methods can be used instead. Sample calculations for Advanced Pressure Vessel and the design drawings can be downloaded using the links below.

Downloads (pdf format):

• APV Calculations
• Drawing

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