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EquipmentWorld.com | October 2017 53 to study their operations and decide whether to bring the machines to the DEF or the DEF to the machines. "Consider the cost of moving that machine across a jobsite to the DEF source versus a more mobile strat- egy," he says. Also think about how you'll handle DEF refills if you have multiple jobsites. Regardless of the size or mobility of your DEF bulk handling equipment, you probably don't want to pur- chase more DEF than you can consume in a year, says Jessica Shetler, product marketing manager for con- struction and forestry engines and powertrains at John Deere. "That puts it on a purchase schedule similar to your oil and coolants," she says. DEF purity Contamination of DEF is one of the largest contribu- tors to DEF system problems, says Miller. Contaminants, such as dirt, metal or other fluids, not only reduce the effectiveness of the DEF, but can damage the mechanical operation of the SCR system and poison the catalyst. www.texastrucktuning.com • 806.217.2254 Construction and industrial equipment tuning. We can get the most out of your equipment safely and guaranteed. EGR, DPF and DEF(Urea) deactivation available. We are looking for shops that like to work with Texas Truck Tuning. Call us for more info. Call us today for a quote Legendary Consulting_EW1017_PG.indd 1 9/12/17 3:46 PM For bulk supplies of DEF, a 330-gallon tote can be stored at the shop and used to refill mobile trailers' transfer tanks.