Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan jointly with the Gazamir-pro and the Ecology Movement of Uzbekistan has organized a presentation of motor vehicles equipped with gas cylinders.

It was noted that the country has implemented big measures to saturate the domestic market with the fuel and energy resources, provided oil refining, natural gas and gas condensate production, increased production of liquefied gas. Economic growth followed by an increase in the number of vehicles leads to an increase in demand for automotive fuels, including liquefied and compressed gas. Gas fuel in Uzbekistan, like other gas producing countries, is becoming an alternative to gasoline and diesel fuel. The main factor is efficiency and environmental friendliness.

As part of a resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers on measures to develop a network of gas compressor and gas filling stations and on phased transfer of vehicles to liquefied and compressed natural gas, the republic is implementing a 2007-2012 program to boost the use of gaseous fuels for transportation. The liquefied gas filling stations offer propane-butane mixture, while compressed gas filling stations sells compressed natural gas.

Chief technologist at the Uzbek State Oil and Gas Inspection Mirsobit Abidov said in 2010 Uzbekistan build 28 liquefied gas stations and 68 compressed gas stations. Last year of liquefied gas tanks were installed to more than 11,200 vehicles, compressed gas tanks to 27,500 cars.

Gas fuel consumption is increasing. If in 2009 the cars consumed 259.6 million cubic meters of compressed natural gas and 198,500 tons of liquefied gas, in 2010 these figures were 443.9 million cubic meters and 232 thousand tons respectively. That is, consumption increased by 70% and 16%. In 2010, the national fleet of vehicles running on compressed natural gas for the first time surpassed the number of vehicles running on liquefied hydrocarbon gas.

The gas fuel market drives the demand for the equipment. The presentation demonstrated domestically assembled Spark, Matiz, Damas, as well as trucks of Samarqand automobile plant, equipped with LPG containers by Gazamir-PRO.

Source: www.ut.uz

By 2016 Uzbekistan plans to open 352 gas filling compressor stations, says Uzbekneftegaz press service.

135 gas filling compressor stations are now operating in different regions of Uzbekistan, built as a part of a program launched in 2007 to move road transport to liquefied and compressed gas consumption. Ten more are under construction.

The program is bolstered by the localization of production of certain spare parts, equipment and materials in the republic.

Today Uzbekneftegaz cooperates with South Korean KOGAS and KOLON companies on projects of production of automobile gas tanks at the territory of Navoi Free Industrial and Economic Zone, and construction of gas filling stations chain in the country. Till the end of 2010 the companies are planning to establish special joint ventures, the press service noted.

The total number of vehicles in Uzbekistan is 1,634,600 as of 1 January 2010. Seven percent of them run on liquefied gas, 8% use compressed one.

Source: www.ut.uz

Main Characteristics:

• Maximum Instant Flow Capacity: [6; 15; 30 or 50] kg/min;
• One or three way lines refilling system;
• Single or double refuelling hose;
• Mass Metering System per hose;
• Working pressure: 250 Bar;
• Cut pressure: (adjustable to customer needs);
• Shut Down device activated by High Gas Pressure, and Low or High Natural Gas Flow;
• Breakaway and excess flow valves system per hose;
• Emergency shut-down for all the installation;
• Able to work in areas of class I, Division I;
• Integral electronic sequencing and temperature compensation device;
• Visualization display system of gas outlet pressure, Full Charge completion, Unit rate in $ / Kgs, total price of sale in $ and total volume of sale-equivalent Kg of Natural Gas;
• Ability to store previous sale, accumulated volumes and total sales;
• Capability for serial communication with site fuel management;
• Optional multiservice for hoses of different elements like oil, water and air.

The Multiservice (EMS) dispensers include:

• Retractile water hose;
• Retractile air hose;
• Retractile oil hose;
• Stainless steel basin;
• Trash can space.

Dispenser Models:

Each model is defined by their main characteristics such as:

• EMB: Base Dispenser;
• EMS: Multiservice Dispenser;
• 6 / 15 / 30 / 50: Maximum instant flow capacity [kg/min];
• 1 or 3: One or three way lines refilling system;
• S or D: Single or Double refilling hose.

Examples:

• EMB-6-1-D: Base dispenser; with maximum instant flow capacity of 6 Kg/min; one way line refilling system; double refilling hoses. This dispenser is used mainly for light vehicles as cars;
• EMB-15-1-D: Base dispenser; with maximum instant flow capacity of 15 Kg/min; one way line refilling system; two refilling hoses. This dispenser is used mainly for vehicles as buses and cars;
• EMB-30-3-S: Base dispenser; with maximum instant flow capacity of 30 Kg/min; three way line refilling system; single refilling hose. This dispenser is used m++ainly for buses and trucks.

Photogallery

Photogallery

The versatility of the Virtual Pipeline® system is based on 3 state-of-the-art technological undertakings developed by Galileo.

• Microbox® / Microskid® / Booster® CNG compression modular stations;
• Pressure regulating plants;
• “MAT®” storage modular system and “ST®” natural gas transport system.

A solution for each application

This exclusive system constitutes a landmark in the Natural Gas distribution and sale business, and put an end to all the limitations in development areas caused by traditional distribution networks.

Applications:

• Natural Gas distribution networks;
• Industrial Consumption;
• CNG Daughter Stations.

Photogallery

Available technology offers CNG-filling equipment, sized for very small fleets, or for large-capacity Service-stations. But there was no truly effective, economical solution specific to the needs of medium sized fleets, nor for CNG Refilling-stations in areas of limited demand.

GNC Galileo’s studied all aspects of this sector’s problems. Nanobox® is the answer to these requirements.
Like all products of GNC Galileo, Nanobox® is an integral solution. Applying original innovations an efficient, fast refill is achieved with a compact unit of low cost of installation and operation.

Advantages of NANOBOX®:

• High return on Investment;
• Fast, easy and low cost installation;
• Minimum space requirement;
• Fast Refill and vehicle turnaround;
• Simple, low cost, preventive maintenance;
• Safe and reliable operation;
• Simple to operate and control;
• Refill of 30 to 250 vehicles per day;
• Register and internet-transmission of commercial, technical and audit data.

Nanobox® contains all the components necessary to compress natural gas, refuel NGV vehicles safely, efficiently, reliably—and report all data anywhere.

6 Fundamental advantages

1. Simple Installation

Nanobox® has no special installation requirements. A simple base-plate gives sufficient support. Because of the low power required and incorporated electric panel, no special electrical installation, nor power transformers, nor external panels are required.

2. Fast fill equal to that of large refueling stations

Nanobox® regulates the refueling process with an intelligent system that permits flow-rates and ease of refill equal to that of large CNG filling stations. A daily volume of up to 3000 Nm3/ day is attainable.

The most advanced features of GNC Galileo’s line of dispensers are incorporated in our Nanobox® package. Maximum flow-rates of 20 Nm3/minute are achieved, allowing for a normal vehicle refill in as little as 2 to 3 minutes.

3. Connect to any gas line

Nanobox® is supplied in different versions, according to the available natural gas line-pressure. The wide range inlet pressures covered is from 0.02 bar to 60 bars. The connection to high-pressure gas-lines requires no special installations. Naturally, like any other compressor, the higher the inlet pressure, the higher the refilling capacity.

4. Fleet Management

For the administration and control of CNG consumption, the owner, the outsourcer or service-operator may require diverse control reports, including data on individual vehicles by date and report period.

Nanobox® is equipped with an exclusive system which automatically reads individual vehicle-TAGS and registers occasion and amount of refill. This data is stored for later recall via Internet connection.

The TAG also permits restricting refueling to previously authorized vehicles.

The CPU may be programmed for three types of refueling:

5. Internet ready

Nanobox® electronics incorporate an exclusive Internet server, which permits visualization of all kinds of commercial and technical information, from any location, anywhere:

• Refueling volumes and sales;
• Fleet Management data;
• Readout of performance and operative data of the unit;
• Maintenance reports, records of preventive maintenance compliance;
• Fault detection and alarms;
• Access to programs and restrictions guiding all aspects of the Nanobox®;.

The access and visualization of this information can be subject to four hierarchical levels of authorization.

6. Telemaintenance

The CPU and its communications programs allow maintenance personnel to access the read-out of operating parameters on a Hand Held screen, while the unit operates. Utilizing Internet with the Bluetooth wireless protocol, this data can be read anywhere.

Also, compliance with Preventive Maintenance schedules can be checked, previous maintenance records recalled, and new reports filed. Assured maintenance for minimum down-time can thus be achieved.

All information about the equipment is accessible via Internet, facilitating an audit program of operations, performance and maintenance of the unit.

Photogallery

Telecontrol: both models can be remotely controlled through a simple Internet connection. This allows Galileo Technical Service to access the equipment standards for control or change as per the customers’ needs, thus preventing technicians’ traveling delays.

Maintenance: the renowned reliability of this equipment, in addition to the Telecontrol system, minimizes its maintenance costs.

Relocation: Microbox® and Microskid® modularity and plug & play feature enable their easy relocation compared to traditional installations.

Both Microbox® and Microskid® are equipped with Galileo compressors world famous for their outstanding performance, reliability and low operating costs.

Photogallery

Microbox® contains all components required to regulate, measure, compress and deliver CNG in the safest and most effective manner. Capacity utilization, efficiency, reliability and ease of operation are unmatched in the industry.

Microbox® includes:

• Gas Inlet Measuring System;
• Suction Blow down;
• Galileo Compressor;
• Explosion-proof compressor cabinet;
• Electric Control Panel;
• Built in Storage at 250 bar;
• Active safety systems;
• Priority Panel;
• Compressor driven electric motor (direct coupling);
• Touch-screen control panel and modem data transmission;
• Explosive atmosphere detection systems;
• Fire extinction systems;
• Inter-stage air cooling system;
• Inter-stage pulse damping system;
• Inter-stage hydrate bleed system;
• Gas detection and shut-off.

Where electricity is expensive or unavailable, Microbox® with a gas motor is the proper solution.

6 Fundamental advantages

1. Less space required

Due to its design, small size, and as it does not require a surrounding bunker installation, Microbox® significantly reduces the space required.

2. Plug & Play

As it includes all the elements required for a correct, full, quick, and safe CNG installation, MICROBOX® is easy to set up. The absence of additional civil and electromechanical works significantly reduces installation expenses.

Microbox® doesn’t need:

• Bunker construction;
• Explosion-proof electric installation;
• Emergency device switch layout;
• External storage;
• External blow down;
• Anti-vibration base;
• Electromechanical work.

3. Performance

Galileo’s compressors incomparable performance, reliability and low operating costs, allow flows ranging from 300 Sm3/h to over 3,000 Sm3/h, always using a single unit.

4. Supply pressure

The wide range of available compressors allows working with inlet pressures ranging from 0.5 bar to 60 bar, thus ensuring the station required flow.

5. Enersave® electric consumption

The cost of electric energy is one of the most important variables of a CNG station. The station profit depends on the hired power and the consumed energy.
Enersave® adds up to the compressors’ operating efficiency. It is a smart system developed by Galileo through which the compressor adjusts its operating consumption based on the demand curve during the day. This results in up to 50% electric consumption savings.
Enersave®: intelligence applied to business optimization.

6. Satisfied customers

All the competitive advantages of Galileo equipment ensure customer satisfaction, thus resulting in the station profitability.

Photogallery

The world’s largest CNG station was opened in Singapore. This week Union Energy launched the refilling facility which is located in the Old Toh Tuck road near the city of Jurong East. All the technology and engineering developed in the venture was provided by the Argentine company GNC Galileo.

The station, which occupies 7,000 square meters, began operations with 25 refilling hoses. The remainder, totaling 46, are operational from September 9 when the station was officially opened.

As per its size, the venture was recognized by the Guinness World Record as the “world’s largest CNG station”, so the company is entitled to use the Guinness logo.

The station will cater to both cars and buses. It will operate a Virtual Pipeline system, which will transport CNG to areas that are not connected to a gas network.

About Galileo

Galileo provides equipment for vehicle conversion, compression, regulation and transport of natural gas. In its plant located in Buenos Aires produces four product lines.

Galileo has an international network of partners, distributors and representatives in the five
Continents.

Today, after two decades of experience and technological innovation, offers the widest range of
products, reliable and of high performance. It is a technological leader and the only company to
offer the entire range of CNG equipment.

The car with the name “Pazhan” is designed for the heaviest road conditions. In it a minimum of comfort and a maximum of metal, including enormous black bolts on the case.

As the manager of Iranian company Hashi has declared “Azerbaijan – news”. Ko. MMC Ali Entezari, they count on achievement at an exhibition of arrangements with the Azerbaijan software producers to assembly of these cars in Baku.

As he said, the representative of the Ministry of transport of Azerbaijan talked to him and his general opinion was positive.

Let’s note, that in Iran these off-road cars make on the Teheran car factory. Cost “Pazhan” in Iran makes hardly less 20 thousand dollars. Approximately under the same price this off-road car will be on sale in Azerbaijan if it begin to make in Baku. Engines of these cars work on gas, petrol and diesel fuel, all three updatings with a full drive on all wheels.

Source: Day.Az