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Fuel dispensing equipment is the backbone of on-site refuelling across Australia—from transport depots and service workshops to construction and agriculture. The right setup keeps vehicles moving, reduces downtime, and improves safety and cost control. AFLO Equipment designs, supplies and installs complete fuel dispensing systems tailored to Australian conditions, bringing together self-bunded tanks, transfer pumps, meters, filtration, hose reels, nozzles and fuel management into one dependable package.

Whether you are upgrading a yard bowser, building a new refuelling island, or equipping mobile tanks for field work, AFLO maps your requirements (flow rate, duty cycle, power, fluid type) and specifies equipment that delivers clean fuel, accurate measurement and safer handling—then commissions the system and supports it with parts and service.

What makes up a professional dispensing system?

• Storage: self-bunded above-ground tanks, IBCs or mobile tanks sized to your consumption and delivery cadence.

• Pumps: 12/24 V DC for mobile plant; 240 V/415 V AC or air-operated for workshops and high throughput.

• Meters & control: mechanical or digital meters, preset dispensers and fuel management to control access and capture data by vehicle or cost centre.

• Nozzles: automatic shut-off (diesel/petrol) with correct bore, swivels and breakaways for safety and ergonomics.

• Hoses & reels: fuel-rated hose in ¾″ or 1″, spring or motor rewind reels for tidy bays and longer hose life.

• Filtration: particulate and water-absorbing filters to keep modern common-rail diesels clean and dry.

• Safety & compliance: earthing/bonding, overfill protection, emergency stop, bunding, signage and lighting.

How AFLO helps: We select matched components—pump → filter → meter → hose/reel → nozzle—so pressure, flow and accuracy are right the first time and servicing stays simple.

Choosing the right pump for Australian sites

Flow rate & duty:

• 40–60 L/min for light vehicles and farm use
• 70–90 L/min for mixed fleets
• 100–150+ L/min for heavy vehicles and depots
  AFLO sizes pumps for your target fill time and duty cycle, avoiding cavitation and premature wear.

Power & environment:

• DC for mobile tanks and remote refuelling
• Single-phase for workshops and small depots
• Three-phase or air-operated for high-flow, continuous duty

Fluid compatibility:

• Diesel: broad pump choices; pair with water-blocking filters
• Petrol: hazardous-area compliant equipment and certified installation
• AdBlue/DEF: dedicated stainless/compatible wetted parts, blue hose and nozzle—never share diesel hardware

Metering, accountability and fuel management

Accurate metering reduces disputes and supports maintenance planning. AFLO pairs meters with the right straight-run pipework and calibration, and can add fuel management (PIN/RFID) to lock access, capture odometer/hours and export consumption data for reconciliation. Preset dispensers further improve repeatability and reduce overfills.

Nozzles, hoses, reels and filtration

• Nozzles: automatic shut-off for safety, with bore matched to pump flow; add swivels for user comfort and breakaways to protect assets if a vehicle drives off.
• Hoses & reels: correct bore (¾″ for light vehicles, 1″ for heavy), UV-resistant hose, and rewind reels to keep bays clear and reduce trip hazards.
• Filtration: stage particulate and water-absorbing elements where they’re easy to service; AFLO sets change-out intervals based on throughput and site conditions.

Common AFLO configurations

• Workshop bowser: self-bunded tank + electric pump + filtration + digital meter + auto-shutoff nozzle + spring rewind reel—compact, reliable and easy to service.
• Mobile refuelling: ute/trailer tanks with 12/24 V pumps, in-line meters and robust hose storage for field equipment.
• High-throughput island: three-phase pumps, 1″ hose sets, preset metering, fuel management, canopy lighting, bollards and traffic flow signage.
• AdBlue dispensing: dedicated tank, compatible pump, stainless or approved plastics in the wet end, and separate blue hose/nozzle to prevent cross-contamination.

Safety and compliance for Australian operations

AFLO designs for safe transfer and clean sites: bunded storage, earthing/bonding, correct vent sizing, shut-down procedures, emergency stops and clear signage. For petrol or classified areas, we specify compliant equipment and coordinate licensed electrical/hazardous-area works. Spill kits and operator training complete the package.

AFLO’s delivery process

1. Site assessment: consumption profile, vehicle mix, target fill times, utilities, and compliance needs.

2. Design & specification: matched pump/pipework, filtration, metering, hose management, control and safety.

3. Supply & installation: delivery, mechanical/electrical fit-out, testing and commissioning.

4. Handover & support: calibration certificates, operator training, maintenance plan and ready-to-ship spares.

Maintenance and lifecycle support

AFLO keeps your system running with scheduled filter changes, meter verification, hose/nozzle inspections and pump health checks. Standardised components and local parts support minimise downtime and keep total cost of ownership predictable.

FAQs

What flow rate should I choose?
Match flow to fleet: 40–60 L/min for light vehicles, 70–90 L/min for mixed fleets, 100–150+ L/min for heavy vehicles. AFLO sizes systems to hit your target fill time without stressing the pump.

Do I need site filtration if my supplier filters fuel?
Yes. Filtration at the point of dispense captures debris and water introduced during transport, storage and handling—critical for modern injection systems.

Can diesel equipment be used for AdBlue?
No. AdBlue requires dedicated pumps, hoses, meters and nozzles with compatible materials. AFLO supplies complete, segregated kits.

Can AFLO retrofit an existing tank?
Yes. We upgrade pumps, add filtration and metering, integrate fuel management and rationalise hose/nozzle sets for safer, faster refuelling.