At a Glance
Client
ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ ΑΕ
Website
www.elin.gr
Year of Assignment
2021
Location
Porto Lagos
Area
500 sq.m.
Machine Capacity
36KW
Project budget
300.000€
Implementation Duration
2 years
Founded in 1954, ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ is a strong energy group that claims a leading position in fuel supply within the Greek industry. It operates three fuel and mineral oil storage and distribution facilities in Aspropyrgos, Volos, and Porto Lagos, three tankers for its maritime transport needs, and 620 fuel stations across Greece.
Its business activity also extends to exports, as it is among the top exporters in the country, supplying petroleum products across four continents.
To support its developmental trajectory, the company is upgrading and improving its infrastructure and facilities with an environmentally friendly orientation.
Design and Preparation of Application Studies
In the fuel storage and distribution facilities of ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ in Porto Lagos, there was a need for expansion and modernization of the existing infrastructure. In this context, we undertook the study and design of:
- Topographic mapping of 16.5 acres, including building facilities of 1000 sq.m.
- Settlements of irregularities
- Design of a new maintenance warehouse of 200 sq.m.
- Design of a new car parking canopy
- Redesign of the fuel loading island and roof for the installation of a PV system
- Redesign of the surrounding area
- Minor improvements to the facade of existing structures
- Electromechanical application studies
The Licensing Strategy
A primary goal for the execution of the planned actions was the issuance of a building permit for the construction of an industrial warehouse and canopies. For the seamless and compliant execution of the operations, the effective solution of a technical reorganization permit, was proposed. This specific permit, acting as a temporary operating license, allowed for compliant operation and saved necessary time, leading unimpeded to the issuance and receipt of the building permit. Thus, the following licensing services were processed:
- Technical reorganization permit
- Issuance of building permit
- Operating approval
Maintenance warehouse for machinery, vehicles, and equipment
The maintenance warehouse is an essential infrastructure for any industry. In some cases, it must be thousands of square meters, while in others, a few square meters suffices, depending on the storage needs of materials, machinery, equipment, and fleet vehicles. In this application, the design of a maintenance warehouse covering an area of 200 sq.m. was chosen. The main entrance of the building was designed in such a way that it accommodates the necessary height for the entry of the most demanding machine dimensions of the installation.
An electrical study was carried out, and the warehouse installation was designed to fully meet its needs. The total loads amount to 36kW, and all necessary provisions were anticipated to ensure the safe operation of this installation. Finally, the installation of a grounding system was provided for the protection of the entire facility.
The warehouse building was studied according to the new fire safety legislation for buildings as a medium-risk structure in an existing installation. It is a functionally independent addition with a fire resistance of 120 minutes and independent escape routes.
In terms of active measures, no permanent fire extinguishing systems were required in the warehouse according to legislation, as the installation is covered by a permanent fire extinguishing system that is supplied with water from the sea, which is transported via an underground pipe through special pumps and foam generators.
Redesign of the Loading Island and Roof with Expansion for Photovoltaics and Car Parking
The existing canopy of the loading island does not provide any advantages for utilizing the roof for the installation of photovoltaic panels due to the peculiarities of the construction.
For this reason, it was redesigned to meet both the needs for developing a photovoltaic system and the new design form of the facilities, with a new area of 250 sq.m., following the design characteristics of the canopies of the ΕΛΙΝ fuel stations.
Due to the roof area and the very specific manner of developing the supports, a solution was found to install the gutters close to them, ensuring that significant differences in slopes would not occur and that the vertical routes would be made in easily and stably supported locations.
The installation of recessed LED lighting was provided to ensure conditions of visual comfort. Additionally, for the protection of the entire facility, the installation of a grounding triangle was planned.
In the new parking area of 75 sq.m., a photovoltaic installation, was also planned and studied to provide the company with the capability for self-production of electric energy through net metering. Initially, the installation of photovoltaics was studied in a way that would ensure the modern design of the parking lot, proper orientation for the company to take advantage of self-production at high efficiencies, as well as the obvious protection of vehicles and demarcation of the parking area.
The selected space is an external area of the unit, that is, outside the central enclosure, so that parking vehicles do not add management costs and liability to the company but is done as smoothly and safely as possible.
In the canopy of the parking area, the installation of LED lighting fixtures with a lighting output was provided to ensure conditions of visual comfort. The fixtures will be installed on the supports of the canopy to highlight the construction. Also, for the protection of the entire facility, the installation of a grounding triangle was planned.
Design of Surrounding Space and Location of Photovoltaic Park
In this design, a comprehensive study of an on-ground photovoltaic park was requested, according to the energy needs of the facilities and the available space. The most critical element of the design was the development of the park in conjunction with the traffic study of vehicle movement and the safety of the facilities.
For this reason, the initial design included the development of traffic movement paths, choosing a fire truck and a truck of similar dimensions as the design vehicle.
Thus, the available spaces for the installation of the photovoltaics were passively created, where the greatest possible and optimal utilization of the area was achieved.
Additionally, in accordance with the existing regulations, the planting of greenery in the facilities was provided according to the coverage rate.
Licensing Challenges
For the smooth and timely processing of the expansion and modernization of the fuel storage and distribution unit, it was decided to grant such types of permits that would ensure the lawful and uninterrupted operation of the business.
During the restructuring period, the unit had to regulate any minor irregularities that existed, design the new installations of various engineering specialties, and obtain all necessary environmental approvals, opinions from the Architectural Council, and other approvals from services to issue the final urban planning permit. Throughout the duration of these operations, not a single moment did the normal operation of the unit get disrupted. The licensing processes flowed as anticipated, and the company reached the point of implementing all the planned and budgeted development and modernization works.
Project team
Electrical Engineer
PhD, MBA, Electrical Engineer
Responsible for Programming
Reconstruction and Expansion of Fuel Storage and Distribution Unit
ΙΩΝΙΚΗ Engineering
At a Glance
Client
ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ ΑΕ
Website
www.elin.gr
Year of Assignment
2021
Location
Porto Lagos
Area
500 sq.m.
Machine Capacity
36KW
Project budget
300.000€
Implementation Duration
2 years
Founded in 1954, ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ is a strong energy group that claims a leading position in fuel supply within the Greek industry. It operates three fuel and mineral oil storage and distribution facilities in Aspropyrgos, Volos, and Porto Lagos, three tankers for its maritime transport needs, and 620 fuel stations across Greece.
Its business activity also extends to exports, as it is among the top exporters in the country, supplying petroleum products across four continents.
To support its developmental trajectory, the company is upgrading and improving its infrastructure and facilities with an environmentally friendly orientation.
Design and Preparation of Application Studies
In the fuel storage and distribution facilities of ΕΛΙΝΟΪΛ in Porto Lagos, there was a need for expansion and modernization of the existing infrastructure. In this context, we undertook the study and design of:
- Topographic mapping of 16.5 acres, including building facilities of 1000 sq.m.
- Settlements of irregularities
- Design of a new maintenance warehouse of 200 sq.m.
- Design of a new car parking canopy
- Redesign of the fuel loading island and roof for the installation of a PV system
- Redesign of the surrounding area
- Minor improvements to the facade of existing structures
- Electromechanical application studies
The Licensing Strategy
A primary goal for the execution of the planned actions was the issuance of a building permit for the construction of an industrial warehouse and canopies. For the seamless and compliant execution of the operations, the effective solution of a technical reorganization permit, was proposed. This specific permit, acting as a temporary operating license, allowed for compliant operation and saved necessary time, leading unimpeded to the issuance and receipt of the building permit. Thus, the following licensing services were processed:
- Technical reorganization permit
- Issuance of building permit
- Operating approval
Maintenance warehouse for machinery, vehicles, and equipment
The maintenance warehouse is an essential infrastructure for any industry. In some cases, it must be thousands of square meters, while in others, a few square meters suffices, depending on the storage needs of materials, machinery, equipment, and fleet vehicles. In this application, the design of a maintenance warehouse covering an area of 200 sq.m. was chosen. The main entrance of the building was designed in such a way that it accommodates the necessary height for the entry of the most demanding machine dimensions of the installation.
An electrical study was carried out, and the warehouse installation was designed to fully meet its needs. The total loads amount to 36kW, and all necessary provisions were anticipated to ensure the safe operation of this installation. Finally, the installation of a grounding system was provided for the protection of the entire facility.
The warehouse building was studied according to the new fire safety legislation for buildings as a medium-risk structure in an existing installation. It is a functionally independent addition with a fire resistance of 120 minutes and independent escape routes.
In terms of active measures, no permanent fire extinguishing systems were required in the warehouse according to legislation, as the installation is covered by a permanent fire extinguishing system that is supplied with water from the sea, which is transported via an underground pipe through special pumps and foam generators.
Redesign of the Loading Island and Roof with Expansion for Photovoltaics and Car Parking
The existing canopy of the loading island does not provide any advantages for utilizing the roof for the installation of photovoltaic panels due to the peculiarities of the construction.
For this reason, it was redesigned to meet both the needs for developing a photovoltaic system and the new design form of the facilities, with a new area of 250 sq.m., following the design characteristics of the canopies of the ΕΛΙΝ fuel stations.
Due to the roof area and the very specific manner of developing the supports, a solution was found to install the gutters close to them, ensuring that significant differences in slopes would not occur and that the vertical routes would be made in easily and stably supported locations.
The installation of recessed LED lighting was provided to ensure conditions of visual comfort. Additionally, for the protection of the entire facility, the installation of a grounding triangle was planned.
In the new parking area of 75 sq.m., a photovoltaic installation, was also planned and studied to provide the company with the capability for self-production of electric energy through net metering. Initially, the installation of photovoltaics was studied in a way that would ensure the modern design of the parking lot, proper orientation for the company to take advantage of self-production at high efficiencies, as well as the obvious protection of vehicles and demarcation of the parking area.
The selected space is an external area of the unit, that is, outside the central enclosure, so that parking vehicles do not add management costs and liability to the company but is done as smoothly and safely as possible.
In the canopy of the parking area, the installation of LED lighting fixtures with a lighting output was provided to ensure conditions of visual comfort. The fixtures will be installed on the supports of the canopy to highlight the construction. Also, for the protection of the entire facility, the installation of a grounding triangle was planned.
Design of Surrounding Space and Location of Photovoltaic Park
In this design, a comprehensive study of an on-ground photovoltaic park was requested, according to the energy needs of the facilities and the available space. The most critical element of the design was the development of the park in conjunction with the traffic study of vehicle movement and the safety of the facilities.
For this reason, the initial design included the development of traffic movement paths, choosing a fire truck and a truck of similar dimensions as the design vehicle.
Thus, the available spaces for the installation of the photovoltaics were passively created, where the greatest possible and optimal utilization of the area was achieved.
Additionally, in accordance with the existing regulations, the planting of greenery in the facilities was provided according to the coverage rate.
Licensing Challenges
For the smooth and timely processing of the expansion and modernization of the fuel storage and distribution unit, it was decided to grant such types of permits that would ensure the lawful and uninterrupted operation of the business.
During the restructuring period, the unit had to regulate any minor irregularities that existed, design the new installations of various engineering specialties, and obtain all necessary environmental approvals, opinions from the Architectural Council, and other approvals from services to issue the final urban planning permit. Throughout the duration of these operations, not a single moment did the normal operation of the unit get disrupted. The licensing processes flowed as anticipated, and the company reached the point of implementing all the planned and budgeted development and modernization works.
Project team
Electrical Engineer
PhD, MBA, Electrical Engineer
Responsible for Programming
M.Sc. Civil engineer
AutoCAD designer
