Lpg domestic tank installation

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Does an LPG tank serving a domestic property need earthing? I was planning just to put a main earth bond onto pipe where it comes into property. But does the tank itself need earthing to prevent static electricity?? Reaction score 5, Click to expand Marvo - Staff member. Reaction score 9, Yes, an LPG bulk storage tank should have it's own earth. LPG storage is a completely separate area of expertise with it's own set of regs.

You shouldn't undertake any work on an LPG installation unless you're familiar with those regs and you must have a copy of those regs plus you must be insured to undertake LPG storage work. I did not know that cheers, does that include wiring the oil boilers.

Marvo said:. What happens when the property is being rewired, and the tank is already there?? Can i not just put an earth on the pipe where it enters the property , or am i not insured to do that??????????????? If the storage tank is not on the property then you shouldn't need to go anywhere near it but your first question was whether the LPG tank needed earthing I'm suspecting I'm not understanding your question. When you say property are you meaning on the grounds or just in the house?

Also when you say tank do you mean bulk storage that's refilled by a truck or do you mean a bottle you throw in your boot and exchange for a full one at the local hardware or garage?

The only thing you should need to do is the usual crossbonding of the services at the CU. The older I get the more I forget what I thought I knew NDT, non-destructive testing, radiographic, penetrant, ultrasonic, magnetic particle and such , of our tanks guarantee an efficient, safe and long-term operation. As the name signifies, domestic tanks are mainly used for daily household tasks such as heating, cooking and hot water, or light industrial purposes.

We can send you an instant online quote. We're here Monday to Friday - Leave your details and one of our team will be in touch. We like to give our customers choice After all, no two homes are the same We like to simplify your energy storage options. Get a quote. Out of sight, out of mind We make LPG tank installation simple with our turnkey solution Passionate about keeping your view unspoilt and maximising your garden space? Which underground tank is right for me? Can I have an underground tank?

The turret of your tank must be at least 3m away from buildings, boundaries and fixed sources of ignition. The excavation must also be 2m away from any buildings. Your tank cannot be sited directly underneath electrical power cables, and no services can pass through the excavation, including water pipes. We recommend using the excavated material, with any sharp stones removed, as backfill once your underground tank has been sited.

Your tank must be accessible for deliveries — this requires a minimum access road and gateway width of 2. Once your LPG tank has been installed; the land above the tank may be turfed, shingled, etc; although no continuous concrete or tarmac covering can be used.

The area immediately around your tank should remain clear of debris, overgrown vegetation and fixed sources of ignition such as barbecues. Your underground LPG tank requires a trench of a minimum depth of mm and minimum width mm for the underground pipework to be installed. Any cables or other services must be separated by mm from the LPG pipework. Here's some information about our vertical underground tank Our team will have a chat with you to see whether the vertical underground tank is the best solution for your garden.

Can I have a vertical underground tank? SA Residents Learn More. NT Residents Learn More. This can all be a bit confusing, with the various State requirements, but we will help you sort it all out when you contact us for your initial gas delivery. We will walk you through the requirements so you can start to relax and enjoy your new home or new gas appliances. All states and territories require the use of a licensed gas fitter for all gas related work, including both LPG and natural gas.

Do not attempt to do gas work yourself or to use a tradesperson who does not have specialist gas training and a specific gas fitter license. Licensed gas fitters have a gas fitter number, issued by their State regulatory authority, authorising them to carry out gas fitting work.

Some States have different endorsements for different types of gas fitting work, such as gas appliance conversions. If you require work to be done on a gas hot water system, make sure you get a tradesperson who is licensed for both the gas fitting and plumbing trades. Also, you may need to ask the gas fitter if he does the specific kind of gas installation that you need, such as a gas fireplace. Not all gas fitters are experienced at installing all types of gas appliances, so you should not hesitate to ask.

In it the gas fitter declares that the gas installation complies with all of the Australian Standards and statutory requirements. If a gas installation is faulty, this also requires the gas fitter to come back and correct the defect. Please Email us at: [email protected]. The information in this article is derived from various sources and is believed to be correct at the time of publication. However, the information may not be error free and may not be applicable in all circumstances.

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