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Energy Extras
Services Offered
By Scott Chase, Energy Department Manager
With the service that we offer I would like to thank all the employees in the energy department that work for Central Farmers Coop. Salem Station- Tyler Iverson: Shop Attendant, Adam Jaeger: Tire Truck, Jeff Beck: Shop Mechanic, Brandi Mcpherson: Front Counter Attendant/Bookkeeper, Ruby Kampshoff: Head Bookkeeper, Brad Dykes and Todd Snyders: Propane Delivery Drivers, Shawn Barron: Refined Fuel Driver, and Gerry Crawford: Energy Sales of all locations.
The Scotland location has Mike Fuerst: Regional Operation Manager, Lori Aman: Head Scotland Bookkeeper, JT Kass: Station Manager, Wade Neal: Shop Attendant, Carl Fuerst: Shop Mechanic/Applicator. Tyndall and Springfield locations have Jake Peterson: Locations Supervisor, Megan O’Grady: Head Bookkeeper, Randy Houska: Refined Fuel Driver, Keith Brockberg: Propane/Refined Fuel Driver, and Ryan Gilley: Refined Fuel /Propane Driver.
With that if you need fuel, gas, oil, tires, or any other services we offer don’t waste time, call us. The Salem phone number is 605-425-2691, Scotland is 605-583-2221, Springfield is 605-369-2630, and Tyndall is 605-589-3303.
Hope everyone has a great and safe spring season!
3/28/2025
Fuel Tank Maintenance
By Gerry Crawford, Energy Sales
As we prepare for spring work, remember to perform routine maintenance on your fuel storage tanks. This is very important for any operation. The nature of modern fuels combined with the systems in which they’re used makes it imperative that fuel storage tanks be properly maintained and cleaned. Here are a few examples that help explain the importance of proper fuel storage tank maintenance.
New Engines Require Clean Fuel
The technology behind the fuel injection system in vehicle engines is constantly improving in order to improve the fuel economy of these vehicles. New injectors allow for a faster and more efficient combustion with the creation of a fine mist. “These new fuel injection systems are more precise, clog more easily and therefore require cleaner fuels. It is crucial to keep fuel injectors clean to prevent damage to the engine. Clean storage tanks mean clean fuel, and clean fuel means clean fuel injectors.
Biofuels Require Careful Monitoring
New biofuels are coming onto the scene in a big way. Ethanol fuels can be found in every state in the U.S. Biodiesel is also starting to gain a foothold in the marketplace. These biofuels are more efficient and burn cleaner than traditional fuels.
However, water is a bigger concern with these fuels. “Water is more soluble in ethanol than it is in petrol, so ethanol blended fuels hold more water in suspension. Biofuels are also more susceptible to absorbing water from the air.” Proper fuel storage tank maintenance ensures that these fuels are kept clean and stable.
Cleaner Diesel More Easily Absorbs Water
Diesel is cleaner today than ever before, shedding its image as a dirty fuel. The sulfur content of diesel has been reduced all the way down to 15 ppm. However, removing sulfur from diesel also affects the viability of diesel. Additives are used to offset this fact, but these additives themselves make it easier for the fuel to absorb water. Water in diesel can cause significant damage to diesel engines.
Proper fuel storage tank practices such as draining or pumping the water out are essential in maintaining the viability of cleaner diesel. If you have questions CFC can help you determine if there is water at the bottom of your fuel tanks.
Thank you for your business!
3/7/2025
Tires
By Scott Chase, Energy Department Manager
When I sat down to write this article the temperature was -24 degrees. In the energy world the U.S. is aiming to set a larger record this year than estimated. The EIA expects U.S. crude oil production to average 13.59 million barrels a day in 2025. With an expected increase in 2026 by 140,000 barrels to 13.73 million barrels a day. Keep in mind however, the U.S. faces many challenges when it comes to increasing crude oil production, which can limit its ability to ramp up output. Some related issues include pipeline and infrastructure bottlenecks or existing pipelines are often at or near full capacity. We also can build new pipelines or add more rail lines but that takes time, money, and more regulatory approval. With these delays it limits the ability of scaling up production.
Lastly, I'd like to talk about your needs for the spring. We have been talking with tire distributors and they are telling us that tire prices will be going up soon, with President Trump putting on the new tariffs. If you need tractor, semi, pickup or car tires stop by the Scotland and Salem shops to see if we can help you in your needs. With that we at Central Farmers would like to thank you for your business.
2/14/2025
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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