Fuel oils, diesel fuels and kerosene are tested for flash point, distillation, sulphur content, API gravity, and, if applicable, viscosity, color and cetane index or cetane number. Sample locations are randomly selected for analysis. The laboratory participates in national and regional exchange groups as part of its quality assurance program. The inspector will leave a warning, noting the problem discovered and the time permitted to correct the problem. The lab targets for a 24-hour turnaround.
Inspectors work with the distributor to discover the source and correct the problem.
We will tell you the problem with the fuel. You must contact the supplier to find out if the problem is correctable on site or if the product must be removed. Once you receive authorization and the remedy is performed, contact us and we will re-sample the product promptly. It's illegal to sell motor fuel that fails to meet quality standards. Motor fuel inspectors check for compliance with these specifications as required by the federal government.