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TM 5-3825-220-13&P
CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION
OVERVIEW
This chapter provides instructions on the assembly and erection of a single typical TPT. The information on design,
equipment and systems data in Chapter 2 is referred to as necessary.
The recommended or most desirable sequence of installation is as described, however, it is recognized that this can be
varied in the field in relation to actual site conditions and the status of materials receipt. This manual does not
recommend or specify tools or construction equipment required, transportation equipment required, or the manpower and
skills required. Section I covers site selection and planning. Section II describes site preparation and earthwork. Section
III covers the receipt and handling of TPT equipment and materials.
The installation of the equipment and materials is covered in Section IV. When appropriate, the reader is referred to
other technical manuals published by the U.S. Army or the manufacturer for further detailed instruction.
SECTION I SITE SELECTION AND PLANNING
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Site Selection
It is assumed that the U.S. Army will pre-select a specific site or at least a generally desired area for a site prior to the
deployment of the TPT. There is probably no such thing as a completely ideal site. In most cases, a compromise must
be made. It is recommended that the following factors be considered in site selection.
3-1.1 Distribution and Traffic Plan . The need for the terminal in a general area can be decided only by reference to
the U.S. Army's distribution and traffic plan.
3-1.2 Relation to the Area System. The ability to supply the terminal must be considered, i.e., the relationship to the
primary source of supply and the hydraulics of the pipeline to the terminal. This, however, is a two-way street and, in
most cases, the distribution plan will be the governing factor and cause the associated pipeline system design to be such
that it can deliver to the TPT site selected.
3-1.3 TPT Area Size. The size of the area selected must be such that it can contain the equipment and roadways
required. Guidance on this is contained in para.'s 2-2 through 2-2.6 and the referenced plot plans, Fig.'s 2-2, 2-3A, 2-3B,
2-4A, 2-48, 2-5A and 2-5B. Compromise and rearrangement of equipment will often be necessary.
3-1.4 Suitability of Terrain . The site selected should be reasonably level and well drained at least in the areas in which
the individual storage and loading and unloading modules are planned. Consideration should be given to the amount of
earth moving work required. The less, the better. Low and swampy areas should be avoided. It should be as free as
possible from heavy obstructions such as large rocks and trees.
3-1.5 Road Access. If possible, the site should be located relatively near existing road systems capable of carrying the
traffic involved. There must be access to that road system or it must be feasible to construct a new road connecting the
existing road system.
3-1.6 Water Availability. If possible, there should be water available at the site or making it available at the site must
be feasible. The operation must have water available for safety reasons even if it must be hauled in. Water must be
available for the charging of the dry chemical/AFFF wheel mounted fire extinguisher. Its availability is also desirable for
general fire protection inspite of the availability of dry chemical fire extinguishers.
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