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Glowmax advanced heating oil Frequently Asked Questions

Glowmax is a heating oil additive specifically designed for use in your home and it's exclusively delivered by BUTLER FUELS. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions below. However, we would be delighted to discuss Glowmax with you directly. Call us on 08457 240241 and speak to our friendly staff.

What are the benefits of Glowmax?

Performance
* New enhanced formula gives unparalleled performance
* Produces less carbon than standard kerosene, leading to a better performance of your boiler, AGA or Rayburn cooker

Protection
* Enhanced formula protects oil-fired appliances against corrosion and keeps them in optimum condition
* Cleaner storage and burning process means the fuel quality is maintained, further protecting oil-fired appliances

Peace of mind
* Successfully trialled and tested in an AGA at AGA laboratories
* Outstanding results in our consumer field trials on boilers plus AGA and Rayburn cookers
* Kinder on your oil fuel system meaning fewer emergency call-outs
* Glowmax has been extensively tested and has passed all tests with flying colours.

Will it reduce carbon / sediment?

* It is designed to reduce carbon and sediment build-up
* In the testing and customer trials, it was found to reduce build-up significantly

What tests have you done?

Test 1 - use of the improved Glowmax for 12 months in an AGA at the AGA test facility in Telford. Results were outstanding.
Test 2 - our extensive field trial with 26 AGA and Rayburn cookers and boiler users. All appliances were regularly tested by independent OFTEC-approved engineers and all passed with flying colours. View the checklists that were completed by the OFTEC approved engineers.
Test 3 - Samples of oil taken from the customers’ tanks were analysed in the laboratory. Results were excellent.

Has it been tested by AGA?

* Yes, it has been successfully trialled and tested by AGA.

What’s the difference between Glowmax with the enhanced formula and the original Glowmax?

* The additive’s formula has been altered. After conducting an extensive field research programme, we have refined and developed the formula, leading to an improved product. Subsequent field trials with numerous customers have been extremely successful.

What’s the difference between Glowmax with the enhanced formula and standard kerosene?

* Glowmax produces less carbon than standard kerosene, leading to a better performance of your boiler, AGA or Rayburn cooker
* Glowmax protects oil-fired appliances against corrosion and keeps them in optimum condition
* Glowmax has a cleaner storage and burning process. This means the fuel quality is maintained, further protecting oil-fired appliances
* Glowmax is kinder on your oil fuel system, meaning fewer emergency call-outs.

Can I mix it with Kerosene / the existing Glowmax or do I need to drain the tank?

* You can mix it with kerosene or Glowmax
* You do not need to drain the tank

Can it be used in Rayburns?

* Yes, very successfully. There were a number of Rayburn users on our consumer field trials and they all showed excellent results.

Can it be used in boilers?

* Yes, very successfully.
* There were 15 boiler users on our consumer field trials and they all showed first rate results.

Can it be used in AGA cookers?

* Yes, very successfully. In fact it has been successfully trialled and tested AGA.
* Also, there were 20 AGA users on our consumer field trials and they all showed outstanding results.

Will it benefit customers without an AGA or a Rayburn?

* Yes, it is ideal for oil-fired boilers. There were 15 boiler users on our consumer field trials and they all showed first rate results.

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