The Abu Dhabi Division of Vitality (DoE) has rolled out the emirate’s first vertical Liquefied Petroleum Fuel (LPG) tank system for meals institutions, changing the normal use of LPG cylinders with what it calls a safer and extra environment friendly different.
The system, with a capability of as much as 125 gallons, consists of an explosion-proof vaporiser and is refilled on-site by licensed operators, eradicating the necessity to retailer or deal with fuel cylinders.
The DoE stated the initiative reduces the dangers of leaks and incidents, simplifies operations, and units a brand new regulatory benchmark for security within the meals sector. Technical Bulletin No. (1/2025) was issued alongside the launch, detailing the technical necessities, security requirements, and regulatory situations for putting in the tanks according to NFPA requirements and the UAE Fireplace and Life Security Code.
Dr Saif Saeed Al Qubaisi, Performing Director Basic for Regulatory Affairs at DoE, siad: “This initiative displays the division’s dedication to defending people and communities by guaranteeing a secure operational setting for meals institutions.” He added that fuel stays a vital power supply for the sector.
Er Ahmed Al Sheebani, Government Director of the Petroleum Merchandise Regulatory Affairs Sector at DoE, stated: “The challenge goals to ascertain a safer and extra sustainable system, enabling meals institutions to function with confidence and reliability whereas serving prospects according to worldwide greatest practices.” He famous the division’s collaboration with licensed personal sector operators for the approval and implementation of the system according to the very best requirements.
The DoE urged food establishments, significantly these with out entry to underground fuel networks or centralised LPG techniques, to undertake the answer to make sure compliance with present and future regulatory necessities.