Mid-County Messenger Page 4 www . midcountycoop . com Spring 2009 Mid-County Fuels & Energy Delivery
Ruby Fieldmaster is the way to go
Don ’ t sacrifice power or your engines on low-quality diesel fuel . These days all fuel prices seem high and then the next day they seem low . There might be days when nonpremium grades such as # 2 fuel oil will sell for less than a premium diesel fuel . Some buyers probably figure they can save a few cents per gallon .
Wrong . Even though it might cost less per gallon , # 2 ’ s power loss subtracts more than the savings differential . Recent detailed field tests showed big performance differences due to the product superiority of Cenex brand Ruby Fieldmaster B2 premium diesel fuel over # 2 fuel oil :
• Up to 5 % increase in power and efficiency
• Easier , quicker starting with less smoke .
• No visible wear on injection pump versus visible wear in 12 different areas with the # 2 fuel oil .
• Lower emissions : range from 2.6 % to 9.1 % less than the # 2 fuel oil .
The field tests showed advantages for Ruby Fieldmaster B2 , which utilizes a comprehensive , balanced additive package designed for agriculture , construction , and on-the-road
Quay Zander Petroleum Operations ( 952 ) 466-3727 quayz @ midcountycoop . com
usage . Its properties also enhance storability , an important feature for farmers and others who store diesel in bulk tanks . It ’ s widely known that regular # 2 is prone to storage problems . The additive package in Ruby Fieldmaster B2 includes :
• High Cetane for quicker , more efficient starting to use less fuel and minimize engine wear and tear .
• Detergents : Superior rating to ensure clean injectors for maximum power and fuel economy .
• Lubricity enhancers : Reduce injector and injector pump wear . 10-15 % better lubricity
than standard # 2 diesel .
• Water Emulsifiers : Reduce water retention and emulsion , forces water to tank bottoms for easy drainage .
• Corrosion inhibitors : Prevent costly rust and corrosion in your engine . Also extend pump life .
• Fuel Stabilizers : Provide longer fuel life .
• Tracer : Invisible marker for quality control .
Ruby Fieldmaster B2 is a true premium diesel fuel that ensures high quality and consistent performance . Don ’ t take chances with anything inferior for your valued equipment . While you are at it , spring is a great time to put on a fresh fuel filter on your storage tank or add one on if not equipped . With the newer equipment filtering the diesel fuel at a finer micron , you can do the same at the storage tank . A key to success : use a filter with an efficiency rating that matches those on your equipment . Contact the Petroleum Department for any questions you may have . As a side note , May 1st , 2009 , Minnesota will switch from a B2 blend to a B5 blend . Have a safe and successful spring .
Mid-County Energy hosted a successful Energy Update Event Feb . 25 , 2009 . CHS District Managers presenting included : Lance Prouty , Matt Kumm , Scott Rohlik , Ray Hamdorf , and Mid-County Energy Specialist Raf Lozada . The event covered lubricants , warranty programs , equipment , premium fuels , bioproducts , propane and market updates and trends .