CNG conversion has some setbacks since it is using a highly pressurized tank of compressed natural gas. Some automobile mechanics started their own CNG conversion business not thinking of some of the risks that they will take. The concern here is the future of the CNG community when these new beginners in CNG conversion do not go through proper channels on installing and repairing CNG components. As we know, all CNG conversion mechanics should undergo thorough training on installation, repair, and maintenance and has ASE certification and that the CNG kit to be installed must be APE certified. The tank should be considered for inspection by the CNG cylinder inspector if it has NGV2 or its equivalent certification.
Life is so precious that we cannot afford to lose or damage it. Once we are in our car we should think for safety first because we are dealing with extremely pressurized gas that is flammable. Danger is always behind what we do. Hence, everything must be thoroughly fixed, inspected and certified.
When you think of shifting to CNG conversion business, please get certified and use all certified kits and tanks. This information is to make points on safety of conversions done by uncertified or under certified installers and equipment. Imagine when there is cylinder explosion due to illegally installed gas system. Think of the accident that happened in Bangkok in April 2008, the cause for cylinder explosion according to Officials was due to illegally installed gas fuel system and it occurred during refilling. They found out that all the seven cylinders installed in the natural gas vehicle were in poor condition.
Nothing should be taken for granted when it involves high pressure. The cylinder wall of the natural gas tank is thick and covered with fiberglass covering to boost durability. All motor operators whose vehicles are properly modified for using natural gas can receive a card certificate to show to the refilling stations that they are using legally converted vehicles to use CNG.
The number of vehicles powered by natural gas is growing every year and so is the demand for CNG technicians trained to install, maintain and inspect Alternative Fuel Vehicles. There are colleges in USA that provides training for automotive compressed natural gas conversions. They will teach on how the complete conversion process works and how to install new parts and troubleshoot common problems. Trainings will ensure knowledge of the theory behind the operation of CNG system. Instructors have deep and broad understanding of all aspects of CNG conversions and fueling issues.
CNG is the cleanest burning fuel that we have nowadays. This implies lesser vehicle maintenance and longer engine life. CNG vehicles released the fewest emissions of any motor fuel and dedicated Natural Gas Vehicles have little or no emissions during fueling but in gasoline vehicles, fueling emissions account for at least 50% of a vehicle's total hydrocarbon emissions. CNG releases significantly lesser pollutants than gasoline and diesel. Exhaust emissions from gasoline operated cars produced carbon dioxide that adds to global warming but this is greatly reduced with compressed natural gas.
