Chart unveils new solution for LNG fueling systems

“Chart launched the LNG system solution of optimized fuel stations and on-board fuel systems that has proven to be simple and minimizes the risk of methane emissions. The new CPB further facilitates reliable, low cost implementation benefiting fuel station owners, vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators,” stated Tom Carey, Chart D&S Group President. “Chart’s key customers, both fuel station operators and truck manufacturers, believe this is the right solution to address immediate challenges.”

The CPB, together with existing Chart LNG vehicle fuel systems, will work safely and reliably and with minimized chance of venting during both vehicle operation and refueling. This feature enables simplified fuel station design and reliable SI engine operation independent of LNG fuel station capability.

Moreover, it will operate just as it does now when it receives saturated LNG (typically above 100 psi) from a fuel station. If it receives lower pressure (and saturation temperature) cold fuel from the fuel station, the CPB automatically raises the pressure (and temperature) of the vehicle fuel tank to reliably meet the engine’s pressure requirements. It also minimizes emissions and reduces the higher cost associated with alternative LNG fuel systems requiring cold fuel.  

Source: Chart Industries