For a storage tank facility in the Port of Antwerp, subgrade reaction values were calculated per zone from cone penetration test results and log-normal settlement calculations following EN 1997, then verified with on-site testing and used in a Diamonds model to determine reinforcement. Diamonds’ ability to calculate total settlement was also used to model a flexible plate around the actual storage facility, checking the influence of that settlement on the adjacent terrain.
The project
In the port of Antwerp is expanding the buffer capacity for a variety of liquids in storage tank facilities. By means of results of cone penetration test and settlement calculations (with log normal distribution) following EN 1997, for each zone were calculated a value of subgrade reaction. This value was verified with on site testing. With these values, a calculation model was made to determine the reinforcement. The possibility of Diamonds to calculation the total settlement was used to check the influence on the adjacent plate by modelling a flexible plate around the actual storage facility. The way of handling this project has guaranteed economic performance and currently in use, to everyone’s satisfaction.
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Stubeco
Stubeco is an independent engineering office, specialized in structural design and analysis, commissioned by architects, contractors, public authorities and private individuals. Stubeco always strived to meet all the requirements of the clients without imposing a disruptive structure.
Thoughtful designs take into account both aesthetics and the economy, without losing the safety requirements and boundary conditions. Thanks to years of experience, it is possible to fit together these sometimes conflicting interests. The calculations which are made are always done in accordance with the Eurocodes with national application document.
Stubeco has been acquired by SWECO in 2016.
Customer since : 1998
