Top tips for winter operations

Win At Winter: Keep Your Construction Site Fuelled, Productive & Protected

Winter is one of the most demanding seasons for construction. Frozen machinery, colder working conditions, reduced daylight, and weather-driven delays all threaten productivity. The right fuel strategy is key to keeping plants running, protecting equipment, and ensuring your workforce stays warm and safe.

Our winter fuel guide brings together everything you need for a reliable, cost-effective, winter-ready construction site.

Choose the right fuels

As temperatures drop, selecting the right fuel is essential to keeping your business running smoothly. Whether you’re maintaining operations or heating the office, using fuels designed for stability in varying conditions ensures a hassle-free winter.

Construction sites rely heavily on fuel for a variety of reasons including heating, power generation and running essential machinery. Choosing the right winter-grade products helps prevent costly downtime.

Therma35 Industrial Heating Oil

Perfect for heating welfare cabins, building dryers, space heaters, and temporary heating systems.
Benefits include:

– Reliable winter performance.
– BS2869 Class D compliant.
– Zero bio content, reducing risk of waxing.
– Long-term storage stability.
– Cost-effective alternative to gas oil or red diesel for heating applications.

Therma35 keeps your site warm, dry, and productive — helping you Win at Winter from day one.

Diesel for Winter Machinery Performance

White diesel remains essential for on-road vehicles, generators, and certain plant machinery. In winter:

– Use winter-grade diesel to prevent gelling.
– Keep tanks topped up to reduce condensation.
– Regularly check filters for ice or water build-up.

Maintaining clean, winter-ready diesel ensures reliable starts and reduces breakdowns during freezing conditions.

HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil): A Cleaner, Winter-Resilient Alternative

HVO is becoming increasingly popular across construction due to its sustainability and performance. Key winter advantages:

– Exceptional cold flow properties — performs reliably in freezing temperatures.
– Drop-in replacement for diesel (no equipment modifications needed).
– Up to 90% reduction in net CO₂ emissions.
– Cleaner burn reduces engine wear and improves reliability in cold weather.

Using HVO helps future-proof your site, reduce downtime, and support sustainability commitments — all while performing superbly during winter.

Don’t Let Low Fuel Levels Freeze Your Progress

Fuel consumption increases significantly in winter due to heating demand and machinery working harder in cold conditions. Running low on fuel can halt plant operations, drying schedules, and welfare heating all at once.

Why Winter Fuel Management Matters

– Diesel engines can struggle with low or poor-quality fuel.
– Cold weather accelerates waxing in bio-blended fuels.
– Heating oils run faster during freezing periods.
– Bulk tanks naturally attract condensation in cold conditions.

Whether you’re using diesel, HVO, or Therma35, keeping tanks topped up and monitored is essential.

Order Early Before Weather Disrupts Deliveries

Winter weather — snow, frost, flooding, storms — can impact site access and fuel delivery schedules. With a fleet of 900+ delivery vehicles, Certas Energy works hard to reach every site, but severe conditions can still cause delays.

Stay Ahead with Early Ordering

– Order diesel, HVO, and heating oil ahead of forecasted cold snaps.
– Build buffer stock to avoid emergency callouts.
– Plan deliveries around key project phases (internal fit-outs, concrete curing, drying stages).
– Use Therma35’s long shelf life to store well in advance.

Planning ahead ensures your site stays fuelled and fully operational, even during extreme weather.

Win At Winter With A Fuel Expert Supporting Your Site

Construction sites need a supplier who understands how winter affects machinery, heating systems, and delivery logistics.

Certas Energy Helps Construction Sites With:

– Winter-grade diesel.
– Low-emission HVO.
– High-performance Therma35 industrial heating oil.
– Local specialist teams who understand regional winter challenges.
– Fuel management support for multi-site operations.
– Advice on storage, tank care, and winter protection.

With expert guidance and reliable supply, your project is positioned to Win at Winter throughout the coldest months.

Win at Winter 2025 With Certas Energy

With the right combination of diesel, HVO, and industrial heating oil, construction sites can stay productive, reduce downtime, and overcome the challenges of Winter 2025.

Fuel your success this winter — and keep your site moving with Certas Energy.