Can all fire pumps in oil depots be diesel-powered?
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Can all fire pumps in oil depots be diesel-powered?
No. Diesel engines have a lower resistance to exposure than electric motors; they can only be used in emergency situations.
According to clause 11.1.2 of GBJ74 \"Code for Design of Oil Storage Facilities\", the power supply for oil storage facilities should come from an external power source; however, when it is difficult or uneconomical to use an external power source, an internal power source can be employed； It can be seen that, in principle, an external power supply should be used; in cases where this is not possible, a backup power source can be employed. However, it is likely that fire safety inspections will not be passed in such cases. Typical company designs involve the use of an external power supply, along with a backup power source, to ensure that the system can still function in emergency situations when there is a power outage.
Dual-circuit power supply – should the diesel engine pumps be used in a tandem configuration with one as a backup?
Thank you, although this standard is no longer in use
Some oil depots have only diesel engines and no electric pumps