Preferred Utilities

Preferred Day Tanks Now Approved for Florida Applications

We are pleased to announce that our 560gal and 620gal day tanks have received approval from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This approval opens up new opportunities for providing reliable and efficient fuel storage solutions in the state of Florida.  Key Features of Preferred Day Tanks: The FSC-120 controller, also approved by the Florida DEP (EQ-995), […]

Preferred Day Tanks Now OSP Shake Tested and Approved

Preferred Day Tanks have received HCAI/OSHPD OSP Shake testing approval, ensuring they meet stringent specifications for seismic activity. This means our tanks are designed to survive and perform even in earthquake-prone areas, making them ideal for mission-critical facilities. Key Features: During testing, the tanks were filled with water. A negligible amount of liquid was expelled due to the vent’s […]

Golden Hour at Preferred Utilities: Shipping Out Game-Changing Filtration Systems!

At Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation, it’s golden hour as we ship out our game-changing filtration systems! Ensuring the utmost cleanliness and integrity of #2 fuel oil for your emergency backup generators and oil-fired burners is crucial. Thoroughly and consistently cleaning your fuel not only ensures optimal performance but also extends the lifespan of your storage tanks. Why is […]

Embracing Sustainability: The Timeless Excellence of American-Made Sustainability

In a world where sustainability is paramount, the choice of equipment can make all the difference. At Preferred, we’re proud to offer the most sustainable, rugged, and reliable burners on the market today – all proudly made in the U.S.A. 🇺🇸 What sets our burners apart? It’s simple – durability and longevity. Unlike cheap, disposable sheet metal burners […]

A Winning Hand – 2 Pair

Pictured are a pair of Semi-Automatic Transfer Pumps (SATPS) and a pair of Fully Automatic Transfer Pumps (ATPS). The SATPS is our bare-bones fuel oil pumping system that is simple, reliable, and very rugged. This Pump Set will readily meet the needs of the customer with budgetary limitations, simple system requirements or where there is a temporary fuel […]

Fuel Filtration System: More Convenience & Efficiency with New Feature

Upgrade Your Fuel Filtration System with Preferred: Introducing the PF-505’s New Feature At Preferred, we’re proud to announce an exciting upgrade to our PF-505 Fuel Filtration System, enhancing its functionality and efficiency to better serve your needs. The Upgrade: Gone are the days of manual water removal! With our latest enhancement, the PF-505 now automatically fills a water […]

Extreme Weather Preparedness: Reliability and Safety in Critical Hospital Operations

Located just outside downtown Tampa on an island, this hospital faces unique challenges due to its geographical location. With the potential for high storm surges, the need for robust infrastructure is the top priority for uninterrupted operations, especially in critical areas like fluid management. One of the primary concerns for the hospital was the management of Diesel Exhaust […]

A Basement Odyssey: Resolving Flow Switch Hiccups in Boston

Accompanying two Fuel Oil technicians on a trip to Boston, observers witnessed the team’s effort to address a troublesome flow switch issue. Suspecting a malfunctioning switch, the trio ventured into the basement of a building, a familiar setting characterized by mustiness and dim lighting, but thankfully, devoid of critters. In the basement, Shane and Joon initiated the troubleshooting […]

A Reunion of Pumpset & Panel: A Testament to the Longevity of Quality Equipment

In a heartwarming reunion of machinery, in February we witnessed the coming together of two components that were destined to be united since their first encounter in 1997 initially sold to a Communications company in Brunswick, Maine. Sometime between then and now the pumps were needed at another location in Lewiston, Maine, and the control panel stayed in […]

Preferred Fuels the Future: A NYC Data Center Project Journey

In New York City, ACS has provided Preferred’s fuel oil equipment to a data center who is a repeat customer. Known for quality, durability (in the harshest conditions and even surviving natural disasters), and redundancy, Preferred’s fuel oil equipment will power emergency generators, which are the required power source for all data center applications. We’re proud to showcase […]