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National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium
Gaseous Fuel Vehicle Repair and
Maintenance Facility Design
April 14, 2016
Presenter:
Bill Davis, Director
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Gaseous Fuel Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Facility Design
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Alternative Fuels
• Natural Gas – CNG and LNG
• Propane Autogas
• Hydrogen
• Ethanol
• Biodiesel
• Electric
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This Presentation IS NOT Designed To:
• Give code interpretation and engineering concepts
• Instruct on building code verses building architecture
• Show how to calculate or measure air flow or other engineering concepts as it relates to a maintenance or repair facility
• Teach engineering concepts in regards to CNG or Propane dispensing
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This Presentation IS Designed To:
• Give an overview of concerns when evaluating the type of facility needed
– Minor repair facility
– Major repair facility
• Outline specific codes and standards of concern
• List possible hazards associated with gaseous repair facilities
• List possible concerns associated with gaseous repair facilities
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Determine Type of Alt Fuel
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Major/Minor Repair Facility
• Determine your needs and which type of facility will meet them
• Standards, requirements and costs are much greater for a Major Repair Facility
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Definition of a Major Repair Facility
• A building or portion of a building where major repairs, such as engine overhauls, painting, body and fender work, and repair that requires draining of the motor vehicle fuel tank are performed.
• As defined by NFPA 30A 3.3.12.1
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Definition of a Minor Repair Facility
• A building or portion of a building used for lubrication, inspection, and minor automotive maintenance work, such as engine tune-ups replacement of parts, fluid changes, etc.
• As defined by NFPA 30A 3.3.12.2
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Codes Governing Facility Structure
• International Fire Code (IFC 2012)
• International Mechanical Code (IMC 2012)
• International Building Code (IBC 2012)
• NFPA 30A (2012) Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
• NFPA 52 (2010) Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code
• NFPA 88A (2007) Standards for Parking Structures
• Local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
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Basic Facility Hazards
• Primary concern is the unintended release of gaseous fuels in an enclosed space (major or minor repair facility) and possible sources of ignition
• Separation of sections of facility
• Mitigating situation
• Identification of hazards for first responders
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Facility Issues of Concern
• Ceiling Height
• Facility Climate Control
• Ventilation
• Electrical
• Facility Floor Plan Design
• Roof Construction
• Other
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Possible Facility Concerns
• Gas detectors
• Specific electrical requirements
• Active and passive ventilation
• Egress routes from facility
• Ignitions sources
– Welding
– Heating/cooling equipment
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Repair Task Concerns
• Defueling of vehicles
• Fueling of vehicles
• Procedures for indoor parking/fueling for AFVs
• Decommissioning of vehicle fuel tanks
• Operation of gaseous fuel vehicles in a confined space (facility)
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Compressed Natural Gas Facility
• Air Handling
• Heating
• Lights
• Type of roof
• Other concerns for ignition sources
• Purging of fuel systems
• Gas detection systems
• Identification for first responders
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Liquefied Natural Gas Facility
• Same as CNG Facility
• Containment of cryogenic fuel spill
• Transfer of fuel from vehicle tank
• Identification for first responders
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Propane Autogas Facility
• Containment of fuel in maintenance area
• Floor pits
• Low mounted electrical issues, power receptacles, welding, extension cords, etc.
• Gas detection systems
• Overhead ignition systems
• Identification for first responders
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Ethanol Facility
• Much the same as gasoline facility
• Fuel containment
• Fire suppression
• Identification for first responders
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Biodiesel Facility
• Much the same as diesel facility
• Identification for first responders
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Electric Vehicle Facility
• Electrical requirements for charging
• Lockout/tagout system
• Safety items
• Identification for first responders
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A Good Start!
• Determine your needs: Major repair facility, minor repair facility, or both
• Type(s) of fuels to be addressed
• Have a good working knowledge of applicable codes and standards Evaluate the possible need for outside assistance
• Get your AHJs involved from the very beginning!
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A Good Start!
• If your AHJ’s have experience with gaseous fuel facilities, utilize their expertise
• If your AHJ’s do not have gaseous fuel facilities experience, supply them with the codes and standards that apply
• TRAIN YOUR STAFF!
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Using an Expert
• Number of companies that have expertise in designing and converting facilities for alternative fuels
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Further Information
You can get additional information on these topics by:
• Contacting the NAFTC. Information on the last slide of this presentation.
• Talking with your Clean Cities Coordinator
• NGVAmerica (http://www.ngvamerica.org/)
• PERC (http://www.propanecouncil.org/)
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Contact Information
Bill Davis, Director
National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium Ridgeview Business Park
1100 Frederick Lane Morgantown, WV 26508
Phone: 304-293-7882 www.naftc.wvu.edu