PROBLEM:
Stored fuels naturally deteriorate

Fuels are susceptible to natural deterioration like any other organic fluid. Oxidation, water, and microbes all contribute to reducing fuel quality and forming tank sludge. The problem is exacerbated with fuels having higher water content.
 
Bacterial build up is a major problem for many fuel storage systems. In addition, water ingress, air borne contaminants like dirt and grit all combine with oxidized fuel particles to form sludge. These unwanted by-products cause clogged filters with consequent disruption to operations in de-commissioning of tanks for cleaning, causing business disruption and loss of income. In use, contaminated fuel can corrode injectors, pumps and tanks leading to incomplete combustion, carbon build up, smoke, loss of power and even engine failure.
 
Replacing contaminated fuel is now more expensive than ever given the current high cost of gas oil and diesel.

SOLUTION:
A combination of tank & fuel cleaning with an added fuel catalyst

A proprietary mobile fuel conditioning and tank cleaning system can effectively remove harmful sludge, water and other contaminants from storage tanks and extend the useful life of the fuel.
The system preserves the integrity of stored fuel, improves filterability, reverses the process of tank sludge build up, removes water, preserves tank cleanliness and maintains peak engine performance.

The ‘fuel dialysis’ system circulates and cleans fuel by pumping it from the tank, processing it through the cleaning unit and back into the tank.  The fine filters in the unit remove sludge, water and other impurities in a continuous process until all contaminants are removed, the fuel sampled, tested and declared clean and fit for purpose. The process cleans the tank at the same time, as well as its contents.

The addition of a fuel catalyst kills any fungal growth and bacterial build up which blocks filters, improves the fuels combustibility and restores it to pristine condition. It also enhances lubricity, inhibits corrosion and reduces harmful exhaust emissions.

It is recommended that a sample of fuel is taken every three months for analysis to ensure it continues to be fit for use, and to provide a historical build up of information to determine when a further dose of catalyst may be necessary to remove any sediment or bacterial growth that will inevitable return over time.

For a free, no obligation quotation please contact sales@adlerandallan.co.uk or call 020 8555 7111.