Commercial Fuel Tank Installation
COMMERCIAL FUEL AND OIL TANK INSTALLATION
Commercial fuel tank installation covers the design, supply and fitting of fixed fuel storage tanks and associated equipment for sites that rely on fuel daily. This work relates to large commercial fuel storage tanks and associated infrastructure.
At JW Hinchliffe (Tanks) Ltd, fuel tank installation is regularly carried out alongside tank cleaning, removal and decommissioning. Quite often, the existing tank has reached the end of its useful life, the pipework is in poor condition, or the bund no longer meets current guidance. Our job is to put in a safe, compliant replacement while allowing the site to keep running.
TANK INSTALLATION AT A GLANCE
- Turnkey design, supply, installation and commissioning
- Bunded steel and plastic fuel storage tanks
- Pumps, gauges, alarms and fuel polishing systems
- Steel, plastic and stainless steel pipework
- Removal of redundant tanks and associated equipment
- Nationwide commercial tank services across the UK
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
- Carried out in line with OFTEC, DSEAR and pollution control guidance
Tank design, supply, installation and commissioning
Most projects start with a straightforward question: what does the tank need to do, and what is already in place?
Our expert team will:
- Visit the site to look at existing tanks, pipe runs and access
- Discuss fuel type, volumes and how the fuel is used
- Agree on a practical position for the new tank and any new pipework
From there, a proposal is put forward covering:
- Design and specification of the new fuel storage system
- Supply of a suitable tank or tanks
- Any civil works needed for bases and bunds
- Installation of tank, pipework and ancillary equipment
- Electrical connections, testing and commissioning
This keeps everything under one contractor, with the project managed as a single package from start to finish.
Tank design, supply, installation and commissioning
JWH installs bunded fuel storage tanks in both steel and plastic, depending on the job.
Options include:
- Steel bunded tanks for long-term commercial use with diesel, gas oil and similar products
- Plastic bunded tanks where weight, corrosion or access are an issue
- Standard-sized tanks that fit the space and duty
- Bespoke tanks when the layout is awkward or the capacity is unusual
In practice, most commercial sites opt for a steel bunded tank, but there are occasions where a plastic tank is the most sensible choice. The pros and cons of each option can be explained so that the chosen tank is appropriate for the site and duty.
Pumps, gauges, alarms and control equipment
A typical commercial fuel tank installation involves more than the tank itself. The supporting equipment is often the part that makes day-to-day use straightforward.
Equipment can include:
- Transfer and dispensing pumps
- Contents gauges and automatic tank gauging
- High-level and overfill alarms
- Fuel polishing systems to maintain stored diesel quality
- Leak detection systems
- Telemetry and remote monitoring equipment
- Interfaces for building management systems (BMS) and fuel management systems
The specification is matched to the site. A simple yard tank does not require the same level of equipment as a tank feeding multiple generators and day tanks.
Fuel pipework installation
To move fuel from the tank to where it is needed, steel, plastic or stainless steel pipework is installed as part of the project.
Depending on the site and the product, this may involve:
- Welded or flanged steel lines
- Double-skinned pipework for higher-risk routes
- Above-ground runs with suitable supports and protection
- Below-ground routes where pipework needs to cross traffic or open areas
All new pipework is pressure-tested and recorded as part of the commissioning process, providing a clear record to file alongside other tank documentation.
Removal of redundant tanks and infrastructure
In many cases, installing a new tank also involves dealing with existing infrastructure.
Typical tasks include:
- Removing redundant above-ground or underground tanks
- Managing residual fuel, sludge and waste through licensed routes
- Removing old pipework, pumps and associated equipment
- Preparing the area for new foundations, bunds and support steelwork
Tank cleaning, removal and disposal are already established services within the business, so these activities can be built into the overall programme of work.
Safety, regulations and accreditations
Fuel storage is tightly controlled, so installations are planned and carried out with safety and compliance in mind from the outset.
JWH works under:
- ISO 9001 (quality)
- ISO 14001 (environmental)
- ISO 45001 (health and safety)
and follows relevant guidance and regulations, including OFTEC standards, DSEAR and the Control of Pollution regulations where applicable.
Safe access and egress, confined space entry and hot work are all routine considerations on fuel tank projects. Method statements set out how these will be managed on each site, and work is coordinated with clients and other contractors where required.
Where we work and typical projects
JWH provides commercial fuel tank installation and related services on sites throughout the UK.
Recent projects have included:
- Fuel tank installation and compound construction for healthcare sites
- Replacement bunded tanks feeding standby boiler and generator systems
- Fuel storage upgrades at industrial and process sites
- Changes to tanks and pipework at mills and manufacturing plants
Some jobs are straightforward like-for-like replacements. Others involve multiple tanks, complex pipe runs and tight shutdown windows. In each case the aim is the same: a safe, compliant installation delivered on time.
COMMERCIAL FUEL TANK INSTALLATION FAQs
Many projects involve replacing existing fuel tanks and associated pipework. Tank cleaning, removal and new installation can be combined into one programme of work.
Where required, works can be planned around shutdown windows or carried out in phases so that critical services are maintained, as shown in recent hospital and industrial projects.
Installations range from smaller day tanks through to large bunded tanks for hospitals, mills and other industrial sites, specified to suit the duty and available space.
Diesel and gas oil make up a large part of the work, along with kerosene. Specific products can be discussed as part of any enquiry.
No. The work described on this page relates to fixed commercial fuel storage tanks and associated pipework and equipment, not vehicle fuel tank repairs or replacements.
Nationwide Commercial Tank Services
From Scotland to Cornwall, JWH Tanks delivers top-tier commercial tank services throughout all areas of the UK. Our commitment to nationwide coverage ensures that businesses everywhere can access our expertise. Our coverage includes:
COMMERCIAL FUEL TANK INSTALLATION
If you are planning a new fuel tank installation or replacing an existing tank, you can use the contact form to outline your requirements and attach site photographs if you have them, or contact one of the offices by phone or email.
A member of the team will respond to discuss your enquiry and the most appropriate next steps.
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