Hello Rajesh
The reduction factor is for the tank shell, and also for other components, such at intermediate wind girder(s) etc.
Please refer to Appendices M.6, S.3.6.7 for stainless steel and X.3.7.5 for Duplex Steel.
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Ray Delaforce
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