Combustibility Hard starting engines, white smoking and rough idling when cold are all indications there is a combustion problem. These can indicate an engine problem or may point to a fuel issue. Fuel stored for long periods of time will degrade, affecting combustion. Cetane decreases… Read More »Diesel Fuel 101, Part 2
Stability Diesel fuel degrades easier and faster today. Stability, a fuel’s resistance to degradation, is key to storing fuels. Due to today’s distillation process, diesel fuel does not have the stability it used to. The high pressures and high temperatures used in the refining process… Read More »Diesel Fuel 101, Part 1
The Challenge of Long-Term Storage Diesel fuel has an average shelf-life of about six months. This poses a problem for anyone trying to store it any longer. Studies over the last decade show it is more likely to be delivered in a contaminated, already degrading… Read More »How to Extend the Shelf-Life of Diesel Fuel
August 10, 2022 was International Biodiesel Day. If you haven’t already, read last week’s post about the 4 critical factors to consider when using biodiesel. While it was written for the home heating industry, the factors apply to all biodiesel users. Biodiesel is more water… Read More »August 10, 2022 was International Biodiesel Day
It’s August and the average US temperature is well above freezing. In fact it’s downright hot in most of the country. So why am I writing about heating your house. Answer, now is the time when home heating systems need to be serviced….. prior to… Read More »Factors to Consider When Using Biodiesel to Heat Your House
We are excited to be participating in the UK MoD Aviation Fuels Committee Meeting in London on July 12-13, 2022. Let us know if you are attending – email Patrick Eakins at peakins@biobor.com. He will be giving a Biobor JF update on June 12th and… Read More »Hammonds to Speak at UK MoD
Hammonds Fuel Additives will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open for business on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Follow Biobor
We are excited to return to in person ASTM meetings in June. We look forward to contributing to ASTM, making lasting connections and enjoying the opportunity to network. Let us know if you are attending – email Patrick Eakins at peakins@biobor.com. Follow Biobor
Stop by Booth 733 Looking for a way to save money and keep your customers happy? Provide the best fuel quality using Biobor’s easy Test, Treat, Protect program. Stop by and ask us how we can help you help your customers. Follow Biobor
Water and Particulate Control In this post, we will examine the two most common fuel contaminants, particulates and water. Understanding where contaminants come from, how to limit them and what happens when we ignore them are three challenges to every fuel managers life. Before we… Read More »Fuel Contamination 101