What’s the Cost to Not Have a Bulk Fuel Supplier?

Fuel is a significant expense in many industries, including construction, delivery, auto dealerships, and farming. Have you thought of how much money you could save with bulk fuel delivery? Read on to see if it’s right for you and your business.

Contractors & Fleet Owners Can Save When They Buy in Bulk

Every industry has its busy season. When you prepare for it, and stock up on fuel when the price is low, you’ll save. For example –

• Contractors are busiest in spring, summer, and fall.
• Farmers’ peak times are spring and summer.

Larger bulk fuel suppliers offer onsite tanks from 275 gallons to 20,000 gallons. Decide what size storage tank you need, and have it delivered to your site. Then, you can have a supply of fuel and be ready for your busy season.

As prices fluctuate, you’ll be happy you thought ahead. Diesel fuel has a storage life of six to twelve months. In addition to getting a reasonable price, you’ve saved money not having to go back and forth to the gas station or pay employees to gas up.

Significant Advantages of Bulk Fuel Contracts

Bulk fuel services aren’t for everyone. For example, if your business is just too small, it wouldn’t be worth it. But for larger companies, it helps the bottom line.

If you want to get the best price on gas and diesel, consider getting a contract for a certain amount of time. That way, you’ll lock in a better rate. One thing to keep in mind, though, the bulk fuel industry still experiences price fluctuations just like retail outlets, but most bulk rates are lower than retailers to start with.

No Fuel Usage Monitoring is Expensive

Fuel theft is a big concern and costs companies millions of dollars every year. When you have a bulk fuel service, besides getting your gas and diesel conveniently delivered, you’ll now be able to monitor its usage.

One of the ways you can do that is with keypad monitors. Although there is a place for fuel cards, keypad monitors have better control and tracking capabilities.

Here’s How Fuel Keypads Work

• The touchpad records who are getting fuel.
• The vehicle and department are also recorded.
• Detailed reports showing usage are available.
• You can indicate quantity limits.
• Only authorized personnel can use the keypads.

No More Problems Running Out of Fuel

When you have on-site storage or on-site refueling where fuel is pumped right into the vehicles and machinery, you don’t have to worry about running out of fuel. That alone can help the profitability of your business because you don’t have to stop working to get fuel.

Keeping heavy equipment running on a large construction job is paramount to making sure the job is on schedule.

Ricochet Fuel proudly offers bulk fuel delivery and supplies free monitoring to our ongoing customers. It’s our job to save you money and make your fueling as simple as possible. With over 30 years of experience, Ricochet Fuel can provide diesel fuel delivery directly into your vehicles, tanks, or equipment 24 hours every day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. We can work on a schedule that best fits your operation.