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� ATLAS OIL OFFERS EMERGENCY FUEL SERVICE
Atlas Oil Co . highlighted its integrated “ StormProof ” campaign at Data Center World 2019 , conference and trade show March 19-22 in Phoenix . “ StormProof ” is a service designed to ensure that companies are prepared for fuel supply challenges that arise from unexpected power outages .
“ Mission critical businesses across the nation have been hit with immense emergency fueling challenges this past year ,” said Atlas ’ director of emergency services , Jayme Oyen . “ According to Eaton ’ s 2018 Blackout Tracker annual report , eighteen percent of companies experienced a loss of more than one hundred thousand dollars as a result of their worst outage .” The Atlas service is designed to equip customers with resources , technical solutions and support to ensure one hundred percent uptime .
Atlas is developing a Fuel Automation Station prototype that caters to the emergency services sector of the business . Currently being utilized in Atlas ’ Frac division , each FAS unit contains automated fuel delivery and management technology that distributes fuel to up to 28 individual tanks at one time .
“ This upgraded FAS unit is perfect for data centers and other mission critical customers looking for an efficient , safe , and tech savvy solution for fueling generators and vehicles during power outages ,” said Oyen .
As part of its ongoing StormProof campaign , Atlas continues to offer Fuel Assurance Plans , which guarantee fuel to contracted customers in the wake of a power outage , natural disaster or other unplanned emergency . Developed with each customer ’ s diverse needs in mind , the plans are customizable with an always-guaranteed priority response time , emergency fuel allocation and on-demand fleet .
Recognizing that an effective business continuity plan includes tank upkeep and fuel quality control , Atlas has partnered with Diesel Fuel Doctor to provide tailored service to each customer ’ s specific needs . The “ Gen360 ” plans offer tank and maintenance solutions including fuel polishing , water removal , top-tier diesel additives and annual fuel testing .
“ Tank and generator upkeep often go overlooked but are incredibly important ,” said Torre Miller , president of Diesel Fuel Doctor . “ A well-maintained tank in combination with an effective StormProof plan can make all the difference in an emergency scenario , preventing revenue loss in the long-run .”
Headquartered in Taylor , Mich ., Atlas Oil is engaged in transportation logistics and fueling including bulk , fleet , event , onsite , emergency response , and oilfield services .
� FRED LORD JOINS CETANE ASSOCIATES
Cetane Associates announced that Fred Lord has joined the firm as a managing director for its mergers and acquisition advisory business . Lord brings over 35 years of experience in the delivered fuels industry in various operational and financial management roles . He worked on over 50 acquisitions and multiple re-financings in 20-plus years at HOP Energy and held the position of corporate treasurer . Lord holds a bachelor of arts degree in history from Furman University , an M . B . A . from the University of Connecticut and a law degree from Western New England Fred Lord University School of Law .
Steve Abbate , Cetane ’ s president and founder , said , “ I have known Fred for twenty years and his experience in the industry coupled with his degree in law and involvement in industry associations make him the perfect person to work in our company and with our clients .” l FON
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