Loading Stations for LNG and Cryogenic Fluids

The station consists of two loading arms with a wide operating range, allowing maximum coverage of the loading area:

• One arm dedicated to the liquid phase
• One arm dedicated to the vapour phase

The use of high-quality insulation materials on the arms ensures maximum safety for operators during transfer operations, even under extremely low-temperature conditions. All components of the station are designed and manufactured in compliance with recognized standards and guidelines for cryogenic liquid transfer, including OCIMF and applicable UNI EN ISO standards.

Standard Configuration

• Bottom inlet flange ANSI 150.
• Base swivel joint (C879 – F-20 style): AISI 316 with double row ball bearings and PTFE seals.
• Boom pipe in AISI 316 – extends range of the loading arm.
• Double swivel joint (C879 – F-50 style): AISI 316 with double row ball bearings and PTFE seals.
• Balancing system with compressed spring piston.
• Main pipe in AISI 316.
• ERC Emergency Release Valve PN40 flanged: AISI 316 – prevents leakage during accidental truck departure.
• End double swivel joints (C879 – F-50 style): AISI 316 with handle and double row ball bearings.
• Globe valve: body and plug in AISI 316 with PTFE seals.
• 1″ Drain and purge globe valve: AISI 316 with PTFE seals.
• Secondary balancing system of the end part with gas piston.
• Fitting end-connection in brass.
• Stand-post.

Technical Features

Parameter	Unit	1-1/2″	2″	3″
Fluid type	Cryogenic Fluids
Nominal flow rate	m³/h	18	50	80
	l/min	300	840	1380
Design temperature	-165°C / +65°C (LNG)
Weight (Kg)		100	120	140
Design pressure	18 bar
Test pressure	21 bar
Working pressure	6 bar

 

Standard and Regulations

• Design guidelines:
  • OCIMF 3° Ed. 1999
  • OCIMF 4° Ed. 2019
  • UNI EN ISO 16904:2016
• Conformity Declaration of current Directive PED for Pressure Equipment.
• Customs Declaration of certification for Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, EAC certification.
• Standard ASTM-ANSI-EN.

Options on request

• Top entry globe valve
• Left version
• Lateral inlet flange
• Inlet flange PN16
• Tank connection:
  • Messer Union (compliance with directive EIGA)
• Stanag

Accessories

• Micro-switch globe valve
• Arm position Micro-switch (load or park)