Elizabeth Ferguson

HVO Renewable Diesel

Answers to the Common Questions Regarding HVO Fuel

HVO biofuels is made from fats and oils derived from plants or animals. It can be used in any diesel engine and has several advantages over traditional fossil fuels. HVO fuel is biodegradable, renewable, and contains less sulfur than standard diesel fuel.

How long can we keep HVO in the generator fuel tank?

Unlike conventional diesel, which can only be stored for 12 months, HVO fuel can be stored for up to ten years. This, in our opinion, is the most significant benefit to asset owners: the ability to source fuel from a single location with extremely low operational risk.

Is HVO toxic or poisonous?

HVO fuel is non-toxic, odourless, and completely biodegradable like HVOFuel.co.uk. These properties make HVO fuel safer to use while also protecting the environment in the event of a spill.

Is it possible to mix HVO fuel with regular diesel?

HVO price can be blended with regular diesel. We recommend HVO for two main reasons: it is stronger than regular diesel and has a higher flash point. Allow your regular diesel fill to fall to around 20% before mixing in the HVO.

How useful is HVO fuel?

Proven to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90%, NOx by up to 27%, and Particulate matter by up to 84%. Cleaner combustion for your diesel engine. Free of fossils, odourless, and completely biodegradable — environmentally friendly. 10-year storage life — comparable to 12 years for diesel — less susceptible to contamination from bacteria such as 'diesel bug,' which frequently renders regular diesel unusable.

What is the purpose of HVO fuel?

HVO fuel UK is an environmentally friendly alternative to diesel and gasoline. It is an ideal fuel for construction, rail, events, and public transportation because it emits no tailpipe emissions. The service team will deliver your next load with the highest level of quality in terms of fleet performance and safety.

It is frequently used in:

• Portable generators
• Commercial boilers
• Agricultural tractors and machinery
• Boats and vessels operating within inland waterways
• Construction equipment and machinery
• Industrial trucks and tankers

Many festivals and events in the United Kingdom have already switched to HVO fuel to power their portable generators and transportation.

HVO fuel has what manufacturer approvals?

HVO fuel has received OEM approval from a variety of manufacturers for a variety of diesel engines. This is the highest level of assurance that the fuel can be used without the risk of voiding the vehicle or machinery's warranty.

What new infrastructure is required for HVO fuel?

Converting to an HVO fuel source is a simple process that requires little investment. With direct drop-in alternatives to diesel, you can reap the benefits of HVO fuel without changing your infrastructure or even draining your tanks.

Can the use of fossil-free HVO fuel cause engine problems?

HVO fuels have been tested in thousands of HVO diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines. HVO fuel has also been approved by a wide range of OEMs because it can be used as a replacement fuel in place of diesel or gasoline.

What is HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil)?

Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) is a renewable diesel fuel derived from processed vegetable oils or animal fats. HVO has a much longer shelf life than other biodiesels such as green diesel and unmodified vegetable oil due to its source material and the specialised hydrotreatment method it goes through.

How is HVO created?

Hydrotreatment is a chemical process that adds hydrogen to improve the quality of a hydrocarbon feedstock such as vegetable oils or animal fats. Unsaturated compounds in the feedstock are converted into paraffin, cycloalkanes, and aromatic compounds during this process.

What distinguishes HVO Fuel from other diesel fuels?

HVO is a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional diesel. It reduces carbon monoxide, dioxide, and hydrocarbons without requiring any mechanical changes. HVO also reduces nitrous oxide emissions, though the rate at which these emissions are reduced is unknown.

HVO fuel is a renewable and environmentally friendly fuel. Many people have questions about HVO, and this article has attempted to answer some of the most common ones.