Think farm fuel.
Think Certas Energy.
A farmer’s work is never done. From shed building to livestock management, you need to be able to perform at your peak over the coming months – and so does your machinery.
Managing fuel and lubricant supply is essential for keeping your machinery moving through the seasons. With careful forward planning, you can ensure your farm runs efficiently, productively, and even sustainably. But what products should you be prioritising?
To save you time and energy, we’ve made it simple. Check out our handy A-Z guide to the key products for fuelling your farm.
EXPERTISE. FUEL. INSIGHT.
STOCK UP ON EMISSIONS-REDUCING ADBLUE
AdBlue®
As the journey to Net Zero 2050 accelerates, the drive to minimise environmental impact ramps up.
AdBlue is an effective, seamless and readily-available solution for reducing harmful emissions from diesel-powered farm machinery.
If your machinery’s engines are fitted with SCR catalysts, using AdBlue can help reduce Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions, meeting the standards for Euro 5 and Euro 6 engines, while also lowering engine operating costs.
AdBlue is particularly impactful at this busy time of year, when machinery is operating at high capacity, so check stocks are sufficient to see you through busier periods.
MINIMISE UNPLANNED DOWNTIME
Additives
It is imperative that your machinery is ready to perform at its best, when you need it most.
Our range of additives allows you to keep your machinery in top condition, helping reduce the cost of maintaining and replacing parts, as well as improving fuel performance and limiting waste.
We offer a range of additives, including gas oil conditioner, anti-bug kill, anti-wax, fuel store plus, and diesel power restorer, and are always on hand to offer advice on the right solution for your machinery’s needs.
SUSTAINABLE FARMING FUTURE
Alternative fuels
Although agriculture was largely unaffected by the recent red diesel reform, some farmers took the opportunity to re-evaluate their fuel choices and seek alternatives that fitted with their long-term sustainability objectives. As decarbonisation regulations become stricter, more farmers will be encouraged to forgo traditional fuels and take up the cleaner-burning baton.
The good news is that there are drop-in diesel alternatives that can instantly reduce emissions. So, you can have a productive, more sustainable season, without delay or disruption.
Find out more about the drop-in diesel alternatives that can instantly reduce emissions such as GTL Fuel and HVO in our guide.
THE CLEANER FUEL ALTERNATIVE
GTL Fuel
GTL Fuel (gas to liquid fuel) is a diesel alternative that can be used seamlessly in on and off-road machinery and equipment. Simply drop in and go.
Benefits include:
• non-toxic, biodegradable and less harmful to the environment
• no engine or infrastructure modifications needed
• FAME-free
• long shelf life
• reduced noise pollution
FUEL A LOW CARBON FUTURE
HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil)
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is a 100% biodegradable, drop-in renewable diesel made from vegetable fats and oils.
Benefits include:
• up to 90% reduction in CO2 emissions – instantly
• no engine or infrastructure modifications needed
• FAME, sulphur and fossil free
• cleaner burning
• long shelf life
KEEP YOUR MACHINERY MOVING SMOOTHLY
Lubricants
Changing weather, uncertain yields and other unexpected issues can cause a lot of unpredictability for farmers. The last thing farmers need is underperforming machinery or unplanned downtime.
Lubricants are a vital cog in farming operations, helping to maintain high productivity levels and minimise costly repairs.
Approved by many agricultural OEMs, including Massey Ferguson, Case, New Holland, John Deere and Fendt, we supply high-performing lubricants to suit all your farm’s machinery needs, from universal tractor and hydraulic oils to transmission fluids and screen wash.
PRIORITISE FUEL SAFETY
Tanks
With the flurry of farming activity at this time of year, it is easy to see how fuel safety could get pushed down the priority list. However, farmers can be held liable for any contamination, pollution or spills that result from unsafe fuel storage – risking prosecution and costly fines.
So, here’s a reminder to take stock and check that your tanks are sound. It is important to remember that fuel delivery drivers are obliged to refuse to fill up a storage tank if it is deemed to be unsafe for refuelling. This can lead to interruption in fuel supply and unexpected downtime, negatively impacting productivity at a critical time in the farming calendar.
With 110% integrally bunded tanks designed to meet or exceed local environmental guidelines, fuel storage standards and manufacturing regulations, we can advise on the tank solutions best suited to your needs, all year round.
KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON FUEL
Telemetry - Fuel Monitoring Solutions
Farmers across the country will be filling up their fuel tanks just as the nights are getting darker – making it an opportune time for thieves to strike.
Fuel theft is an increasing risk for farmers but solutions such as tank locks and tank monitoring technologies can help keep your fuel safe and secure. Our wirelessly-fitted telemetry system FuelWise enables real-time remote fuel monitoring, with automatic alerts triggered in the event of a sudden drop in levels, which could indicate theft or a leak. Automatic top-ups can also be set-up so that you never run out of fuel, giving you all-important peace of mind and allowing you to focus on what you do best.
