FORKLIFT TRUCK CYLINDERS
HEXAGON RAGASCO INTRODUCED THEIR COMPOSITE
LPG CYLINDERS FOR FORKLIFT TRUCKS (FLT) IN 2006.
THE STANDARD SIZE IS 14 KG (31 LBS).
LIGHTWEIGHT
Hexagon Ragasco cylinders are lighter than
aluminum and steel cylinders. With an empty
weight1 of 6.3 kg (13.8 lbs), giving it a maximum
weight2 of 21 kg (46.3 lbs) when full, our cylinders
are the lightest FLT cylinders available. European
Manual Handling Operations Regulations state that it
is not allowed to lift cylinders heavier than 25 kg (55
lbs) further than elbow height. Our FLT cylinders
lightweight is well below this requirement.
All cylinders have identical tare weight. The low
weight combined with an ergonomic design makes
this cylinder very easy to lift, handle and stack,
further reducing the risk of workplace injury.
SAFE
With over 10 million units in use worldwide, our
cylinders hold the best safety record in the industry.
Hexagon Ragasco cylinders patented construction
withstands a burst pressure that is twice as high as
their steel counterparts. In addition, our cylinders will
not BLEVE, eliminating the risk of explosion in case
of fire.
EASY MAINTENANCE AND USE
The translucent composite materials allow you
to see the fuel level eliminating the need for
inaccurate gauges. It is now easy to see exactly
how much fuel is left. Hexagon Ragasco FLT
cylinders are delivered with an approved valve
for liquid service with fast fill connection, customized for your market, for effortless filling in
both horizontal and vertical position.
LOWER OPERATIONAL COSTS
Hexagon Ragasco cylinders do not rust or deteriorate
like steel cylinders, so theyll never need repainting.
This effectively eliminates refurbishment costs.
Your company will save money by eliminating the
cost and time needed for shot-blasting, painting,
baking You will also preserve the environment
by eliminating toxic residues from the refurbishment
process and saving energy.
QUALITY-ASSURED MANUFACTURING
Hexagon Ragasco cylinders are produced at our
state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Norway.
Our fully-automated production line is the only one
of its kind in the world. Quality is assured throughout
with all steps in the value chain and all processes
certified according to ISO 9001. During the
manufacturing process, there are numerous points
where production data on each cylinder is collected
and stored for full traceability.
MEETING THE STANDARDS
Hexagon Ragasco cylinders comply with a wide
range of international standards and approvals.
The principal ones include:
ISO 9001
ISO 11119-3
EN 12245
EN 14427
DOT-SP 12706
TC SU 5931
1. Without valve. 2. With valve
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD CONFIGURATION
PRESSURE RATINGS
Service pressure
20 bar
294 psi
Test pressure
30 bar
441 psi
Vapor Phase
Required burst pressure
60 bar
882 psi
Liquid Phase
Actual Hexagon Ragasco
burst pressure
150 bar
2200 psi
USA CONFIGURATION
VALVE DESCRIPTION
A wide variety of valves for liquid service and horizontal filling.
Vapor Phase
One hole solution - fewer points for potential
leaks
Liquid Phase
Multi function valve, including PRV and Excess Flow Valve
Translucent cylinder no need for level gauge
Valve fully protected by outer upper casing
Straight threads reduce torque force into composite walls
HEXAGON RAGASCO AS
Raufoss Industrial Park B306, P.O. Box 50, 2831 Raufoss, Norway, Telephone: + 47 61 15 16 00,
www.hexagonragasco.com
Max filling level
Vapor Phase
Liquid Phase
Liquid Service Dip Tube
Vapor Phase dip tube PRV
80% fill spit tube