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How to Calculate Fuel Consumption Per Hour? Fuel Consumption Calculator

Nov 28, 2024

Fuel consumption is calculated by dividing the amount of fuel used by the total operating hours and is measured in liters or gallons per hour. For instance, a machine consuming 50 gallons over 10 hours has a fuel consumption of 5 gallons per hour. Accurate tracking helps manage costs, as fuel can account for 30…
How Fuel is Made

Nov 12, 2024

Fuel production involves refining and blending crude oil, natural gas, coal, and biomass. As of 2024, fuel is produced through processes like crude oil extraction, fractional distillation, conversion methods such as cracking and reforming, and the blending of various components with additives to meet specific performance and quality standards. Did you know that over 80%…
The Impact of Fuel Management in the Construction Industry

Nov 7, 2024

Effective fuel management is mandatory for the construction sector, the third-largest consumer of fuel in the U.S. as of 2022, consuming approximately 7% of total energy. It enhances profitability by tracking usage, reducing waste, optimizing machinery efficiency, and enabling cost savings through bulk purchases, fuel cards, trusted fuel delivery, and operational streamlining that reduces downtime.…
What is the Best Gas to Use for Your Vehicle?

Nov 5, 2024

The best gas to use for your vehicle is Top Tier™ certified gasoline with the octane rating recommended in your owner’s manual. Top Tier fuel contains enhanced detergents that remove carbon deposits, improve combustion, and extend engine life compared to non-certified fuels. Many drivers struggle to pick the right fuel for their vehicle’s engine. This…
Different Types of Construction Vehicles for Your Fleet

Oct 24, 2024

Common construction vehicles include bulldozers, excavators, loaders, scrapers, dump trucks, concrete mixers, cranes, and forklifts. These vehicles are categorized into earthmoving, material handling, and road construction equipment. The right selection of vehicles for a fleet is crucial for managing project costs and timelines. Choosing the right construction vehicles for your fleet is a key decision…
Why Is It Called Gasoline

Oct 22, 2024

Gasoline is called that because it comes from “gasolene,” a 19th-century British trade name combining “gas” (from coal gas or lighting oil) and the chemical suffixes “-ol” and “-ine.” The term evolved from a fuel brand called “Cazeline,” which later changed to “Gasoline” in the United States. Did you know the US is the world’s…
3 Types of Fuel: Uses, Examples & Which One You Need

Oct 15, 2024

Fuels are classified into three main types: solid (coal, wood) for heating and industry, liquid (diesel, gasoline) for transportation, and gaseous (natural gas, LPG) for cooking and power. Each differs in energy output, storage, and application across homes, industries, and vehicles. In May 2024, the world consumed about 102.04 million barrels of liquid fuel every…
Diesel vs Gas Engines: Differences Between Gas and Diesel Engines

Oct 10, 2024

Diesel engines ignite fuel using high compression, while gas engines use spark plugs to ignite a gasoline-air mixture. Diesel engines produce more torque and better fuel efficiency, making them common in trucks and heavy equipment. Gas engines run quieter, accelerate faster, and are typically cheaper to purchase and maintain. Curious which is better, diesel vs…
Top 5 Generator Fuel Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Oct 8, 2024

Common generator fuel mistakes include using the wrong fuel type, ignoring storage guidelines, underestimating fuel consumption, refueling a hot generator, and neglecting fuel system maintenance. Avoiding these mistakes helps ensure generator reliability, prevent damage, and extend equipment lifespan. Suppose a natural disaster or a calamity hits, cutting off power to your business premises. Your diesel…
Fuel Logic’s Stories from the Road: Powering ‘BAZZAR’ Magic Under Cirque du Soleil’s Big Top

Oct 3, 2024

Source: Cirque du Soleil Bazzar In 2024, Fuel Logic provided 20,000 to 24,000 gallons of fuel monthly, or 4,000 to 5,000 gallons weekly, for Cirque du Soleil’s BAZZAR North American tour, delivering bulk fuel three to four times a week to on-site tanks for generators and equipment. When soaring blue and white striped tents –…