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petrodiesel/biodiesel transportation in cold climates

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curve3104

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I'm looking into transporting either biodiesel or petrodiesel by truck or rail in cold climates. Is anyone aware of how these vessels are heated to prevent gelling? I would assume electric traced, but not sure. They may possibly be insulated only, but I'm not sure. Links to a website or some catalog info on tanker trucks or railcars would be appreciated.

Thanks!
 
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Rail cars designed for fluids that need heating have steam or heat transfer liquid jacketing attached to or incorporated into the shell.

I googled -jacketed tank cars- and got 83,900 hits.

rmw
 
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I may be stating the obvious, but if the diesel is meant for use in the same climate, it will in any case be blended with lighter components such that it wouldn't freeze in the car reservoir at night.
 
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I did the same search, brought up the same hits...none have specs on tanker cars. Fuel oil will definately gel in northern climates, especially when we are talking near Canada. That's why they have heating coils and insulation. Just need to get a general idea of how these cars are heated, what kind of system is used, and relative heating loads.
 
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Yes, I have an idea of temperatures to be maintained...question is the method. Need some details on how the tanker cars are heated.
 
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