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Default Proper way to lift new nitrogen storage tank

Paul Drahn fired this volley in news:kku7hf$nes
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I like that idea. Don't have to mess with drilling a pipe cap, etc. I
think I have most of the parts here at home.

Thanks, I.

Paul


I don't; at least not if that 'tank' is a Dewar flask instead of a
pressure tank. Most of the "nitrogen generators" I've had association
with have been LN2 systems.

Dewars have thin walls and insulation/vacuum between. They cannot take
significant loads or pressures anywhere on their surfaces.

Better to build a 'cradle' around the tank, and raise it into position
with that. (if it's a Dewar)

Lloyd