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HVO Cetane Testing
An emergency generator and its associated fuel system need to be ready to go during a commercial power outage. That’s exactly why it was installed in the first place. For many businesses such as telecommunications, data centres, and healthcare facilities, a building power failure is not an option and can be devastating.
Although ISO4406 particulate counts are not part of fuel specification testing characteristics, it is an important measurement and will be a stipulation by a OEM that the fuel has to conform to a specification and possibly an ISO4406 quality conformance, prior to on engine filters.
This article discusses the importance of modern low sulfur diesel fuels, such as EN590 and BS2869, conforming to specific standards for Filter Blocking Tendency (FBT). The maximum allowable FBT limit is 2.52, and failure to meet this standard can result in significant engine issues due to fuel contamination. The article explores common causes of FBT failures, the role of particulate contamination, and the benefits of using additives like Aquasolve to improve fuel quality, reduce emissions, and prevent engine damage.
