Compressed natural gas--the world scene
New Zealand has set the pattern for tranport CNG use. The Wellington Gas Company developed a package that embodies hydraulic gas compression principles coupled to a minimum volume of gas storage. The facility is completely installed. Cost/benefit and return on investment studies are made. A new code of practice (NZS 5425) has been developed to revise Dangerous Goods Regulations with regard to the storage of CNG. The Standard Document NZS 5422 ensures consistent and safe practices by controlling the fitting and testing of CNG vehicles. The use of vehicle gas cylinders manufactured to Italian specifications was also allowed. Accurate engine tuning has also been advanced by specifications. The New Zealand government supported CNG through the CNG Publicity Programme, the Conversion Kit Grant Scheme, the New Car Grant Scheme, Gas Development Grant, and the Tax Write-off Grant--all of which are reviewed. The role of the gas utilities is also treated.
- Research Organization:
- Welgas Holdings Ltd., Wellington
- OSTI ID:
- 5497737
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-820217-
- Journal Information:
- Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Vol. 9; Conference: 9. energy technology conference, Washington, DC, USA, 16 Feb 1982
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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