Fuel tanks can be confusing, at Rix, we want to ensure your experience is as hassle-free as possible. Depending on your requirements, the fuel tank you'll need can differ. We offer a wide range of fuel tanks in all different sizes, specifically designed for many purposes.
Whether you're after a small tank for your home's heating oil, or a larger, more advanced refuelling station for your business or farm vehicles, we've got a tank for you.
Contact our expert team today and they'll help you find the perfect solution that fits your needs.
A bunded tank, or 'double-skinned' as they are sometimes named, is widely considered one of the safest methods of fuel storage. This is because they are essentially a 'tank within a tank'.
The inner layer houses the fuel or substance, which is then protected by a further outer layer. The space between the two layers is normally referred to as the 'bund'. The primary purpose of a bunded tank is to minimise the risk of leaks, spills and overflows, as well as prevent environmental contamination, protecting your fuel. For more information on bunded tanks, visit our blog.
Yes, most of our supplied fuel tanks are fully HVO compatible. As HVO is chemically very similar to conventional diesel fuel, therefore HVO is usually compatible with the common materials found in fuel storage tanks.
However, it is always best to ensure your tank can safely store HVO fuels. Our team of advisors can answer any questions you may have regarding HVO storage, and help you discover the right tank for you. If you'd like to know more about HVO, visit our HVO page.
With the increasing complexity of regulations involved in oil-fired equipment servicing, it's important your services are carried out by a trained, OFTEC engineer. OFTEC is the Oil Firing Technical Association - which is an independent body governing the certification of oil-fired equipment engineers and technicians.
To be an OFTEC-certified engineer, one must pass specific examinations focusing on the quality of installations and services.
Currently, there are some governing rules on the location of your fuel tanks to ensure your safety, as well as your property. These are as follows:
- 1.8m away from non-fire-rated eaves of a building
- 1.8m away from a non-fire-rated structure/building
- 1.8m away from openings in a fire-rated structure/building.
- 1.8m away from liquid fuel appliance fuel terminals
- 760mm away from a non-fire-rated boundary, such as a wooden fence
- 600mm away from screening (e.g. foliage) that does not form part of the boundary.
It's important that your fuel tank remains in good condition to effectively store your fuel and oil products, and avoid costly repairs. To ensure your tank is healthy, we offer high-quality tank check-ups and maintenance services, by our OFTEC qualified team of experts. If you're in need of a health-check, visit our Heating Services page.
There are steps you can take to ensure your tank is healthy, here's some key signs to look out for:
- Visible leaks
- Rust
- Cracks or damages
- Bulging
- Gauges not working
- Product around the base of the tank
- Sudden changes to fuel usage
- Discoloured fuel product
- Strong fuel smell.
