Preventing Fuel Theft

Fuel theft is a growing concern, especially for commercial fleets operating in open areas such as construction sites and rural properties. At Jigsaw Fuels, we understand the financial and operational burdens associated with fuel theft and we’re committed to helping you safeguard your fuel resources with our comprehensive security solutions.

Understanding Fuel Theft Risks

As fuel prices rise, the temptation for theft increases, making it crucial to adopt effective prevention strategies. Fuel theft can cause more than just financial loss; it can also damage your fuel storage infrastructure, leading to expensive repairs and potential insurance issues. Recognising and addressing these risks is essential to maintaining the integrity of your operations.

Spotting the Signs of Fuel Theft

One of the first indicators of fuel theft is an unexplained increase in fuel consumption. If you notice significant discrepancies between expected and actual fuel usage, it could signal unauthorised access to your fuel supply. Timely detection is key to minimising losses and mitigating the impact on your fleet.

Early Detection with Advanced Monitoring

Effective fuel management begins with early detection. Jigsaw Fuels’ TankGuard system is designed to provide real-time insights into your fuel inventory. It tracks stock movements, tank capacity, deliveries and potential leaks, which may be accessed from anywhere in the world on a computer, phone or tablet, allowing you to act swiftly to prevent or address any issues.  The system gives the user an overview of all the tanks on the system, warning of any tanks at the low stock level and predicting, from current usage, when the tank stock will need reordering or run out.

The system can raise e-mail alerts to request stock reorders from your purchasing team, spot stock movements out of hours and send alarms to your security staff.

Enhanced Security Features

To further enhance fuel security, Jigsaw Fuels offers advanced access control methods, including the Jigsaw TeleTag and EasyFuel Nozzle systems:

Jigsaw TeleTag Key Features:

• Each vehicle to be fuelled is fitted with a passive, long range RFID tag. As the vehicle draws up to the pump, the tag is read, the vehicle ID’d and the pump is turned on.
• If required, before the pump is turned on, the user can be prompted to enter the vehicles mileage at the fuel island terminal
• The TeleTag Reader can be augmented by fitting our FuelGuard unit to the vehicle so that the mileage is automatically read, resulting in a completely hands-free fuelling ID system.
• Alternatively, if the vehicle has a fitted telematics system, then the Jigsaw Fuel server can be linked to the telematics server to recover mileage with no additional hardware.

Jigsaw EasyFuel Nozzle Features:

• This innovative solution eliminates the need for manual data entry by automatically identifying vehicles and recording mileage. Simply insert the EasyFuel Nozzle into the vehicle’s fuel tank to start the refuelling process. This method reduces the risk of unauthorised fuelling and improves reporting accurately. It also ensures fuel is only delivered to authorised vehicles.

Utilising CCTV and Proper Lighting

In addition to our technological solutions, we recommend installing CCTV cameras around your fuel storage areas. These cameras act as a deterrent and provide valuable evidence if theft occurs. Additionally, ensuring your storage area is well-lit can further discourage theft by eliminating the cover of darkness.

Partnering for Fuel Security

At Jigsaw Fuels, we are dedicated to enhancing your fleet’s security and operational efficiency. Our advanced monitoring systems and security solutions are designed to provide you with peace of mind and protect your valuable assets. Contact us to learn more about how our technologies can support your fuel management strategy and safeguard your fleet from theft.