South Africa’s bulk fuel storage revolution, self-bunded tanks.

Self Bunded Tanks in South Africa. The new frontier for fuel storage.

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While diesel prices are expected to decrease slightly in South Africa as we move into 2020, petrol prices are again on the increase and transport costs mean inland operators continue to pay more.

For local businesses, responding to the fluctuations in price and ensuring a reliable supply of quality fuel is a major challenge.

Investing in new fuel storage options including above-ground self-bunded tanks is one way local businesses are revolutionising their operations and shielding their business from the uncertainty of the fuel cycle.

Fuel pricing and transport challenges in South Africa

High and fluctuating fuel prices are the single biggest fuel-related issue for South African business, particularly when you consider the need to buy clean fuel that meets minimum emission standards and the bunker fuel oil sulphur cap.

While fuel forecourts provide convenience, buying in bulk through the retail network is expensive both in cost of product and in transport and handling costs.

Poor road infrastructure, bulk fuel theft and hijackings are among the serious challenges involved in transporting fuel in addition to sometimes lengthy loading and offloading turnaround times, traffic congestion and vast distances.

Xwena石油的约翰·确说越来越多的South African operators are looking for new ways to secure an affordable fuel supply and ensure reliability and value for money by installing their own fuel storage systems.

“For titans of industry who need to keep power plants or manufacturing facilities operating and fleets on the road 24 hours a day, reliability of supply is their overarching concern,” Johann says.

“In most cases this boils down to capacity, both in terms of bulk fuel storage and logistics. Increasingly, businesses are taking matters into their own hands to develop their own storage infrastructure.”

Self-bunded fuel storage tanks – an affordable bulk fuel storage option

The availability of self-bunded fuel storage tanks like the Australian-developedF.E.S. TANKSrange is revolutionising fuel storage options for South African business.

Johann says usingself-bunded tankslike the F.E.S. range has enabled the above ground storage of fuel, solvents and other flammable liquids in a way that’s affordable, flexible and meets regulatory and environmental requirements.

“BecauseF.E.S. self-bunded above ground tankscome in sizes from 1000 to 110,000 litres and don’t require any external bund walls, they make it possible to store fuel in areas where it wouldn’t previously have been possible. The design of the tanks also means they can be easily secured on-site.

“火额定self-bunded燃料存储options mean operators can now store petrol and diesel aboveground in high volume areas while meeting all legislative requirements and standards – something that previously wasn’t viable with traditional un-bunded round tanks.

Self-bunded fuel storage tanks – a new frontier

Johann says significant costs are already being saved in rural and industrial areas by using aboveground self-bunded tanks as opposed to the traditional options that require expensive site preparation and earthworks.

“They’re easier to install, clean and maintain than traditional underground tanks, with easy secure access and the capability to work with the latest fuel distribution and management technology.

“Tanks can also be offered on a rental basis with no capital required upfront and rental included in fuel supplied. This means business operators can make savings immediately from installation. After the rental period they own the storage and dispensing infrastructure without any rental premiums, maximising their cost savings.”

Making small scale fuel distribution a reality for South African business

安全,容易运输above-ground petrol and diesel storage options are also opening up new opportunities in fuel distribution.

“Self-bundedBloc tanksare a safe, convenient way to store and dispense smaller quantities of diesel and petrol fuels or lubricants.

“These small cube tanks – from 1000 litres – are ideal for sitting next to a generator and can be paired with the latest fuel distribution systems.”

New options like solar panels to power fuel pumps and distribution equipment are also offsetting the high electricity costs which have traditionally been a deterrent for fuel depot or retail operators in South Africa, Johann says.

“With the range of renewable energy solutions now available to lower input costs and reduce or negate dependency on the grid, fuel distribution systems can now be successfully operated through solar power during the day.

“Smart Payment systems and other technology platforms are also enabling the sharing of bulk fuel infrastructure, creating even greater cost savings. The same systems can be utilized to create compelling loyalty offerings to entice customers with other value offerings.”

About F.E.S. TANKS AFRICA

Find out more about the F.E.S. Tanks range and how our experts in South Africa can help you design the right fuel storage system for your business atF.E.S. TANKS AFRICA

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36 Comments

  1. Do you have a show house for me to see It
    I’m looking forward to open a small business at Limpopo/Giyani

  2. Wow! Information that I needed well presented. Do you sell to Lesotho? How long will it take to have the tank in Lesotho?

    • Of course we do…Drop an email tosales@festanksafrica.comfor all your exact requirements. Our South African distributor will pick it up from there.

  3. Quotation on 23 000 litre with pump and meter and nozzle please delivered in Rustenburg

  4. Reguest quatation for 60L self bunded Diesel tank

  5. Good day

    Can I get pricing on 68 000L and 30 000L diesel tanks if choose to hire

    Regards

  6. Looking for 31’000 l storage capacity for IP

  7. Opsoek na 80000L tank vir diesel

  8. Looking for a self bunded tank,can you please call my on 0825744835

  9. Hi. I’m looking for fuel and LPG storage for Botswana

  11. Hi

    Will like to hire a 5000 liters diesel tank, how much would it costs per day or per month

  12. Looking for 500000l fuel storage in Botswana

  13. can you please quote me on the 110 000 litre container.

  14. Good day
    I request a quotation for 50 000 liters

  15. Good morning how much is 6000 litres tank

  16. Need full price for complete underground diesel/petrol tanks for these sizes: 5 000, 15 000, 20 000, 30 000 and 35 000 litres az wel as soil test for contamination. Filling station will be set up 5kms from King william’s town on R63 Sanral National rood

  17. Hi I’m looking for 20000l storage tank for diesel in Botswana please with price

  18. Hi I am looking for 23l ×3 self bunded tanks for a mining operation in Prieska Northern Cape.

    This operation will increase from 150000 to 850000 liter p/m.

  19. Hi I am looking for 23000l ×3 self bunded tanks for a mining operation in Prieska Northern Cape.

    This operation will increase from 150000 to 850000 liter p/m.

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