
Our Clients and Projects
Project – Bitumen & Fuel Storage Tanks

Our first project was successfully completed for the following refineries:
Sharq Naynawa-Jnoub Naynawa- Gharb Naynawa- Shimal Nayanawa
We designed and fabricated 1.5 million-liter above-ground storage tanks in full compliance with API 650 standards.
Project Details:
Capacity: 1,500,000 liters
Tank Type: Above-ground atmospheric storage tank
Approximate Dimensions:
Diameter: ≈ 12.0 m
Shell Height: ≈ 13.5 m
Stored Products:
Bitumen (heated storage)
Fuel oil
Heating System:
Internal heating coils for bitumen service
Designed to maintain required operating temperature
Design Standard: API 650 – Welded Tanks for Oil Storage
These tanks were engineered to ensure safe storage, thermal efficiency, and long-term reliability under refinery operating conditions.
Bitumen Storage Tank

Client: Abraj Erbil Refinery
DesignCraft LTD designed and fabricated a 300,000-liter above-ground bitumen storage tank in full compliance with API 650 – Welded Tanks for Oil Storage.
Project Details:
Capacity: 300,000 liters (300 m³)
Tank Type: Above-ground atmospheric storage tank
Approximate Dimensions: Diameter: ≈ 7.0 m Shell Height: ≈ 8.0 m
Stored Product: Bitumen
Design Standard: API 650
Plate Types & Materials Used
Shell Plates: Material: ASTM A516 Grade 60 / Grade 70
Designed for high-temperature bitumen service
Thickness selected per API 650 one-foot method
Bottom Plates: Material: ASTM A36
With corrosion allowance
Annular plates provided where required by design
Roof Plates: Material: ASTM A36
Cone roof configuration
Designed for dead load, wind load, and maintenance load
Nozzles & Appurtenances: Material: ASTM A106 / A105
Reinforcement pads designed per API 650
Key Engineering Features
Suitable for high-temperature bitumen storage
Designed for integration with internal heating coils or external heating systems
Corrosion allowance applied to all wetted parts
Internal and external coating system compatible with bitumen service
Long-term structural integrity under refinery operating conditions
Diesel Storage Tanks

Client: Rasasi Refinery
DesignCraft LTD successfully designed and fabricated two (2) above-ground diesel storage tanks, each with a capacity of 2,000,000 liters, for Rasasi Refinery, in full compliance with API 650 – Welded Tanks for Oil Storage.
Project Details
Number of Tanks: 2
Capacity (Each Tank): 2,000,000 liters (2,000 m³)
Stored Product: Diesel Fuel
Tank Type: Above-ground atmospheric storage tanks
Design Standard: API 650
Approximate Dimensions (Each Tank)
Diameter: ≈ 14.5 m
Shell Height: ≈ 12.0 m
Roof Type: Fixed cone roof
Plate Types & Materials Used
Shell Plates
Material: ASTM A516 Grade 60 / Grade 70
Designed using API 650 one-foot method
Corrosion allowance applied
Optimized shell course thickness for diesel service
Bottom Plates
Material: ASTM A36 includes annular plates as required by API 650. Designed for settlement and hydrostatic loading
Roof Plates
Material: ASTM A36 . Cone roof with structural rafters and compression ring Designed for wind, live, and maintenance loads
Nozzles & Appurtenances
Materials: ASTM A106 / ASTM A105
Inlet, outlet, drain, vent, and manhole nozzles
Reinforcement pads designed per API 650
Engineering & Safety Features
Designed specifically for diesel fuel storage
Internal and external corrosion protection system
Wind and seismic load calculations included
Hydrostatic testing performed prior to commissioning
Access platforms, stairways, and safety appurtenances provided
Vertical Process Columns for Refineries

Client: Haji Sherwan Refineries
Location: Kurdistan Region – Iraq
Project Description
DesignCraft LTD successfully designed, fabricated, supplied, and installed multiple vertical process columns for refineries owned by Haji Sherwan. These columns are critical process equipment used in fuel treatment, separation, and refining operations, ensuring stable and efficient refinery performance.
Scope of Work
Full process and mechanical design of vertical columns
Fabrication of column shells, platforms, ladders, and supports
Installation and erection at refinery site
Integration with existing process piping and utilities
Final alignment, inspection, and commissioning support
Technical Details
Type: Vertical Process / Treatment Columns
Application: Fuel processing, separation, and conditioning
Configuration:
Tall vertical cylindrical shells
External platforms and access ladders
Multiple process nozzles at different elevations
Material: Carbon Steel (suitable for refinery service)
Insulation: Thermal insulation provided for temperature control and energy efficiency
Design & Engineering Standards
Designed in accordance with ASME pressure vessel and process equipment principles
Fabrication and welding executed per ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1
Quality control and inspections performed according to international industrial standards
Key Features
Robust structural design for high-temperature refinery operation
Safe access systems (platforms, handrails, ladders)
Optimized layout for maintenance and operational safety
Long service life under continuous industrial operation
Our Clients

Sinjar Gates LTD
Our company successfully designed, fabricated, and painted more than 20 sandwich panel and steel caravan offices, as well as residential area parking units, for Sinjar Gates Ltd. The caravans were delivered in a variety of shapes and sizes — including 4×5 m, 6×4 m, and custom dimensions — to meet the specific requirements of the client. Each unit was engineered for durability, functionality, and aesthetics, ensuring high-quality standards across all stages of the project

Pariz Construction Contracting
Our company has successfully designed and fabricated dozens of drinkable water tanks and LPG tanks for Pariz Construction Company, tailored for residential areas and diverse applications. These tanks were manufactured in a wide range of sizes and capacities, including 3,500 liters, 4,000 liters, and 8,000 liters, using galvanized steel, stainless steel, and press-formed steel plates.
In addition, we have fabricated pressure vessels and LPG tanks with operating pressures up to 16 bar, with capacities including 2,710 liters and 15,000 liters, manufactured from high-quality carbon steel plates. These vessels were designed and tested in full accordance with:ASME CODES

Scouts LTD
Our company successfully established and designed a complete firefighting system for Scouts Company, ensuring full compliance with international safety standards. The project included the installation of automatic firefighting networks, sprinkler systems, fire hose reels, and hydrants, all integrated with a reliable pump station and water storage system.
In addition, we designed and executed piping systems for one of their main buildings, covering domestic water supply, drainage, and firewater distribution. The systems were engineered to deliver efficiency, safety, and durability, with materials selected to meet the highest international quality requirements



