Fuel biocides are chemical additives used to control and prevent microbial contamination in fuels. Microbes such as bacteria, fungi, and yeast can proliferate in fuel systems, particularly in stored or stagnant fuel, and cause various issues. They are specifically designed to inhibit the growth and… Read More »Don’t Trust Any Other Biocide with Your Equipment
Born and raised in Florida and having lived most of my life in Fort Myers, I have seen my share of hurricanes. Out of the six I have lived through, last years was one I will never forget. Hurricane Ian made landfall as a category… Read More »A Hurricane To Remember
When it comes to cleaning heavily contaminated fuel tanks and treating contaminated fuel, the task can be daunting. Microbial contamination in a fuel system can cause a range of issues, from corrosion to equipment failure, and tackling it requires an effective, multi-stepped approach. In this… Read More »Dealing with Heavy Microbial Contamination in Fuel Systems
Diesel fuel additives are a key component of year-round diesel fuel maintenance. With proper use of these additives, you can ensure that your diesel engine runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the year. Using Biobor diesel fuel additives year-round will provide numerous benefits, including improved lubricity,… Read More »6 Reasons To Use Biobor Fuel Additives Year-Round
3 Easy Steps to Keep Your Fuel Quality in Check Are you feelin’ lucky? When you don’t implement a fuel quality management program, luck is all you have. Keep your fuel quality in check with the Test, Treat, Protect… (TTP) approach developed by Hammonds Fuel… Read More »Are You Feelin’ Lucky
Diesel is one of the most widely used fuels in the world. It is essential for powering everything from vehicles to generators. But when it comes to preserving diesel fuel for long-term storage, there are some do’s and don’ts that you should be aware of.… Read More »The Do’s and Don’ts of Long-Term Diesel Storage
When compared to traditional gasoline, ethanol enriched fuel may not be as environmentally friendly as it appears. While ethanol helps reduce emissions, a Searchinger study finds that over a 30-year span, they end up contributing twice as much carbon dioxide to the air as that… Read More »The Corrosive Reality of Ethanol Fuel
Five Premium Products to Protect and Improve Your Fuel Biocide and Lubricity Additive Biobor®JF is the original, industry standard microbicide used to kill and prevent microbialcontamination in fuels such as diesel, jet fuel and heating oil. Biobor JF provides highlyeffective, proven dual-phase chemistry to eliminate… Read More »Top Fuel Additives
Poor Fuel Quality in Fuel Storage Systems: Causes and Consequences It’s Groundhog Day again! Do you ever feel this way when it comes to fuel quality management? Do you ever ask yourself, “Why do I keep having operational issues?” When it comes to fuel storage… Read More »It’s Groundhog Day Again
Accelerated fuel system corrosion has long been connected with microbial contamination. While all fuel types are susceptible, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel systems appear to be top of the list. Microbial Influenced Corrosion (MIC) is responsible for billions of dollars in damage each year. Unfortunately, many… Read More »The Corrosion Connection