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Energy Extras
Cenex Engine & Hydraulic Oils
By Gerry Crawford, Energy Sales
Scott and I hope that everyone throughout our trade area is having a safe winter season.
This is a good time to top off your oil and grease needs for the new year. You can take advantage of the Cenex Gift Cards for Gallons program, by qualifying for a $50.00 gift card for every 100 gallons purchased November 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. We wanted to provide you with some information on the high-quality Cenex engine and hydraulic oils that CFC offers.
TMS diesel engine oil
- Protects new and older diesel engines with exhaust emission control systems operating on ultra-low sulfur diesel
- Minimizes sludge deposits and prevents soot build-up for longer engine life
- Reduces downtime by neutralizing contaminants, keeping engines clean in severe conditions
- Ideal for both agriculture, construction, over-the-road fleets and diesel irrigation engines
Maxtron synthetic diesel engine oil
- Up to 7x more shear stable than competitors
- Improved performance in extreme temperatures
- Decreases downtime by reducing maintenance without sacrificing oil quality
- Restores fuel economy up to 3% in extreme conditions and 2% in normal conditions
Tractor Hydraulics Fluid
Qwiklift HTB (10W30) Green and Qwiklift HTB Low Vis (5W20) Blue
- Offers twice the gear load carrying capability of leading OEM fluids
- Provides four times the protection of copper components common in tractor hydraulic systems
- Delivers enhanced friction control for smooth clutch engagements and less brake chatter
- Significantly reduces sludge, varnish and acid buildup for optimized hydraulic performance
Maxtron THF + Full Synthetic
- Enhances hydraulic precision and improves pumpability in extreme temperatures
- Minimizes downtime by reducing friction and providing superior pump, gear, brake, transmission and hydraulic system protection
- Significantly diminishes noise and damage caused by wet brake chatter
- Extends oil life by providing superior oxidation control in high-temperature applications
Gasoline Engine Oils
Auto Gold Synthetic blend
A well-balanced synthetic blend gasoline engine oil tested and proven to protect critical components from excess wear and heat caused by intense engine pressures. Formulated with a combination of high quality, mineral and synthetic base oils and a high viscosity index improver for excellent extreme temperature pumpability and anti-wear protection during cold startups.
Maxtron Full Synthetic
Is a high-performing engine oil designed to far exceed the newest and most stringent industry performance standards including API SP, Resource Conserving and ILSAC GF-6A. These oils meet new car warranty requirements and are backward compatible to the older API, ILSAC and OEM performance requirements. Maxtron is also formulated with high quality, high viscosity index full-synthetic base oils and a shear stable viscosity index improver for outstanding high temperature protection and low temperature pumpability.
CFC has a bulk oil truck with 15W40, and Qwiklift HTB. We also offer bulk DEF in 55-gallon drums, and 275-gallon totes.
Thank you for your business and enjoy the remainder of the winter season.
1/17/2025
Heating and Energy Needs
By Scott Chase, Energy Department Manager
As the temperatures drop and winter settles in, the Propane and Energy Department at Central Farmers Cooperative is here to meet your heating and energy needs. We are proud to serve South Dakota communities with reliable propane delivery and top-notch customer service to ensure your home, farm, or business stays warm during the coldest months. Whether you need to schedule a fill, set up a budget plan, or check your tank levels, our team provides solutions. The new Energy Force program is working very well. The program is setting up truck deliveries ensuring your propane is in the tank on time.
In addition to propane, our Energy Department provides high-quality fuel and lubricants to keep your vehicles and equipment running smoothly through the winter. From diesel and gas deliveries to premium oil products, we have you covered. Planning for winter storms? Take advantage of our bulk delivery services and fuel additives designed to prevent gelling in low temperatures. At Central Farmers Cooperative, we are committed to supporting you with dependable products and services that make a difference.
Also, it is an excellent time to top off your oil and grease needs for the new year. Take advantage of the gallons program. For every 100 gallons purchased, you qualify for a $50 gift card. We have refilled the bulk oil truck and can provide you with Cenex TMS 15w-40, and Qwiklift HTB. We also have 55-gallon barrels with fully synthetic oils on hand. Lastly, we provide bulk DEF for tractors and truck exhaust needs. Everyone at Central Farmers Cooperative’s Energy Department would like to wish our patrons a Happy New Year and we look forward to servicing all your needs in 2025.
12/27/2024
#1 Diesel Fuel & Additives
By Gerry Crawford, Energy Sales
As winter temperatures begin, Scott and I wanted to give you some information about #1 diesel, and the proper use of additives.
The true measure of your diesel fuel’s cold weather performance is measured by operability, cloud point, cold filter plugging point (CFPP) and the cetane number. Proper tank maintenance & fuel filtration is critical to ensure your fuel operates at optimal levels. Cold flow improvers are designed to extend operability of the fuel. When the cold weather starts in the fall CFC adds Cold Flow Improver (CFI) to our #2 Fieldmaster and #2 Roadmaster. With the CFI #2 fuel will generally not gel until 0 degrees.
#1 Diesel with Cenex Premium Diesel Additive is used to blend down your Cenex premium diesel tanks during transition from summer to fall/winter, helping ensure additives remain at proper levels. This is the ideal time for blending down bulk tanks, and storage tanks.
Cold flow additives do not reduce cloud point. The only way to reduce the cloud point of diesel fuel is by adding #1 fuel or warming the fuel up. Cloud point is when the temp of fuel becomes cloudy reducing the fuel flow. When the temperature of #2 diesel fuel (not air temp) is at or below its cloud point, it will not blend properly with #1 fuel or other additives.
If you’re going to be operating in 20 below temps consistently, blend your fuel 30% #2 diesel and 70% #1 diesel.
When using anti gel additives like Howes, and Power Service, it is important to know your proper treat rate and be sure to calculate it accurately. When you blend these additives remember more is not better. If you over treat, they can become counterproductive and not work. Always blend fuel & fuel additives when it is 40 degrees, or at least 10 degrees above its cloud point.
In closing we want to thank you for your business and wish you a blessed holiday season.
12/6/2024
CFC's Safety & Delivery Policies
As a valued propane customer, your safety is our main concern.
We would like to make you aware of our delivery policies.
Our policies follow the National Fire Protection Association mandates, state codes, insurance requirements
and the CFC credit policies.
We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you this coming season.
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