The Importance Of Green Alternative Systems’ Cng Inspections For Fleet Vehicles

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After a vehicle fleet has received their CNG conversions and the new, cleaner burning system has been used for a couple of years or over the course of many miles, the bus is required to submit to a CNG system inspection so that it will continue to function at its optimal capacity. CNG system inspections protect the customer’s investment and guarantee the operation of the vehicle to keep the customers, employees and environment safe. To learn more about CNG inspection services it’s important to understand why they are so necessary, and to determine the appropriate service to handle the inspection, to ensure a quality job that will result in a lasting product.

Why do I need a CNG Inspection?

The system will need to be inspected periodically to make sure that every component is working to its optimal capacity. Even if nothing is wrong with the vehicle, like any engine, inspections have the potential to save costs in the long run. However, if the vehicle has been in an accident, or has been exposed to fire it should be taken in to be checked immediately, before any further operation can occur.

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... station may not be the most suitable place to have the vehicle inspected and tested, as a detailed CNG cylinder visual inspection may not be included. This is an important component in an inspection and it is a standard for natural gas vehicle industry engineers. Ultimately, CNG specialists are the best qualified for an inspection. An inspector will note cuts, cracks, gouges, abrasions, discoloration, broken fibres, loose brackets, damaged gaskets, heat damage and other problems. The inspector will also offer recommendations and direct customers to the proper source or products to ensure the safety of the fuelling system.

How do I find a CNG Inspector?

The first place to contact is the location that performed the CNG conversion. Many of these businesses have skilled and trained technicians’ onsite. Also, there are many fleets that employ inspectors at their facilities. Vehicles may also be serviced at CNG vehicle manufacturers, local gas and service stations.

Regardless of where you go for your inspection check to make sure that the technicians who will be working on the vehicle are certified by CSA. The CSA Group is the only nationally recognized organization for certifying CNG cylinder inspectors in the US and Canada. One of the easiest ways to find a CSA qualified technician is through the Internet.

Remember to have your vehicle inspected

It’s very important to note that even though CNG fuelling systems are cleaner burning and safer than their gasoline counterparts, they still require routine preventative maintenance to address any concerns that may be present. Bring the vehicles in every 36 months or less, every 36,000 miles or at the first sign of any system deterioration, especially if the vehicle was involved in an accident, under any circumstance and no matter how minor.

Find a CNG Inspector

Green Alternative Systems has CSA certified CNG technicians always on hand. They provide conversions and CNG inspections for numerous vehicle fleets. To discover the benefits of an alternative fuelling system visit, Greenalternativesystems.

Green Alternative Systems (GAS) is a leading provider of alternative fuel sources for fleet vehicles, including various types of CNG conversions. For more information about the company, technicians or products visit, www.greenalternativesystems.com.