DEF Dispensing

YANT EQUIPMENT NOW DURAFLO DISTRIBUTOR

DuraFlo — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:59:37 +0000

We are pleased to announce that Yant Equipment based in Omaha and having four outlets has become a regional distributor in Nebraska for DURAFLO DEF Dispensing Equipment. This is a fine addition to help meet the needs of customers in that area. If you are seeking information, components or systems for a specific application to provide DEF fill capabilities and are in Nebraska, please contact them at the Omaha Branch (402 345 6045) or your closest local branch.

UREA PRICE VOLATILITY CONCERN?

DuraFlo — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:45:53 +0000

Lately there has been a significant surge in pricing of Urea raising concern about DEF cost. There is some validity to the concern, but this seems to be a seasonal situation as spring fertilizing by farmers increases. Will this be sustained or is it really a typical shift of supply and demand. How much sustained impact is this likely to have on the DEF pricing? We’ll have to wait and see. What is real?

DEF Down on the Farm

DuraFlo — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 19:18:47 +0000

It has finally happened. The regulations are now including farm and construction equipment with diesel engines and the need for DEF in farm and construction applications is on the rise. Most, at least initially, will only need to have pumps to transfer the fluid from drums. This will expand to totes for some as the number of units operated increases, but for portability, this will fit the bill for an extended period of time. We have drum and tote pumps that can be used effectively if 110 power is available. These units can be run off an inverter attached to a vehicle battery successfully. However, in the fall DURAFLO will be offering a rechargeable lithium ion battery operated motor for the 5 GPM drum or tote pumps we sell. Check back then for more information.

UST’s for DEF

DuraFlo — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:41:03 +0000

I have noticed some recent inquiry frequency regarding underground storage for DEF. Obviously, a steel tank is out of the question unless internally protected by a DEF compatible liner. Stainless steel is safe, but should have an outer shell of another material that will block electrolytic action with the soil in which it is buried.
Some are touting fiberglass as a suitable option, but this is dependent upon the resins used in manufacturing the fiberglass. Most are NOT compatible with DEF so make sure what you are buying. Again, this may be overcome by additonal of a DEF compatible internal liner for the fiberglass, but then the cost will become a factor.

It is important to avoid fluid contamination, as stated many times previously, or costly damage can be done to the catalyst bed of the SCR system on the vehicles.

Double check compatibility all the way through your filling process.

ARE YOU USING THE CORRECT EQUIPMENT TO ASSEMBLE YOUR OWN DEF SYSTEM?

DuraFlo — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:55:17 +0000

Lately, we at DuraFlo have been receiving many orders for components such as nozzles, swivels, breakaways, pumps and hoses for customers assembling their own systems. Occassionally there have been follow-up calls from a customer asking about problems being experienced once the equipment is assembled. In each case, this has been due to the use of incorrect materials for the assembly.

For example, the nozzles we sell are not for use on gravity fed systems. They are designed to operate at a minimum flow rate of 4 GPM at around 20PSI minimum. Without this pressure a flow rate, the nozzles will shut off automatically. A customer complained about discolored DEF fluid. When asked about the system assembled, they used a non-compatible hose plus carbon steel pipe, both of which will cause contamination and possible damage to the catalyst on the vehicles.

Before you build your own system, check out the fluid compatibility needs. Call us at 248-476-7782 and ask for Bob. He will be happy to review the information with you before you buy to assure you have a compatible and functional system to meed your needs, even if you are planning to build your own.

NACS/PEI SHOW NEXT WEEK (OCT. 2, 3 &4, 2011)

DuraFlo — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 19:07:47 +0000

DURAFLO DEF DISPENSING Systems and equipment will be the feature of the American Controls, Inc. booth at McCormack Place for the NACS/PEI SHOW starting next weekend. You will find us in booth 7189 in the PEI section of the show floor. If you have questions about DEF handling, DEF dispensing, or would like to discuss your specific needs, please stop by to meet us there. We will also have our Canadian partner (Magton Machining and Automation) and a couple of the pump manufacturers there to talk with you. If you know what you need, let us know. If you aren’t sure, talk with us and probably we can help guide you. In any case, we will be glad to have you stop by.

PS. We will be having a drawing each day for a surprise gift. Come check it out.

SEE DURAFLO DEF DISPENSING AT NACS/PEI 2011

DuraFlo — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:47:25 +0000

Once again, American Controls, Inc. along with our Canadian partner, Magton Machining and Automation will be at the NACS SHOW 2011, this time in Chicago with exhibits open October 2, 3 and 4. Come visit with us in booth 7189 to learn about DURAFLO DEF DISPENSING EQUIPMENT. We will be pleased to discuss our systems and components including outdoor DEF dispense systems with weather protection as well as immersible pumps for DEF for underground tank installations with multiple dispense points. ACI has placed units in cold weather locations for dispensing from single point locations and for dual point locations. The Immersible pumps are handling multiple dispense points at several northease US locations.

Of course, we have our broad line of components from pumps to nozzles to provide DEF ISO compliant fluid handling and can develop systems to meet your specific needs. Stop by the booth to review your special requirements with us.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE.

DURAFLO OUTDOOR UNITS FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE FLEETS

DuraFlo — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:00:29 +0000

DURAFLO can custom design a unit for your location.

DEF NOZZLE OPTIONS EXPANDED

DuraFlo — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:54:30 +0000

DURAFLO now offers four options for fully compatible stainless steel DEF dispensing nozzles. All include automatic shutoff.

ACI-D1A – 3/4″ NPT threads
ACI-D1B – 3/4″ BSP threads
ACI-D1M – 3/4″ NPT threads with magnetic fill protect
ACI-D1MB – 3/4″ BSP threads with magnetic fill protect

Your option to meet your specific needs. See our accessories section of the web page for pricing. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOUR NEEDS FOR DEF EQUIPMENT?

OUTDOOR DISPENSING IN NEW ENGLAND

DuraFlo — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:08:46 +0000

American Controls, Inc. is proud to announce that they have delivered DURAFLO outdoor DEF storage and dispense units for two freight yard locations (one in upstate New York and the other outside Boston). Each unit includes a stainless steel tank with full monitoring, a DEF pump connected to a wieghts and measures approved DEF meter with pulsed output, a DEF hose reel and nozzle. The piping is stainless steel and all equipment enclosed in an insulated and heated containment for weather protection designed to handle New England winters. Each unit is prepared for connection to a fuel monitoring system for the customers convenience. Simple installation is completed by anchoring the unit to a concrete base and connecting 110V power, they wiring to the fuel monitoring system. Simple plug and play.