Compressed natural gas for vehicles installation code

CSA Group
Standards Development Organisation:
Canadian Standards Association (operating as CSA Group)
Working Program:
View the CSA work program
Designation Number:
B109.1
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Standard
ICS code(s):
43.060.40
Status:
Proceeding to development
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
Posted On:

Scope:

the B109.1 Code applies to the installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of the fuel storage and delivery system installed in powered industrial truck applications and vehicles for use with compressed natural gas (CNG). This includes fuel systems on self-propelled vehicles for the provision of motive power.

The scope of B109.1 does not apply to

a) stationary engines;

b) mobile equipment using natural gas as a fuel for other than propulsion;

c) LNG fuel storage systems*;

d) electronic components of a fuel management system;

e) storage or utilization of natural gas on marine vessels or rail vehicles;

f) recreational all terrain vehicles;

g) motorcycles; and

h) vehicles (including their containers) qualified under the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations.

* LNG fuel systems are covered in CSA B109.2.

Project need:

To provide Canadian Code coverage for compressed natural gas vehicle installation.

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