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FUELSTAT® for Microbial Fuel Testing

Managing the Risks of Microbial Contamination in Fuel

The continuous decarbonization efforts of the global maritime industry and recent stringent environmental regulations to minimize the environmental impact provide for growing usage of sustainable biofuels as a blend with conventional diesel fuel in different ratios or as pure product (B100) as substitute for both diesel fuel and marine fuel-grades.

 

However, the chemistry of some these new bio-components has different characteristics and can react differently in presence of environmental element such as water. The presence of excess water will deteriorate the fuel, promote microbial contamination, affect fuel performance, and deteriorate storage tanks, filtration system and ultimately the equipment in which it is used.

Microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and yeast can proliferate in fuel tanks, leading to biofilms and sludge formation, which can clog fuel filters and obstruct fuel lines, causing engine malfunctions or failures. Additionally, microbial activity can produce corrosive by-products that degrade fuel tanks and components.
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Diesel “bug” microbial contamination creates a slime called a biofilm or biomass
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Fuel Tank Microbial Contamination
Focusing on microorganisms and its potential effect on fuel itself and on fuel systems, it is highly recommended to test the environment in which the fuel is being stored.  FUELSTAT® One is a simple on-site test (complying with ASTM D6469 guidance for testing for contamination within 24 hours) to detect microbes that thrive and do damage in fuels with a total time from start to production of detailed electronic report in 15-30 minutes. Advanced lateral flow testing technology means that FUELSTAT® is the only true on-site test that gives dependable results even in the dirtiest of conditions. The kits are self-contained, requiring no additional equipment. They are so easy to use that an individual can carry out the tests with only minimal training.
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Each boxed test kit contains:

 

  • Foil Packed Test Cassette
  • Sample Extraction Bottle
  • Syringe & Extraction Tube
  • Instruction Leaflet
  • Blue Nitrile Gloves

 

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FAST & SIMPLE TEST FOR MICROBIAL CONTAMINATION IN FUEL

 

  • The ultra-simple test that just requires 4 drops of extracted sample
  • Quantative result in 30 mins as opposed to 4-7 days!
  • ‘Test at the tank’ technology - no laboratory required
  • No requirement for additional equipment or sterility measures

 

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FUELSTAT® comes with a FREE App that scans the result instantly after the test has been completed. Use it with your test kit today for:

 

  • Sampling guidelines
  • Step-by-step video test instructions
  • Instant test result verification
  • Print or email PDF test certificate
  • Storage of past results
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Total control of testing with FUELSTAT® Report

 

  • Traceability of compliance centrally
  • Excel format. All microbial testing data on one spreadsheet
  • Fully detailed report can be instantly produced in PDF format
  • Identification of hotspots and trend analysis
  • Planning of correct testing program
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Treatment and Prevention of Water in Fuel using Aquafighter®

 

Aquafighter® filters actively remove bound, suspended and emulsified water out of diesel fuel directly in the tank and keeps it water-free at all times. This is a simple, cost-effective solution to keep fuel tanks free from the problems associated with water in fuel tanks. Aquafighter® filters consist of a reinforced filter membrane containing a specially formulated polymer powder which chemically absorbs the water, swelling in size to the maximum capacity of the filter, with indication by changing colour to a dark reddish-pink.

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  • Long-term & short-term savings on maintenance and capital equipment
  • Demulsifies diesel & biodiesel blends by maintaining water level within fuel specification in the tank at all times
  • Protects fuel tank from microbial growth, corrosion and other related damages due to water accumulation
  • Non-toxic, safe to handle and safe for the environment
  • Stops the domino-effect of water damage from the tank through the fuel system to the engine
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Install an Aquafighter® into your fuel storage tank and with minimum maintenance you can ensure that the water ppm within your fuel remains on-specification and well below saturation levels.
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Aquafighter® products are available in a range of sizes and configurations, each with a different maximum water capacity to suit different tank sizes and openings, some of the Aquafighter® products can capture and remove up to 60 litres of water.