For retailers
True secondary containment
We are passionate about providing a leak-free and permeation-free solution for all filling stations. This is why we have invested heavily in the development of secondary containment, which means that pipes, bends, tees and fittings have double walls and an interstitial space to contain any leakage from the primary, fuel conveying pipe.
To prevent permeation, we deliver the outer pipe with the same permeation protection liner featured in the primary pipe. In case of a leak from the primary pipe into the space in between the pipes, no fuel can permeate through the secondary pipe wall to the environment. All double wall KPS bends, fittings and tees used in fuel product lines also have permeation protection. This best-in-class practice exceeds the requirements of the current EN 14125 standard and sets KPS apart from competing PE pipe systems that use unlined secondary containment which will permeate 120 times more.
Permeation allowed by EN vs. actual KPS performance
| EN 14125 (g/m2/day) | KPS Pipe (g/m2/day) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure/suction line | 0.2 | 0 |
| Ventilation/VR line | 2.0 | 0 |
| Fill line | 2.0 | 0 |
| Secondary pipe | 24.0 | <0.2 |
Safe in hazardous areas
KPS conductive pipes prevent the accumulation of static electricity in and around piping in hazardous areas. The risk of incendive discharges due to fuel flow is completely eliminated and the safety at your stations less vulnerable to static electricity hazards due to changing conditions, such as alterations in fuel blends and introduction of new biofuel components.
With conductive piping, less time can be spent on installing, checking and maintaining grounding of items in fill boxes, tank and dispenser sumps.
The conversion to conductive piping can be done gradually. On stations with existing non-conductive piping, individual pipe runs can be replaced with conductive piping during repair or upgrades.
Quality installations
To promote high quality installations, KPS offers a structured installer training and certification program with both practical and theoretical content. To ensure complete consistency and reliability, the certification criteria are the same for all installers, in all countries. Since its launch in 2008, the KPS installer training and certification progam has resulted in a drastic cut in complaints on installations from retailers and project managers alike.
Design service to ensure compliance
Today, fuel retailers may or may not have engineering departments that can develop technical specifications and provide input to building project managers. OPW can provide engineers and architects with best practice examples and product drawings. If you do not have inhouse resources we can supply complete station specific installation drawings. Our design team can also help you make sure that the equipment you select comply with relevant standards and regulations in your country.
Proven supplier
The KPS Petrol Pipe System™ is developed by KPS, the leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of plastic piping for petrol, diesel and ethanol filling stations, with a track record going back to 1981. KPS petrol piping has successfully been installed at countless filling stations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
KPS is now part of OPW, a global supplier of fuel retail equipment and a Dover company (NYSE: DOV). We are certified to ISO 9001 and 14001.
Approvals
The KPS Petrol Pipe System™ is approved to all major standards such as:
- EN 14125
- German DIBT approval
- ATEX 137
- EN 13463-1
- Cenelec TR-50404
In addition the KPS Petrol Pipe System™ is approved to various national and fuel specific standards. We do not market different pipes for different standards or markets. We supply the same pipe to all markets as the KPS Petrol Pipe System™ fulfills the requirements of all the above standards.