Business View Magazine l January 2023

49 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 12 STEEL TANK INST I TUTE STEEL PLATE FABRICATORS ASSOCIAT ION “These (safety) topics are updated regularly and will always be reviewed by our safety committee,” O’Toole says. “We want to stay modern and relevant so that the information we provide is useful for members.” Given the number of levels of professional requirements that exist within the fabrication industry, it is important to have partners you can count on. O’Toole says STI/SPFA works closely with the Environmental Protection Agency to support and uphold inspection requirements and keep the dialogue open about trends in underground tanks. The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors (NBBI) helps to define codes and requirements for engineers, such as those developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). The American Petroleum Institute (API) and the Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI) share many of the same goals and members as the STI/SPFA. STI/ SPFA also participates on the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 30 committee and requirements with its fire and building codes. “We have to be aligned with other industry experts and organizations,” O’Toole says, calling the relationship building with these other subject matter experts a big part of his job. “Now that we can travel more, I look forward to meeting more of these leaders and many of our members in person. That face time is important for our organization.” O’Toole is also excited about the technology investments that STI/SPFA is making on behalf of its members. The organization is known for its cutting-edge storage tank technology which is essential for members working in the shop fabrication sector. This technology’s many benefits include fire and corrosion protection, secondary containment features, and more. “Our members and customers can be assured that they are getting a quality product that is updated for all codes and industry standards,” O’Toole says. STI/SPFA also places a premium on its inspection and quality control program and continues to invest in more innovative ways to conduct that testing accurately. “We