Control bacterial growth in fuel systems with Fuel Quality Services
Fuel Quality Services’ Kathon FP 1.5 is used to kill and control bacteria and fungal growth in any middle distillate fuel system, preventing filter plugging, MIC corrosion in steel and aluminum tanks, as well as demaged poly resins in fiberglass tanks. The product quickly kills microbes in a fuel system and functions as a preservative to prevent future growth.
Basic energy and fuel facts
I’m pleased by some of the energy-related developments I’ve witnessed lately. Slowly, but surely, I think our scientists are being allowed to provide us with some of the most efficient engines we’ve ever seen. I’ve been frustrated about the adverse relationship between exhaust emissions and fuel economy since the earliest exhaust emissions regulations were enacted.
Save oil, money by extending oil drain intervals
Safely extending oil drain intervals has many benefits
Citgo introduces Pacemaker LFG LA 40 Gas Engine Oil
Citgo Lubricants’ new Pacemaker LFG LA 40 Gas Engine Oil is a superior low-ash, low-phosphorus oil designed for high-output, 4-cycle natural gas engines operating on landfill or digester gas. The oil’s components promote longer engine life by providing superior anti-scuff and anti-wear performance and reducing valve-train wear and recession, the company said.
A few facts, a lot of fiction: part 2
I know, I promised you nothing but facts this month, but you have to hear this one. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issues a periodic update. The latest one contained some green grilling tips. Suggestions included using propane to start charcoal instead of charcoal lighter. I don’t suppose they realize it is just as
ConocoPhillips introduces 76 Lubricants Triton 5005EXD
ConocoPhillips’ next generation, premium low ash natural gas engine oil, 76 Lubricants Triton 5005EXD, is designed to help natural gas industry operators increase productivity by enabling their engines to operate smoothly at maximum efficiency, protecting the hardware, and minimizing down time, while also improving the bottom line by reducing operational expenses.
A few facts, a lot of fiction
This column is the direct result of one of our reader’s comments about journalists overstating the performance of alternate fuels such as biodiesel. I understand his frustration about the misinformation that’s out there. It’s very difficult to make any decision about alternate fuels if you can’t trust the information you’re given. Perhaps I should share
ConocoPhillps lubricants enhance natural gas engine oil
ConocoPhillips introduced its new line of premium low ash natural gas engine oil, El Mar LA4EXD, and the addition of a mainline low ash product, El Mar Low Ash, to its line of Conoco natural gas engine oil offerings. The new oils are designed to help natural gas industry operators increase productivity by enabling their engines to operate smoothly at maximum efficiency, protecting the hardware and minimizing down time, the company said.
Flying J and Comdata reach agreement for card acceptance
Flying J will now accept Comdata methods of payment at more than 250 of its locations across the U.S. and Canada. The arrangement will provide a new payment method that will enable more motor carriers and professional drivers to have access to Flying J’s fuel network and highway hospitality services, the company said.
Lock in ULSD fuel prices now
I’ve said it before—I can only foresee the demand for ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel increasing in the near term (two to three years). Several factors are acting simultaneously around the world to increase demand for diesel fuel significantly. Low CO2 regulations are gathering momentum worldwide. Europe is ahead of us, but the concept
Technology & drain intervals
Advances in filter and lubricant technology continue to allow fleet managers to safely extend oil drain intervals
Biodiesel is gaining momentum
The current biodiesel situation is less bleak because the Senate recently passed a bill renewing the $1/gal. tax credit for blending biodiesel into ULSD. The House passed a similar bill (H.R. 4213) in December of 2009. These bills need to be reconciled quickly to alleviate biodiesel producer difficulties. Approximately 95% of biodiesel producers shut down