For those of you who have waited, the day has finally arrived. Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) is here. In an attempt to clear up some of the misconceptions and misinformation on the EPA and ASTM requirements for ULSD I will try to set the record straight. You will first notice that this is very clear [...]
NCWM’s Premium Diesel Fuel Standards & Tests
The following are the five performance properties that comprise the National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM) Premium Diesel Fuel Standards. As of 2004, a Fuel marketer must meet all of these standards in order to be able to advertise a fuel as "Premium Diesel" in states that adopt the NCWM standards. 1. Energy (Btu) Content: The fuel must have [...]
