Tips for Keeping Your Site Sanitized During COVID-19

Convenience Stores Stay Vigilant on Gas Pump Sanitation

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I am sure by now you have all been hammered with emails and posts in regards to COVID-19.  It doesn’t matter where you are on the planet, there is something posted or being said about it and for good reason!

Gilbarco has shared this blog post in regards to sanitizing your site against COVID-19 with information from the CDC and Consumer Reports. CDC - Centers For Disease Control and Prevention I would say the CDC is the best source of general information seeing that is where it all flows from.  The Gilbarco blog past also contains more specific and relevant cleaning information for specific equipment and components found in fuel retailing locations.  It also includes other links to posts and articles as to how we can all help one another deal with this global crisis.

And here are the highlights from the Gilbarco blog post:

Advice for Retailers:

There are many recommendations on solutions for cleaning and disinfecting high touch surfaces, but some chemicals are too harsh and can damage fuel dispensers. Ammonia-based cleaners weaken and damage bezel doors, screens, and other vital dispenser components.

Consumer Reports also advises against using ammonia-based solutions.

We suggest using a diluted household bleach solution, as recommended by the CDC.

  • Clean the dispenser with soap and water, then disinfect with the bleach solution
    • Prepare a bleach solution by mixing:
      • 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water or
      • 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water

Other cleaning considerations for retailers:

  • Do not use fuels or acetone
  • Do not use any cleaner or polish with a citrus element
  • Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, sodium hydroxide or acids. Things like glass cleaner contain ammonia and will cause damage to dispensers
  • Do not use strong solvents
  • Do not spray any cleaner or water into the card reader, receipt printer, cash acceptor or displays

Advice for Consumer:

Using a gas pump is no different than opening a freezer door at the grocery store. Businesses are taking unprecedented steps to make their businesses safe for consumers. Still, people operating gas pumps should exercise caution, giving them similar treatment to a grocery store shopping cart.

  • If possible, wipe the nozzle handle, buttons and keypads with a sanitizing cloth.
  • During the pandemic, wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. If this isn’t possible, use hand sanitizer after operating a gas pump.

I highly recommend you check out the full Gilbarco blog post as well as the information from the CDC and Consumer Reports websites.

We WILL get through this together!

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions at 1.800.451.4021 or visit us online at johnwkennedyco.com for all your petroleum equipment needs.
The John W. Kennedy Company appreciates your business and continued support!

 

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COVID-19 Updates From Around the Industry Along With Helpful POS Cleaning Tips

UPDATE – MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2020: CURBSIDE PICKUP

Due to the ongoing risks from the corona-virus, in an effort to keep both our employees and customers as safe as possible, we are asking that all orders be phoned in or those with online accounts can place orders at jwkri.com.  We will put your order together and bring it out to your vehicle.  

Call in Your Pickup Orders to:
RI: 1.800.451.4021          FL: 1.877.835.8885          ME: 1.888.667.0667
NJ: 1.888.786.7077          VT: 1.800.754.2413

 

Previously Posted:

This will be a synopsis of what we’ve heard from around our industry in regards to how the virus is impacting day-to-day business.

First and foremost, we wish everyone the best as they deal with getting through this crisis and we WILL get through it because the human spirit is strong in the worst of situations!  And while many of us may feel we fall outside the high risk category, we all have someone near and dear to us who is at risk and we just need to keep that in perspective.

CDC - Center For Disease Control and PreventionWhile this doesn’t have anything to do with petroleum, it sure does on a human level and it is helpful information regardless. This link for the CDC – Center for Disease Control and Prevention will provide the best information with what is going on with the virus and how to protect yourself on a personal and business level.  You should also check with local and state authorities as well.

 

Gilbarco Veeder-RootGilbarco has released a video with instructions on how to clean your Passport screen of COVID-19, the coronavirus:

 

All  Kennedy locations are still operating under normal business hours and as we get word in from around the industry, many of the manufacturers are as well.  We have not heard from anyone who has shut down at this point.  The biggest impact is on the various representatives who travel, with many businesses adhering to the restrictions on travel.  There may also be some lead times impacted for large orders and special order items. 

As we all know, this is an extremely fluid situation with changes occurring throughout the day, every day.  If situations change, we will do our best to get word to you as quickly as we can.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at 1.800.451.4021.

We wish you all the best at getting through this global crisis.

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

 

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Morrison Brothers Introduces Their 915 Series Automotive Fluids Tank Alarm

MORRISON BROS. CO. Introduces the
915 Automotive Fluids Tank Alarm

The 915 tank alarm is an AC-powered console designed to monitor 1 to 2 simple input switch devices and provide both audible and visual indication when an input switch is activated. This tank alarm is compatible with automotive fluids including, but not limited to: windshield washer fluid, antifreeze, transmission fluid, brake fluid, diesel, biodiesel (B-20), lube oil, and waste oil.

Standard Features
Control Console
One or two configurable input channelsMorrison Brothers 915 Automotive Fluids Tank Alarm
Two fully configurable low voltage, dry contact outputs with
° Normally-open and normally closed outputs
° Current limited 12VDC available to be used with the outputs
A dedicated configurable output for Remote Horn with Beacon

Remote Horn with Beacon
Audible horn (95dB at 2 feet)
Beacon
° Visible in bright sunlight at 100 feet or more
° 360° visibility

Solenoid with Timer
AC/DC adapter
Normally-closed (fail safe)
Adjustable timer (0 to 15 minutes)
Controlled by start/stop button
Solenoid deactivated by console on input alarm

Solenoid without Timer
AC/DC adapter
Normally-closed (fail safe)
Solenoid deactivated by console on input alarm

Construction Details
Enclosure: Polycarbonate plastic
Solenoid: Brass
Sensor
Body: PVC
Cable connector: Nylon and Buna-N
Conduit box: Aluminum
Retaining ring: Copper
Float: Nitrophyl-M

Code Compliance
Third Party Approved; Florida DEP EQ-928; wall-mounted power supplies are UL60950-1

 

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OPW NEW ENGLAND UST EVR Certification Course – Live Class

OPW New England UST EVR Certification Class


The OPW UST EVR live certification course provides attendees a hand’s on opportunity to install and service all of the OPW UST EVR Phase One System Components listed on the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order. Attendees will use the tools provided in class while performing basic installation and routine maintenance of phase one components. There is no experience necessary and the class is free. There will be a test at the conclusion of the class and with a passing grade you will receive a 2 year certification.

 

There are 2 training session dates open to all OPW distributors, contractors and end users.

WHEN: 8:30 AM Eastern Standard Time
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
(4 hour session)
OPW Loop SystemOPW UST
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton
5400 Computer Drive
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 366-5511
WHEN: 8:30 AM Eastern Standard Time
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
(4 hour session)
WHERE: Hilton Garden Inn
800 Hall of Fame Ave
Springfield, MA 01105
(413) 886-8000
EACH CLASS SIZE: 20 attendees maximum
(first come first serve basis)
MEAL: Coffee, Juice, Bagels
PRESENTER: Glenn “Whitey” Eckart
HOSTED BY: Tim Andersen
OPW District Manager
tim.andersen@opwglobal.com
REQUIREMENTS: IMPORTANT:
Please respond ASAP !!
You will be required to provide each attendee’s name, company name and email address
to officially register any attendee for the training class

Enrollment will be on a first come first serve basis.

If registration is low there is a possibility that training sessions may be cancelled.

To reserve your spot today, contact us at 1.800.451.4021 or reserve your spot(s) directly with Tim Anderson by contacting him at tim.andersen@opwglobal.com.

 

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

 

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Morrison Brothers Introduces New Leak & Overfill Indicators

MORRISON BROS. CO. Releases It’s New

724 Leak & Overfill Indicators

Morrison Brothers 724's

The Leak Indicator is designed to detect leaks in the interstitial space of an aboveground storage tank while the Overfill Indicator provides a high level visual signal indicating the aboveground storage tank is almost full.

Both versions are offered with and without a guard and BSP thread options.

Features and Details
• 2” male NPT or BSP threads
• Float installs through a 2” female threaded opening, a schedule 40 riser, or a schedule 80 riser
• Highly visible indicator
• Durable construction
• Optional aluminum guard
• 724…one model accommodates tanks up to 168”

Materials of Construction
• Body… Aluminum
• Window… Glass
• Float… Stainless steel
• Guard (optional)… Aluminum

Approvals
Third party approval (pending)
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Part Number Description Length Range
724-0200AI 2″ Interstitial Leak Indicator w/ 2″ Male NPT 6.50″ – 168″
724B-0200AI 2″ Interstitial Leak Indicator w/ 2″ Male BSP 6.50″ – 168″
724-1200AI 2″ Interstitial Leak Indicator w/ 2″ Male NPT & Guard 6.50″ – 168″
724B-1200AI 2″ Interstitial Leak Indicator w/ 2″ Male BSP & Guard 6.50″ – 168″
724O-0200AI 2″ Overfill Indicator w/ 2″ Male NPT 6.50″ – 40″
724OB-0200AI 2″ Overfill Indicator w/ 2″ Male BSP 6.50″ – 40″
724O-1200AI 2″ Overfill Indicator w/ 2″ Male NPT & Guard 6.50″ – 40″
724OB-1200AI 2″ Overfill Indicator w/ 2″ Male BSP & Guard 6.50″ – 40″

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Don’t Give Away Free Gas! Fixing Problems with Fuel Variance

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The math simply doesn’t add up, and the worst part is that you may not even be aware of it. We’re talking about fuel variance—when the amount of fuel received is not equal to the amount dispensed to consumers. In slightly more technical language, it is the difference between the actual amount of fuel and the recorded amount of fuel at any given time in your tanks. Continue reading