Loading Arms

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Bottom Loading Arms

Bottom loading offers benefits which cannot be achieved with top loading designs. Bottom loading takes
place on the ground, making it inherently safer for the operator. It also allows for simultaneous loading of
several tank compartments, increasing speed and efficiency of loading. Bottom loading is easily
adaptable to vapour recovery systems.

E2033 Bottom Transfer Loader

Bottom transfer loaders provide an extended reach that makes them ideal for applications where a vehicle
cannot be accurately spotted.
Easy to adjust, super smooth action spring cylinder balance and heavy duty capacity swivel joints enable
these arms to reach further without the need for additional support. The spring cylinder balance has up to
95 deg of vertical movement for easy to handle alignment and out of the way parking.

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series Swivel Joint; a heavy duty, low profile joint.

A variety of seal configurations and elastomers ensure long life performance for each specific application.
Not recommended for multiple arm crossover. See E2573 and E2304.
Technical specifications and other information
E2033 Bottom Transfer Loading Arm Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2123 MYR Link Arm

The E2123 MYR Link Arm features our patented MYR linkage which allows for effortless handling of the
outboard section of the loading arm while maintaining a constant height.
Standard vertical range of motion for the loading arm is 90 (park position) to 45 (load position).

The E2123 MYR Link Arm can be built for reaches in excess of 12 feet and still park in the near vertical
position.
Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series Swivel Joint for ultra low maintenance and easy to adjust
spring balance.
Not recommended where multiple arm cross-over is required.

Technical specifications and other information

E2123 MYR Linkage A-Frame Loading Arm Data Sheet

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E2304 Bottom Spring Loader

The E2304 Bottom Spring Loader is especially designed for the bottom loading and unloading of road or
rail tankers with all type of fuels.
Tanker side connection is achieved with a 4 API coupler. The loading arm dimensions are designed to
allow for covering of the complete API connection area envelope.
Reliable and well proven components:

Emco Wheaton D2000 World Series swivel joints

Emco Wheaton spring cylinder
Robust composite rubber hose or Stainless steel braded hose
Emco Wheaton API dry break coupler
Safe working, easy operation, drip-free welded construction

A bottom loading station can consist of up to 5 product arms. The design allows unrestricted cross-over of
all arms.
A separate loading arm for vapour recovery completes the installation.
Technical specifications and other information
E2304 World Bottom Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2313 A-Frame Bottom Loader

The E2313 "A" Frame Bottom Loader is recommended for servicing both sides of the platform and for
adjacent arm crossover. The secondary arm is available as a rigid pipe or hose.
The "A" Frame Bottom Loader offers the advantages of easy handling, long reach and quality Emco
Wheaton technology.

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series swivel joints for ultra low maintenance and the easy to
adjust spring cylinder balance.
Technical specifications and other information

E2313 A-Frame Bottom Loading Arm Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2386 Bottom Loading Station

Our E2386 loading arm is especially designed to load products where vapor return is necessary.
It is suitable for the bottom loading/unloading of road or rail tankers with flange connection or coupling.
These loading arms have a long reach and are suitable for applications where tanker connection flange
cannot be accurately positioned.
For connection pipes with high weight, the loading arm can be designed with a special 6 swivel
configuration with parallel bar and gas spring for balancing the weight of the connection pipe.
Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
the loading arm is very easy to handle.
Technical specifications and other information
E2386 Bottom Loading Station Data Sheet

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E2573 Counterweight Bottom Hose Loader

Designed specifically for tank truck bottom loading in accordance with API Recommended Practice1004:

Counterweight balancing for ease of handling and close center mounting to the API envelope
D2000 World Series swivel joints
Recommended when crossover of three or more products is required
Unique sliding scale weight allows arm to balance in the horizontal position
Design allows for easy adjustment, greater coupling efficiency, and reduced installation time
Complete package of arm, hose, hose cover, outboard swivel joint spacer spool, and API coupler
available.

Technical specifications and other information

E2573 Bottom Hose Loading Arm with Counterweight Balance Data
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E0573 & E2573 Bottom Loader Installation & Maintenance Data Sheet

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E2704 Bottom Unloading Arms for Russian Railcars

The E2704 rail unloading arm is designed for light oil products, chemicals or high viscose products. It is
equipped with a special coupler for the unloading of Russian railcars from underneath. The coupler
enables a safe and quick connection, independent to the orientation of the adapter lid.
The long reach of the loading arm also enables connection to rail cars when the adapter is not positioned
exactly. Due to the low offset of the swivel joints a minimum vertical height is guaranteed.
Rail loading arms for "white products" are unheated, while the loading arms for viscose products "Mazut"
are equipped with an internal heating system. This system guides hot product through the loading arm
into the rail car through a special telescopic nozzle assembled in the coupler.
The robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the spring cylinder balancing gives comfortable
and smooth handling of the arm.
Technical specifications and other information
E2704 Bottom Loading Arm Data Sheet

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E2704 Bottom Loading Arm with Internal Heating Lance Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2824 to E2839 Standard Bottom Loading Arms

This type of loading arm is especially designed to load mineral oil or chemical products and is suitable for
the bottom loading/unloading of road or rail tankers.
The loading arm has a long reach and is suitable for applications where the tanker connection flange
cannot be accurately positioned.

Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
Technical specifications and other information
E2824-E2839 Standard Bottom Loading Arms Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2852 and E2701 Bottom Hose Loading Station

Our Bottom Hose Loading Station enables efficient loading of tank trucks with simultaneous loading of up
to five products plus a vapor arm.
The loading station is designed to enable a totally flexible operation with unrestricted cross-over of all
arms.
The loading arms are equipped with our API Couplers.
Our carbon steel swivel joint has a flame hardened ball race way to ensure a long service life.
Technical specifications and other information
E2852 Bottom Hose Loading Station Data Sheet

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E2701 Bottom Hose Loading Station Data Sheet

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LNG Bottom Loading Arm

This loading arm is especially designed to load LNG products and is suitable for the bottom loading /
unloading of road or rail tankers.
The loading arm has a long reach and is suitable for applications where tanker connection flange cannot
be accurately positioned.
Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
The design of the stainless steel swivel joints are based on the reliable D2000 and are also equipped with
an interchangeable bearing module.
The primary and secondary product seal enable the operator to monitor leakage during the whole
operating time of the loading arm. In addition, the ball raceway can be purged with dry gas and the swivel
joints are designed to meet the requirements of the OCIMF.
Technical specifications and other information
LNG Loading Arm Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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WE2852 World Bottom Hose Loader

Our WE2852 World Bottom Hose Loader is designed for the bottom loading and unloading of road or rail
tankers with all types of fuel.
Tanker side connection is achieved with a 4 API coupler. The loading arm dimensions are designed to
cover the complete API connection area.
A bottom loading station can consist out of up to 5 product arms. The design allows unrestricted cross
over of all arms (see data sheet E2701). A separate loading arm for vapor recovery completes the
installation.
Our carbon steel swivel joint has a flame hardened ball race way to provide a long service life. For more
details see our data sheet swivel joint D2000.
For the API Couplers you have various options:

New J0452 (10 bar or 16 bar), optional integrated pump with filter element, if required.
Perolo CAMSEC Coupler (10 bar) with integrated check valve, if required.
J0451 (6 bar), safety interlock feature
K2 & K2P (16 bar), zero spillage by pumping mechanism
J0100 (16 bar), high pressure version; with integrated check valve, if required.
Technical specifications and other information
WE2852 World Bottom Loader Data Sheet

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Top Loading Arms

Although Bottom Loading Vapor Recovery of fuel tankers following the API 1004 recommended practice is
now widely accepted globally, there are occasions where the process of Top Loading road tankers is still
applicable.
We provide a range of equipment specifically suitable for top loading applications including manhole
covers, emergency valves, pressure vents etc.
We can also provide information and support on converting from top to bottom loading.

Drum Filling Loading Arm

The Drum Filling loading arm is especially designed to load or unload small compartments such as drums
or IBC containers. The loading arm has a long reach and is suitable for applications where the manhole or
the connection flange cannot be positioned accurately.
The Drum Filling loading arm can be arrested in the working position. The disadvantages of a traditional
hose filling are therefore prevented, i.e. the loading arm cannot slip off the manhole.
The robust design and high quality of the swivel joints provide ease of operation of the loading arm.

Technical specifications and other information

Drum Filling Loading Arm Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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E2022 - Unsupported Boom Loader

Extended reach makes our Unsupported Boom Loader ideal for applications where a vehicle cannot be
accurately spotted, see spotting map. It is designed for heavy use and high flow rates that are typical at
large terminals.

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series Swivel Joints for ultra low maintenance and the easy to
adjust spring cylinder balance.
ertical movement for easy to handle alignment and out of the way parking.
Technical specifications and other information
E2022 - Unsupported Boom Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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Loading Arm Accessories Data Sheet

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E2025 - Supported Boom Loader

Our E2025 Supported Boom Loaders are the most versatile of all top loading arms. They provide the
greatest mis-spot capability and allow for the greatest reach, see spotting map.
Easy to adjust, super smooth action spring cylinder balance, heavy duty capacity swivel joints and a
custom boom support enable these arms to reach even further than the E2022 unsupported boom loader.
The standard supported boom loaders have a reach of up to 16 feet, longer reaches and special
requirements are available.

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series Swivel Joint, a heavy duty, low profile joint.
A variety of seal configurations and elastomers ensure long life performance for each specific application.
Technical specifications and other information
E2025 - Supported Boom Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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Loading Arm Accessories Data Sheet

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E2110 - Fixed Reach Loader

Our E2110 Fixed Reach Loader is designed specifically for single compartment tank trucks and railroad
tank cars. Accurate spotting of railcar or tank truck is required, see spotting map.

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series swivel joints for ultra low maintenance & the easy to
adjust spring cylinder balance.
Technical specifications and other information
E2110 - Fixed Reach Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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Loading Arm Accessories Data Sheet

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E2112 - Variable Reach Loader

Versatility of reach makes the E2112 Variable Reach Loader ideal for applications where more than one
compartment can be reached without re-spotting the vehicle.
Also known as a Pantograph Unit, the E2112 is recommended for medium reach applications less then 11
feet. .

Standard arms feature the D2000 World Series swivel joints for ultra low maintenance and the easy to
adjust spring cylinder balance.
Technical specifications and other information
E2112 - Variable Reach Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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Loading Arm Accessories Data Sheet

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E2611 E2612 Top Loading Arm for Liquefied Gases

The E2611 E2612 Top Loading Arms are especially designed for the loading and unloading of liquefied
gases.
The arm is connected to the rail car compartment by a coupler, especially designed for Russian railcars.
The coupler provides a fast and safe connection to the valves of the rail car.
The E2612 Loading Arm is combined with a second recommended Vapor Arm E2611.
This loading arm is designed with two end pipes for unloading. A gas return arm with one end pipe allows
another use of unloading the rail car under pressure.
The robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the spring cylinder balancing provides
comfortable and smooth handling of the arm.
The E2611 presents an economic and successful solution for selected applications of loading and
unloading liquefied hydrocarbon gases.
In distinction to hoses the piping provides safety from explosion, driveway obstructions and condensate
losses at site.
Technical specifications and other information
E2611Top Loading Arm for Liquefied Gases Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2630 Top Loading with Vapor Return Hose

Our E2630 Top Loading Arms with Vapor Return Hose are used for hydrocarbons (e.g. gasoline), toxic
and aggressive media.
The E2630 consists of our reliable long reach loading arm combined with a hose for vapor return.
By loading with a vapor return hose, the product vapor will be recovered through the loading arm. This
improves the profitability of the terminal because vaporized product can be recovered and vapor does not
pollute the environment. By loading with a sealed manhole, a high level of protection is achieved for both
the operator and the environment.
Legal requirements and regulations (e.g. EU-Norm, German TA-Luft) can be met.
The E2630 is the most economical solution for the process of loading with vapor return. Reliable and easy
handling is provided by the small weight and little offset.
An E2630 may also be used where the available space is limited, e. g. existing loading stations with low
roof heights.
Technical specifications and other information
E2630 Top Loading with Vapor Return Hose Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Closed Filling Specification Sheet

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E2632 Parallel Loading Arm

E2632 Parallel Loading Arms with vapor return lines are used for hydrocarbons (e.g. gasoline), toxic and
aggressive media.
Two boom loaders are connected together to form this loader. All movements are performed in parallel hence the name: Parallel Arm.
The addvantages are that the loading arm can be operated like a single arm, i. e. it is highly
maneuverable. Also, both the product and vapor recovery lines are free from pockets.
By loading with the vapor return line, the product vapor will be recovered through the loading arm. This
improves the profitability of the terminal because vaporized product can be recovered and vapor does not
pollute the environment.
By loading with a sealed manhole, a high level of protection is achieved for both the operator and the
environment.
Legal requirements and regulations (e.g. EU-Norm, TA-Luft) can be met.
The E2632 is technically the best solution for the process of loading with vapor return. The flow path is
free from traps which would retain the condensed vapors and emit fumes when the arm is not in use. The
design allows heating of the product and vapor line.
The design of the vapor line with swivel joints provides easy handling; a further advantage against the use
of hoses.
Technical specifications and other information
E2632 Parallel Loading Arm Data Sheet

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E2710 Top Unloading Arm with Heating Line for Rail Cars

The E2710 Top Unloading Arm with Heatin Line is especially designed to heat up and unload frozen
products. It is suitable for the top loading / unloading of rail tankers.
Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
the loading arm is very easy to hande.

By unloading through the nozzles at the end of the drop pipe, hot product will be sprayed into the vessel.
The frozen product in the vessel will be warmed up and can be sucked off through the product pipe. The
drop pipe can be turned so that the whole vessel can be reached with hot product.
It is possible to fasten a movable holding bar (covering plate) for a level controller. The up and down
movement of the A-length is provided by a pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder.
Technical specifications and other information
E2710 Top Unloading Arm with Heating Lance Data Sheet

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E2800 to E2803 E2808 to E2811 Supported Boom Arms

Our Supported Boom Arms are designed to handle all media. They are suitable for the top loading of road
or rail tankers using the manhole.
The loading arms have a long reach and are suitable for applications where the manhole cannot be
accurately positioned.

Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
Due to its strong design, this loading arm can be equipped with all required accessories.
Technical specifications and other information
Supported Boom Arms Data Sheet

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E2804, E2805, E2812, E2813 - Fixed Reach Loader

Our Fixed Reach Loader is especially designed for the top loading of Road or Rail tankers using the
manhole.
The loading arm has a fixed reach and is suitable for applications where the manhole can be accurately
positioned.

Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
This loading arm is designed for petroleum and chemical applications.
Technical specifications and other information
E2804, E2805, E2812, E2813 Standard Loading Arms Data Sheet

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E2806 E2807 E2814 E2815 Variable Reach Loader

Our Variable Reach Loader is especially designed for the top loading of road or rail tankers using the
manhole.
The loading arm has a variable reach and is suitable for applications where the manhole cannot be
positioned accurately.

Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
This loading arm can be used for petroleum and chemical applications.
Technical specifications and other information
E2806 E2807 E2814 E2815 Standard Loading Arms Data Sheet

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E2816 to E2819 E2615 to E2618 Loading Arm with

Fixed Connection

Our Loading Arm with Fixed Connection is especially designed to load chemical products.
It is suitable for the top loading of road or rail tankers using the manhole. The loading arm has a long
reach and is suitable for applications where the manhole cannot be accurately positioned.
Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
These variants of Loading Arm are equipped with an additional swivel joint to ensure the flange
connection remains horizontal when coupling to road or railcar tankers.
Technical specifications and other information
E2816-E2819, E2615-E2618 Standard Loading Arms Data Sheet

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WE2800 WE2804 WE2800 World Top Loader

The World-Series Top Loader has been especially designed to the International Petroleum Industry
requirements.
Due to the standardized design, it is the most economical solution for this application.
This type of loading arm is designed for the top loading of road or rail tankers using the manhole.
Because of the robust and high quality design of the swivel joints and the precise loading arm balancing,
handling of the loading arm is effortless.
We use carbon steel swivel joints with flame hardened ball race for a long life.
Technical specifications and other information
WE2804 Fixed Reach World Top Loader Data Sheet

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WE2806 Scissors Design World Top Loader Data Sheet

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WE2800 Long Reach Design World Top Loader Data Sheet

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Loading Arms for Open Loading Specification Sheet

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Marine Loading Arms

Emco Wheaton designs and manufactures a wide range of Marine Loading Arms to load and unload
almost any liquid and compressed gas product from river barges, ships and ocean going super tankers.
Pantograph balanced mechanical link technology provides the stability and strength for this most
demanding task.
Our Position Monitoring System (PMS) is used to display the position of the marine loading arm within its
defined operating envelope.
Technical specifications and other information
Marine Loading Arm Specification Sheet

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B0028 Marine Loading Arm

Our B0028 Marine Loading Arm is designed especially to meet the needs of barge transfer and river boat
installations with marginal tidal variation.
The B0028 has a self-supporting design and is counterweight balanced with separated yet directly linked
counterweights for inboard and outboard arm, allowing easy, manual operation.
The loading arm provides ease of handling in all operational, maneuvering and maintenance positions,
making it an economic alternative to hose loading installations i.e. there is no need for a crane and it
requires only minimum man power.
Further advantages are provided by high safety standards, reliability and low maintenance cost.
Additional equipment is available.

Loading Arm Accessories

We offer a wide range of accessories for our road and rail loading arms, from Control Systems to
Telescopic Drop Tubes. Please select your required products from the list below, if you do not find the
product you require, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Control Systems

We can supply individual control systems for the comfortable and safe operation of loading arms.
Depending on the application, the design of the control systems can be mechanical, pneumatic or
hydraulic.
Control System Features:

Highest reliability through use of quality approved components

Individual design
Completely assembled, checked and approved prior to delivery
User-friendly operation
Technical specifications and other information
Control Systems Data Sheet

Heating Systems

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Designed to keep loaded fluids in a liquid state, our Heating Systems are used for products with low and
middle temperature ranges or if there is no other heating media available.
Depending on the heating temperature, options include; electric heating, trace heating or covered heating.
A heating cable is attached along the tubes and elbows.
The swivel joints are bridged by electric cables.
Technical specifications and other information
Heating Systems Data Sheet

Overfill Prevention System F2020

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Our Overfill Prevention System is a secondary safety system which prevents product overflow, for
example in the case of an incorrect pre-selected loading amount.
The electrical signal of the overfill prevention device is processed in the control system and can be used
to shut off the loading process.
If the control system does not exist already in the customer's terminal it can be specified within Emco
Wheaton's scope.
Technical specifications and other information
Overfill Prevention Device Data Sheet

Position Monitoring System (PMS)

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Our Position Monitoring System (PMS) is used to display the position of the marine loading arm within its
defined operating envelope. The display uses a standard industry PC and is a live feed of the actual
position of the marine loading arm.
The PMS is a stand alone unit and works in the following way:

A pendulum potentiometer located on the inboard arm measures the angle of the inboard arm
with respect to vertical.
A pendulum potentiometer located on the outboard arm measures the angle of the outboard arm
with respect to vertical.
A direct coupled potentiometer located at the base riser swivel joint measures the slewing angle.
Information from the potentiometers is relayed through a PC hooked to the local control panel.

Features include:

Remote maintenance
Display redirection via TCP/IP or modem
Technical specifications and other information
Position Monitoring System Data Sheet

Parallel Device for Bottom Loading Arms

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Our standard configuration bottom loading and unloading arm with 5 swivels has been a dependable, safe
and clean method for tanker fill/discharge for many years.
Experience has shown that if the tanker connection arm (B-length) is fitted with high weight components
such as a ball valve or breakaway coupling, the arm can be difficult to maneuver and handle. To prevent
this and ensure that tanker loading is a one-man operation, we have designed a six swivel arm as shown.
The arm is fitted with six swivels for complete 3-axis movement of the tanker connection, allowing for
tanker height changes during filling/discharge.
The arm is additionally fitted with a parallel bar which holds the tanker connection arm (B-length) in a
horizontal position irrespective of the primary arm (A-length) position. This makes tanker connection and
disconnection much easier.
The B-length also has a gas spring fitted allowing the operator to raise and lower the B-length with total
ease..
Technical specifications and other information
Parallel Device for Bottom Loading Arms Data Sheet

Telescopic Drop Tube

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Where splash loading is not acceptable, a telescopic drop tube is used with a bottom contact switch,
ensuring that the drop tube is permanently in touch with the bottom of the tanker being loaded.
Our telescopic drop tubes can be either manually or pneumatically operated.
Manually operated telescopic drop tubes are robust and have a short installation.
The following situations may require the use of a telescopic drop tube:

Internal friction in flowing products can cause electrostatic charge. This physical effect can lead to
sparking which is mandatory to be avoided, especially when combustible or explosive fluids are loaded.
Spark prevention can be achieved most efficiently by creating bottom contact with a telescopic drop
tube.
Bottom contact with a telescopic drop tube is recommended for loading of foaming products.
For loading applications with height restrictions (e.g. by a roof) a telescopic drop tube is the ideal
solution compared with a long and rigid drop tube.
Technical specifications and other information
Telescopic Drop Tube Data Sheet

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