

OVERVIEW
What you need to know
Benefits of having an on-site fuel storage.
1. It saves money
Having on-site fuel storage can save you money – especially when it’s teamed with an effective fuel management system.
When you buy fuel in bulk, you can enjoy lower prices. You can also establish an excellent relationship with your supplier, which will enable you to negotiate in future. If you keep track of how much fuel you’re using and how much is stored in your tanks, you’ll also be able to predict future expenses more easily, giving you a better handle on your finances.
2. It is efficient
As well as saving you money, on-site fuel storage can save you time and energy, making it a highly efficient option. Time won’t be wasted travelling to off-site locations in order to fill up, and refuelling detours should largely be avoided. Jobs will be able to be completed more quickly, giving your drivers more time to spend on other tasks or jobs.
3. It helps to prevent theft.
You have total control over fuel usage – you can monitor who’s using it, how much they’re using and when they’re using it. 6 Basic differences between the Above Ground and Underground Petroleum Storage Tanks:
- Maintenance: Above ground storage tanks are easier to maintain. Routine check-ups are needed to check for leakages in the pipes. Yearly calibration can sort this out.
- Durability: For above ground storage tanks, leakages are detected easily. You can use these tanks for a longer period of time if well maintained regularly. Life expectancy of these buried tanks is 10 to 15 years on average. There are possible leakage problems if the tanks are damaged at the time of installation especially if they were not professionally piped.
- Space Availability: Above ground storage tanks require much bigger space as opposed to underground tanks. Underground tanks allow you to use the land for other purposes.
- Depth: Above ground storage tanks have primary and emergency vents. The primary vent pipe is as wide as the fuel fill pipe and extended 12 feet above ground for flammable materials. Underground storage tanks are buried 5 to 6 feet under the ground.
- Storage Capacity: Above ground is best for storage of gas or any flammable products in a tank. If storing huge amounts of petroleum products, above ground tanks are appropriate just as is underground storage.
- Affordability: Above ground storage tanks are cost-effective, they provide quality service for several years. Underground tanks are expensive as compared to above ground tanks largely because they need trained professionals to install the tanks and do the piping efficiently as per the standard requirements.