HOW DIFFERENT INDUSTRIES USE MOBILE FUEL TRAILERS

Think mobile fuel trailers are just for heavy equipment? It’s time to think again. These trailers have long been the standard for any job where diesel is needed on-site. And while that means they’re a great fit for agriculture and construction work, they’re also a smart investment for facility management, refrigeration trucking and small aviation fleets (after the right customizations).

It’s an impressive bit of versatility for a relatively simple piece of equipment. Let’s break down use cases by industry to highlight where mobile fuel trailers shine. 

Agriculture and construction

When farmers have seed to put in the field or crops to harvest, staying on track is everything. Once equipment is in the field, there’s no time to take it back to the machine shed to refuel. A mobile fuel trailer means they can make the most of their days and keep tractors, combines or irrigation pumps running smoothly.

Much like in agricultural operations, construction equipment stays on-site until the job is done. Crews would waste an incredible amount of time taking equipment to be refueled. Well-built mobile fuel trailers help crews streamline the daily routine, even on the most rugged worksites.

Facility management

Communities rely on diesel-powered generators to keep essential facilities like hospitals, nursing homes or emergency services online during power outages. Most standby generators are connected to bulk fuel tanks that must be routinely filled to prevent gaps in electrical flow. Mobile fuel trailers are the simplest way to get the job done, especially for complexes with multiple generators.

Portable or towable generators also play an important role, supporting critical infrastructure on remote jobsites or powering community events. Either way, it often makes more sense to bring the fuel to them with a mobile trailer —

rather than taking the generators off-site to refuel.

Refrigeration trucking

When it comes to delivering fresh produce, dairy, meat and seafood, it’s all about cold-chain integrity. But they’re not the only products that need temperature control. Certain pharmaceuticals, chemicals and even electronics can’t be exposed to heat. That’s where refrigerated trucks (also known as reefers) come in.

These trucks use a separate diesel-powered engine to power a refrigeration unit and maintain precise temperatures. It must be kept running, even if the truck itself is turned off.

There are times when distribution centers have multiple reefers waiting to be unloaded. Keeping those refrigeration units fueled is easier if the facility can bring the diesel directly to the trucks, rather than moving vehicles around to refuel.

Aviation

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there are more than 20,000 airports in the United States. Most are for private use and likely don’t have permanent fueling infrastructure in place. Mobile fuel trailers mean the aircraft at those facilities can easily get the fuel they need.

It’s important to note that there are strict requirements for transporting and dispensing aviation fuel — and for good reason. Even a small amount of contamination can cause serious engine issues or even failure. That’s why mobile fuel trailers for the aviation industry must meet stringent standards, including filtration systems and double-walled construction to prevent spills. The right manufacturer can customize mobile fuel trailers to ensure they meet or exceed standards for safe aviation use.

Finding the right mobile fuel trailer

There’s no one-size-fits-all fuel trailer for these industries. But the crews using the trailers do have one thing in common. They need durable equipment — and that’s what we build at Amarillo Tanks. Our manufacturing legacy is more than 100 years in the making, which means we have the experience and time-tested design you’re looking for.

Our convenient, reliable fuel trailers have a capacity range of 300 to 950 gallons, are built with 12-gauge tank steel and heavy-duty axles, and can be customized to fit your operation.

Not sure what you need? Our team is here to help. Check out our standard fuel trailers for available options or get in touch for a custom quote.

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