In general, the higher the cetane number on diesel fuel ratings, the more readily the fuel will combust in the engine. If you need to boost the cetane rating, consider using one of our excellent diesel fuel additives.
EDM machining has been the mainstay for parts with complex cavity features. Unfortunately, the process may create burrs, rough surfaces and other defects. Coupled with advanced lubricants, UPM (ultra-precision machining) helps prevent these problems and reduces finishing work.
Figuring out when to have your heating oil delivered can be quite tricky. Fortunately, a fuel delivery service representative can evaluate your system, tell you how much you need and present you with a delivery schedule that is appropriate and convenient.
When the right lubricant is used, equipment performs better, down time is minimized, costs are reduced, output increases, and labor costs will reflect work performed, not wages lost to continuous equipment repairs.
Gas presents a variety of dangers, such as the loss of a pilot light and gas leaks. Heating oil can leak, which is hazardous to your home and the environment. Coal, on the other hand, is virtually risk free, and much safer than the other two options.
Naval vessels powered by coal required 4 to 9 hours to reach full power. When the warship Wyoming converted to fuel oil in the early 20th century, it could achieve full power in 30 minutes and full acceleration 5 minutes later.
An early use of oil for weapons occurred in 480 B.C.E., when the Persian military invaded the city of Athens and used flaming arrows that had been soaked in arrows to advance its siege against Athens.
Diesel fuel oil gets its name from the inventor of the engines that use it. Rudolf Diesel invented his engines in 1892. They were originally meant to be a stationary replacement for steam engines, but soon were installed in boats and vehicles.
Unique to lubricants is that they can be tested, and that tests exist that can predict how well any given product will perform on the job. As such, we recommend purchasing your lubricants based on their documented performance characteristics.
Did you know petroleum was used by ancient civilizations as well? Persians used petroleum for medicine and lighting, and oil was even produced with bamboo-drill wells in China around 347 AD.
FDA-approved food grade grease and lubricants are made for use in the food industry and provide the same protection against friction, corrosion, oxidation, heat transfer, and dissipation as any other non-food grade grease or lubricant. They are also resistant to breakdown via chemicals, water, steam, or exposure to any kind of food products.
The first oil wells were drilled by the Chinese in 347 AD, who used bits attached to bamboo poles to dig down approximately 800 feet. The Chinese burned oil to evaporate brine, producing salt.
Did you know that heating oil needs to be heated to 140° F before it can even ignite? The oil needs to vaporize before it can burn, which doesn’t happen until the oil gets that hot. This helps to make heating oil one of the safest fuels that are out there.
Our engine oils and lubricants boast excellent fuel economy benefits for all types of vehicles. Not only do they provide advanced deposit control to streamline operability, but they also keep the engine and emission system running clean.
To keep your system operating efficiently, remember heating oil tanks require routine maintenance. To extend tank life, you’re your tank inspected annually, and have sludge and water vacuumed to preserve oil quality and usability.
Looking for ways to cut down on costs for your trucking company? In-house maintenance can be a big time and cost saver. Oil sellers can help you get the heavy-duty diesel motor oil you need to keep your trucks in good shape.
In some cases, the term “fuel oil” is used in a strict sense to refer only to the heaviest commercial fuel that can be obtained from crude oil.
Did you know that crude oil can be sweet or sour? Crude oil is sweet or sour depending on the amount of sulfur it contains. Sweet crude oil must contain less than 0.42% sulfur to be labeled sweet – if it contains any more than that, it is sour.
Chunk coal (directly from the mine) is broken down into more even sizes so they’ll flow well in a stoker stove and have a good surface area for burning. The sizes cover everything from egg and stove on the large end to rice and barley on the smaller end.
Did you know that regular fuel oil service can extend the life of your furnace and heating parts and accessories? It can also help prevent future breakdowns. Regular fuel oil service can also save you as much as 10% or more on your heating bill!
Lignite is one of the four major groups of coal. It is also called "brown coal" and is rich in moisture and ash. This makes lignite coal lower in carbon and therefore less flammable, meaning its heat index and value is lower than other coal types.
In the 19th century, coal, gas, camphene, and kerosene made from petroleum were being used as fuel for lamps. It was the automobile that required petroleum to be converted to gasoline.
A quality lubricant is a cost-saving element. When the correct formulation is used, equipment is less likely to break because of a lubricant-related issue; this means reduced costs for upkeep, maintenance, repair labor, and revenue lost because equipment is out of commission.
How much space do you need to store your coal? In part that depends on the size of the coal. However, generally speaking, you need thirty-five to forty cubic feet (4’x3’x3’ to 4’x4’x3’) to contain one ton. Compare the area needed for a cord of wood (4’x4’x8”).