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HMT Dome Construction

HMT is a global provider of aluminum storage tank solutions since 1978. They specialize in geodesic dome designs for above-ground storage tanks. Their dome assembly process involves proprietary 3D design software, automated manufacturing for quality, and a triple seal hub for leak prevention. The construction of the domes begins from the center and progresses outwards ring by ring using lifting equipment like quad pods and chainfalls to raise the structure into its dome shape.

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HMT Dome Construction

HMT is a global provider of aluminum storage tank solutions since 1978. They specialize in geodesic dome designs for above-ground storage tanks. Their dome assembly process involves proprietary 3D design software, automated manufacturing for quality, and a triple seal hub for leak prevention. The construction of the domes begins from the center and progresses outwards ring by ring using lifting equipment like quad pods and chainfalls to raise the structure into its dome shape.

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www.hmttank.

com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

HMT Dome Assembly


www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Aluminum Domes
Proprietary, automated
3D-design software
Automated FEA/interference checks
Over 350 domes completed

Automated manufacturing
for excellent quality and fit
All components cut and punched
using directly exported DXF files
No errors means no fit-up issues,
perfect alignment, tight fit

Triple seal hub: unparalleled


leak prevention

Overlap-panel design for


maximum leak protection

Raising the bar in geodesic dome technology


www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Starting in the center of the tank and


laying out the first few rings of beams.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Nodes are specific to the progression of the dome.


Each beam and node are marked with identifiers.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

With a center Quad Pod in place and a chainfall,


lift the structure to begin the dome shape.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Sheeting of the dome and adding appurtenances as the


construction progresses allows the work do be done at low
elevation, eliminating need for tie off during process.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Quad pods have a working range vertically and by


weight. These have a 2-ton capacity.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Quad pods staged for next ring.


www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Plumb bob from center node helps to prevent dome


from migrating off center as each new ring is added.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Using the right size straps and having them wrapped


to protect against fraying and premature wear.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

For larger domes, lightweight Quad Pods are only


viable to a certain point.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Heavy duty Steel Tri Pods are used from this point
with a 4 ton chainfall.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Even under construction, it is a great


shelter from the elements.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Temporary half nodes are sometimes used for the final


ring, to allow clearance of the tank shell during lifting.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

This illustrates the tight clearances of the final ring. Keeping


the dome centered during construction is very important.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Lifting arms are mounted to the wind girder at set


points. Long-fall chain falls are used to hoist the
dome into position. 27 for this 215 dome.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Crews are installing the final beams and sliding shoes


with dome at elevation. Half nodes are changed out
after all non lifting nodes are anchored.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

Half nodes are removed and replaced with standard


nodes and beams to anchor the dome completely.
This illustrates a sliding mount.
www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978


www.hmttank.com

Global AST Solutions Provider Since 1978

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