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Introduction Steel pipe is one of the most reliable and versatile materials used in water infrastructure, thanks to its strength, durability, and adaptability to a wide variety of applications. From…
UL 142 and UL 2085 are two commonly specified UL standards for shop-fabricated, aboveground, atmospheric steel tanks used to store stable flammable and combustible liquids. While both standards support safe,…
March included a return to active committee engagement, with progress made on seismic standards and continued development of the MOP 79 Penstocks manual. This page is restricted to STI/SPFA members…
Work activity or the presence of harmful substances in industrial environments frequently produces airborne contaminants. These contaminants can be controlled by isolating them from the breathing zone, substitution of a…
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The Safety and Health Committee met on February 25, 2026, in Clearwater, Florida, in conjunction with the STI/SPFA Annual Meeting. Discussions focused on expanding member safety resources, monitoring regulatory developments,…
There have been significant code updates involving heat transfer equipment (i.e. heat exchangers). Those items are included in this report as well as highlighted in the presentation notes from the…
February was an active month for the Steel Water Pipe Section, highlighted by the section meeting held during the STI/SPFA Annual Meeting. Discussions focused on ongoing research initiatives, development of…
Gasoline is the most common flammable liquid manufactured and used. Because virtually everyone uses gasoline it is often assumed that everyone is familiar with its dangerous properties. However, as familiarity…
The Field Erected Tank Section met on February 24, 2026, to review ongoing initiatives, discuss legislative and regulatory developments, and plan future technical programming and marketing efforts. The meeting reflected…


