What we do
At FuQon, we have developed a product quality control platform that is real-time, continuous, cost-effective and clean.
What problems do we solve
Nowadays, quality control at terminals is a tedious job which can cause serious delays and face environmental challenges. Typically, a sample is taken using an open sampling system. The sample is then sent to a laboratory, and quality results can take hours to receive. Any anomalies prior to or during the transfer (such as contamination, water, etc.) can only be detected after the laboratory results are obtained. Resolving an incorrect transfer is often a job that takes time, which can cause delays for day-to-day operations and affect the pull-through at terminals. This can involve considerable costs.
How we do it
We offer a Q\Platform based on NIR (Near-infrared) technology that detects contaminations real-time during a product transfer. This prevents or limits the damage done by an incorrect transfer. The measurement is taken continuously so any deviation during the product transfer will be detected immediately. This results in cost-effective, safe and on-time operations. No hazardous (open) sampling is needed, no operational delay waiting for lab analysis and no consequential damages occur. We offer a stand-alone platform or integration into a DCS (Distributed Control System)
- Continuous analysis of the fuel
- Real-time reporting by stand-alone dashboard or integration into DCS
- Non-invasive and scalable
- Flow through cell supporting safe and clean operations
- No need for recalibration
- No need for sample preparation
- ATEX approved
- Complete offering
The FuQon Q\Platform supports a
secure track and trace mechanism
that allows post mortem analysis in case of disputes between contracting partners.
FuQon responsibilities:
We specify product requirements based on customer needs to deliver a fully functional application for our clients. We are responsible for product design and product life cycle, system installation and validation, database management and customer support.
Profitability
Quality
Safety
Key drivers at terminals are:
Safety:
The existing sampling method is mostly done with ‘open’ systems: this causes the fuel to be directly exposed to the environment as well the people taking samples. The sampling method is unsafe, unhealthy and takes a time before the lab analysis is available. FuQon offers a solution that is safe, clean, environmentally friendly and fast.
Just in time delivery:
Fuels are traded internationally. Reliability and speed are extremely important to support this trade. Any delay will directly influence bottom-line results.
Quality:
Standard fuels are stored in huge storage tanks. These fuels are blended or treated with additives to customer specifications. The FuQon quality system, guarantees and supports continuous quality control during inbound and outbound transfer, as well as during the blending / additivation process and line displacement
Profitability:
The profitability of terminals depends on the throughput, blending/ additivation and storage services. Delays in the throughput caused by quality incidents have a serious impact on the profit at terminals.
Image:
Severe incidents can have a serious impact on the image of a business. It may lead to a more stringent examination of the on-site process by (local) government. This will negatively impact the daily operations.
