After a record-breaking 2024, Aspen Fuel returned to the Arb Show at Westonbirt Arboretum earlier in May.
The supplier delivers alkylate fuel for the professional arborist. Free from ethanol, benzene and most other hazardous hydrocarbons traditionally found in pump petrol, the Swedish-produced fuel is said to deliver longer shelf life and a cleaner burn, enhancing engine performance and reliability while providing an improved working environment.
Available in 4-stroke and a pre-mixed alkylate petrol for air-cooled 2-stroke engines, the fuel offers a viable solution for those seeking a more environmentally friendly fuel source, Aspen says, “without resigning fully serviceable petrol-powered equipment to the shed or scrapyard”.
The benefits for people, machinery and the planet has seen Aspen become the workstyle choice for businesses within the arboriculture and forestry sectors, it adds, together with golf courses and local authorities.
As of February 2025, the use of alkylate fuels has also been recommended by the Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA) for the health of chainsaw operators.
Stand visitors sceptical about making the switch could speak to the Aspen technical team, who could explain the trial opportunities to ‘Experience the Difference’ within their business.
More details were available on the various pack sizes and flexible delivery options to bring further time and budget savings by all-but eliminating trips to the petrol station.
Visitors also put their strength and skills to the test with the return of the Aspen Challenge for a chance to win a fantastic prize on each day of the show.