Pipe-Type and Bottle-Type Holders [49 CFR 192.175]

(A)A. Each pipe-type and bottle-type holder must be designed so as to prevent the accumulation of liquids in the holder, in connecting pipe, or in auxiliary equipment, that might cause corrosion or interfere with the safe operation of the holder. [49 CFR 192.175(a)]#

(B)B. Each pipe-type or bottle-type holder must have minimum clearance from other holders in accordance with the following formula. [49 CFR 192.175(b)]#

C = (3D × P × F)/(1000) in inches; (C=(3D × P × F∕6,895) in millimeters in which:#

C = minimum clearance between pipe containers or bottles in inches (millimeters);#

D = outside diameter of pipe containers or bottles in inches (millimeters);#

P = maximum allowable operating pressure, psi(kPa) gage;#

F = design factor as set forth in §911 of this Subpart.#

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 30:501 et seq.#

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, LR 9:225 (April 1983), amended LR 10:517 (July 1984), LR 27:1540 (September 2001), LR 30:1236 (June 2004), LR 44:1038 (June 2018).#