Overview
A global chemical company with manufacturing and distribution facilities across the UK and Europe wanted to improve tanker loading efficiency while increasing operator safety when accessing and working on tanker tops.
They also required a multi-level fall prevention system capable of accommodating a range of tanker and ISO tank sizes used on site.
IFC’s Solution
IFC proposed its multi-level fall prevention system, the Multi Level Platform (MLP). This hydraulically powered platform is designed to be mounted onto the front of a fixed access gantry. The platform lowers directly onto the tanker, allowing operators to safely step onto the working area. Hinged lightweight grated panels provide access across the entire tanker roof.
The platform is surrounded by a three-rail safety cage to support fall prevention and protect operators when working at height. For this client, IFC also added two loading arm access points within the safety cage, allowing the existing loading arms to be moved easily and safely. The MLP is hydraulically powered and controlled via an easy-to-use soft lever control panel mounted onto the existing gantry.
Project Outcome
The MLP was designed, built, installed and commissioned by IFC Inflow in line with the client’s requirements and within the requested project timescales.
The safety platform has enabled the client to increase the number of tankers processed within this loading area, resulting in greater product volumes being loaded. The system provides a high level of operator protection and fall prevention, with all tanker-top operations carried out within the enclosed MLP, helping the client meet site health and safety requirements.