Diesel Fuel Storage: Solving Common Problems – Part 1
Now that Spring is finally on the horizon, there are some steps you should be taking to maintain the stability of your diesel fuel. Problem: Seasonal Changes Why are seasonal issues a concern? When fuel is cooled below its cloud point temperature, solid wax particles...
Diesel Fuel Makes a Dangerous Solvent!
Don’t let a dirty job become a dangerous one. A number of municipalities have adopted the practice of using diesel fuel as a solvent for cleaning asphalt off both trucks and equipment. This is a risky practice that is in violation of DEC regulations. Due to diesel’s...
Fueling Emergency Generators: Tank Regulations for Emergency Generators in Suffolk County
As the winter storm season approaches, maintaining electric power is critical to maintaining business operations, whether you are a consulting practice or the fire department. Like it or not, having no electricity means you’re likely out of business until it returns....
Generator FAQs – What You Need to Know.
You’re part of a Fire District. You love your job. You love helping people when they are in distress. For you, there is no greater sense of pride than saving a life, a home or providing rescue assistance. You’ve been there for Superstorm Sandy and you’ve weathered...
Emergency Generators – Will Your Fire Company be Able to Respond this Winter?
With the two-year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy in our midst and memories of last year’s unrelenting winter fresh in our minds, Winter 2014 is fast approaching. Maintaining power in storms and other emergency situations is top-of-mind in most fire districts. As an...
10 Facts About Above Ground Storage Tanks
An above ground storage tank, or AST, is often the best solution for chemical storage. But just as with underground tanks, conformity with federal Environmental Protection Agency’s Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasure regulations is paramount. These...
What Aspects of a Fleet Fuel Management System Will Create a Return on Your Investment?
Everything about a fleet fuel management system is specifically designed to create a profitable…
How Does a Fleet Fuel Management System Improve Vehicle Maintenance?
Naturally, the first thing that comes to mind when you’re considering a fleet fuel management system is fuel savings…
When Should You Consider a Fleet Fuel Management System?
It just keeps getting tougher to make a profit. Or stick within the confines of your budget, if you’re a public entity. It’s a do-more-with-less…
Fleet Fuel Management System: What Information Will RFID Data Transmitters Collect?
When your fleet fuel management system incorporates radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology, the system can function entirely hands-free. Fuel dispensing and data gathering are fully automated. The advantages for your fleet operations and overall...