MICROBIAL PROBLEMS IN FUELS - DIAGNOSIS AND CONTROL
Code No 322
Time: 22 Mins
The development of new diesel, gas oil and fuel oil products involves the use of new
additives and materials. Fuel handling and distribution is also changing to suit the
changing patterns of use. These two factors combine to create environments in
which microbes may grow and live inside storage tanks and fuel systems.
Contamination resulting in increased costs, lost value, engine and system fouling
can occur.
This program shows how such contamination occurs and describes the ways in
which installations may be protected from such problems. A series of tests are
described which can be carried out on sample drain water or fuel to detect the
presence of fungi, yeasts and bacteria. Special emphasis is made in the case of
sulphate reducing bacteria, (SRB) as their presence in tanks or fuel systems
represents a serious contamination and must be dealt with immediately.
Finally, the program describes the ways in which contamination may be dealt with
by the use of biocides.
Code No 322
Time: 22 Mins