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BioDiesel is considered 'the friendly fuel' and is the clear alternative for many reasons.
Contains no Hazardous Material
Petroleum Free
Zero Sulfur
Non Toxic
11% Oxygen
Elevated Cetane
Increased Lubricity
Higher Flash Temperature
The pungent smell of diesel fuel is replaced with a slight scent of
vegetable oil. BioDiesel may be used in any unmodified Diesel Engine,
in it's pure form.
Significant Reductions in Tailpipe Emissions
(14 EPA FTP tests)
Particulate Matter (PM) -55.4 %
Carbon Monoxide (C)) -43.2%
Carbon Dioxide (C)2) -78.3%
Hydrocarbons (HC) -56.3%
BioDiesel may also be blended with Petroleum Diesel. A
20% blend (B-20) still provides emission benefits by reducing soot, particles,
hydrocarbons, carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide, and sulfur by up to 20% each.
Available in 1 gallon, 5 gallon, 55 gallon and bulk deliveries for both on & off road users.
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Non-toxic and biodegradable -BioDiesel is the only fuel to have passed the EPA's Tier I & Tier II Health Tests. Greatly improves air quality - A special concern
onboard our children's school buses. Reduces waste -BioDiesel can be made by recycling waste cooking oils and grease.
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Sail Boats
Pleasure Boats Cruise Ships U.S. Coast Guard Research vessels Dredging Equipment Port Operation Dock Equipment Other attributes: BioDiesel contains no sulfur, which equals no smoke. Start-up, power and range are all similar to diesel. Users have reported a pleasant odor compared to that of the offensive exhaust fumes produced by diesel. |
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Does not require special storage - BioDiesel can be stored in petroleum underground tanks or in above ground tanks BioDiesel is non-flammable and non-combustible. The flash point is 300 degrees compared to petroleum diesel at 125 degrees Fahrenheit. BioDiesel is safer to store and transport. BioDiesel causes no eye irritation and is non- toxic. BioDiesel exhaust produces a pleasing vegetable oil or French fry smell. · |
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Significantly reduces emissions No sulfur and no petroleum verses low or ultra-low sulfur petroleum diesel. Operates in any internal combustion diesel engine. Requires no costly engine modifications or infrastructure compared to Alternative Fuels CNG/LNG and Propane. . |
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Engine performance and maintenance have the same characteristics as petroleum diesel without the same harming health effects. A study by Booz-Allen & Hamilton, Inc. found that fleets using a 20 percent BioDiesel blend would experience lower total annual fueling costs than other alternative fuels." (National BioDiesel Board Website) · |
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Just to name a few of the heavy-duty applications that can benefit by using BioDiesel. Other attributes: BioDiesel contains no sulfur, which equals no smoke. Torque output and fuel consumption is comparable to diesel. |
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ASTM- American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM), issued a fuel specification for BioDiesel (D6751), in December 2001. BioDiesel provides improved lubricity.
Ultra-low sulfur petroleum diesel
has reduced lubricity, which may cause premature
wear or malfunction. A 20% blend of BioDiesel with
an 80% blend of petroleum diesel (B20) can reduce emissions
and eliminate any need for lubrication additives.
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Harmful emissions are reduced with BioDiesel and BioDiesel blends. Petroleum diesel exhaust is listed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as a known carcinogen (cancer causing), and is listed as a Toxic Air Contaminant (TAC). Using BioDiesel reduces harmful toxins and helps to protect workers that are exposed to diesel engine exhaust. |
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Significantly reduces regulated and non-regulated emissions such as, soot, particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfates, hydrocarbons, and other toxins. BioDiesel contains no sulfur and is petroleum free compared with low or ultra-low sulfur petroleum diesel. Currently, BioDiesel meets the 2006 EPA standard for sulfur content. Reduces the need to install costly particulate traps. BioDiesel used in 100% pure form reduces particulate matter 40-50% over conventional diesel. |