The type and method of building varies from project to project, however in a like for like comparison we estimate savings of up to 25% can be achieve by installing a SuperVault tank vs a fire rated room or underground tank. These savings are increased if you consider the time and cost saving to the builder, the reduced ongoing maintenance and servicing costs, and the potential to save square meters for the client to divert into revenue such as a car park. Sound financial reasons to opt for the SuperVault in your project. Check out our whitepaper for review of this. 

Fuelchief aim to make it as easy as possible. We work with all stakeholders including developers, tenants, consultants, architects, contractors, and installers to outline the best size and solution. We have sizing tools, CAD files and specification templates to save time when you are specifying Supervault into your project or premise.

Yes the SuperVault can be and offers distinct advantages in an outside installation. It is protected with a +15 year 3 coat paint system, and carries a 30 year manufacturer’s warranty. The advantages are twofold: firstly, it reduces the hazardous zone required around the fuel storage by half (allowing closer placement to buildings and public places), and secondly, it carries a multi-hazard certification including an impact rating, allowing it to be installed cost effectively without the requirement for expensive armco barriers.

A Grade A office building is one that ‘overwhelmingly meets the stated criteria’ of the publication A Guide To Office Building Quality released by The Property Council of Australia (PCA). Under this guide, a PCA Grade A office building requires 12 hours of back-up power supply. Our SuperVault tanks offer critical benefits when it comes to the design and ongoing maintenance in an innovative building project.

In comparison to any other fuel tank, relocating a Supervault is a no-brainer. An underground tank would need de-gassing, filled with an inert substance and certifying as ‘out of service’, while the SuperVault can be easily be decommissioned and set up elsewhere due to its certification and multi-hazard rating. What makes it even more attractive is that a SuperVault does not require an expensive demolition of the fire-rated room that would normally surround a standard aboveground tank.

AS1170 is the Standard relating to seismic and wind loadings on buildings and structures. It is in 5 parts and outlines the design requirements and loadings on Structures due to actions of wind, snow & ice, earthquakes in Australia, and earthquakes in New Zealand. In Australia, the wind loadings apply to regions susceptible to cyclones etc. The hazard zones for earthquakes will also apply and come into force in some areas. In relation to fuel tanks, Engineers will consider the way they are fixed to their foundations under certain loads, and this is especially important when they are part of a bigger system such as a burner or critical back-up generator. The Standard applies an ‘Importance Level’ rating from IL1 to IL5 depending on the hazard factor of the location, and the type of structure, e.g. hospitals.