Energy programs provide convenience, value and peace of mind

By Cassie Wandersee, MKC Staff Writer
MKC operates one of the top professional energy departments in the state of Kansas and their Certified Energy Specialists (CES) are a crucial aspect of the energy department.

Certified Energy Specialists Chris Chandler, Brian
Huxman and Donne Holtzinger play a critical
role in the success of MKC's energy division.

Certified Energy Specialists are highly trained in petroleum products and petroleum applications in order to provide the best service for customers and producers. Overall the goal of a CES is to provide convenient service and help the producer manage risk. MKC employs three Certified Energy Specialists to best serve customers.

“I think the most valuable skill a CES can have is the understanding that relationships drive this business,” said Chris Chandler. Chandler joined MKC in 2009 as a CES and was recognized in 2010 as a top lubricant salesman by Cenex.

Each CES working for MKC realizes the importance of building a relationship with the customer and understanding the customer’s need. Their purpose is to assist the producer in their farming practice, not simply sell them a product.

Just how good is your equipment warranty?

Does it pay to invest in protection for your valuable agricultural equipment?  Absolutely, because in this line of business there’s no such thing as an “inexpensive” repair – and there’s no time for downtime.


Dennis Friesen (top photo) and Dale Friesen receive

warranty payments from Cenex Representative, Curt Courtright.

Also pictures is Donnie Holtzinger, Certified Energy

Specialist for MKC.

Just ask McPherson Co. producers Dale and Dennis Friesen.  Both men had issues with the injector pump on their equipment.  And since they were enrolled in the Cenex® Total Protection Plan^TM warranty program, they had the peace of mind knowing that their repair costs would be covered.



Whether you cover new or used equipment, the warranty offers four primary benefits:

·         Unsurpassed coverage that goes beyond – but won’t interfere with your original manufacturer’s warranty.

·         A no-hassle claims process with no deductive and no “burden of proof,” meaning you don’t have to prove that your engine problems were caused by an oil or fuel defect.

·         Extended equipment life, thanks to quality Cenex lubricants and Cenex Ruby Fieldmaster® Premium Diesel Fuel (products that are specially formulated for the tough challenges of farming).

·         The early-warning advantages that come from conducting regular oil sampling, a simple yet important set that can help prevent major problems and alert you before expensive damage occurs.

The Cenex® Total Protection Plan^TM provides coverage up to 10 years or 10,000 hours on new equipment and 8 years or 8,000 hours on existing equipment.  You get great protection, plus all the advantages that come from using proven Cenex Premium Diesel Fuels and lubricants – like longer engine life, extended drains, more power for pulling heavy loads, quicker starts and improved fuel efficiency.

For more information about the warranty program, contact one of our Certified Energy Specialists:

Chris Chandler, CES 620-664-4172

Donnie Holtzinger, CES 620-345-8909
Brian Huxman, CES  620-386-0763