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BioDiesel Feedstocks – Hemp Oil & High IV and Low IV Hepar

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In this post we are going to continue our deeper look into different types of feedstock that Renewable Energy Group (REG) studied in 2009 in the Feedstock and Biodiesel Characteristics Report. The feedstocks we are looking into are Hemp Oil & High IV and Low IV Hepar. Here is a link to the main page of…

How does my business get access to Pacific Pride fueling sites?

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What is required for a business to get access to Pacific Pride Cardlock sites in Oregon. Star Oilco is a proud Independent Franchisee of Pacific Pride. Pacific Pride Commercial Fueling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year without retail waiting in line. Commercial fuel access for the around-the-clock business. If…

Biodiesel Handling and Use Guide (5th Edition 2016)

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Where to start when fueling your fleet with biodiesel.   The U.S. Department of Energy’s Biodiesel Handling and Use Guide (Fifth Edition) If you are a fleet seeking to reduce your CO2 footprint and biodiesel is your drop in solution, this book is your guide.  The Biodiesel Handling and Use Guide is the definitive user’s…

B20 Biodiesel, a Proven Fuel

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Using Biodiesel in the Pacific Northwest. (NOTE: B20 refers to 20% biodiesel blended with an 80% petroleum diesel percentage. B5 refers to 5% biodiesel blended with petroleum diesel which is the legally required blend percentage in Oregon state. For more on biodiesel basics, visit the US DOE.) Biodiesel is the “Drop In Solution” used in…

Upgrade your Commercial Fueling Efficiency

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Use a Pacific Pride Cardlock card to save money. Commercial Fuel Best Practices for Fleet Managers. Use commercial-only Pacific Pride Cardlock locations, along with our wet-hose fueling service, as a winning combo for your fleet. Save on labor and fuel costs. Are you looking to use a commercial fuel card to simplify your fuel buying?…

Lock down your gas card from theft in Oregon

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Pacific Pride Cardlock in Portland, Oregon. If you are in Oregon, the widespread available Pacific Pride and CFN commercial fueling sites allows you to lock down your gas card security.  Eliminate fuel theft and save money with commercial fueling. Star Oilco is an independent Franchisee of Pacific Pride If you have employees buying gasoline for…

About Diesel Fuel

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Bulk Diesel Fuel Frequently Asked Questions Where your diesel comes from and what you need to know about ASTM Diesel Standards and ISO cleanliness code. Where do Pacific Northwest vendors get their fuel? In the Pacific Northwest, diesel is fungible. Everyone buys their fuel from each other in some way or another.   This means that every refiner…

Bulk diesel desiccant filters, dry fuel, and keeping your diesel fuel clean.

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Bulk diesel fuel delivery and storage best practice. Use Desiccant Breathers and Premium Diesel additives to improve your diesel performance and reduce maintenance cost. Save tens of thousands on fleet maintenance costs! How? Clean, dry, and premium-treated diesel. Reduce injector wear and particulate trap service needs with simple steps focused on fuel quality. Get the…

BioDiesel Feedstocks – Evening Primrose & Fish Oil

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The two feedstocks we are looking into this time are Evening-Primrose Oil and Fish Oil. Here is a link to the main page of feedstocks we have examined so far.  As we continue our deeper look into different types of feedstock that Renewable Energy Group (REG) studied in 2009 in the Feedstock and Biodiesel Characteristics…

Keep and make your diesel fuel cleaner

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What is Clean Diesel?  Clean diesel is free of the contaminants that harm modern diesel engines. Today, there is a gap between ASTM diesel standards and the ISO cleanliness standards needed for use in high pressure common rail engines. Anyone operating a modern clean diesel engine is seeing the effect, including injector replacement, DPF regeneration,…