Matherne’s gadget, officially called the Heavy Oil Recovery Device, or HORD, is far simpler. It uses a 6-foot-long bag made of the same synthetic mesh in lawn furniture.

Wesson Smart Choice debuted Bag-In-Box packaging, which features four built-in handles and a built-in spout allowing for easier and safer pouring than traditional 35-pound Jug-In-Box oils ...

The crude oil can be further refined into gasoline, but you'll need another machine -- sold by Blest, of course. At $10,000, the machine certainly isn't cost effective, but the company hopes to ...