25th March 2025

During the summer months, stored diesel fuel can face a range of issues that affect its quality, efficiency, and longevity. Proper fuel storage and maintenance become critical to prevent problems such as fuel degradation, microbial growth, and increased water contamination.

Fuel Degradation and Oxidation:
High temperatures accelerate the oxidation process in diesel fuel. When diesel is exposed to heat and oxygen, it forms gum-like substances and sediments, which can clog filters and fuel injectors. This oxidation leads to reduced combustion efficiency and increased emissions. Over time, degraded diesel may cause engine performance issues, including loss of power and increased fuel consumption.

 

Microbial Growth:
Warm, stagnant diesel storage conditions create the perfect environment for microbial contamination. Bacteria, fungi, and algae thrive in the presence of water and organic material within the fuel. These microbes form sludge and biofilm, which can clog filters and corrode fuel system components, leading to expensive repairs and system failures.

Water Contamination:
Summer heat leads to temperature fluctuations that cause condensation inside fuel storage tanks. This accumulated moisture mixes with the fuel, promoting microbial growth and corrosion. Water contamination reduces diesel quality and can result in injector damage and poor engine performance.

The Solution: Fuel Polishing…
A Fuel Polishing System is an effective method for maintaining diesel fuel quality in storage. This process involves filtering and removing contaminants such as water, microbial growth, sludge and sediment from stored fuel. By continuously or periodically polishing diesel, businesses can extend fuel life, reduce maintenance costs, and ensure optimal engine performance. Fuel polishing also helps prevent clogged filters and injectors, reducing downtime and equipment failure.

WASP Fuel Polishing Systems
Regularly filtering your fuel to remove free and emulsified water, sludge, bacteria, particulates and other contaminants from diesel fuel.
We can offer a wide range of solutions, including both fixed, mobile and fully customisable systems, with a variety of ‘add-on’ options to suit any application.

Stored fuel quality maintained – Engine efficiency maintained – Lower emissions – Fuel longevity improved – Reduced maintenance cost – Improved system resilience – Reduced fuel costs – Reduced environmental impact

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