TECH UPDATE: REQUEST TO RETURN FLEX-ING 1½ Inch FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS WITH NPT MALE SWIVEL FITTINGS

Flex-Ing Tech UpdateFranklin Fueling Systems has identified a potential issue with weeping fittings of certain FLEX-ING™ 1½” Flexible Connectors with NPT Male Swivel End Fittings manufactured between January 18, 2021 (work week 4 of 2021) and May 28, 2021 (work week 22 of 2021).

Due to the possibility of a weeping fitting leading to potential delays on job sites during commissioning, Franklin Fueling Systems suggests that affected Flexible Connectors not yet installed should be returned for a no-charge replacement. To determine the date code of flexible connectors, please see the following instructions.
Flex-Ing Affected Product Date Code Identification

Identifying Flexible Connectors by Date Code

To confirm fitting date codes, note the image. The nut on the swivel is inscribed with the work week number and year of manufacture.

Only those with 1½” swivel fittings bearing the work week mark of 4 through 22 and year of 21 should be returned.

Any FLEX-ING™ 1½” Flexible Connectors bearing an inscribed work week prior to 4 of 21, or 23 of 21 and after should not be returned.
FLEX-ING™ 1½” Flexible Connectors with NPT Male Swivel End Fittings with date codes bearing work week 4 to work week 21 are the extent of the fittings referenced.

Returning & Requesting a Replacement Flexible Connector

1. Check your inventory for referenced Flexible Connectors.
2. Contact us at 1-800-451-4021 (7:30am-5:00pm EST)
or email us at essentials@jwkemail.com with the quantity of Flexible Connectors meeting the defective return criteria.


Feel free to contact us at 1-800-451-4021 or Email Us with any further questions!

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Franklin Fueling Systems – KNOW YOUR FUEL SYSTEM

Know Your Fuel System…Or everything you ever wanted to know about a fuel system but were afraid to ask…

Franklin Fueling Systems provides a rudimentary understanding of a fuel system and takes the complex orchestration of the entire system to break it down to the basics in this nicely animated video.  This is a great learning tool to put in front of new people entering the industry to quickly get them up to speed on what happens underground or for those curious to learn and understand more about the entire system; whether they sell, install or service equipment or own / work at a gas station.

And after you check out the video, be sure to check out the various links below to Franklin Fueling products found in the JWK Webstore as well as the great resources at FranklinFueling.com.

 

 


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FFSPRO Site Builder FFSPRO Advantage FFSPRO Verify FFSPRO University

 

 

Be sure to check out our ever-expanding product offerings and great deals from Franklin Fueling’s many brands found in our webstore.

FFS APT FFS CableTight FFS EBW
FFS EVO FFS FE Petro FFS Flex-Ing
FFS Healy FFS Incon FFS UPP

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NEW FLEX-ING™ Hose Fittings Now Shipping!

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FLEX-ING Hose Fittings

Franklin Fueling is pleased to announce the release of their new swivel and fixed fittings for their popular Flex-Ing™ brand fueling hose.  These completely re-designed fittings come standard on all Hardwall, Softwall, Marina, and Cold-Weather hoses.

FFS_FlexIngFtgs2New Swivel Fitting Construction

  1. Insert (Nickel plated steel with chrome flash finish)
  2. Nut & fixed fitting (AL chrome conversion coated)
  3. Front bushing (injection modeled Acetal)
  4. Rear bushing (injection molded Acetal)
  5. Conductive spring (302 tempered stainless steel)
  6. O-rings (Viton™)

 

The new nickel-plated steel fittings now include a chrome flash finish. This additional layer of provides further protection against rust and accelerated wear.

 

Added AssuranceFkex-Ing Fittings: Added Assurance

With the new design, the swivel fitting insert (1)  features a lip (2) that sits outside of the swivel nut (3). This keeps the fitting body (4) securely in place, resisting pull-out from the hose ferrule (5).

These new fittings have already begun shipping on new Hardwall, Softwall, Marina, and Cold-Weather hoses. Please note there are no changes in pricing with these enhanced new standard fittings.

Read and download the Tech Bulletin here.

Read and download the updated Installation Guide here.

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE!

The John W. Kennedy Company appreciates your business and continued support!

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