Celebrating 50 years in industry, Gerotto looks at how its pioneering robotic innovations have impacted storage terminals Looking back at 2024, Gerotto has tackled some highly challenging engineering projects. Its tank cleaning systems, integrated into containerised units, have been further refined to ensure an even more efficient workflow. Additionally, the company has developed an ATEX Zone 0-certified system with an external pump certified for Zone 1, an innovative solution that enables sediment removal without the need for a vacuum truck. This approach is particularly interesting because it combines a Zone 0 robot with a pump located in Zone 1, significantly […]

Ronald Verkroost, founder and CEO of Desu Systems, explains how the company’s advanced safety technologies are improving tank terminals For over two decades, Desu Systems has been a trusted master distributor of high-performance flame and gas detection solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance and asset protection across more than 60 countries. The company’s expertise spans industries such as tank storage farms, offshore substations, refineries, energy storage, and hydrogen fuelling, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in high-risk environments. Flame and gas detection: As a distributor and channel partner for Spectrex, Desu supplies top-tier optical flame and gas detection for hazardous industrial settings. Optical […]

QADworks explains how it uses data integration and advanced analytics to benefit terminals The tank storage industry is a vital part of global logistics, and operates within a dynamic and increasingly complex environment. Faced with evolving industry specific regulations, heightened safety concerns, and the constant pressure to optimise operations and improve profitability, forward-thinking storage operators are recognising the critical role of technology in navigating this challenging landscape. Traditionally, the industry relied heavily on manual processes and experienced personnel. Technology takes this a step further, by automating routine tasks, such as data entry, inventory tracking, and order processing. This not only […]

Find out how NevadaNano’s automated emission detection solution is providing real-time data and boosting operational efficiency As the oil, gas, chemicals, and renewables industries continue to focus on reducing their environmental impact, leak detection and emissions control have become essential aspects of operational efficiency. In the face of increasing regulatory requirements, terminal operators and facility managers must balance production goals with efficient and accurate emissions control. The need for real-time data is urgent, as delayed detection of methane and hydrogen leaks can result in costly fines, increased safety risks, and operational inefficiencies. NevadaNano’s automated continuous emissions monitoring system, designed for real-time […]

David Wendel, managing director at ETS Degassing, looks at how mobile emission reduction enhances sustainability and improves safety in operations Faced with decarbonisation, industrial plants across all sectors meet significant challenges and the need to balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility. Reducing emissions, modernising infrastructures, implementing new technologies and adapting to evolving compliance standards have become pressing concerns for many industries. The tank storage sector is no exception and faces challenges of enhancing sustainability and reducing the emission of pollutants as well. Mobile degassing and replacement services can support the operators of tank terminals and storage facilities in establishing more […]

UPEI and FETSA present a joint position paper on the upcoming proposal for an omnibus simplification proposal UPEI, the voice of Europe’s independent fuel suppliers, and FETSA, the Federation of European Tank Storage Associations, welcome the European Commission’s intention to publish an omnibus proposal with the intention to simplify and streamline the reporting requirements stemming from EU legislation. The past five years have proven that there is an urgent need for Europe to move to more sustainable industrial activities, while also ensuring our security and competitiveness in the global playing field. These three objectives – competitiveness, security and sustainability (including […]