subject: The Importance of Cold Flow Improvers This Winter [print this page] The Importance of Cold Flow Improvers This Winter
Cold flow improvers perform a vital role for many individuals and businesses. With the threat of extremely cold temperatures here in the UK and, more crucially, around the world, here are 10 reasons why they could be vital.
1. In extremely low temperatures, there is a risk of diesel turning into waxy crystals. This could affect the vehicle when filling up because it won't pour properly or it could happen inside the vehicle.
2. Once crystallised, these waxy build ups can clog the engine filters of your lorry or car. As the diesel won't be able to get round the vehicle as normal, it could stop it from running.
3. With the increased potential for breakdowns, that means your drivers could be roadside without a functioning vehicle in some of the world's coldest climates, such as Russia or Canada.
4. Breakdowns also cost a lot of money to repair, so by not introducing cold flow improvers, you could be risking huge maintenance costs.
5. As well as costing money to repair, broken down vehicles could stop you from earning your living. Every second spent roadside waiting for recovery and getting the vehicle fixed is lost money.
6. Cold flow improvers reduce the size and shape of the crystal build ups, so they are smaller and don't clog up the engine's filters.
7. If your business involves driving other people about, such as taxi firm or bus company, then you will have a responsibility to ensure your vehicles are as reliable as possible. Otherwise, you risk stranding them as well as your drivers.
8. If you need to store diesel in a cold country, then you will also want to add these chemicals to ensure it's ready for use as and when you need it.
9. It's not just road vehicles that can benefit from these improvers. Aircrafts may also need them to ensure they are able to take off, fly and land in any country and climate.
10. Factory generators often use diesel, too, and keeping them functioning at an optimum level may be the difference between a successful company and a bankrupt one.
If you want to know more about how Cold Flow Improvers and other diesel additives could benefit your life or business, it may be time to visit a company that specialises in providing these chemicals.
