RENEWABLE HEATING
Looking for an HVO boiler or renewable heating options?
Looking for a more future-ready option for your oil-heated home? Suffolk Oil Solutions supplies and installs Sapphire boilers designed to run on either kerosene or Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). As official Sapphire boiler agents and installers, we can help you understand whether an HVO-ready oil boiler is suitable for your property and explain your options clearly.
If you’re looking to discuss renewable heating solutions, Suffolk Oil Solutions will be delighted to speak with you.
Simply call 01440 820267 to speak with a friendly member of our team – our office hours are 09:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday.
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Exciting news…we are now official Sapphire HVO Boiler agents / installers
Our engineers are very excited that we are now official Sapphire boiler agents and installers.
Do you have oil heating and are looking to reduce your increasing fuel bills? Look no further than the Sapphire Boiler.
The industry’s first Fully Modulating, OpenTherm certified Boiler ready to run on either Kerosene or Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).
Sapphire boilers have the following benefits:
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What are the benefits of HVO fuel?
Improving the air quality – Hydrotreated vegetable oil reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%, nitrogen oxide (NOx) by 30% and significantly reduces particulate matter (PM) and carbon monoxide (CO) emissions.
Zero FAME – Although this green fuel can still be contaminated with small particles, it can resist the attack of diesel bugs and water contamination. It does not absorb moisture, reducing water content and the chance of it forming nasty sludge.
Excellent cold weather properties – This renewable diesel solution has low cloud point (-32°C), providing better starting performance, clean combustion, and less chance of waxing in extremely cold weather.
Higher cetane number (up to 90) – This makes HVO extremely efficient fuel. The higher the cetane number, the faster it ignites, resulting in improved engine performance and reduced Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions.
Extended storage life – As this paraffinic fuel is FAME and sulphur-free, meaning it doesn’t suffer from water contamination issues traditional diesel faces, it can be stored for up to 10 years, ensuring good storage and maintenance.
Easy to use – HVO fuel has a high flashpoint, improving safety during storage and handling, is fully compatible with all diesel engines and equipment, and can be mixed with diesel fuel, but this decreases its performance capabilities.
Meets EN 15940:2016 specifications – As hydrotreated vegetable oil is 100% bio and 100% hydrocarbon, it meets the increasing bio legislations, and has received a wide range of approvals from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as: DAF, Scania, Volvo, MAN, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Iveco, John Deere, Agco, Caterpillar, Steryr, FPT and JCB.
Frequently Asked Questions about HVO and Sapphire boilers
What is an HVO-ready boiler?
An HVO-ready boiler is designed to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable liquid fuel, as well as conventional kerosene. Choosing an HVO-ready boiler gives oil-heated homes the option to switch to HVO in the future, subject to fuel availability and any necessary changes to the heating system.
Can a Sapphire boiler run on normal kerosene?
Yes. Sapphire boilers can run on conventional kerosene as well as HVO. This means you can continue heating your home with kerosene while having a boiler that is ready for HVO if you choose to switch in the future.
Can I switch from kerosene to HVO later?
Yes. Sapphire boilers are designed to give homeowners the option of switching from kerosene to HVO. Before changing fuel, your heating system and oil storage tank should be checked to make sure they are suitable, and some components may need to be changed.
What is the difference between HVO and kerosene?
Kerosene is a fossil fuel traditionally used in oil-fired heating systems. HVO, or Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, is a renewable liquid fuel typically produced from waste oils and fats. HVO can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared with conventional kerosene, depending on how the fuel is produced and supplied.
Do I need a new oil tank to use HVO?
Not necessarily. Whether your existing oil tank can be used will depend on its type, age and condition, as well as the rest of the fuel storage and supply system. The tank and associated components should therefore be professionally assessed before changing from kerosene to HVO.
Can an existing oil boiler be converted to HVO?
Some existing oil-fired heating systems may be suitable for conversion to HVO with modifications. However, this will depend on the boiler, burner and other components within the system. We recommend having your existing heating system assessed before considering a switch to HVO.
Where do you install Sapphire boilers?
Suffolk Oil Solutions supplies and installs Sapphire boilers within our normal boiler installation area, covering parts of Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex. If you’re unsure whether we cover your location, please take a look at our Areas We Cover page or contact us and we’ll be happy to check.
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