For local governments, managing a diverse fleet of vehicles and plant equipment is a complex logistical exercise where efficiency and compliance are paramount. The City of Moreton Bay faced a significant operational challenge: the need for a modern, safe, and accountable system for storing and dispensing AdBlue and diesel to its critical assets.
Responding to this need, CEA Petroleum designed and delivered a comprehensive, turnkey fluid management solution. This project is a testament to CEA Petroleum's capability in engineering integrated systems that enhance safety, control costs, and streamline depot operations for large-scale fleets.
The Challenge
The City of Moreton Bay required a bulk AdBlue storage system that could overcome the inherent risks associated with the fluid. AdBlue's corrosive nature and sensitivity to temperature demand specialised storage to prevent equipment damage and environmental hazards. Their existing infrastructure lacked the integration and data management needed for a modern fleet, leading to several key challenges:
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Compliance Risk: Ensuring storage and dispensing met strict Australian Standards (AS1940 & AS1692) to prevent environmental contamination.
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Asset Protection: Mitigating the risk of AdBlue degradation from improper storage, which can lead to costly damage to the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems in their vehicles.
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Operational Inefficiency: Separate refuelling points for diesel and AdBlue created unnecessary vehicle movements and increased refuelling times.
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Lack of Accountability: An inability to accurately track fluid consumption made inventory management, cost allocation, and loss prevention difficult.
The Solution
After a thorough site assessment, CEA Petroleum engineered a multi-faceted solution designed for long-term reliability and seamless integration into the depot’s workflow. The system was delivered as a complete, "plug-and-play" installation, encompassing design, supply, commissioning, and training. The core components of the solution included:
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5,500L Self-Bunded AdBlue Tank: The cornerstone of the project is a robust tank featuring a carbon steel outer wall and a 304 stainless steel inner tank. This construction provides maximum structural integrity while preventing corrosion, ensuring the purity of the AdBlue. The self-bunded design offers 110% spill containment, guaranteeing environmental compliance.
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iFuel Cloud-Based Fuel Management System: To address the need for accountability, the advanced iFuel system was integrated into both the new AdBlue tank and an existing diesel tank. This powerful system provides real-time monitoring, secure access via PIN or fob, and detailed reporting on all fluid dispensing, accessible from any web browser.
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Strategic Tandem Layout: The AdBlue and diesel tanks were positioned in a tandem layout, creating a single, efficient refuelling station where operators can dispense both fluids without repositioning their vehicles.
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Full System Redundancy: The dispensing system was engineered with manual overrides, ensuring that fleet refuelling can continue uninterrupted during power outages or other system disruptions.
The Outcome
The installation of the CEA Petroleum fluid management system has delivered significant, measurable benefits for the City of Moreton Bay. The result is a highly efficient, fully accountable fluid management ecosystem that directly addresses the initial challenges. Key outcomes include:
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Guaranteed Compliance and Safety: The system is fully compliant with all relevant Australian Standards, eliminating environmental risk and ensuring a safe operating environment.
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Increased Operational Uptime: The streamlined, one-stop refuelling process has reduced vehicle downtime and increased the productivity of depot staff.
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Precise Cost Control and Asset Management: The iFuel system provides complete transparency over fluid inventory, enabling accurate reconciliation and turning a major operational expense into a tightly managed asset.
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Enhanced Fleet Protection: By maintaining the integrity and purity of the AdBlue, the solution protects the council's high-value vehicles and equipment from preventable, costly repairs.
This project showcases CEA Petroleum’s commitment to delivering customised, high-performance solutions that solve complex operational problems. Does your operation require a smarter, safer approach to fluid management? Contact the CEA Petroleum team to discuss a customised solution for your site.