As temperatures drop, it’s essential for industries like agriculture, construction, haulage, and marine to be prepared. Have a plan B and assess your materials for winter needs. If using fuel storage tanks, ensure they are well-maintained. Read on for tips on preparing your fuel storage for winter.
Fuel Storage Tanks, what are they?
If you’re in the agricultural, construction, haulage, or marine industry and haven’t heard of a fuel storage tank, we recommend reading this article. It’s essential for safely storing fuel and preventing contamination.
OilMaxx sells a range of tanks that are specific to the needs of our consumers. Whether you are storing a large amount of fuel or just need some to get you by for the month, we have the solution for you. Our fuel tanks range in different storage sizes from 650L – 10,000L. A fuel tank provides significant benefits, especially by keeping oil clean and free from contamination. This is vital for commercial consumers, as their equipment relies on quality fuel for daily operations.
Why should you be worried about the Winter months?
Cold winter temperatures can thicken fuel in storage tanks, causing pumping issues. Maintain your tanks to prevent this.
If you are struggling to check your tank properly, contact professional help, and they will be more than happy to ensure that your tank is clear of contamination.
To prepare your fuel tank for winter, start by cleaning the bottom to remove any water, sludge, or dirt.
To fully prepare your fuel tank and get it into its ‘desired’ state. Then you should look at taking samples from the middle and top of the tank fuel. Once these samples have been acquired, check if there is water or particulate and bacterial contamination. If you spot some, then you know that the fuel has been contaminated.
For a second opinion, you can send your sample to a lab for testing and receive a detailed report. If the report shows free-standing water in your fuel, it’s a serious concern, but you can remove this contamination using a filtration method.
Watch out for diesel wax
In winter, unmaintained oil or diesel can thicken and turn into wax due to solidification, a process known as gelling or waxing. This process is extremely noticeable, as the diesel or oil will become cloudy and eventually thicken.A wax forms, thickening the oil, which can block the fuel injectors and filters due to lack of liquid.
Contact your local OilMaxx Depot
Here at OilMaxx, we are determined to make all of our commercial consumers’ day-to-day lives easier. We offer a large range of fuel tank products and services to ensure that we are providing your every need.
Contact your local OilMaxx depot today if you are looking for more information.