How Often Should Commercial Fuel Tanks Be Inspected and Maintained?
A practical guide to commercial fuel tank inspections, preventative maintenanceand the warning signs businesses should not ignore.Commercial fuel tanks are a long-term business asset, but they should never be treated as a \'fit and forget\' installation. Regular inspections and planned maintenance can help identify corrosion, contamination, damaged fittings and other…
Misfuelling Risks: Managing Fuel Storage in a Multi-Grade Fuel Market
With the advent of multiple fuel grades entering the UK market, there is an increased risk of misfuelling when it comes to fuel ordering and delivery into client storage tanks. The demand for commercial fuel tank cleaning is therefore also on the rise. At DP Fuel Tank Services, we are…
Petrol and Spirits require special consideration when going about cleaning or decommissioning tanks in which these products are stored
Petrol and Spirits require special consideration when going about cleaning or decommissioning tanks in which these products are stored.Highly flammable products can inadvertently be ignited with dire consequences. This is why many firms offering tank cleaning and decommissioning services will not touch highly volatile fuels such as petrol. Diesel and…
Decommissioning a redundant fuel station
Completed a project in Kingston where we de-gassed and excavated 7 x UST but discovered a further 8 x UST previously decommissioned with an unusual sloppy mix of sand and water. The wet materials were tested and bound together with fines to allow extraction and onward disposal.
Regular Fuel Tank Inspections
Schedule your Fuel Tank Inspection to prevent interruptions to your business operations. We understand the importance of business continuity and why PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) is so integral to operating efficiently. We have developed our Fuel Tank Inspection Services to provide our customers with the information needed to address any…
Fuel Tank regulations in the UK
Proper fuel storage is important for safety reasons and to comply with the relevant regulations, however it can be difficult to identify which fuel tank regulations exist. With that in mind, it’s crucial to explore fuel tanks regulations in the UK to ensure you’re compliant. How much petrol can you…
Does Fuel Go Off?
Many sectors of the economy rely on fuel for their transportation needs, however are unsure about fuel’s properties and how long it lasts, leading people to ask \'Does fuel go off?\' With that in mind, it’s important to clarify how long fuel keeps. Can fuel go off? Although many people…
What causes fuel contamination?
Have you got a fuel contamination issue that needs to be addressed urgently? Our expertise can help resolve - Give us a call today Fuel contamination can be caused by microbes found in water, dirt, sand, and algae. It is more likely to happen in favourable circumstances where bacteria can…
Fuel tank cleaning and maintenance: The benefits
Do you need your fuel tank cleaning or maintaining? Contact our specialists at DP tanks today! Because we rely on fuels like diesel to power so many different machines, from vehicles to generators, it is important to take care of the tanks they are stored in. It is for that…
What is the diesel bug and how to get rid of it?
Diesel’s uses are many and varied, and its reliability makes it a popular choice of fuel, if you need help with a diesel bug problem, contact our team today. It powers many modes of transport, including cars, trucks, buses – even trains – and is also common in the agricultural…