Leaders in Tanker Loading and Safe Tanker Access

 

                                     

IFC Loading Platforms are used widely throughout the United Kingdom enabling operators to work safely on the top of tankers. Easy to install the LP1600 modular pedestal structure comprises a floor to tanker top stairway, central support column, and a platform working area with handrails.

LP1600 platforms are built to BS specifications and are fully galvanized (with the option of a paint finish). Walkways are provided with ‘moonscape’ treads that easily drain to prevent icy or greasy surfaces.  

The design has been developed over the past ten years such that we can provide a sturdy, weatherproof platform at an economic price.  Benefiting from volume manufacture of the essential sub-assemblies,  the structure design has been fully stressed to minimise weight and reduce costs, yet they support a maximum of two sets of folding stairs, and four loading arms. For new installations IFC provide bolt cages for setting into a concrete base. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FEATURES

• Fully galvanised weatherproof structure for single or two-sided operation

• Fully draining slip-free ‘moonscape’ grating on stairs & platform floor

• Handrails to platform and access stair

• Standard model has a 1.6metre square working platform positioned 3.4metres above the roadway.

• Mounting points for folding tanker access stairs on both sides

• Mounting plates for two loading arms provided (the design can cater for a maximum of four loading arms)

 

 

BENEFITS

• The ideal solution for fast track projects needing a quick delivery and minimum design input from customer

• Delivered in three easy-to-handle sub-assemblies enabling offloading & erection to be carried out safely within one day

• Fulfils current Health & Safety at Work requirements and promotes safe working practice on tanker tops  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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APPLICATIONS  

• Safe Filling of Road Tankers & ISO Containers

• Tanker Hygiene and Safety Inspection

• Load checking and Sampling

• Washing and De-contaminating Tankers

 

Technical Specification

• Dimensions : 1.6 metre square platform

• 3.4 metre high x 12” sq. (maximum height without intermediate platform)

• Construction Fabricated from mild steel sections to BS4360 Grade 43a. Designed to provide easy on-site assembly and erection and fitted with mounting points to accept two Loading arm mounting columns and up to four folding stairs

• Platform : Fully draining slip free ‘moonscape’ grating to floor with kick plate. Floor loading to accept UDL 5kN/m2. Kick plate 150mm high

• Stairway : 750mm wide with maximum 16 risers (Additional risers require intermediate landing).  Stair positioned at 42° to ground and fitted with non-skid ‘moonscape’ treads

• Handrails : Tubular rails to BS6323 ( parts 2 or 3) and BS1387 grade: medium, fitted to platform and stairway at height of 1090mm

• Finish : Hot dip galvanised to BS729. Special painting is also available

• Fixings : 4 x 25mm bolts on 400m m centres. To be set in concrete and cured prior to erection. IFC provides ‘bolt-cages’ to ensure tolerances are maintained

 

 

PROJECT HANDLING

IFC has experience in providing tanker loading solutions for the Chemical, Food and Petroleum industries and has a project team comprising of fluid handling specialists, instrument, electrical and design engineers competent to handle virtually all Loading Platform applications. Should your requirements extend beyond a standard LP1600 platform we are able adapt our designs to add roofs, increase the length, provide catwalks and link to existing structures. Fast track projects, using our modular design concept are handled economically and efficiently with minimal client investment in the design function. We benefit from our own fabrication shop dedicated to loading platform and associated production.

 

INSTALLATION

IFC installation and commissioning engineers have been fully trained and hold CCNG Safety Passports. Depending upon on-site requirements, our team are usually able to deliver, receive site induction, offload (with the client providing a 5 tonne crane for up to half a day) and erect a platform within a day. Full method statements are provided prior to installation and detailed erection instructions are issued to clients choosing to carry out erection themselves.

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