Fuel Oil News articles from February 2004

Fuel Oil News archives from February 2004

Report: natural gas crisis cost billions.(Dateline)
February 1, 2004... A report sent to Congress and the Bush Administration by the industrial Energy Consumers of America in December indicated that the price of natural gas increased 83 percent during the 41-month natural gas crisis and has cost consumers over $111...

NTEA publishes 2004 buyers' guide, directory.(Dateline)(National Truck Equipment Association)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Nearly 1,500 companies that manufacture, distribute, install, sell and repair commercial trucks, truck bodies, truck equipment, trailers and accessories are featured in the upcoming National Truck Equipment Association's 2004 Membership Roster...

R.E. Michel opens three new locations.(Dateline)
February 1, 2004... The R.E. Michael Company recently opened three additional sales locations in Florida. The new branches are in Lakeland, Ocala and Sanford, and bring to 12 the number of Florida locations operated as R.E. Michel Company or its affiliate, Hosier...

OPW Fuel Management Systems earns certification upgrade.(Dateline)
February 1, 2004... In December, OPW Fuel Management Systems, a division of OPW Fueling Components, was recommended for upgrade from ISO 9001:1994 to ISO 9001:2000 manufacturing quality standards. Intertek Testing Services conducted the audit of OPW Fuel...

Calmac Manufacturing Corp. redesigns internet home.(Dateline)
February 1, 2004... HVAC engineers, architects and building owners/managers can now log on to Calmac Manufacturing Corp.'s revised and updated Web site, www.calmac.com, to find out about the application of off-peak cooling, otherwise known as Thermal Energy...

NTEA elects officers, nominates candidates.(Dateline)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Rod Robinson, president of WALTCO Truck Equipment, has been elected to serve as the 40th president of the National Truck Equipment Association. He succeeds Vic Tedesco and will be installed as president at the NTEA's 40th Annual Convention in...

Calendar of events.(Dateline)(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... February 17-19 Western Petroleum Marketers Association Convention and Convenience Store Expo. Mirage Convention Center, Las Vegas. Info: (801) 263-WPMA or www.wpma.com. February 29-March 7 Pennsylvania Home Builders Show. State...

Peterbilt career center posts job listings online.(Dateline)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... A new Career Center has been added to Peterbilt's Web site, providing visitors of www.peterbilt.com with listings of job opportunities at Peterbilt and within its dealer network, Peterbilt Motors Company recently announced. The Career...

New onset Web site easier to navigate.(Dateline)(www.onsetcomp.com)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Onset Computer Corporation has launched its newly designed Web site at www.onsetcomp.com. The new site, which was redesigned to make navigation easier, features easy-to-use, drop-down menus that enable visitors to quickly and easily search for...

DM2 Software earns Best Software Award.(Dateline)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... DM2 Software has been named to Best Software's distinguished President's Circle for 2003 for the third consecutive year. DM2 placed among the top 10, also for the third straight year, in the competition among nearly 7,500 business and...

A balancing act.(Editor's Note)(Correction Notice)
February 1, 2004... Cue the calliope and send in the plate-spinners, it's time for the latest edition of "Wheel of Oil Prices." Today's contestants are heating oil customers in the Northeast and automobile drivers throughout the country. Things looked so easy...

Senators urge an increase in LIHEAP spending.(News And Trends)(Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... In December, Sen. John Edwards, D.-N.C., and a bipartisan group of other senators urged President Bush's administration to free up funds to help low income families pay their heating bills this winter. The heating assistance program...

DHS issues advisory on suspicious activity.(News And Trends)
February 1, 2004... On Dec. 11, the Department of Homeland Security issued an advisory on suspicious incidents involving commercial bulk refuelers. Two incidents occurred in North Carolina (Aug. 30, 2003, and Sept. 14, 2003) and involved "Middle Eastern...

PSC chairman asks for probe of natural gas prices.(News And Trends)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... In December, the head of the utility-regulating New York State Public Service Commission called for an investigation into the recent spike in natural gas prices. PSC chairman William Flynn said while there are adequate natural gas supplies...

Gasoline price stability task force created by New York State.(News And Trends)(Gasoline Price Stability Task Force)
February 1, 2004... On Dec. 22, Empire State Petroleum Association executive vice president Tom Peters attended a meeting at the Gov. Pataki's office along with representatives for the governor, for several state agencies, for the major oil companies and for the...

Mills elected president of Oil Heat Council.(News And Trends)(Hudson Valley Oil Heat Council)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Ralph R. Mills of Abbott & Mills Oil Heat in Newburgh, N.Y., has been elected president of the Hudson Valley Oil Heat Council, effective Jan. 1. Mills replaces James Arnott of A & J Hometown Fuel in Wurtsboro. Other officers elected were:...

Bradford white makes Toys for Tots donation.(News And Trends)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... In December, Bradford White Corporation helped the Marine Corps bring holiday cheer to hundreds of children with a donation to the Toys for Tins campaign. Cpl Raymond Rhodes and Lcpl Joshua Haydt of Marine Air Group 49 out of Naval Air Station,...

ISH-NA changes to biennial schedule.(News And Trends)
February 1, 2004... In December, the ISH North America Partners announced format changes for the trade show and conference. A biennial schedule and new combined industry conference are two key components of the new format, designed to make the event more...

Sulfur symposium scheduled for March.(News And Trends)(Sulphur Institute )
February 1, 2004... The Sulphur Institute has announced that its ninth biennial symposium, "Sulphur Markets, Today and Tomorrow," will be held in London, March 21-23. "For nearly 20 years, the Sulphur Markets symposium has been a bellwether for industries...

Peterbilt names 2003 dealer of the year.(News And Trends)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Peterbilt held its annual Red Oval meeting in early December in Dallas for key representatives of its dealer network, also naming the Red Oval Truck Dealer of the Year. "The Red Oval meeting is an opportunity for Peterbilt and its dealers...

Acquisition activity "surprising" for time of year.(The Insider)
February 1, 2004... That's the consensus of The Insider's sources, who say the merger-and-acquisition rumor mill is running at top speed this winter. Unlike a year ago when word first began circulating that Agway Energy and Ultramar Petroleum (which end up in the...

Nora board to meet this month.(The Insider)(National Oilheat Research Alliance )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The National Oilheat Research Alliance Executive Committee will gather in New York City later this month for its regular quarterly meeting. The first under newly elected chairman Don Allen, the committee will huddle Feb. 20 to discuss and...

It's back! Oilheat Visions Conference set for providence.(The Insider)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... And you thought--as The Insider did, and reported--that the Oilheat Visions Conference, or any mid-summer oilheat conference, was dead and buried. Boy, were we wrong. For better--and it better be better--or for worse (in 2003 all attendees came...

Numerous factors spark unanticipated price spurt.(The Insider)
February 1, 2004... In the midst of one of the most astonishing prolonged cold snaps The Insider can recall during a quarter-century in the industry, marketers in the Northeast were hit with an unexpected price/supply situation. Heating oil prices soared by...

Complete line of Spirotherm eliminators.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Spirotherm manufactures air eliminators for separation and venting of air in light commercial and residential hydronic installations. A patented coalescing medium removes up to 100 percent of system air, reducing the risk of corrosion. The...

Specialty Ceramics introduces Gelcast.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Specialty Ceramics, Inc., has introduced Gelcast, a new hi-temp inorganic material available in many shapes and sizes. SCI's new material is ideal for outdoor use since it is impervious to rain, snow. freezing, etc. Also, Gelcast is ideal for...

New RSI offerings contain/direct heat.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Refractory Specialties, Inc., has introduced No Smoke, an inorganic hi-temp RCF insulating shape and board for containing and/or directing heat up to 3000 F. RSI's inorganic formula requires no burn off and has no off-gassing, coupled with a...

Taco unveils 4900 series hydronic system scrubbers.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Taco, Inc. has introduced a scrubber system separator that removes air and dirt in hydronic systems. The new Taco 4900 Series scrubber saves money and energy, and reduces equipment wear by clearing system components, pipes, pumps and associated...

Uponor Wirsbo offers proPANEL for radiant.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The proPANEL series takes the guesswork out of boiler-room piping. The proPANEL series is built around the functions and capabilities of the Wirsbo pro Series controls. Essentially, the Wirsbo proPANEL is a mechanical room in a box. Because...

Triangle Tube offers Maxi-Flo heat exchangers.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Stainless-steel pool and spa heaters from Triangle Tube/Phase III, the Maxi-Flo pool heater is a uniquely designed, highly efficient heat exchanger that operates off of an existing oil-fired boiler. They are compact in size, lightweight and...

Dynamic Power Source adds hydraulic option to PowerBox.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Dynamic Power Source has introduced the all-new hydraulic option now available for the PowerBox. This optional hydraulic unit drives crane controls of 10 gpm at 3000 psi and drives tools of eight gpm at 2000 psi. The hydraulic reservoir is...

Firelake's line of waste-oil boilers.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Firelake Manufacturing, LLC, offers a full line of boilers that use waste oil and other petroleum-based lubricants as a fuel source, saving thousands of dollars in energy costs and eliminating "cradle-to-grave" from the EPA. Boilers are...

Crown Boiler introduces the ODV boiler line.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... New from Crown Boiler is the Freeport-ODV series of "Direct Vent" sealed combustion oil boilers. They feature the 3-Pass Cast Iron "Scotch Marine" heat exchanger of the "CT" series. Standard features include a positive pressure burner, a unique...

Lectro-Truck system eases boiler transport.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Innovative Moving System's Lectro-Truck stair-climbing system is capable of moving boilers and water heaters up and down steps, and onto and off of trucks and trailers. This hand truck enables one or two users to be able to move 1,500 pounds...

Precision Boilers offers various boiler systems.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Precision Boilers manufactures commercial, oil-fired or combination gas/oil-fired hydronic boilers from 9.5 bhp to 2,000 bhp. The units are constructed in accordance with ASME pressure-vessel requirements and registered with the National Board....

McDonnell & Miller low-water cut-off.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The McDonnell & Miller Series 150E is a low-water cut-off, pump controller and alarm actuator for boilers, tanks and vessels for commercial and industrial hot water and steam boilers. It features adjustable 60-second burner-off time delays and...

Comfort-Aire's air handlers offer varied installation.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Comfort-Aire's line of hydronic air handlers includes the industry's largest array of Standard features. Installation can be vertical horizontal or downflow (with conversion kit). A line voltage terminal block and low-voltage terminal strip...

Honeywell Water Controls redesigns sparcomix packaging.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Honeywell Water Controls has introduced new packaging for its SparcoMix Thermostatic Mixing Valves. The modification includes a more durable chipboard packaging, coupled with uniform graphics and wrap around product identification label with...

Honeywell Water Controls unveils SparcoZone2 system.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Honeywell Water Controls has introduced the only multiple zone valve that is pre-assembled pre-wired, ready to Connect and made in the United States. The Honeywell Water controls SparcoZone2 hydronic zoning control system is an electronically...

TSI Combustion Analyzer efficiently tunes burners.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The Model CA 6120 CA-CALC Combustion Analyzer from TSI is an easy-to-use, practical tool for tuning burners for safe, efficient operation. With its seven factory preset fuels and one user-defined fuel, the analyzer provides accurate CO...

Buderus Quick-Fit System aids boiler installations.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Designed to pipe any boiler installation quickly and easily, the Quick-Fit System consists of three packaged modules and options. The Quick-Mix Mixing Station is perfect for use with low-temperature radiant floor heating, while the Quick-Pump...

Watts temperature-control valves.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Watts Series 1170/L1170 hot-water temperature-control valves maintain and limit mixed hot water to a desired, selectable temperature chosen by the installer. The 1170 can be preset to any temperature between 100 degrees F and 180 degrees F; the...

Peerless cast-iron boiler.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The Series EC/ECT from Peerless Boilers is a residential oil-fired boiler for steam or hot-water systems. Available as a packaged or knockdown unit, the EC/ECT is for use with natural draft venting. The large water content of the boiler makes...

Watts Radiant manifold.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Watts Radiant ha a new stainless-steel radiant manifold. It is solid-body stainless steel with flow indicators, balancing valves and optional zone actuators. All accessories are nickel-plated brass, including vent/purge, trunk and circuit...

Viessmann Vitorond boiler.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The new Vitorond 200 from Viessmann is an economical, triple-pass boiler series in a compact cast-iron sectional design. A long service life, low emission combustion and faster installations are claimed for the boiler, which is available in a...

RAUPANEL system provides easy installation.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... REHAU has announced the introduction of its RAUPANEL system for radiant heating. Ideal for retrofit and new construction applications, the RAUPANEL system is lightweight, efficient and easy to install. Consisting Of REHAU's 3/8-inch RAUPEX...

Beckett HeatManager reduces fuel consumption.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The new Beckett HeatManager is a patented microprocessor-controlled device for oil, gas and propane hydronic-heating systems that automatically adjusts the burner run pattern to match the system's heat load. HeatManager typically reduces fuel...

Improved SideShot[R] vent systems.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... New UC1 Universal Control simplifies new installations and service calls with LED status indicators, adjustable Pre / Post-purge and prover status monitoring. Voltage selection eliminates false triggering by burner monitoring circuits. Zero...

Dianorm panel radiators.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Dianorm panel radiators are available in sizes up to 10 feet long and three feet tall, with bottom tappings, and come with a built-in Flowsetter valve. All radiators come with a thermostatic valve and offer unique accessories, such as a...

Safgard 1100 LWCO for gas boilers.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The Safgard 1100 combines Hydrolevel's over 35 years of electronic boiler control experience with today's advanced microchip technology. The result is the smallest, easiest to install low-water cutoff available. The Safgard 1100 features a...

MZ gas boilers.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The Monitor MZ line of 95 percent AFUE boilers is a 20-year success story that can reduce fuel bills by 30 percent to 50 percent, and supply endless hot water. Natural gas or L.P. Perfect for all types of heating: baseboard, radiators, radiant...

Hago introduces new "Universal W" nozzle.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Hago has resolved a quandary that's faced by service technicians and has stumped many a service manager, as well. Namely, what nozzle can you use when the nozzle you install "by the book" does not provide the desired results. Hago has answered...

Carlin expands EZ-Temp temperature control line.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Designed to provide limit control, Carlin's new EZ-Temp 90000 Micro processor Temperature Control incorporates popular features like a safety monitoring circuit, reset protection and color-coded wiring. The control also has diagnostic LED...

Quietside boilers available in U.S.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Quietside Corporation markets Quietside boilers and Samsung mini-split heat pumps in the United States and Canada. The QX Series Oil Boiler is Energy Star approve& The QX Series is a combination boiler/water heater delivering capacities from...

Newmac boiler.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The Newmac NBR boiler series has a firing range of 90,000 to 179,000 Btuh. Tire design uses a three-pass wetback configuration with 12 two-inch boiler tubes for maximum A.F.U.E. efficiency. The service door comes with flexible oil hose and...

Combustion/fresh air intake systems.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... IN-FORCER[TM]S provide a guaranteed supply of combustion air in today's tight homes. The IN-FORCER[TM] is ideal for "confined space" and electric to oil or gas conversions. Reduces burner control lockouts associated with back-drafting. Outside...

Monitor oil boiler.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... The FCX boiler comprises a steel boiler shell linked to a special stainless-steel condenser, and has a burner with integral line heater, all contained in a highly aesthetic cabinet. High levels of combustion and performance are achieved and...

Bradford White PowerStor series indirect-fired water heater.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... A newly designed heat exchanger is the heart of the PowerStor model. The coil's 1.5-inch diameter carbon-steel tubing is Vitrglas coated. A total heat surface area of 14.2 square feet for residential models and 27.2 square feet for commercial...

Hamco sludge isolators cure oil contamination.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Hamco Tank Systems has introduced a line of stainless-steel sludge isolators, available in two sizes: SWI 5 and SWI 20. These sludge isolators remove the unwanted from the wanted in any type of liquid. Hamco Tank Systems Circle No. 131...

Millennium water heaters available from Stor-Ex.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Stor-Ex NY, Inc., has introduced its new line of Millennium Indirect Stainless Steel Water Heaters. The Millennium was developed to deliver high performance at low cost quickly, efficiently and conveniently. Product features include 316L...

Central Boiler releases dual fuel furnace option.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Central Boiler has developed a Dual Fuel option, which can be ordered on the Classic outdoor wood furnace. The Dual Fuel option operates using the economical choice of wood and/or the convenience of fuel oil, propane or natural gas. ...

Heavy-duty, high-foaming condenser coil cleaner.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... RectorSeal has announced the addition of Aluminate Heavy Duty Condenser Coil Cleaner to its line of HVAC products. Aluminate is a non-acid high-foaming cleaner and brightener for use on finned, air-cooled condenser coils. With its high-foaming...

Elite Steam Humidifier launched by GeneralAire.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... GeneralAire recently launched its newest product to improve indoor air quality, the Elite Steam Humidifier. This clean-steam humidifier is the perfect solution homes without furnaces, homes with minimal duct work or homes without adequate...

Tjernlund offers improved SideShot vent system.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Tjernlund, Inc., has introduced an improved SideShot SideWall vent system that includes new UC1 Universal Control. LED status indicators simplify installation and service. It includes adjustable pre/post-purge and prover status monitoring for...

New in-line Draft Inducer reference guide.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Draft Inducers assure positive draft when restricted boilers and furnaces, poor chimneys or negative pressures prevent proper exhaust. Compatible with the new UC1 Universal Control which interlocks with virtually any burner control circuit....

Silver King introduces new cleaner/inhibitor.(Boiler & hydronic equipment roundup: a selection of "wet heat" products for indoor comfort)
February 1, 2004... Silver King Mfg. Co has introduced Hydronic Formula #5, a patented cleaner/inhibitor scientifically formulated to clean and protect boilers and hydronic-heating systems. Hydronic Formula #5 will maximize heating efficiency and prolong the...

Exchange of ideas: the benefits are many when incorporating European technology into a heating system.
February 1, 2004... Let's take a look at one of the most common staples of the American oil industry: the in-basement oil storage tank with underground oil line and see if European technology can help in any of the problems facing us as service personnel. In...

Pipe dreams: the United States pipeline infrastructure is stretched, but not broken.
February 1, 2004... Petroleum pipelines are a critical part of the petroleum transportation infrastructure. They typically range from eight inches to over 30 inches in diameter and move some 600 billion ton-miles of petroleum each year. That breaks down into over...

Work Truck Show 2004: expo to run concurrently with NTEA's 40th convention.(Directory)
February 1, 2004... Registration is ongoing for The Work Truck Show 2004, the annual industry trade show produced by the National Truck Equipment Association. This year's show is being held at the Baltimore Convention Center from March 3-5 in conjunction with the...

Holding its own: a concern for truck safety leads to the invention of the Pro-Chock system.(Morin Fuels)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... From the northernmost state in New England comes news of a product that will make the delivery of home heating and cooking fuels safer and less risky. Morin Fuels is a fuel oil and propane-dispensing company located in Bradley, Maine, that also...

Uncared for and abandoned: a discarded boiler leaves the author waxing poetic about the need for system maintenance.
February 1, 2004... Upon my arrival on a clear cool morning in the month of October, I found a boiler section in an alley at the side of the house. It was a rather large section being of the American Standard persuasion. I recognized it immediately standing...

The man with the plan.(Tax)
February 1, 2004... Since becoming an adult, Joe always has had two distinguishing traits, one good and one bad. As a successful business owner he is a man of action, quick to identify a problem, work on a solution and then do what is necessary to solve the...

(Inter)change is good!(Service)
February 1, 2004... Over the years, I have been approached by many with the question regarding part interchanging and it's amazing how far people will go trying to convince me that it can't be done. I, like many of you, remember the control brands like the Penn,...