Fuel Depot
Fuel depots are central interfaces for the storage and distribution of flammable or toxic liquids and gases – whether for refineries, chemical parks or energy suppliers. A leak, a technical defect or an unseen accumulation of gas can have catastrophic consequences: Explosion, environmental pollution or personal injury.
One thing is therefore clear:
Modern gas warning systems are mandatory equipment for every tank farm.
What is a Fuel depot anyway?
A tank farm is a facility in which large quantities of flammable liquids or gases are stored and handled in above-ground or underground tanks. Examples:
- Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG, LNG)
- Crude oil, gasoline, diesel
- Methanol, ethanol, solvent
- Chemical raw materials or hazardous substances
These substances are usually highly flammable, toxic or reactive – which makes precise monitoring essential.
Our solution: Intelligent gas warning technology for tank farms
As a specialist for gas detection systems in Ortenau, we offer customized solutions for the demanding requirements of Fuel depots:
What our systems can do:
- Early detection of flammable or toxic gases (e.g. methane, propane, gasoline vapors)
- Flexible sensor placement – at filler necks, manhole shafts, pipelines, pumping stations
- Coupling with shut-off and alarm systems (e.g. automatic valve shut-off)
- Visualization & alarm management via SCADA or BMS systems
- Certification according to ATEX, SIL, IECEx – for use in Ex zones
Typical locations for our gas warning technology in Fuel depots
- Accessible tank roofs
- Pump rooms & compressor stations
- Dome shafts & filling stations
- Piping network & flange connections
- Return lines and ventilation units
- Maintenance shafts & tank interiors (inerted areas)
Why we are the right partner for Fuel depot safety
- More than 50 years of experience in gas detection technology
- Complete solutions incl. planning, installation & commissioning
- Certified systems for potentially explosive atmospheres
- Maintenance, calibration and 24/7 service