HVO
Biofuel
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil – The future-oriented diesel substitute.
Advantages
HVO
Your advantages at a glance:
- CO2 emissions are reduced immediately.
- No investments in the existing vehicle fleets are required.
- The renewable proportion in the fuel can be selected flexibly.
- Represents the most cost-effective measure for reducing CO2 in the fuel sector.
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Field of application
HVO is currently available at specific filling stations (currently available in Lyss). Its use is particularly recommended for Commercial enterprises with their own storage and refueling of their vehicles. This includes Transport companies, agricultural businesses and construction machinery companies etc.
HVO is Fully compatible with all common diesel engines and the entire existing distribution infrastructure – from the refinery to the tank system to the end consumer. The changeover is made by simply refueling, allowing you to start reducing emissions immediately.
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Storage requirements
Hydrogenated vegetable oils (HVO) can be used in your existing tank infrastructure. When planning new or additional tanks we will be happy to advise you to find the optimum solution.
If you intend to use existing tank systems for HVO, please note the following technical requirements:
- All tanks must be cleaned beforehand.
- Interior coatings must be removed.
- Existing interior coatings must be subjected to a detailed inspection.
- In most cases, tank liners must be removed and replaced with compatible materials.
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Tank cleaning
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Facts and figures
Here you will find current information:
Cetane numbers
The higher cetane number of HVO leads to significantly more efficient combustion compared to fossil diesel. Despite the lower density, there is no additional consumption in practice compared to fossil diesel.
Pollutants
In contrast to fossil diesel, HVO is practically free of sulphur and aromatics. This means that almost no nitrogen oxides and soot particles are produced during combustion. This leads to improved air quality and less pollution for people and the environment.
Frequently asked questions:
Does HVO develop a typical diesel odor?
No. HVO is largely odorless in liquid and gaseous form.
Is every diesel engine suitable for operation with HVO?
In principle, operation is possible. However, to be absolutely sure, it is advisable to consult the vehicle manufacturer or supplier. You can find more information on this website.