Introduction
Steel fuel tanks are used to store fuels such as petrol, diesel, or gas. Fuel tanks used in machinery, systems, and vehicle technology are connected to the combustion chamber and are a fundamental component of the fuel supply. In addition to legal directives, steel fuel tanks must meet a variety of requirements.
In daily operation, steel fuel tanks are subject to constant mechanical stresses, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations. Complex geometries for maximum filling volume place additional demands on stability.
Custom Steel Fuel Tanks from NovaNox®
Supported by our extensive experience in tank technology, we develop and produce custom steel fuel tanks for manufacturers of machinery, systems, and vehicle technology. With our modern manufacturing capabilities, we realise fuel tanks in simple and complex geometries, precisely tailored for any installation situation.
NovaNox® steel fuel tanks are always individually adapted to the installation possibilities. This ensures that even particularly confined installation spaces are used effectively. At the same time, the fuel tank's filling volume is maximised. This enables a significantly longer fuel supply for machinery, systems, and vehicles, extending operating times and increasing productivity.
Ready-to-Install Solution
From the fuel cap to measurement displays or sensors, and the fuel filter – as a system supplier, we deliver steel fuel tanks ready for assembly as a complete system solution. We relieve you of component procurement with absolute cost transparency and take responsibility for scheduling, quality control, and final assembly.
By undertaking these processes, we maximise fitting accuracy. This ensures highly convenient final assembly and minimises assembly times. Simultaneously, direct procurement channels perfect the entire supply chain.
Lightweight Tanks
In contrast to standard fuel tanks, NovaNox® lightweight fuel tanks are made from high-quality thin steel sheet. This characteristic allows for significant weight savings, particularly in vehicle technology and aerospace. The reduced weight lowers fuel consumption and the resulting operating costs.
Despite their lightweight design, our thin-sheet steel fuel tanks are very stable. This quality feature is confirmed by our in-house welding process planning.
Manufacturing Processes
Manual Welding
As a specialist welding company, we employ qualified personnel and possess many years of experience in welding technology. In addition to automated welding processes, we also manufacture hand-welded steel fuel tanks. This manual welding method proves cost-effective for individual customisations, as well as small and medium-sized series, due to lower costs and fast turnaround times. We produce the hand-welded steel fuel tanks on modern welding tables. Dimensional accuracy is ensured by our in-house fixture construction. Furthermore, precision is consistently maintained even with high tolerances.
Automated Welding
For automated welding, we utilise state-of-the-art welding robots. The automated manufacturing process enables very fast and efficient production. These are ideal conditions when high demands for consistent quality need to be produced cost-effectively. Automated welding offers the highest precision among the various welding methods, allowing for the production of highly complex steel fuel tanks with demanding tolerance requirements.
Surface Treatments
Surface treatments enhance the aesthetic appeal of steel fuel tanks and promote their safety and durability. A consistently rust-free, safe, and robust surface supports a long service life for steel fuel tanks. With our in-house powder coating and painting facility, we can perform surface treatments in all RAL colours quickly and to a high quality. For optimal corrosion protection, we offer heat-resistant coatings, powder coatings, as well as pickling and passivation.
