_API_MPMS_2.8B_1995_2005.pdf

Manual of PetroleumMeasurement StandardsChapter 2-Tank CalibrationSection 8B-Recommended Practice forThe Establishment of theLocation of the ReferenceGauge Point and the GaugeHeight of Tanks on MarineTank VesselsMeasurement CoordinationFIRST EDITION,AUGUST 1995AmericanPetroleumInstitutePNo roproduction or notworking permitled without liconso from IHSNot for RosaleFOREWORDThe API Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards(MPMS)is currently available.The manual will eventually include all subject matter now found in API measurementpublications-including evaporation loss measurement-as well as new material andrevised editions of existing MPMS material when revisions are completed.API publications may be used by anyone desiring to do so.Every effort has been madeby the Institute to assure the accuracy and reliability of the data contained in them;however,the Institute makes no representation,warranty,or guarantee in connection with this publi-cation and hereby expressly disclaims any liability or responsibility for loss or damageresulting from its use or for the violation of any federal,state,or municipal regulation withwhich this publication may conflict.Suggested revisions are invited and should be submitted to Measurement Coordination,Exploration and Production Department,American Petroleum Institute,1220 L Street,N.W.,Washington,D.C.20005.d by IHS undoNo roproduction or notworking permitled without liconso from IHSNot for Rosale