Hydrainer | First Customer, Still Running Strong
FuelActive’s first customer — still going strong today
Proven results
The Challenge
As the UK’s largest submersible pump hire company, Hydrainer faced an urgent problem when a brand-new pump failed on-site after just 15 minutes of operation. The failure, caused by fuel contamination, risked damaging Hydrainer’s reputation and increasing costly service callouts.
The Solution
FuelActive installed an early prototype of its floating fuel pick-up unit on the affected pump, ensuring only clean fuel was delivered to the injectors. The immediate improvement prompted extended testing, moving from Hydrainer’s Cardiff depot to its Sheffield headquarters for full validation.
Both trials confirmed the system’s performance, leading to FuelActive’s first commercial order. Hydrainer has since integrated FuelActive as a factory-fit solution across its pump range, ensuring cleaner combustion, reduced maintenance, and greater reliability.
“FuelActive solved a problem that every operator faces — contaminated fuel. We’ve trusted it ever since, and it just works.”
The Benefit
By eliminating contamination at the source, FuelActive eradicated fuel-related breakdowns and reduced maintenance costs. Cleaner fuel delivery has increased uptime, extended filter life, and lowered overall fuel consumption.
The partnership, now spanning over 15 years, continues to deliver measurable performance and reliability. A lasting example of innovation born from real-world challenges.
The Outcome
Fuel economy
Fuel-related breakdowns eliminated across the fleet.
Cost saving
Reduced callouts and filter replacements.
Sustainability
Cleaner combustion helps reduce fuel use and emissions.
Reliability
Equipment runs longer with fewer interruptions.
Clean fuel. Continuous performance.
See how FuelActive helps equipment hire companies eliminate downtime and extend asset life.
