RAAF Tindal
Design, supply, install, and commission a Hydrocarbon Detection System (Jet Fuel) for the AIR7000 Hangar (R8116 AIR7000 PH1B) at RAAF Base Tindal.
Our delivery of this high-stakes project demonstrates our capability to engineer and implement specialised safety systems in defence-grade environments, with precision, compliance, and reliability.
Hydrocarbon Detection
Critical hangar facility supporting operations for one of Australia’s most advanced airborne ISR platforms.
Specialised Safety Systems
Engineered and implemented in defence-grade environment, with precision, compliance, and reliability.
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RAAF Defence Base – Tindal
Client: Department of Defence
Project: AIR7000 Hangar (R8116 AIR7000 PH1B)
Location: Hangar AIR7000, RAAF Base Tindal
Project Type: Jet Fuel Vapour Monitoring System
Delivered by: KD Fisher
KD Fisher was selected to design, supply, install, and commission a Hydrocarbon Detection System for the AIR7000 Hangar at RAAF Base Tindal—Critical hangar facility supporting operations for one of Australia’s most advanced airborne ISR platforms. This mission-critical facility required a robust and responsive system to detect jet fuel vapours (JP-4, JP-5, JP-8), ensuring the safety of personnel and assets in the event of a fuel leak or spillage.
Project Objectives:
- Provide early warning detection of hazardous jet fuel vapours.
- Minimise the risk of ignition and catastrophic incidents within the hangar.
- Deliver a fully automated, PLC-controlled sampling system with real-time monitoring and alert capabilities.
- Integrate seamlessly with emergency response protocols and operational workflows.
System Overview:
The installed system includes:
- 2 x Main Control Panels (Hangar 1 & Hangar 2)
- 4 x Sampling Pipes (per hangar) embedded in floor drains spanning the hangar width
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) with HMI touchscreen interface
- Vacuum pumps, solenoids, flow switches, and water traps for continuous sampling
- TVOC2 PID Detector for precise hydrocarbon vapour measurement
The system operates on a 30-second sampling cycle, rotating through each drain to ensure constant environmental monitoring. All components are housed in a rugged, industrial-grade enclosure with intuitive HMI controls for maintenance and diagnostics.
Commissioning & Operation:
KD Fisher executed a detailed commissioning process, including:
- Power-up and functional testing of all control panel components
- Verification of sampling flow rates and detector responsiveness
- System tuning and calibration to ensure accurate detection thresholds
- Full operational handover and training for Defence personnel
Outcome:
The Hydrocarbon Detection System now provides continuous, automated protection for Critical hangar facility supporting operations for one of Australia’s most advanced airborne ISR platforms. KD Fisher’s delivery of this high-stakes project demonstrates our capability to engineer and implement specialised safety systems in defence-grade environments, with precision, compliance, and reliability.
