TRANSPORTABLE TANK (UN IBC 31A/Y) 05,10,20,30TCG-GLB WM001
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Contents INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 1 DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................ 2 SIGN-OFF FORM.................................................................................................... 3 IDENTIFICATION MARKS ....................................................................................... 4 UNIT SPECIFICATION ......................
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing Western Global Please read the contents of this manual before use.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 DESCRIPTION UN IBC 31A/Y – (IBC) Intermediate Bulk Container The TCG range of UN IBC 31A/Y tanks have been designed to enable safe storage and transportation of Class 3 Flammable & Combustible fluids. • • • • • • • • • • The TCG conforms to UN/ADR, CDG Regs (UK), US DOT, and Transport Canada which allows the transportation of the unit containing fuel on the highway/road.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 SIGN-OFF FORM • • • • The equipment provider should follow the general Safety Standards specified by the UN/DOT for the transport of packing Group II and Group III liquids.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 IDENTIFICATION MARKS Each tank is supplied with 3 unique identification numbers. 1. 2. 3. UN IBC Serial Number Manufacturing Serial Number UL/ULC Serial Number 1, UN IBC Serial Number The UN IBC Plate is located on the external of the tank (front or Side near the cabinet area 2, Manufacturing Serial Number Tank number is positioned in the cab area and will be permanently attached to the main tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 3, UL/ULC Serial Number The UL Plate is located on the external of the tank (front or Side near the cabinet area Record your serial numbers here UN IBC Data-plate Serial Number Manufacturing Serial Number UL/ULC Data plate Serial Number Plant Number* *Optional customer plant number 5
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 UNIT SPECIFICATION Capacities / Dimensions Capacity US Gallon Litres Model Imp.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 Current UN Reference number UN Certificate of Packaging reference number TCG(G) 05TCG 10TCG 20TCG 30TCG 31A/Y/** **/B/844/160021/1726/1014 31A/Y/** **/B/844/160019/3106/1726 31A/Y/** **/B/844/160022/6000/3333 31A/Y/** **/B/844/160020/8347/4710 ** ** = MM YY of manufacture. Legacy UN reference numbers Legacy UN IBC Certificate of Packaging reference numbers for older North America tanks.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 SAFETY Before using this equipment and to avoid personal injury, carefully read and understand these instructions.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 General • • • • • • • • • If there is anything you do not understand, contact your supplier for advice The unit must be operated by authorised personnel only This unit must not be moved, filled, maintained or operated by persons who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, tired or unwell You MUST perform a risk assessment before using this equipment to ensure your safety and the safety of others Wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment for the task
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 Limitations of use • • The TCG is designed for the safe storage of Class 3 Flammable & Combustible fluids, on site or in transit Each unit should be filled up to a maximum of 95% of its stated Nominal capacity Safe practice The storage, transportation and dispensing of Flammable & Combustible fluids is governed by law and it is the user/operator who has sole responsibility to ensure that any such rules and regulations are abided by.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 Venting Each unit has 2 common vents installed; these are in the Cab Area of the tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 ACCESS AND SECURITY SAFETY. Ingress to the inner tank must only be carried out by trained personnel and after a full risk assessment has been carried out. Access to the inner tank For maintenance, inspection and cleaning, access can be made through the installed access lid located on the top of the tank. 1. Access Lid 2.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 CABINET OVERVIEW Standard EU Unit 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 Standard NA Unit 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 CENTRE OF GRAVITY 05TCG Centre of Gravity 2 Center Of Gravity 2 Based on empty tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 10TCG Centre of Gravity 3 Centre Of Gravity 3 Based on empty tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 20TCG Centre of Gravity 4 Centre Of Gravity 4 Based on empty tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 30TCG Centre of Gravity 5 Centre Of Gravity 5 Based on empty tank.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 LIFTING & HANDLING IMPORTANT: Always prepare a Lifting Plan/Risk Assessment. By Forklift / Tele-handler • • Each TCG is fitted with forklift pockets which are designed to allow the TCG to be raised by a forklift/tele-handler. The TCG can be lifted from all 4 sides. This must be considered in your risk assessment It is important that the total gross weight of the TCG is not more than half (50%) of the forklift’s maximum SWL.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 1. Lifting Points 2. Fork Pockets 1. Lifting Point LIFT HERE ONLY WARNING Do not allow anyone under the raised load at any time or for any reason.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 Positioning Where the TCG is to be permanently positioned for use (long or short term) it is important that certain aspects are considered • • • • • You should make sure that both supplying vehicle and receiving vehicle have safe and easy access to the TCG The position should be selected where the unit will be protected from accidental impact Consideration should be given to the location of overhead services such as telecommunications, power cables and over
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 DISPENSING FUEL There are two options available for dispensing/supplying fuel. Either manually via a fuel pump and nozzle or by direct coupling to the equipment such as a generator. • • By Fuel Pump - For the information about any pump system fitted to this TCG, please refer to documents supplied with the pump. Direct Coupling - enables continuous fuel feed to equipment such as generators where fuel is required continuously.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 The baffle plates run the width of the unit and are only effective if the tank is loaded correctly onto the trailer, truck etc. NOTE: always load the tank as shown below with the cabinet running in the direction of travel. When transporting ALL ports, valves, vents and openings must be closed STACKING • • • The TCG is designed with the structural strength to allow stacking 2 high when full and 3 high when empty.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 STRAPPING CHARTS 05TCG 1. 2. 3. Depth (mm) Depth (in) Fuel Level (Litre) Fuel Level (US Gallon) Fuel Level (Imp Gallon) 571.5 535 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 22.5 21.1 19.7 17.7 15.7 13.8 11.8 9.8 7.9 5.9 3.9 2 0 499 474 430 394 357 318 278 236 192 146 99 50 0 131.8 125.2 113.6 104.1 94.3 84 73.4 62.3 50.7 38.6 26.2 13.2 0 109.8 104.3 94.6 86.7 78.5 70 61.2 51.9 42.2 32.1 21.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 10TCG 1. 2. 3. Depth (mm) Depth (in) Fuel Level (Litre) Fuel Level (US Gallon) Fuel Level (Imp Gallon) 1041 1000 970 950 900 850 800 750 700 650 600 550 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 41 39.4 38.2 37.4 35.4 33.5 31.5 29.5 27.6 25.6 23.6 21.7 19.7 17.7 15.7 13.8 11.8 9.8 7.9 5.9 3.9 2 0 949 910 902 875 840 802 764 723 682 639 594 548 500 452 402 352 301 251 201 151 100 50 0 250.7 240.4 238.3 231.2 221.9 211.9 201.8 191 180.2 168.8 156.9 144.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 20TCG 1. 2. 3. Depth (mm) Depth (in) Fuel Level (Litre) Fuel Level (US Gallon) Fuel Level (Imp Gallon) 1041 1000 982 950 900 850 800 750 700 650 600 550 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 41 39.4 38.7 37.4 35.4 33.5 31.5 29.5 27.6 25.6 23.6 21.7 19.7 17.7 15.7 13.8 11.8 9.8 7.9 5.9 3.9 2 0 2091 2065 1986 1973 1880 1785 1688 1590 1491 1390 1288 1184 1080 972 864 756 648 540 432 324 216 108 0 552.4 545.5 524.6 521.2 496.6 471.5 445.9 420 393.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 30TCG 1. 2. 3. Depth (mm) Depth (in) Fuel Level (Litre) Fuel Level (US Gallon) Fuel Level (Imp Gallon) 1050 1000 990 950 900 850 800 750 700 650 600 550 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 41.3 39.4 39 37.4 35.4 33.5 31.5 29.5 27.6 25.6 23.6 21.7 19.7 17.7 15.7 13.8 11.8 9.8 7.9 5.9 3.9 2 0 2980 2857 2831 2730 2600 2469 2335 2200 2062 1923 1781 1637 1490 1341 1192 1043 894 745 596 447 298 149 0 787.2 754.7 747.9 721.2 686.8 652.2 616.8 581.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SCHEDULE V = Visual inspection P = Physical Check L = Lubricate R = Replace Item Daily Weekly Monthly 6 Monthly Yearly Other Reference / Comments General Housekeeping V P Firefighting media (if fitted) V P Doors V Signage V/R L Check site and tank. Remove debris etc.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 STATUTORY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE To retain the UN IBC approval 6, it is required that the owner of the TCG carries out regular inspections and ensures that a record of each inspection is kept. Where fault is found, the unit MUST be removed from service until the fault is rectified and the unit is retested successfully. Every 2 ½ years • • • External inspection Function of all services equipment Leak test.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 INNER TANK REMOVAL For periodic inspection you may be required to remove the inner tank from the containment. Follow local Health and Safety rules when carrying out this operation. IMPORTANT - Ensure the tank is empty before lifting. 30 1. Remove all 4 corner brackets. Store brackets, nuts and bolts safely 2. Remove 2 x side and 2 x end rails. Store rails, nuts and bolts safely 3.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 4. Using a 4-leg lifting chain attached to each corner carefully remove the inner tank To re-install the inner tank into the containment, follow steps 1 – 4 in reverse. Always ensure the bolts are torqued.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 TORQUE SETTINGS Nuts and Bolts If the tank is required to be dismantled and re-assembled the tank nuts and bolts used are required to be torqued, torque settings are shown in the table below. Metric Torque Specifications Size Typical Maximum Tightening Torque Nm (lb ft) Property Class Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9 M8 30 (21) 40 (30) M10 55 (42) 75 (60) M12 100 (74) 135 (106) Torque figures indicated above are valid for lightly oiled threads.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY Correct and considerate management of Flammable & Combustible fluids, its storage and transfer are the responsibility of everyone who operates or maintains this equipment. All necessary precautions should be made to prevent spills and subsequent pollution of the environment. Have in place a clear action plan to deal with accidental spill, no matter how small or large.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 TROUBLE-SHOOTING The Transcube is a simple and reliable system Below we have listed common problems, causes and solutions that you may encounter. If a problem is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble-shooting section, please call your local Western Global distributor or dealer.
WM001 05-10-20-30TCG(G)-EN Revision 2 Jan 2020 WARRANTY The Company undertakes to replace or repair, free of charge, any defect which the Company considers to be due to faulty workmanship or material within 36 months (or otherwise stated) of the sale date, except for: • • • • • • Defects arising from neglect, misuse or unauthorised modifications.
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