Diesel Exhaust Fluid in North America - AdBlue in Europe

Handling Guide

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is a colorless, non-hazardous, and non-flammable chemical. If DEF comes into contact with skin it can simply be washed off with water. DEF is sensitive to chemical impurities and it is essential that it is handled carefully to prevent contamination. DEF is much more likely to be damaged by the materials it touches than to cause damage to equipment.

If DEF is contaminated it may cause the SCR system to malfunction. This means pumps and containers used for DEF must not be used for any other fluids. It is important that tanks, pumps, hoses and nozzles previously used for other products like diesel or lube oil are not used for DEF. The requirements for handling DEF are unique.

The shelf life of DEF is two years if the fluid temperature remains between 12°F (-10°C) and 86°F (30°C). Where DEF is stored outside in bulk tanks or totes then heating and cooling solutions are available to ensure it is kept within the correct temperature range. Cooling is usually achieved by insulation and ventilation. Air conditioning is not required.

The third part of the ISO 2224 standard gives recommendations and requirements for handling, transportation and storing DEF.

Certain stainless steels and various plastic materials are suitable for storing DEF. Carbon steels, copper, copper-containing alloys and zinc-coated steels should not be used. Contact your DEF supplier for a more comprehensive list of equipment and materials that are recommended and not recommended.

 
 

Our equipment partners:

PIUSI USA, Inc.

5553 Anglers Ave
Ste.104 Ft. Lauderdale
FL 33312
phone 888-584-1552

piusiusa@piusiusa.com
www.piusiusa.com
 

Since our start in 1953 PIUSI has manufactured innovative products in the lubricant and fuel dispensing market. At the end of 2004 chemical providers and OEM's approved PIUSI in manufacturing meters and pump systems; specifically made for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid market. Now in our sixth year of selling the Suzzara Blue line in Europe PIUSI has produced well over 60,000 pumps to the non-retail market throughout all European nations, controlling the closed-system quality needs, dispensing and metering solutions, all with ISO22241 standards.

PIUSI USA, Inc., headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the only subsidiary of PIUSI SpA. Opening this center for the Western Hemisphere in 2009 was PIUSI's action to help out promote the new EPA Standards in the DEF Market and spread the clean-close dispensing system that goes well with the present market connections for both the IBC Tote tank and Drum options in the American Market.


BB Pumps & Parts, Inc.

BB Pumps & Parts, Inc.

248 East 44th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212) 681.2568
Fax: (212) 681.2569

cs.usa@bb-pumpsandparts.com
www.one-stop-defshop.com
 

BB Pumps & Parts B.V. is a Dutch company, specialized in Pumps & Parts for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid market.

BB Pumps & Parts, Inc. is incorporated in the US with its office in New York for the American and Canadian market to offer "creative" solutions to the Diesel Exhaust Fluid market which are in line with the ISO-22241 standards. The warehouse is located close to JFK Airport and port facilities from where the nationwide distribution is taken care of in a partnership with a logistic service provider and with FedEx® Services.

All "creative" solutions are based on basic elements like reliability, design and user convenience which is exactly what the DEF market is asking for. The CreaPro© DEF dispensing system and the CreaMatic© DEF dispense coupler underline once more those standard basic elements. Call us today….


Oilmen’s Truck Tanks

Oilmen’s Truck Tanks

John Faris III
P.O. Box 2807 (29304)
140 Cedar Springs Road (29302)
Spartanburg, SC

definfo@trucktanks.com
www.DEFequipment.com
 

Oilmen's Truck Tanks built the Nation's first truck tank with a Weights & Measures approved metering system for transporting DEF.  We offer a full range of solutions from the tote level to bulk - including storage tanks, truck tanks, trailers, and skid systems.  Our parts counter stocks a full line of DEF approved components and equipment, ready to ship out the same day.


Separation By Design, Inc.

Separation By Design, Inc.

921 Keck Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711
(800) 320-2122, ext. 5


info@kleerbluesolutions.com
www.kleerbluesolutions.com
 

Manufacturer of the KleerBlue™ series of DEF storage and dispensing solutions for truck stops, card locks, commercial fleets, private fleets, construction, marine and agricultural equipment as well as solutions for DEF blending, bulk storage/dispensing, transloading and portable delivery skid systems.  Storage solutions include aboveground systems with 400, 1000 & 2000 gallon triple wall R16 insulated mini-bulk tanks and up to 16,500 gallon bulk HDLPE polyethylene storage tanks.  Dispensing solutions are available from drum and tote models to our own commercial, fleet and retail electronic DEF dispensers.  We also offer custom design capabilities to meet your specific needs.

 

 


DEFendal™ by KOST USA

DEFendal™ by KOST USA

KOST USA
1000 Tennessee Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Phone: 1-800-661-9391 ext. 5562

DEF@kostusa.com
www.DEFendal.com
 

KOST USA, a leading manufacturer and marketer of more than 100 premium chemicals, coolants and lubricants, introduces DEFendal™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid. Available at authorized distributors nationwide, KOST USA has the ability to service the continental U.S., Canada, and Mexico, allowing for the effective delivery of DEFendal™ as the market requires.

DEFendal™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid is available in a variety of package options to cover your needs. And, through our approved equipment partners, we can provide solutions for all of your DEF dispensing requirements.

An industry-integrated supplier, KOST USA makes it possible for you to get your heavy duty coolant solution and DEFendal™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid from the same supplier on the same shipment. Tell us what you need, and we'll deliver.


AiRx™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid

AiRx™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Airgas Specialty Products
2530 Sever Road, Suite 300
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Phone: (866) 977-4DEF
Fax: (770) 717-2222
info@airgasspecialtyproducts.com
www.AirgasDEF.com
 

Airgas Specialty Products has been the leading US supplier of ammonia based products and services for nitrogen oxide abatement (DeNOX) and now includes Airgas AiRx™ Diesel Exhaust Fluid.

Airgas AiRx is a high quality urea based solution that is API Certified and complies with ISO 22241-1 standards.

With our nationwide footprint and existing fleet of trucks, drivers, storage and facilities, Airgas has all the dedicated storage and equipment to customize the right solution for all of your DEF needs.






Air1® DEF by Yara

Air1® DEF by Yara

Yara North America, Inc.
100 N Tampa St, Suite 3200
Tampa, FL 33602
877-810-4-DEF (333) Phone
813-222-3855 fax
chad.dombroski@yara.com
air1.info
 

Air1®, the reliable quality DEF solutions.

Making the choice of Air1® means a guaranteed supply of DEF, as Yara is the world's largest DEF producer. This ensures you a continuity of supply in quality DEF.

Air1® complies with the highest industry standards and is certified by the American Petroleum Institute. You can be sure your SCR vehicle will function flawlessly by using Air1® DEF. We reliably supply the highest quality DEF via the Mansfield DeliveryONE Network of distributors across the US, so you are never far away from an Air1® distributor.

The Air1® brand offers not only the DEF product in itself but also a full range of related DEF storage and handling equipment to meet all fleet operators and individual requirements.


BlueDEF

BlueDEF

4065 Commercial Avenue
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: 877-845-0DEF (333)
Fax: 847-664-7169

po'bryan@oldworldind.com
www.bluedef.com
 

Trust your fleet's future with the leading producer and distributor of functional fluids. For over 35 years, Old World Industries brought you tested and proven products backed by years of research. Now you can depend on Old World Industries to develop and customize your BlueDEF program from individual product and equipment needs to training and technical support.

BlueDEF is an API certified DEF that meets ISO Standard 22241 for purity and concentration, thereby ensuring optimum SCR performance. All of Old World Industries' equipment has been field tested and proven in Europe, where DEF and SCR technology have been used since 2006.

With over 450 distribution points across America, Old World Industries is there, where you need us to be. Call us today.


Brenntag North America

5083 Pottsville Pike
Reading, PA 19605

Phone: 1-877-363-5843

DEF@brenntag.com
www.brenntagdef.com
 

Brenntag, the world's leading chemical distributor, has partnered with Terra Environmental Technologies, Inc., a leading international producer of nitrogen products, to offer TerraCair Ultrapure Diesel Exhaust Fluid. The experience and size of Terra and Brenntag, along with an efficient and effective distribution network provides the best solution for DEF from coast to coast.

TerraCair® Ultrapure DEF is AVAILABLE TODAY from Brenntag J.I.T. in a variety of package options - delivered pure by our fleet, from our 100+ stocking locations across the US and Canada. You can consult with Brenntag for equipment solutions and the best alternatives to get you rolling with DEF.

 

 


VICTORY BLUE™

VICTORY BLUE™

Corporate
1670 Keller Pkwy Suite 247
Keller, TX 76248
817-431-9894

DEF@vicfuel.com
www.victorybluedef.com
 

VicNRG, a Texas based company, produces VICTORY BLUE™ DEF. Using ultrapure water and pharmaceutical grade Urea, VICTORY BLUE™ surpasses the industry standard, ISO 22241, for purity and quality. 
Victory has earned the trust of OEMs like Valvoline and Cummins and has excelled through the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) with those companies.  Victory prides itself on providing an efficient professional service and superior product line with a particular emphasis on quality and value. Victory is committed to the company's mission to improve the quality of life, and the introduction of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is in line with the company's core values.

VICTORY BLUE™ reaches coast to coast. VICTORY BLUE™ DEF is available in a variety of package options from jugs to railcar.  Drive with confidence. Drive with Victory.


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