Are you interested in biodiesel but concerned about the upfront investment? We have good news.
For retailers, biodiesel blends can likely be incorporated into your existing infrastructure with no modifications. And for your customers, diesel vehicles can start running on biodiesel blends right away.
Here’s what you need to know about adding biodiesel to your operations.
Biodiesel is a drop-in solution that works in petroleum diesel equipment.
Infrastructure — Use your existing storage tanks and other infrastructure after you switch to biodiesel blends. For retailers, the federal government says dispensers containing B5 and lower do not need to be labeled, although you should check local regulations.
Some retailers choose to blend the fuel themselves. This may require a dedicated storage tank for the B100 and a blending system, but the return on investment is often achieved within months.
Vehicles — No modifications are needed. Just fuel up your diesel vehicles with biodiesel blends and hit the road.
All major OEMs support biodiesel blends up to B5, meaning the fuel is 5% biodiesel and 95% petroleum diesel. Nearly 90% of medium- and heavy-duty truck OEMs support B20.
Biodiesel is a mature industry, and domestic producers can get you product no matter where you are. REG stands out for its:
- Ability to supply blended fuel, neat biodiesel, renewable diesel and ULSD.
- Distribution via truck, rail, ship and barge.
- Extensive network of terminals, which are often co-located with petroleum diesel terminals.
- Customer support that extends beyond a knowledgeable sales team and includes our logistics and supply chain management staff and our technical team.
In Their Own Words
What your customers will want to know is how does biodiesel affect performance? Let’s ask the people who know diesel equipment best — diesel technicians.
“If two trucks were side by side and one ran biodiesel and one didn’t, you would not be able to tell the difference,” said Joe Siadak, lead technician at Mahoney Environmental, a large nationwide trucking fleet.
When his company made the switch to biodiesel blends up to B20, he expected more fuel system failures and increased filter change intervals. The reality is they’ve had fewer problems with fuel injectors and after-treatment systems with biodiesel.
In Rochester, Minnesota, city buses have been running on biodiesel blends for nearly 20 years. Maintenance Manager Roger Ritchie has been there the entire time.
“I’m 100% on board with biodiesel,” he said. “Our equipment has lasted and done a really good job.”
Learn What Biodiesel Can Do for You
Making the switch is easy. To explore next steps, contact REG at (844) 405-0160. Learn more about REG at regi.com.