Western Global has introduced the FuelCube Type-S, a compact fuel tank that fits in the back of a truck. Available in the U.S., the FuelCube Type-S is a reliable, flexible and transportable fuel tank for fleets on jobsites. Designed to safely transport and dispense diesel fuel without hazardous material placard requirements, it serves as an alternative to slip tanks.
This new solution offers 110% containment, security features and versatility for fleet operators. The dual-purpose adaptability of the tank allows businesses to use it as a truck bed tank or an on-site tank.
“The FuelCube Type-S propels Western Global into a new sector,” said Jeff Lowe, vice president of product marketing at Western Global. “Operations have been using traditional slip tanks to refuel smaller diesel equipment fleets without the need for hazardous materials placarding, but they’re looking for a more secure, user-friendly option. We are excited to expand our FuelCube line to offer an optimal solution for this market.”
The FuelCube Type-S features a 119-gallon capacity and is for 3/4-ton pickups or larger due to the tank’s weight when filled with fuel. Unlike slip tanks, which are often difficult to remove, contractors can lift this tank out of the truck using the tank’s four-way forklift pockets. Contractors can use truck bed space while using the tank as a stationary refueler to keep operations moving. Corner brackets make the tank stackable when empty to save space on the jobsite when removed from the truck.
The FuelCube Type-S has built-in, weatherproof 110% double-walled containment that eliminates the need for pans or basins. This reduces the potential of an operation-halting fuel spill should the tank become damaged. While slip tanks are prone to fuel theft, the FuelCube Type-S offers heightened security with a lockable equipment cabinet to protect the pump and feed and return lines. The equipment cabinet also promotes pump and hose life by shielding the components from rugged elements.
“Slip tanks are ubiquitous in the equipment landscape,” said Lowe. “Despite that, they’re difficult to unload and vulnerable to fuel theft. That’s why we’re eager to offer operators a product with more adaptability, mobility and security to optimize their fueling experience.”
