Guidelines For Long Term Storage of Diesel
Whether it is a gasoline or diesel fuel, proper storage is necessary to prevent it from explosions, fires, and injuries. For farmers, fuel is the lifeblood of any generator, so you should always keep some on-hand. Improper handling of fuel can cause explosions and damage your farms.
In terms of storing a large amount of liquid or fuel, there are multiple solutions are available. In this, 20l jerry cans are one of the most efficient and convenient tools to store fuel anywhere. According to fuel safety regulations, you can easily store 20liters of fuel whether it is diesel or petrol for a longer duration in jerry cans. These cans are made up of plastic and very easy to carry from one to another place without any inconvenience. Moreover, you can easily use these jerry cans regularly.
Here are some other different ways of storing diesel and fuel for a period:
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1. Combustible Liquid Containers:
As you know gasoline or diesel fuel is required proper storage for safety precautions. And combustible liquid containers are one of the best options for storing liquid. These containers are made up of steel with a sturdier base. You can easily install these types of containers above ground and below ground or as per your space needs and requirements. If required then you can mount these containers on the back of trucks and easily carry fuel within a large amount. Moreover, these containers are suitable for 6 to 12 months of storage in all weather conditions.
2. Above Ground storage steel Tank:
Steel tanks are another best way of storing diesel and liquid for a longer period. These tanks are a little bit expensive than plastic. The minimum lifespan of these tanks is up to 30 years. In short, you can say that the storage capabilities of these tanks are much higher than other plastic tanks. Moreover, you can install these tanks into an exact area where you can easily load and unload the fuel as per your needs and requirements.
3. Jerry cans:
Jerry cans are the easiest way to liquid and fuel storage for a longer duration. These are manufactured from a recyclable plastic known to be extremely durable. Jerry cans are very cost-efficient as compare to other types of steel tanks. These cans are easy to install and maintain. They are not rusted or corroded like steel tanks. Another one of the best advantages is that you can easily storing diesel in jerry cans within a large quantity and carried up to 20liters fuel from one to another location without any type of inconvenience. Moreover, these cans are easily adjusted to a small area and used for a long lifespan.
4. Bio-diesel Tanks:
Biodiesel Storage Tanks are also known as environmentally safe Tanks and known for storing fuel and liquid. These tanks are renewable fuel made from biomass. These tanks have six-month viable storage life with proper precautions. To store the liquid in this tank, you need to place these tanks into a moisture-free location and out from warm weather or direct sunlight. Besides, biodiesel tanks are much more expensive than steel and plastic jerry cans.
