Saving Up on the Gas On-site

Construction companies use up a lot of fuel for their various tasks, from transporting building materials to powering up generators for nighttime use when the main grid is out. Even if you have a ready on-site fuel service to top off your team’s vehicles for the work ahead, some issues can still nag at managers and work crews alike. You can solve these with a number of handy tips.

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On Fuels and Disaster Preparedness

Fuel is necessary to drive industries and twenty-first century living. Fuel is especially necessary during calamities. When energy power is challenged, people scramble to make do with their rationed power; after all, people still need to cook food, power up generators, and keep their appliances and automobiles running. One would be in a precarious position if one’s household is not prepared for such an event. It is a wise move, for instance, to store fuel in anticipation of power outages caused by weather-related incidents.

Keep in mind, though, that storing fuel has its own risks. For instance, storing fuel in inappropriate containers can lead to gasoline leaks, fires, and other health hazards. To avoid such incidents from happening, one should store such dangerous chemicals in proper containers. Other safety measures pertaining to proper fuel storage would be keeping containers in a dry, isolated area far away from fire hazards such as appliances, electric outlets, and even direct sunlight; routinely checking containers for possible leaks is also good practice.

It would also be good practice to determine what kind of fuel one’s appliances need first so that one would know what fuel needs to be stored in case of emergencies. Most types of fuel have varying shelf lives, and as such, stockpiling on fuel that one might not even use is counterintuitive; knowing what kind of fuel and how much fuel one needs would be helpful in mitigating expenses.

Having the right kind of fuel safely in storage would ease things somewhat for you by having enough power to use your appliances to survive an emergency.

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Fueling service on the go

Probably the most difficult aspect of working heavy equipment such as generators, cranes, bulldozers, heavy trucks, and more at a remote location is re-fueling. Traditionally, a construction firm would set up its own fuel and lubricant depot, but this has proven quite costly. So where does one find gas in the middle of nowhere? The answer lies with on site fuel service.

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Refueling Service—Maintaining Safety Onsite

Gasoline is highly flammable. You’ve probably seen in movies how it can easily be lit by a cigarette ember or a tiny spark from a faulty circuit, and burning gasoline is often followed by a massive explosion. Well, in real life it could be a lot worse, which is why gas stations strictly prohibit any act that could cause fire, especially when refilling at a gas station.

The same or even stricter rules are observed when servicing or refilling at a gas station, simply because the volume of gasoline involved here is much bigger. Gasoline from suppliers is delivered to the gas station via large tanker trucks. The safety protocol in this kind of service starts as soon as the tankers leave from the terminals. Although spills may leave less environmental damage on land than in the ocean, oil transportation should still be done the safest way possible.

Most gasoline stations are actually built according to safety specifications, from their electrical systems to the parking space. Workers are also well-oriented with the safety procedures when accommodating tanker trucks into the station for fuel servicing. There are stations that even postpone their refilling service until their tanks are refueled to maintain optimum protection.

A well-defined protocol in fuel servicing eliminates the potential for disasters that can take lives and destroy the environment. Owners of gas stations must consider looking for reliable refueling services considering that they are the ones that implement the most trusted safety standards in their services. 

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Situations that Call for On Site Fuel Services

Bad weather is cited as the leading cause of fuel shortages in the U.S., with notables like Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and Hurricane Ike in 2008. Hurricanes, winter storms, and the like push the demand for oil as people flock to gas stations to buy fuel for their heaters and household power generators. In addition, bad weather can damage roads, highways, power stations, and other infrastructure, leading to heavy-duty repairs and stalled production lines that also drive gas prices up.

Oil disasters like the April 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil rig tragedy have an even more significant impact since they directly affect the country’s oil supply. Oil disasters can also force the government to impose restrictions and penalties to oil companies, which translate to higher fuel costs and, in turn, more fuel shortages. The Deepwater Horizon disaster, in particular, cost the economy about $14 billion.

The U.S. is currently the world’s leading oil consumer, requiring 18.5 million barrels every day to sustain itself. As such, energy emergencies can take a great toll on the nation’s economy, as evidenced by the U.S. Energy Department’s Emergency Situation Reports from 2003 to 2013. Reliable providers of on site fuel service played a huge role in preventing these situations from getting worse.

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Construction Site Tips: Recovering from a Tornado

The frequency of tornadoes in Texas can be handful to deal with for people working in the construction business. A single storm can delay a project for months. Luckily, you can help speed up the recovery process by following these simple tips:

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On-Site Refueling and Disaster Response

Disaster response is nothing short of an essential skill governments around the world have to develop and hone. In the U.S., hurricanes such as Katrina, had put disaster response agencies, namely the United States Air Force, to the ultimate test. Aircraft capable of search and rescue, as well as airlift operations in disaster areas, were tapped as they were badly needed.

However, with most of the USAF's assets conducting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, the pool of available aircraft wasn't enough to cover every affected area. Civilian aircraft had to pitch in into disaster relief operations to compensate for this. They worked day and night to help as many victims as possible with the resources available.

The operations required tons of fuel; the hurricane cut much of Louisiana off from vital gas and oil supplies. Fortunately, emergency fuel services were called in to provide military and civilian aircraft with much needed fuel for sustained operations. In many cases, the aircraft were "refueled hot" or refueled with the engines on to get back to the rescue effort quickly.

The airlift operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina would go on to become the largest deployment of military forces for a civil support mission in U.S. history. Out of more than 12,000 helicopter sorties, it rescued 15,000 citizens and ferried 80,000 out of disaster zones. Thanks to on-site fuel services keeping the sorties all tanked up, Katrina's damage was mitigated.

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Tanker Trucks and Fuel Transportation

One of the primary duties of an oil company is to ensure the proper transportation of gasoline and other petroleum products. Since most people rely on fuel resources, it is essential that the fuel delivered to the company’s clients arrive safely and on time.

The common mode for transporting large quantities of fuel is through fuel trucks, also known as tankers. These tankers are specially designed with trailers that can carry gallons of liquid for easy transportation. Oil companies utilize multiple tankers for multiple clients. Depending on the quantity needed by customers, oil companies use different kinds of tankers in their business.

The function of each type of oil tanker is the same—to carry and secure loads of oil using its sealed tank and to transport these to a specific destination. The difference lies in the quantity of fuel the tanker transports. Oil tankers are classified into light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty tankers, depending on the maximum amount of fuel the tanker is allowed to carry and transport. These tanker types are allowed and capable of collecting and releasing the required amount of fuel solely for the purpose of securing and transporting the important cargo—and not for any other function.

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Apache Fleet Fuel Programs and On Site Fuel Service

Apache Oil Company is the first choice in Southeast Texas for fleet fuel programs and on site fuel services by a locally owned company. Our expert staff will meet with you face to face and understand what your business needs are, and how Apache fleet fuel programs and on site fuel services will fit your needs and take un-necessary work out of your business.

How does that work, you ask?

First, our account manager will visit your company or site, and understand the fueling requirements in your business. No obligation, on your terms. Most of our account managers are veteran distribution experts and former fleet managers themselves, not simply order-takers who sold some other product line last month and rely on second-hand information from subject matter experts back at the office.

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On Site Fuel Service Ensures Efficiency of Snow Removal Companies

The snow and sleet are bound to result in icy roads, making driving difficult for those who live in affected areas. To avoid such hazardous conditions, municipal government leaders and commercial establishment owners will have to rely on efficient snow removal services to get the snow and ice off the roads. Meanwhile, snow removal companies will greatly benefit from on site fuel service providers to ensure they effectively fulfill the tasks expected of them.

The machines and equipment typically used to eliminate snow in roadways and driveways are known for heavy fuel consumption. As such, owners of snow removal businesses can consider a dependable onsite fuel service to keep their operations uninterrupted by a lack of fuel. The efficient operation of these snow and ice-removing equipment is necessary to get the job done in a timely manner.

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The Benefit of Having Fuel Delivery On-Site to Construction Projects

Compared to several other industries, the operations for construction and development is a lot more tedious physically. It can be a new building or a road extension in the middle of downtown, or a new house or hospital in a more rural area. Whatever the case may be, each project will undoubtedly require the use of heavy equipment for its completion. 

While the chore of getting the crane or forklift to the construction site is necessary, having to take the equipment away just to refuel can prove to be a great inconvenience. Not only does it slow down the completion of the project, the nuisance of having to bring the equipment back and forth to the site can be exhausting for the construction team. 

While having fuel brought to the site can eliminate this problem, it is also a task often done by the construction team itself. This means taking away from important construction time, and possible union issues if they are tasked to do it after hours. 

Thankfully, there are now companies who are authorized to provide on-site fuel service. No matter what the location, type of equipment, kind or amount of fuel, authorized suppliers should very well be capable of meeting all fuel requirements. This can be done after hours, therefore not getting in the way of construction time or taking away from the project’s manpower.

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Cut Fuel Surcharges, Let Fuel Come to the Trucks

Some services make customers pay for the amount of fuel that would be used to complete the service such as airlines. This is known as “fuel surcharge,” possibly one of few instances where the cost of fuel is passed onto the customers. Unfortunately, as far as customer satisfaction is concerned, this is among the least understood aspects of pricing goods and services.

Suppose you like to buy cheese from Wisconsin, but you live in neighboring Minnesota. Trucks or delivery vehicles have to make the long trip across the border to deliver the cheese to your doorstep, if not to your local grocery store. This is likely the reason for Wisconsin cheese being more affordable in Wisconsin than in the rest of the country. You’re paying for the logistics.

It’s unclear how much fuel surcharges affect food prices, but this is basically how fuel surcharges work. Many people don’t like the idea, but businesses run on black gold. If the average cost per mile is pegged at $1.00 for truckers, at least 35 cents go to making sure the truck is all tanked up.

Onsite fuel services reduce fuel surcharges by bringing the fuel to the fleet instead of the other way around. Trucks and logistics vehicles can leave the premises with a full tank instead of traveling to the nearest gas station to do so. If the truck has some gas left, onsite refueling will fill the remainder without the truck going anywhere.

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