Assmann offers a white paper outlining venting recommendations for polyethylene tanks. Venting polyethylene storage tanks is one of the most commonly overlooked steps but is a significant one. Adequate vent size will always be based on flow rates and delivery rates, however you can never have too much venting. Over pressurization and vacuum are the two leading causes of failure in polyethylene storage tanks.
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