It is used to store liquefied petroleum gas. It is made of special materials that protect the tank from the physical and chemical factors it is exposed to after installation. It is provided with an outer layer that resists rust and oxidation of iron.
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Uses of gas tanks:
- It is used to store liquefied petroleum gas. It is made of special materials that protect the tank from the physical and chemical factors it is exposed to after installation. It is provided with an outer layer that resists rust and oxidation of iron.
- Used to help manage fuel inventory more efficiently.
- The tanks are used in factories, homes and other places that need to secure gas in an easy and quick way.
- The tank is designed to withstand a service pressure of 17 bar and a temperature of -10 below zero to 60 degrees Celsius.
- Gas tanks are manufactured according to American and European standards.
Tank components:
The tank's structure is cylindrical in shape, consisting of two spherical parts, representing the two ends of the tank, and a cylindrical part in the middle, which is designed to withstand a pressure of up to 26 kg/cm2 bar.
Principles and requirements for safety and installation of gas tanks:
There are many principles and requirements that must be taken when dealing with the gas tank, which are:
The upper gas tank is installed on a concrete slab with a height of 10 to 15 cm, depending on the size of each tank.
-Do not place flammable materials, petroleum materials, etc. near the tank.
-When leaving the place for more than a day, the main gas valve located under the tank cover must be closed
It is prohibited to move the tank from its location or add any coordinates around it except with the company’s approval
It is forbidden to use matches to detect gas leaks. Rather, this is done using foaming water and soap
- The connectors between the stoves and the gas extensions are securely fixed and inspected from time to time to ensure their safety and that there are no breakages or cracks in them.
-It must be far from any heat source - such as an air conditioner - a water pump - a power breaker - and so on.
-Do not be in a location where he may be hit by cars.
-It should be close to the housing entrance to facilitate its filling.
Preventive precautions that people must take in the event of a gas leak:
-Lock off the main electrical circuit breaker
-Turn off the gas supply from the tank whenever possible
-Work to clear the spill area of people
- Open windows and provide natural ventilation for the place
-Call the Civil Defense or the Gas Company’s emergency center on the unified number 920009911
-It is prohibited to smoke or use matches or anything that could cause sparks
- Do not allow vehicles or cars to cross near the leak site.
- Do not allow people to return to the place until they are sure that there are no remnants of the leaked gas