Our Mid-County Premium Winter Fuel additives are specifically formulated for use in all types of diesel including biodiesel blends . Our combination of WASA , Cold Flow Improvers and De-icer added to our premium fuel package will provide cold weather protection without sacrificing fuel economy .

Here are some items to think about in preparation for winter . Bio Diesel is mandated in Minnesota for all # 2 fuel intended for internal combustion engines . You do not need to have Bio Diesel for fuel oil furnaces . # 1 fuel is also exempt from the Bio mandate year-round . A winter blend of 60 % # 2 , and 40 % # 1 will actually have a 3 % Bio Diesel content .

We receive several requests throughout the year to sell non-bio diesel . Unfortunately , we are not allowed to deviate from the state mandate .

We will start to offer bulk delivery of winter blends in late October all the way into March . Remember , your tank must be low in order to have the full effect of a winter blend . If your tank is half full , and we fill your tank with winter blend , you are not fully blended for complete winter protection . We usually blend 60 % # 2 , and 40 % # 1 for bulk deliveries . But if there is an extended cold snap , we may blend 50 / 50 % to make sure no issues arise . If your tank still has fuel in it at the end of the season , we can add straight # 1 to achieve the correct blend percentage .

Change your filters ! It is cheap insurance to change your fuel filters every season on your tanks and equipment . Water is your enemy , especially in winter ! Also remember that newer equipment has finer micron filters creating more of an issue . We have several different tank filters in stock for you at all times , and at very reasonable prices .

At our convenience stores , beginning December 1st , our winter fuel additives and blending are as follows :

Cologne Holiday : High Speed Diesel - dispensers 9,10,11 100 % # 2 Diesel with Winter Additive good to + 10 F Regular Speed Diesel - dispensers 12 & 13 60 % # 2 Diesel & 40 % # 1 with Winter Additive good to -30 F

Waverly Holiday : Regular Speed Diesel – dispensers 7 & 8 60 % # 2 Diesel & 40 % # 1 with Winter Additive good to -30 F

When we deliver bulk fuels , we have a more tailored program to meet your needs . We can offer straight # 2 fuels , straight # 1 fuels or blends . When winter is in full swing , we typically will blend 60 % # 2 and 40 % # 1 with an additive to easily achieve a fuel that will flow under -30 below . There are other factors to consider with winter fuels :

Bio Diesel – What do I do if I still have B20 left in my tank ? Tank Filters & What Micron to use – How often should I change filters on my storage tank & equipment ? Water in Tanks – How do I know if I have water in my tanks or equipment ? Answers to these questions are different for everyone and there is no “ one size fits all ” answer . Please call us at 952-466-3720 with any questions relating to your energy needs .

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