In many ways, oil boilers can be similar to gas boilers. However, there are some key differences to know, and if your boiler runs out of fuel, air may get trapped in the fuel line and stop the boiler from completely working. In this blog, we are going to briefly explain how an oil boiler […]
Red diesel is an incredibly common fuel in the UK, used for a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial purposes. Red diesel is also known by a number of different names and nicknames, including cherry juice, marine diesel, tractor diesel, generator diesel, and gas oil. It is also sometimes referred to as 35-second oil, […]
Ceramic Ceramic space heaters channel electricity through metal coils in order to heat them up, which in turn heats up the ceramic plating surrounding them, radiating the heat into the room. Ceramic heaters have an average efficiency, and how you use it will determine its value for money. The ceramic plating takes a while to […]
Is biodiesel really a green fuel? In this article, we are going to be breaking down the facts and explaining if it’s true. As we are approaching 2023 with an open mind to becoming a cleaner and more sustainable future, there are many new ways to be greener. Biodiesel is a fuel that’s one-of-a-kind. It […]
Guide To Red Diesel Like so many fuels in our industry, red diesel has collected an impressive number of alternative monikers and nicknames over the years. Red diesel is sometimes referred to as rebated diesel, medium diesel, agricultural diesel, tractor diesel, marine diesel, cherry juice, cherry red, gas oil, and 35 second oil. Quite the […]
Ceramic A ceramic home space heater utilises metal coils attached to ceramic plating. Channeling electricity through these coils causes the ceramic plate to heat up and start radiating heat into the room. Ceramic heaters tend to be compact and easy to position, but can sometimes struggle to heat larger spaces. They can be fitted with […]
At Compass Fuels, we know that fuel contamination can be a costly fix. But it’s easier to prevent than you think. In this article, we are going to give you a clear answer on how to identify fuel contamination. Fuel within your tank is not completely secure from the weather outside. The damp and freezing […]
Compass Fuels is known for providing high-quality fuel oil products, services like fuel transfers and waste fuel removal, and UK-wide next day fuel delivery. We offer fuel products and services of an impeccable standard to a wide range of industries such as construction, industrial, maritime, and commercial and domestic heating. But did you know we […]
The government is implementing changes to red diesel (off-road diesel) taxation, effective from 1st April 2022. These new regulations reduced the number of industries in which red diesel is allowed to be used, meaning that those industries which were removed would have to purchase non rebated fuel at a tax rate of 57.95 pence per […]
We are all looking for little ways to save money this year. Due to the energy price rise, a lot of homeowners are searching for life hacks to cut bills shorter. At Compass Fuels, we have gathered a range of life hacks to help you save money and energy this winter. Use a bedsheet to […]
