Remote Tank Monitoring Accessible with Affordable Remote Tank Gauges
Is tank dipping still the most effective method for monitoring fuel levels? While both simple and effective, tank dipping can be a time-consuming process, and where businesses today are looking to implement automation and machine learning wherever possible to decrease costs, traditional manual fuel monitoring methods no longer meet the efficiency demands of modern businesses. Remote tank gauges are the clear solution to this problem, and their increasing affordability makes them accessible to a wider range of sectors than ever before.
Making Remote Tank Monitoring Accessible
Remote tank gauges have been around for a while, but their adoption has often been hindered by high costs. Thanks to technological advancements, these devices have become significantly more affordable. Linked to cloud-based software, low-cost remote tank gauges allow users to view fuel levels from any web browser, making the technology more accessible to businesses that may have previously relied on manual methods.
How Do Remote Tank Gauges Work?
Remote tank gauges can be used with a wide range of lubricants, oils, fuel and gas tanks. They use 4G cellular technology to send real-time data about fuel levels to a cloud-based platform. This enables users to access accurate, up-to-date information about their liquid storage tanks from any web browser, without requiring specialised skill or additional equipment. Simply log in, and the required information is immediately accessible.
Remote tank gauges are autonomous, robust, and easily installed systems that are relied on by major oil and gas customers, with a global footprint of more than 100,000 installed on tanks in over 70 countries.
A Business Case: Cross-Country Efficiency
Consider the example of a fuel distribution business we worked with. With an extensive network of over 300 oil tanks scattered across multiple locations, the logistics of manually checking tanks required substantial manpower and time, with staff driving considerable distances just to perform checks.
After implementing remote tank gauges, the company noticed a marked increase in efficiency. Time-consuming trips became significantly reduced, freeing staff up to focus on core business operations. The overall savings in terms of time and resources were significant.
More Than Just Monetary Benefits
Time-Saving: The most immediate benefit for many businesses is in time saved. Time once spent on manual checks can be reallocated to core business activities.
Real-Time and Accurate Monitoring: Instant access to real-time data allows for more informed decision-making, timely restocking, and optimised purchasing according to market prices.
Enhanced Security: Real-time monitoring adds a layer of security, enabling immediate detection of irregularities or suspicious activities, thus helping organisations to deter and prevent theft, an important consideration for organisations with tanks in remote locations.
Why the Shift Is Worth It
As businesses continue to seek automation and cost-saving solutions, the role of remote tank gauges becomes increasingly clear.
For more information on how OTS Group’s ATEX certified remote tank gauges could be the solution to your fuel management needs, we recommend reaching out to experts in the field. Your business—and your bottom line—will thank you.
Contact OTS Group today to discover how you can adopt remote tank gauges to elevate your fuel management strategies and drive operational excellence.
Take the next step toward modern fuel management and explore the benefits of adopting affordable remote tank gauges today.
