The Fuel Pulse Show

It is critical to ensure that your tanks are in compliance with government regulations, but this can often be easier said than done. Today we're continuing the conversation on testing and compliance with C.J. Schultz from Tanknology, the world's largest provider of tank testing and environment compliance services for petroleum systems. We're diving further into government compliance and tanks and discussing some of the biggest differences found in the regulations from state to state.

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A large portion of tank storage sites have minor deficiencies. Sometimes it is something as small as a liquid in the spill bucket, while other times the deficiencies are more serious. This is why it's essential to have your tanks tested and ensure they are in compliance with government regulations. Joining the show to share more on this topic today is C.J. Schultz from Tanknology, the world's largest provider of tank testing and environmental compliance services for petroleum systems.

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As we approach the colder months, it's important to ensure our fuel supplies are healthy and usable throughout the winter. Normal diesel and cold weather do not mix, and in order to protect your fuel supplies, it is essential to use cold flow anti-gel diesel. So, how do you know if you need this for your diesel? And what should you be looking for to determine when and how to use this anti-gel? In this episode, I will be explaining the advantages and disadvantages of different treatments, how to use them, and when you will need to start using them.

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The price of fuel is a big topic at the moment. The cost of living is rising due to inflation, and petrol is no exception. Because of this, people are becoming concerned about how they will afford to drive their cars and wondering if there is any way to make their gasoline last a little bit longer. So, in this episode, I will share how to get the best mileage out of your gasoline.

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We've previously spoken about storage tank corrosion and microbial-induced corrosion, both of which are plaguing fuel storage systems across the country. Unfortunately, this issue is not getting any better. However, not all corrosion is the same. There is a specific type of corrosion that is problematic for fuel management professionals, and that is vapor space corrosion. To discuss exactly what this is, how to manage it if you have this in your storage system, and how to lower your risk of this type of corrosion is Kelly Baker, Business Development Manager of Zerust – Oil & Gas for North America.

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It's hard to know what you can believe in the fuel industry. Like many other industries, there is plenty of information available online that is biased and created by companies that have a specific agenda in mind. So, how do you know what is genuinely working and what is not? And where do you find information that isn't advocating for any specific outcome? Jeff Hove, the Vice President of the Fuels Institute, an objective and collaborative research organization that does not advocate, joins the show today to share their unbiased and research-based opinion of the fuel markets.

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Today's topic isn't something you will hear many people discuss at dinner parties, however, it is something that impacts thousands of professionals across North America. This issue is storage tank corrosion. One thing is clear, corrosion is the number one enemy of a storage vessel. This shortens the life of a tank, increases the risk of contamination, and therefore, leads to storage tank failure. So, how can we prevent this? Patrick Smyth, President of Octane Systems Inc and well versed in this topic, will be joining the show to walk us through everything we need to know about this common problem.

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Hurricane season starts in June, so this is an important episode to tune into in order to get an idea of what you can do to make sure you're prepared. In today's episode, I will give insight into how the season works, where predictions come from, and steps you can take to plan and protect fuel.

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If you deal with stored fuel to any extent, you are going to have to deal with microbial issues in that storage tank. This is why finding the right biocides to help treat that fuel is so important—and the main thing you'll learn about in today's episode. Our guest, Sean Vliet of Vink Chemical, has a ton of expertise in the realm of biocides and treating stored fuel, and he joins us today to share some important insight.

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When you're trying to choose the right fuel treatment, how do you know a good one from a not-so-good one? If you aren't in the fuel industry, looking at the options available can be confusing and frustrating, so in this episode, I'll be going over how to find out what you need to know and make an educated choice when it comes to fuel additives.

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