SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011
(Amendment)LPG equipment and accessories - Equipment for Liquefied Petroleum Gas automotive filling stations - Part 2: Components other than dispensers, and installation requirements
LPG equipment and accessories - Equipment for Liquefied Petroleum Gas automotive filling stations - Part 2: Components other than dispensers, and installation requirements
This European Standard covers the installation requirements, on fixed LPG filling stations and on multi-fuel filling stations, for the automotive LPG equipment and components, which are required to safely dispense automotive LPG.
This European Standard does not cover on-site and off-site safety distances.
NOTE Users of this European Standard should be aware that National regulations may be in place covering all or some of the requirements of this European Standard. National regulations over-ride any requirement in this European Standard in the states where they apply.
Flüssiggas-Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas-Geräte für Autogas-Tankstellen - Teil 2: Bauteile, außer Zapfsäulen, und Anforderungen an die Aufstellung
Equipements pour GPL et leurs accessoires - Equipements devant être utilisés dans les stations-service GPL - Partie 2: Composants autres que les distributeurs, et exigences d'installation
Oprema in pribor za utekočinjeni naftni plin (UNP) - Oprema za UNP za bencinske servise - 2. del: Sestavni deli, razen točilnih naprav, z zahtevami za vgradnjo
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 19-Nov-2011
- Technical Committee
- TLP - Pressure vessels
- Current Stage
- 98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 27-Mar-2012
- Due Date
- 01-Apr-2012
- Completion Date
- 27-Mar-2012
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2011
Overview
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 is a key European Standard published by CEN that sets installation requirements for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) equipment and components at automotive filling stations. This standard specifically covers components other than dispensers and creates a framework for safe installation practices on both fixed LPG filling stations and multi-fuel filling stations dispensing automotive LPG. The primary objective of SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 is to support the safety and operational integrity of LPG fueling infrastructure across Europe by providing unified approaches to component selection and installation.
This standard is intended to be used by station designers, equipment manufacturers, installers, and operators to ensure compliance with European best practices and legal requirements. Users must also consider and adhere to applicable national regulations, which may override certain elements of this standard.
Key Topics
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 addresses several critical areas relevant to LPG automotive filling stations, including:
- Scope and Applicability: Covers components and equipment excluding dispensers. Applies to both conventional and unattended (self-service) LPG filling stations.
- Definitions and Terminology: Updates and clarifies terms for pressure vessels, valves, level indicators, and differentiates between mounded, underground, and overground vessels.
- Component Requirements: Provides detailed provisions for pressure vessels and their associated valves and safety devices, such as automatic valves, excess flow valves, relief valves, and remote shutoff systems.
- Installation Guidelines: Outlines essential requirements for integrating LPG components into new and existing filling station infrastructures, emphasizing proper selection, secure installation, and functional integrity.
- Unattended Filling Station Provisions: Sets requirements for self-service stations, including remote monitoring arrangements, intercom systems, and customer safety instructions.
- Emergency Systems: Details the need for emergency shut-down (ESD) systems and reliable remote assistance for unattended stations.
- Labelling and Instructions: Mandates the use of clear, durable instructions for refueling at unattended filling points.
Note: The standard does not cover on-site and off-site safety distances, which are typically regulated at the national level.
Applications
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 provides practical value for a range of stakeholders involved in the automotive LPG sector:
- Station Design & Construction: Assists engineers and planners in specifying and installing compliant LPG equipment, ensuring compatibility with European safety expectations.
- LPG Equipment Manufacturers: Guides manufacturers in designing components (other than dispensers) that meet harmonized market requirements, supporting wider acceptability and enhanced safety.
- Filling Station Operators: Assists operators in understanding necessary system features for safe day-to-day and emergency operations, especially at unattended (self-service) sites.
- Compliance & Inspection Authorities: Facilitates regulatory checks and validation of LPG fueling infrastructure in accordance with up-to-date and harmonized standards.
- Safety & Training Programs: Informs the development of customer and employee training focused on safe refueling practices, emergency procedures, and proper use of equipment.
Related Standards
For comprehensive compliance and operational excellence, SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 should be used in conjunction with other relevant LPG and pressure equipment standards, such as:
- EN 12542: LPG equipment and accessories - Static welded steel cylindrical tanks for the storage of LPG.
- EN 13445: Unfired pressure vessels (all parts).
- EN 14678-1: LPG equipment and accessories – Requirements for dispensers.
- EN 589: Automotive fuels – LPG – Requirements and test methods.
Consideration of national regulations is crucial, as local legal requirements may supersede provisions outlined in this European Standard.
By providing standardized installation requirements for LPG components and pressure vessels, SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 supports increased safety, reliability, and interoperability within the rapidly growing automotive LPG fueling sector.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "LPG equipment and accessories - Equipment for Liquefied Petroleum Gas automotive filling stations - Part 2: Components other than dispensers, and installation requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard covers the installation requirements, on fixed LPG filling stations and on multi-fuel filling stations, for the automotive LPG equipment and components, which are required to safely dispense automotive LPG. This European Standard does not cover on-site and off-site safety distances. NOTE Users of this European Standard should be aware that National regulations may be in place covering all or some of the requirements of this European Standard. National regulations over-ride any requirement in this European Standard in the states where they apply.
This European Standard covers the installation requirements, on fixed LPG filling stations and on multi-fuel filling stations, for the automotive LPG equipment and components, which are required to safely dispense automotive LPG. This European Standard does not cover on-site and off-site safety distances. NOTE Users of this European Standard should be aware that National regulations may be in place covering all or some of the requirements of this European Standard. National regulations over-ride any requirement in this European Standard in the states where they apply.
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 75.200 - Petroleum products and natural gas handling equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 14678-2:2009+A1:2012, SIST EN 14678-2:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 14678-2:2009/kFprA1:2011 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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LPG equipment and accessories - Equipment for Liquefied Petroleum Gas automotive
filling stations - Part 2: Components other than dispensers, and installation requirements
Flüssiggas-Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas-Geräte für Autogas-Tankstellen -
Teil 2: Bauteile, außer Zapfsäulen, und Anforderungen an die Aufstellung
Equipements pour GPL et leurs accessoires - Equipements devant être utilisés dans les
stations-service GPL - Partie 2: Composants autres que les distributeurs, et exigences
d'installation
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 14678-2:2007/FprA1
ICS:
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 14678-2:2007
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
August 2011
ICS 75.200
English Version
LPG equipment and accessories - Equipment for Liquefied
Petroleum Gas automotive filling stations - Part 2: Components
other than dispensers, and installation requirements
Equipements pour GPL et leurs accessoires - Equipements Flüssiggas-Geräte und Ausrüstungsteile - Flüssiggas-
devant être utilisés dans les stations-service GPL - Partie Geräte für Autogas-Tankstellen - Teil 2: Bauteile, außer
2: Composants autres que les distributeurs, et exigences Zapfsäulen, und Anforderungen an die Aufstellung
d'installation
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 286.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 14678-2:2007. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has
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Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Modifications to Clause 2 .4
2 Modifications to Clause 3 .4
2.1 Modification to 3.1 .4
2.2 Modification to 3.2 .4
2.3 Modification to 3.3 .4
2.4 Modification to 3.4 .4
2.5 Modification to 3.5 .4
2.6 Modification to 3.7 .4
2.7 Modification to 3.8 .5
2.8 Modification to 3.9 .5
2.9 Modification to 3.10 .5
2.10 Modification to 3.11 .5
2.11 Modification to 3.14 .5
2.12 Addition of 3.19 .5
2.13 Addition of 3.20 .5
3 Modifications to Clause 4 .6
3.1 Modification to 4.2 .6
3.2 Modification to the heading of 4.6.6
3.3 Modifications to 4.6.1 .6
3.4 Modifications to 4.6.2 .6
3.5 Modification to 4.6.3 .6
3.6 Modifications to 4.6.4 .6
3.7 Modification to 4.7.1 .6
3.8 Modifications to 4.7.2 .6
3.9 Modification to 4.9.2.2 .6
3.10 Modification to 4.10.2 .6
3.11 Modification to 4.11.1 .6
3.12 Modifications to 4.11.2 .7
3.13 Addition of new sub-clause 4.12 .7
4 Modifications to Clause 5 .7
5 Modifications to Clau
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