Diesel Fuel Systems and Storage for Generators
Standby generators fail on fuel far more often than on the engine, through contamination, degradation and tanks nobody checked. This course covers fuel systems that will actually deliver when called on.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Why standby sets fail on fuel rather than engine
- 02Diesel degradation, microbial growth and water ingress
- 03Storage tanks, day tanks, transfer and gauging
- 04Fuel testing, sampling and interpreting results
- 05Polishing, filtration, additives and treatment
- 06Bunding, spill containment and environmental duties
- 07Stock planning, turnover and extended outage supply
What you will gain
- Explain how diesel degrades and becomes contaminated
- Design storage, transfer and day tank arrangements
- Test fuel condition and act on the results
- Polish, filter and treat stored fuel
- Meet environmental and bunding obligations
- Plan fuel stock for extended outages
Who should attend
- Facilities and maintenance technicians
- Generator and standby power staff
- Building services engineers
- Site managers responsible for backup power
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 3 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 16 to 17 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 24 to 25 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 13 to 14 Apr 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 28 to 29 Jun 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Electrical & Renewable Energy
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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