The inert gas system (IGS) consists of a main inert gas plant, using boiler flue gas to provide a gas explosion protection system, i.e. a low O2 content in the cargo oil tanks and slop tanks. This is achieved by maintaining a slight overpressure in
Inert gas system The salient features of the inert gas regulations are listed below Note: Nitrogen generators are now used on Chemical tankers due to the nature of Nitrogen (No soot or water carry over). The system consists of the following components Boiler uptake valves
What is Inert Gas ? It is a gas which contains insufficient Oxygen to support combustion. Keeping tanks inerted means cutting one side of the fire triangle and hence avoiding any chances or Fire or Explosion. Why do we need Inert Gas ? An Oil