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Sri Lanka’s First LP Gas LOT System — A Milestone for Okanta Engineering

July 1, 2026 · 2 min read

We are proud to announce the successful installation of Sri Lanka’s first-ever LP Gas Liquid Off-Take (LOT) System at Ocean Lanka’s manufacturing facility in Biyagama.

What is a LOT System?

A Liquid Off-Take (LOT) system is an advanced gas supply method where LPG is drawn from storage cylinders in liquid phase rather than vapour phase. The liquid LPG is then passed through a dedicated industrial vaporizer which converts it to gas for use.

This approach delivers several critical advantages over conventional vapour withdrawal manifolds:

  • Up to 3× higher flow rates — suitable for heavy industrial demand
  • Consistent outlet pressure regardless of cylinder fill level
  • No pressure drop in cold weather conditions
  • Greater gas utilisation from each cylinder — less residual waste
  • Fully automated — no manual intervention for cylinder changeover

The Ocean Lanka Installation

The system at Ocean Lanka features a multi-cylinder Litro Gas LOT manifold using 37.5 kg cylinders, connected to an industrial-grade LPG vaporizer and dual-stage pressure regulation panel with automated electrical control and safety interlocks.

This installation required specialised engineering design, precision fabrication and strict adherence to gas safety standards — all delivered by the Okanta Engineering team.

Industry Significance

This milestone demonstrates that Sri Lankan engineering capability is ready for sophisticated, internationally-standard gas supply solutions. As industrial gas demand grows, LOT systems will become increasingly important for large-scale manufacturing facilities across the island.

Interested in a LOT system for your facility? Contact our engineering team to discuss your requirements.

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