Is there a danger in CNG vehicles in keeping the valve remains?
It is like keeping the regulator of your LPG cooking cylinder open. The valve is supposed to close on its own when not in use. If it is not functioning properly and gas continues to leak then it could be a problem. A CNG kit involves the actual conversion kit, pipes, valve and the whole system. Proper regulations for the valve are there in the draft document but they have yet to be notified. What is the role of the Chief Controller of Explosives (CCOE) in the entire procedure? Does every cylinder have to go to the CCOE for certification? A cylinder manufacturer first has to send the drawings and designs of the cylinder to the CCOE. After these are approved, the CCOE checks whether the proponent s manufacturing facility is adequate or not. The qualification of the factory staff is also taken into account. Another important criteria is to make sure whether the manufacturer can consistently maintain the quality. Tests are carried out within the facility of the manufacturer where a prototy
