In remote oilfield and industrial operations, maintaining a steady fuel supply and fuel storage are critical to keeping equipment running and projects on schedule. Encounter a delay caused by a fuel shortage and a project will have no choice but to halt operations. This leads to increased costs and potential safety concerns.
Fortunately, reliable large fuel storage tanks and fuel skid rentals are the solution, ensuring you have continuous access to fuel for generators, light towers, pumps, and other essential machinery. Longhorn Oilfield Services specializes in delivering fuel storage solutions designed to meet the unique challenges of remote sites. Browsing our inventory, you will find flexible tank sizes, portable skids, and robust safety features. With our on-site fuel storage solutions, Longhorn seeks to help operators maintain efficiency and productivity in even the most demanding conditions.
Why On-Site Fuel Storage is Essential
Remote worksites often face a wealth of logistical challenges. Roads may be difficult to navigate, climate and weather conditions unpredictable, and supplier delivery schedules are limited. Relying solely on regular fuel deliveries introduces a risk of downtime if fuel runs out that you shouldn’t chance.
By having large fuel storage tanks on-site, operations create a buffer that keeps equipment running regardless of delivery delays. This supports uninterrupted work while also allowing crews to plan shifts, maintenance, and equipment usage with confidence.
For remote oilfield operations that run 24/7 – often the case for drilling, completions, and facility construction – on-site fuel storage can prove to be a critical component of a project’s success.
Benefits of Large Fuel Storage Tanks
1. Continuous Operations
Set yourself up with the right size tank to ensure your project can maintain its operational schedule. Large tanks are the way to go and provide ample fuel capacity, reducing the need for frequent deliveries. This ensures that generators, light towers, water pumps, and other essential equipment remain fueled and powered without the risk of an interruption, keeping productivity up across the site.
2. Enhanced Safety
Modern fuel storage tanks come with built-in safety features such as auto shut-off nozzles, water block filters, and protective enclosures for smaller skids. These measures minimize the risk of spills, contamination, and accidents during refueling, protecting both personnel and the environment. This is an added bonus that you can rely on from our team at Longhorn who are continually prioritizing safety and environmentally sustainable practices.
3. Flexible Deployment Options
Longhorn offers tanks in capacities ranging from 100 to 5,000 gallons. Smaller units, enclosed in metal cages with fork-pocket holes, are ideal for sites that require frequent relocation or space efficiency. Larger tanks are designed for stationary use with durable bases and secure construction, supporting long-term projects. A representative would be thrilled to discuss with any of our potential clients which deployment may be best for a specific project.
4. Operational Efficiency
With reliable on-site fuel, you know there won’t be any waiting for fuel. Your crews can plan work without interruptions that sometimes occur due to refueling delays, something that can occur to even the biggest of Canadian oil and gas companies. Also, remote sites always carry that risk, no matter how well planned project deliveries may be. A more reliable on-site fuel storage solution supports better scheduling for equipment usage, maintenance, and staffing, ultimately improving overall project efficiency.
5. Cost-Effectiveness
Cost is understandably a major concern for any remote oilfield project. If it didn’t make sense budget-wise, we wouldn’t speak of it further. However, bulk fuel storage is known to reduce per-unit fuel costs and minimizes the frequency of emergency deliveries, which are expensive and time-consuming. By consolidating fuel needs on-site, operators will reduce logistical costs and keep productivity consistent.
Fuel Skid Rentals: Portable and Ready-to-Use Solutions
For operations that require flexibility, fuel skid rentals are your answer. Fuel skid rentals provide a portable, ready-to-use alternative to stationary tanks. These skid-mounted units come pre-equipped with pumps, hoses, and safety features, making them easy for any project manager and crew to deploy and operate.
Fuel skids are perfect for short-term projects, remote locations, or sites where tanks need to be relocated frequently. Despite their compact size, fuel skids offer efficient storage and safe fuel handling, allowing crews to maintain uninterrupted work while moving between job sites.
Fuel Tank Features to Consider for On-Site Fuel Storage
Longhorn’s fuel storage solutions include a range of features to ensure safe and efficient operation, including:
- 110V fuel pumps for quick refueling. There won’t be any unnecessary minutes spent waiting to refuel.
- Auto shut-off fuel nozzles to prevent overfilling and reduce the risk of a spill on-site.
- 12-foot delivery hoses for easy access to equipment. There is no need to put a worker, equipment, or any asset on-site at risk when it comes to fueling.
- Water block filters to maintain fuel quality. Our fuel storage solutions are designed to ensure there is no loss in fuel quality as it is stored and transported to its end-points.
- Protective enclosures and fork-pocket holes on smaller skids for mobility.
The combination of these design elements allow crews to work efficiently while reducing the risk of accidents and fuel contamination. Especially in remote oilfield and industrial environments, safety and efficiency with any type of project component is a must, and in on-site fuel storage with Longhorn, we got you covered.
Supporting Remote and Industrial Operations Across BC and Alberta
Longhorn Oilfield Services stores and maintains equipment at strategic locations, including Dawson Creek, BC, Fox Creek, AB, and Grande Prairie, AB, enabling rapid deployment to Northern BC and Alberta job sites.
Our fuel storage tanks can be used independently or as part of a fully integrated worksite solution. Depending on what your project needs are, it may make sense to simplify and discuss with a representative how you might be able to obtain a number of resources from our oilfield services equipment inventory.
Longhorn provides a wide range of essential equipment rentals such as generators, light plants, water storage units, and wellsite trailers. Combining fuel storage with these complementary solutions simplifies logistics and coordination, allowing operators to manage their sites more efficiently. It ensures this equipment can work together to support the most efficient project possible, and keep workers safe and focused.
Selecting the Right Fuel Storage Solution Relies on Four Factors
Choosing the appropriate tank or skid depends on four unique factors. Here is what to consider before arranging a large fuel storage tank or fuel skid rental.
- Project Size and Duration: Large, long-term operations benefit from stationary tanks, while smaller or temporary projects may only need portable skids. It’s up to you to advise us on what the duration of a project is and similar details that could influence which is a better resource.
- Fuel Consumption: Estimate the daily fuel requirements for generators, light towers, and other equipment to determine tank size. This is key to ensuring you have the right size fuel storage for what’s to come in your project. Our team will work with you as best as we can to ensure you have the on-site fuel storage that’s most appropriate for the full scope of the project.
- Site Conditions: Remote locations or harsh climates require rugged tanks capable of operating reliably under extreme conditions. As a local Western Canada company, we’re well aware of the challenges that remote sites face and have designed our tanks to be able to survive in a range of conditions.
- Mobility Needs: If your project requires moving equipment between sites, skid-mounted solutions are more suitable than stationary tanks. This is certainly something to mention as you’re ordering fuel tank storage so that we can ensure you have everything you need and won’t encounter any surprises in moving equipment.
Be sure to match the fuel storage solution you choose to site-specific needs, covering every requirement there is.
The Longhorn Advantage: Why Partner With Us For Your Oilfield Project
Partnering with Longhorn ensures that fuel is never a limiting factor on your project, allowing your team to focus on completing operations efficiently.
- Equipment delivered ready-to-use and pre-fueled to reduce setup time
- Local expertise to ensure rapid deployment across Northern BC and Alberta
- Integration with other Longhorn rentals for a complete worksite setup
- Modern, well-maintained tanks built for long-term reliability and safety
- Safety features that protect personnel and the environment
More than anything, you will realize when you set up on-site fuel storage with Longhorn that you receive reliable storage. Reliability is a cornerstone of efficient and safe operations on remote oilfield and industrial sites. Whether you choose large fuel storage tanks for stationary use or fuel skid rentals for portable flexibility, Longhorn Oilfield Services can provide the products and equipment you need to keep your project running smoothly.Contact Longhorn Oilfield Services today to arrange the best in on-site fuel storage and to secure the safety and efficiency of your oilfield project.
