The first official day of summer is approaching fast and high temperatures can put more stress on diesel engines and their cooling systems. Especially if you are in an area that regularly hits triple digits, there are some important steps you should take to make sure your diesel engine equipment is prepared for the summer […]
Any good heavy duty equipment owner or fleet manager constantly thinks about ways to control the maintenance budget and minimize cost per mile for operating his vehicles. One way some might do this is by using the cheapest engine oil available. Although it’s a basic component that everyone is familiar with, there is a common […]
We have covered the basics of diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning and maintenance and how the DPF affects your overall exhaust system in previous blog posts. With the expansion of our DPF services in collaboration with the proprietary solutions and techniques developed by DPF Alternatives, now is the perfect time to take a deeper dive […]
In 2007, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued new mandates for the regulation of diesel engine exhaust. The need to comply with these changes, along with evolving technology, have led to significant changes in how diesel exhaust systems work. With those changes comes increasing responsibility of operators to understand how their system works and how […]
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) plays an important part in the health of your diesel engine equipment. This exhaust after treatment device filters out particles like ash, soot and unburned hydrocarbons that can hurt your engine’s efficiency and cause damage over time. The DPF works as part of the exhaust system, and it’s helpful to […]
You may already know how the cooling system of your diesel engine equipment can affect its performance and safety. But did you know the diesel particulate filter (DPF) can also have a big impact on the efficiency of your heavy equipment? If your equipment has a DPF, it’s important to understand its function and to […]