Linde Engineering delivers LNG and LCNG refueling stations supplying both liquid and compressed natural gas for vehicles.
Designed and built by Cryostar, a member of the Linde Engineering Division, our LNG and LCNG refueling stations deliver natural gas for refueling vehicles, either in liquid or gaseous form, or combined. Liquid natural gas (LNG) is stored in a cryogenic tank and then pumped directly to a dispenser for liquid delivery. Alternatively, it can be pressurized and vaporized for delivery as compressed natural gas (CNG).
Storing natural gas as a liquid instead of a gas greatly increases supply flexibility. Natural gas decreases about 600 times in volume when liquefied, which makes transport and storage much more efficient and cost-effective.
LNG fueling station, Australia
LNG fueling station
A typical LNG and LCNG refueling station consist of:
LNG stations
A cryogenic storage tank for LNG; typical size 60-70m³
A cryogenic submerged centrifugal pump skid
Weights and measures certified dispensers for LNG, connected to a payment system
LNG cooling system using patented equipment to deliver cold LNG and eliminate the risk of gas being released to atmosphere
Optional: SATNOW system featuring patented equipment to convert cold liquefied natural gas to saturated LNG at a higher temperature
Gas and leak detection equipment
Complete PLC control system supporting remote access
LCNG stations
A cryogenic storage tank for LNG; typical size 60-70m³
Cryogenic reciprocating pump(s)
Vaporizers for delivery of gaseous natural gas
Odorizing unit – a safety feature that makes it possible to detect
Dispensers for CNG
Complete PLC control system supporting remote access
More than 90 of Cryostar’s LNG and LCNG refueling stations are in operation already and several other stations are under construction worldwide. Through our network of local partners, we are able to propose turnkey installations and local maintenance capabilities in most regions, thus ensuring our customer the guarantee of a predictable Total Cost of Ownership.
LNG and LCNG fueling station trucks Stockholm, Sweden
