inspection guidelines for cng & lpg vehicle conversions
DESCRIPTION
This Clean Cities webinar is an overview of the processes of converting a vehicle to CNG & LPG and the need to use a qualified installer. We had speakers from the Gas Technology Institute in Illinois who will gave an overview of the guidelines to inspect CNG and LPG vehicle conversions. Also, American Power Group, ROUSH CleanTech, and Barnes, Inc. covererd the conversion kits and processes of installing them.TRANSCRIPT
CNG and LPG Vehicle Purchasing Inspection Guidelines
> January 2014
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Statement of Purpose
Agenda
• Consumer expectations for CNG and LPG vehicle purchases
• Inspection requirements for CNG and LPG vehicles
• Finding a qualified individual to conduct safety inspections
• Training for inspectors
• Inspection checklist
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Converted CNG Vehicle Purchase
Guidance: Do some research.
1. US EPA and CARB certified conversion kits and engine platforms are allowable under current federal regulation.• NGVA List:
http://www.ngvc.org/pdfs/availablevehiclesandconversions_130920_final.pdf
• EPA Website: Certified Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Systems http://www.epa.gov/otaq/consumer/fuels/altfuels/documents/certified-conversions.xls
2. Converters need to be approved by kit manufacturer. It is preferred to confirm converter has ASE/CSA qualified technicians installing conversion kits.
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Converted CNG Vehicle Purchase (Continued)
Guidance: Do some research.
3. Expand knowledge base. Use the following documents to educate yourself in the basics.• “Have Your Vehicle Converted to Compressed Natural
Gas- Safety”, Clean Vehicle Education Foundation (http://www.cleanvehicle.org/committee/technical/PDFs/Convert_Your_Vehicle_Safely_Final.pdf).
• “Fact Sheet: Converting Light Duty Vehicles to Natural Gas”, NGVAmerica (http://www.ngvc.org/pdfs/FAQs_Converting_to_NGVs.pdf.)
4. Determine fueling logistics. Want to identify and secure at lease two fueling options.
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CNG Vehicle Inspection
Guidance: Know the facts.
1. ANSI NGV 2 (fuel tank spec) requires an inspection of the fuel tank every 3 years.
2. TP-304-03 FMVSS (CNG Fuel Container Integrity), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration requires additional “or 36,000 miles” for tank inspection.
3. NFPA 52 requires that a tank is inspected ─ After an accident or fire─ Before it is reinstalled in a vehicle
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CNG Vehicle Inspection (Continued)
Guidance: Know the facts.
4. The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) defines a qualified inspector as:• 2 years experience conducting inspections• Supervision by person with 2 years experience conducting
inspections• Approved by fuel cylinder manufacturer• Certification from original equipment manufacturer
through training center• Certification from nationally recognized organization
e.g. CSA • Certification as inspector by Authority Having Jurisdiction
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CNG Vehicle Inspection (Continued)
Finding an certified inspector:• CSA provides certification for CNG fuel system inspection
which includes all major components and tanks.• CSA offers a list of qualified and certified fuel system
inspectors on their website.
http://www.csagroup.org/us/en/services/education-and-training/personnel-certification/people-search
CNG Fuel System Inspection Training• CVEF List
(http://www.cleanvehicle.org/technology/cylinder.shtml)
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Municipal/Licensing Entity CNG Vehicle Inspection
• GTI has prepared a template checklist for inspection of CNG vehicles
• Checklist is available and will be accessible on CACC, WICC, and SSCC websites
• Checklist is NOT a substitute for certified vehicle inspections
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LPG Vehicle Purchase
Guidance: Do some research.
1. US EPA and CARB certified conversion kits and engine platforms are allowable under current federal regulation. • EPA Website: Certified Clean Alternative Fuel
Conversion Systems http://www.epa.gov/otaq/consumer/fuels/altfuels/documents/certified-conversions.xls
• PERC List: http://www.autogasusa.org/uploadedFiles/Fuel/Fueling_With_Propane/OTR_Manufacturer_Listing_Public_View_Updated_Jan_2014.pdf
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LPG Vehicle Purchase (Continued)
Guidance: Do some research.
2. Confirm converter has trained technicians installing conversion kits. (NFPA 58)• Propane autogas technician course and training (PERC
partnership with National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium)
• OEM approved/trained installations
3. Expand knowledge base. Use the following website to educate yourself in the basics. Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) website is useful.• www.autogasusa.org
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LPG Vehicle Purchase (Continued)
Guidance: Do some research.
4. Determine fueling logistics. You may want to secure at lease two fueling options.
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LPG Vehicle Inspection
Guidance: Know the facts.
1. Propane containers are certified by ASME or DOT • DOT cylinders are mainly used for industrial and off
road applications such as forklifts, mowers, etc.
2. NFPA 58 states fuel containers have to be requalified per Compressed Gas Association inspection criteria. Good practice to include vehicles involved in fire and/or auto accidents.
3. Follow OEM specifications for inspections/training.
4. NFPA 58 requires vehicle fuel system to be leak free prior to garage storage or service.
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Municipal/Licensing Entity LPG Vehicle Inspection
• GTI is preparing a template checklist for inspection of LPG vehicles
• Checklist will be accessible on CACC, WICC, and SSCC websites
• Checklist is NOT a substitute for experienced vehicle inspections
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WI State Vehicle Inspection
1. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WDOT) State Patrol conducts safety inspections on the following vehicle types, ambulances, motor buses, school buses, human service vehicles, farm vehicles, salvage titled vehicles, and homemade/reconstructed vehicles.
2. WDOT participates in Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP), which federally mandates a safety audit which includes vehicle inspection for vehicles transporting goods and passengers in interstate commerce.
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Acknowledgement of Support
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Questions?
Thank you for your time.
Phillip MaileyBusiness ManagerNorth Central [email protected]
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Engine Size 6.8L V10 (2V)
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Fuel Tank Capacity Aft-Axle: 41 gallons (usable)
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Ship-Thru Build Process•Complete standard upfit.•Complete propane autogas upfit.
•Vehicle re-enters Ford shipping.
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Model Years
2009 - 2014
Engine Size
5.4L V8 (2V)
Applications
Extended or Regular
Cargo Van, Club Wagon.
All rear-axle configurations.
4-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Tank Capacity
Mid-Ship: 25 gallons (usable)
In-Cab: 46 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications
EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR: < 10,000 lbs.
Requires “91G” gaseous fuels prep. package.
Order Availability
Ford Ship Through.
Conversion Kits.
Product Overview
Ford E-250 / E-350
Model Years 2009 - 2014
Engine Size 6.8L V10 (2V)
Applications 158” / 176” / 186” / 190” / 208” wheelbase.
Stretched chassis.
5-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Tank Capacity Aft-axle: 41 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR: < 14,500 lbs.
Requires “91G” gaseous fuels prep. package.
Order Availability Ford Ship Through.
Conversion Kits.
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Ford E-450 Cutaway
Model Years
2012 - 2014
Engine Size
6.2L V8 (3V)
Applications
4x2 or 4x4.
All bed configurations.
All body configurations (including chassis cab).
Fuel Tank Capacity
Under-bed*: 21 gallons (usable)
In-Bed: 38 gallons (usable)
In-Bed Extended Range: 46 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications
EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR: < 13,300 lbs.
Requires “98F” gaseous fuels prep. package.
Order Availability
Ford Ship Through.
Conversion Kits.
Product Overview
Ford F-250 / F-350
Model Years
2012- 2014
Engine Size
6.8L V10 (3V)
Applications
All cab configurations.
All wheelbase configurations.
5-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Tank Capacity
Aft-Cab*: 52 gallons (usable)
Shuttle: 65 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications
EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR: < 16,500 – 19,500 lbs.
Requires “98G” gaseous fuels prep. package.
Order Availability
Shuttle: Q1, 2013 (distributed through GAS only).
Product Overview
Ford F-450 / F-550
Model Years
2012- 2014
Engine Size
6.8L V10 (3V)
Applications
All cab configurations.
All wheelbase configurations.
6-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Tank Capacity
Skirted: 45 gallons (usable)
Non-Skirted: 83 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications
EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR: < 30,000 lbs.
Requires “98G” gaseous fuels prep. package.
Order Availability
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Ford F-650
Model Years 2013 - 2014
Engine Size 6.8L V10 (3V)
Applications All wheelbase configurations.
All rear-axle configurations.
5-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel Tank Capacity Aft-axle: 65 gallons (usable)
Technical Specifications EPA and CARB approved.
GVWR F-53: < 26,000 lbs.
GVWR F-59: < 22,000 lbs.
Requires “98G” gaseous fuels prep. package.
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Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
67.5 or 93 gallon capacity tank.
Carbon steel.
Twice the required thickness for ASME Certification
312 PSI working pressure.
Fuel System
Fuel System
16 Mounting PointsLocated Inside Frame
Rails
E-250/350/450 E-450 CutawayF-250/350/450/550/650
F-53 / F-59 Strip Chassis E-450 Strip Chassis
Installation Partners
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Installation maintains factory Ford warranty
ROUSH CleanTech LPG System Overview
The ROUSH CleanTech LPG system is a dedicated liquid propane injected system and completely replaces the OEM fuel system.
The conversion process involves removing the OEM fuel tank assembly, the evaporative emissions assembly, the fuel line assembly and the fuel rail assembly.
The vehicle then has the ROUSH CleanTech LPG system installed on it. An overview of the system hardware is shown.
Fuel Rail Assembly– Fuel Rails– Fuel Injectors– Injection Press. / Temp.
Sensor
Fuel Line Assembly– Fuel Lines– Flow Control Solenoid
Fuel Tank Assembly– Fuel Tank– Fuel Pump– Fuel Level Sensor
System Installation Overview
Powertrain Control System– PCM Calibration– Wiring Harness
Ford E-450
Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
Ford E-150 / E-250 / E-350
Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
Ford E-150 / E-250 / E-350
Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
ROUSH CleanTech LPG System Overview
Underfloor Tank
Ford F-250 / F-350
Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
Ford F-250 / F-350
Fuel RailROUSH CleanTech’s signatureblue anodized aluminum fuelrail is designed to operate under varying temperaturesof liquid propane
Fuel FillIndustry-standard valve designed toallow for safe passage of liquid pro-pane into the vehicle. Includes a check valve to prevent fuel leaks.
Fuel TankThe liquid propane autogas fuel tankmeets all ASME certification standards,is 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline tanks, and is built and assembled in the USA.
Fuel LinesMade of high-durability stainlesssteel to handle varying temperaturesand pressures. They are designed to route through the factory line locations.
Fuel InjectorsSpecial fuel injectors are usedto inject liquid propane into thecylinders for ignition.
FRPCMThe Fuel Rail Pressure ControlModule ensures consistent vehicleperformance and power on-demand.
F-450 / F-550 Aft-Cab
Aft-Cab Tank: 52 usable
gallon capacity
F-650 Saddle Tanks
Skirted Body Tanks: 45 total usable gallon capacity
Non-Skirted Body Tanks: 83 total usable gallon capacity
The tank mounting plates are structurally mounted to the floor or frame using a total of (10) M12 bolts, with backing plates in all locations that do not already have a Ford structural anchor.
The tank is then isolation-mounted to these plates, providing structural and noise isolation between the tank and the floor so that any body flex does not result in stresses on the tank.
This system is designed to ROUSH CleanTech’s internal mounting standards (tank will not become dislodged in 20g front crash, 8g side / rear) which is double the NFPA standard.
This ensures that the tank itself does not become dislodged in an accident.
Propane Autogas Tank Safety Features
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V5000 Engine Kit Installed
3% by volume of NaturalGas in the turbo chamber.LEL(Lower Explosion Limit requires 5-15% by volume)
ECM wire harness
Low pressure regulator
Throttle body to control NG substitution %
Remote Display Unit
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CNG Tank Installation
90” CNG tank = 46 DGE
60” CNG tank = 30 DGE
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90” LNG tank = 78 DGE
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50” LNG tank = 37 DGE
LNG Tank Installation
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90” CNG tank = 46.5 DGE
90” LNG tank = 78 DGE
LNG / CNG Tank Capacity Comparison
90”
Tank Safety
WheelTime and APG only utilize tank manufacturers that comply to NFPA52 tank safety standards.
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CNG Customer Economics – Dual FuelClass 8 Tractor/TrailerEstimated Miles Driven/Year
120,000 miles
Diesel Only
Estimated MPG 5.5
Annual Diesel Consumption 21,800 gallons
Annual Cost @ $4.00/gallon $87,000/year
Dual Fuel @ 50%
Annual Diesel Consumption 10,900 gallons
Annual Cost @ $4.00/gallon $44,000/year
Equivalent CNG Consumption 10,900 gallons
Annual Cost @ $2.00/DGE $22,000/year
Total Annual Dual Fuel Costs
$66,000/year
Estimated Annual Savings
$21,000 (25%)
Return on Investment(ROI)
17 months ($32k system)*Depends on mileage range and tank
capacity
$80,000.00
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APG EPA Approvals and Target Fleets
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Approval Type
Targeted Fleet Attributes
Outside Useful Life (OUL)
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Glider Kits
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Barnes Green Energy was created to provide alternatives to conventional fuels which are not only
cost effective but provide a “Green Solution” to vehicle fleet owners and managers
• The US Dept of Energy now forecasts a growing supply of natural gas that extends into the next century. New technologies that have evolved allow natural gas production to ramp up to a level not foreseen a decade ago.
• To take advantage of this natural gas fuel abundance, and the resulting price advantage at the pump, Barnes Green Energy (BGE) was organized in April 2013 to develop infrastructure and provide fuel system conversions for compressed natural gas as a vehicle fuel.
• BGE not only provides EPA Certified Natural Gas (CNG) fuel system conversions but offers a CNG fueling facility at our Nesbitt Road location in Madison in partnership with U.S. Oil/Gain Clean Fuel, which will come on line in the Spring of 2014.
Fuel System Conversions
•BGE along with its business partner Barnes Power Equipment (BPE), have converted thirty vehicles to CNG fueling since starting in the fall of 2012.
Of these, twenty conversions are for the Barnes Inc. fleet. The remaining ten are for other fleet owners such as United Beverage, Great Lakes Conservation Corp., UW Provision, Center Point Energies, and others.
•BPE employs Certified Technicians for CNG conversions for GM, Chrysler (NatGasCar ) and Ford ( Altech Eco ) using conversion systems provided by the major CNG fueling system providers noted above.
Fuel System Conversions
Timeline for conversions
Typical conversions will take 2 – 3 days for completion once the pieces / parts have arrived at our shop in Madison.
Conversion Costs
Costs for conversions vary depending on vehicle make, year, engine size, original fuel type ( gasoline or diesel ), and number and size of tanks installed. The number and size of tanks are a major cost component in conversions, and are driven by desired range for the vehicle, among other considerations.
Fuel System Conversions
There are three types of aftermarket conversions currently available.
The most common conversion is “U.S. EPA Certified”, and covers the current model year as well as the previous two model year’s vehicles.
The second type of conversion is commonly called “Intermediate - Approval by U.S. EPA”, and the third type is “Outside Useful Life - Approval by U.S. EPA”
The link below will take you to a complete listing of vehicles and engines for which conversions are available:
http://www.ngvamerica.org/pdfs/Available_Vehicles_and_Engines.pdf
Fuel System Conversions
CNG Cylinders ( tanks )
Presently there are four types of tanks available, designated by a number.
Type 1 tanks are all metal, steel or aluminum; Type 2 are a metal liner hoop wrapped with a composite material, usually fiberglass or carbon fiber. Type 3 tanks also use a metal liner but the liner is completely covered by the composite material. Type 4 tanks are composed of a gas tight plastic inner cylinder fully enclosed by a composite covering.
Pricing for these tanks escalates rapidly as you move from Type 1 to Type 4 tanks.
CNG Tank Installation Example
Useful Links:
Barnes Green Energyhttp://barnesgreenenergy.com/Wisconsin Clean Citieshttp://www.wicleancities.org/Natural Gas Vehicle Institutehttp://www.ngvi.com/Alternative Fuels Data Center – Natural Gas Vehicleshttp://www.afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/natural_gas.htmlAlternative Fuels Data Center - Toolshttp://www.afdc.energy.gov/toolsAlternative Fuels Data Center - Calculatorhttp://www.afdc.energy.gov/calc/Alternative Fuels Station Locator – U.S. and Wisconsinhttp://www.afdc.energy.gov/locator/stations/
CONTACT INFORMATION
NAME: Jim Montgomery
Email: [email protected]
www.barnesgreenenergy.com
Phone: 608-395-8149 Cell, or 608-845-3230 Office