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The liquid gas tank test: Always on the safe side

Whether above ground or underground, purchased or rented - one thing applies to all liquid gas tanks, regardless of tank size: safety has top priority. That's why regular gas tank maintenance and inspections are at the top of the list. You can safely rely on our eyes and hands for this. We have almost 70 years of understanding, experience and know-how in application and supply technology. And if something does go wrong, our technical customer service will be there for you quickly - that's for sure!

LPG tank testing: We do it for you!

What do your car and your LPG tank have in common? The legislator prescribes regular inspections for both. Not for fun, but to spare you unpleasant surprises and to ensure the highest possible safety. In terms of gas tank maintenance, this means that the legal requirements for the location and operation of your LPG tank are checked for compliance, and the result of each of these prescribed tests is documented in detail. In this way, the regular LPG tank inspection is also proof within the scope of your duty of care. You don't want to take care of everything yourself? No problem, just ask us. We'll do it for you!

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BetrSichV, GefStoffV, TRBS, TRF, USWUSF: Jungle seeks scout!

Tank inspection, pipework inspection, safety valve and fittings inspection? Private or commercial use? Use for heat supply or as drive energy? Any specials? The thicket of regulations and directives is indeed confusing for laymen. Your Westfalengas energy experts can help you sort through the confusion, protect your liquid gas system from accidents and you from trouble and fines. So before you ask yourself whether you have everything in view:

Just ask us!

Oh yes, for the sake of completeness:

BetrSichV = Betriebssicherheitsverordnung (Industrial Safety Ordinance)
GefStoffV = Gefahrstoffverordnung (Ordinance on Hazardous Substances)
TRBS = Technische Regeln für Betriebssicherheit (Technical rules for operational safety)
TRF = Technische Regeln Flüssiggas (Technical rules for liquefied petroleum gas)
USWUSF = Undsoweiterundsofort (Andsoonandsoon)– because the rules and regulations above are by no means the end of the story ...

On the outside, yes, but also on the inside: Exterior and interior LPG tank inspection.

The external and internal LPG tank tests are essential for every LPG supply system. That is why we will be happy to show you the scope and general conditions on the basis of these compulsory checks.

There are corresponding specifications for all kinds of plant components, the catalogue is long, and so are the pitfalls. The easiest way to avoid stumbling: Delegate the inspection complex to us!

External tank inspection.

Includes:

Visual assessment of the external condition
Assessment of the installation conditions (container location, fire loads, room sizes, etc.)

Term: Every two years
Inspector: Expert, in this case the so-called "person qualified to inspect".

Internal tank inspection.

Includes:

Inspection of the pressure-bearing wall.
Checking the safety-relevant equipment parts for presence, condition and functionality.
Checking the compliance of the installation with the specifications of the test documents.

Term: Every ten years

Inspector: Expert, in this case from an approved inspection body (ZÜS).

Inclusive service, package offer or individual order: everything at Westfalen.

There are three simple ways you can have almost nothing to do with your LPG tank test:

You decide to rent a LPG tank from us. Depending on the model, a certain test volume is already included.
You decide to buy a LPG tank from us. Then it's best to book the right service package at the same time.
You already have your own LPG tank. In that case, we will be happy to carry out any inspections that are due on an individual basis. Just ask us!

Real all-rounders: our technical customer service.

Highly qualified nationwide: The employees of our technical customer service and selected service partners are there for you for every type of liquid gas system. This includes liquid gas tanks for private gas heat supply as well as systems in vehicles or trailers (e.g. caravans, mobile homes). Westfalengas energy experts are specially qualified as "persons qualified to carry out inspections". We ensure their qualification and ongoing training with regular courses. So the safety of your liquid gas supply system is in good hands.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about LPG tank testing.

How often does a LPG tank need to be checked?

From the outside, the LPG tank must be inspected every two years. Every ten years, an internal inspection of the tank is due, during which the integrity and tightness of the tank are checked. It does not matter whether the tank is placed above or below ground.

Who tests LPG tanks?

Liquefied gas tanks must be inspected by qualified personnel with the appropriate certificate of competence. The external inspection is carried out by the so-called "qualified person". The internal inspection is carried out by experts from an approved inspection body (ZÜS). The required qualification is also precisely specified for all other prescribed checks. Numerous Westfalengas energy experts have the relevant expertise. Where external experts need to be called in, we draw on the network we have built up over decades. This means that you can place liquid gas tank testing, gas tank maintenance and servicing in the best hands.

What should a LPG tank inspection cost?

The costs of a LPG tank inspection depend on the scope. For an external inspection, you should currently expect an amount of just under 100 euros including VAT. Ideally, you should combine upcoming inspections with each other; we will be happy to make you appropriate package offers.

Liquefied gas tank inspection? We do it for you!

Put yourself on the safe side: put the testing of your LPG tank and its peripherals in experienced hands.
We will do it for you.

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