Homepage Biofuel to Biofool With the ever increasing prices of Diesel, couriers are constantly looking at ways in which to keep the cost down and to remain competitive, in a tough market place. With all the hype of biofuels, in particular Biodiesel, there seems to be a growing demand among the haulage sector. With a reasonable differential in price, savings can be made, unfortunately there is a downside. Unless the fuel is from a recognised producer, supplier or distributor, the chances are, you are putting your business and vehicles along with your livelihood, into your own hands, at risk. Many individuals are jumping on the bandwagon and have seized the opportunity to supply an alternative fuel, offering immense savings, typically 20 pence per litre saving. As always, “if it is too good to be true, it usually is”, such savings may cost you in the long run, without any recompense. The supplier disappears and your vehicle stops, just when you needed it the most. New vehicle components and being off the road, soon amount to a cost greater than the overall saving, that you thought you were going to make. So was it worth it? Biodiesel is made from waste or used cooking oil, as well as virgin feedstocks, such as rapeseed or Soya. In the UK, the predominant raw material used in biodiesel production is cooking oil. However, it is refined and filtered to meet a reasonable standard quality before it is even processed into biodiesel. The conversion process of the oil into biodiesel is an art, involving chemicals, such as caustic soda and methanol. At the end of being converted into biodiesel, it is washed to remove the caustic soda. Washed properly, there is no risk to the vehicle and most quality producers have access to the laboratory and test equipment necessary to ensure that the product meets the European Standard, EN14214. If there is any doubt in the purchasers mind about the fuel being purchased, then ask for the test certificate and make sure it has a recent date on it. If the supplier cannot tell you what the quality is, then the chances are, it might not be anything close to biofuel. Scams are now appearing, with money makers mixing oil with other substances and selling it as biodiesel. There is a risk to the vehicle and to the environment. Rest assured Biofuels, such as biodiesel are here to stay, well, until something else replaces it. Implementing Biodiesel is not as straight forward as many believe. We believe that the transition to biofuel requires the hand holding of fleet operators and gradually convert them to biodiesel, until they are more aware of all the implications. There are organisations that offer engine conversion kits to ensure the transition is smoother and to keep within the warranty guidelines of the vehicle manufacturers. If we ensure that quality fuels are being delivered and used by fleet operators successfully, then we will all have peace of mind, in doing our bit to reduce emissions and save money at the same time. So buyer beware, don’t be a biofool. For warranty information visit: www.bioenerg.co.uk/information-/-downloads/vehicle-warranty-specs Bioener G Ltd are the experts and bulk suppliers of EN14214 quality Biodiesel across the UK and help interested parties implement Biodiesel safely. They work closely with fuel distribution companies. If you have any issues with the site or any feedback please click here Bioener G Ltd, Registered in England No. 5920136, Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Milton Keynes. MK3 6EB Web Design Milton Keynes