FAQs - Fuel

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Every effort is made to keep this area of the site up to date. However, Tanks Direct cannot be held liable for errors or omissions. Compliance with statutory requirements is the responsibility of the person(s) who install, use and maintain products supplied by Tanks Direct. If you have concerns over compliance, you must seek professional advice, contact your local Building Control Officer, your local environmental authority or WRAS.  Tanks Direct will not be responsible for installations which do not comply with prevailing statutory requirements.


Fuel

Oil

What does Bunded mean, in regards to an Oil tank?

A Bunded Oil Tank is simply a tank within a tank. The fuel is stored in the inner tank and the outer tank acts as a failsafe so that in the event of a spillage, excess fuel will collect in the bund. They are a requirement at commercial, industrial and institutional premises.

Diesel

Can I store and dispense Kerosene (c1/C2) from your Fuel Stations?

Unfortunately not. The pumps and ancillary equipment fitted to these tanks are suitable only for use with Diesel or Biodiesel, as per product specifications. Dispensing a non-approved fuel from this equipment could result in serious injury or death.

What liquids are Fuel Station, Fuel Points suitable for storing and dispensing?

Diesel (D) to British Standard BS2869. Additionally, all Fuel Stations, are also suitable for the storage and dispensing of BioDiesel with a bio-element of up to 8% concentration.