Monthly Archives: July 2020
Gas Station Safety Guide: 2020 Edition
Gas stations are fire-prone areas. According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 5,000 fire accidents are reported in the US gas stations every year. Managing the safety risks at fuel pumps is a complicated process. From gasoline hazards to static electricity-related incidents, numerous risks can cause damage to customers and employees. Continue reading
Cash Management Tips to Manage Your Gas Station and C-store Effectively
Running a gas station and c-store is not as straightforward as it seems. Fuel retailers deal with several challenges in their day-to-day operations as they try to fulfill the needs of modern consumers who fill gas and buy products at their stores. Continue reading
Important Factors to Consider When Buying a Gas Station and C-store
The United States is a country that runs predominantly on cars; therefore, gas stations and c-stores are among the most lucrative business options for people who’re looking for lucrative returns on their investments. Continue reading
Cleaning Checklist for Your Gas Station and C-Store to Drive Customers Your Way
In the United States, there are 62,952 gas stations with convenience stores businesses. Many of them are more successful than others. What sets them apart isn’t the fuel prices, but the quality of service. Continue reading
Gas Station Checklist- Things You Must Have
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Piusi USA Continued Product Training Webinars
PIUSI want to hear from you! Due to customer demand, their product training webinars will now be held twice a month. Let PIUSI know what you would like to hear more about! Going forward, PIUSI will tailor each webinar to customers’ needs.
Tell PIUSI what you want to see on these webinars by e-mailing marketing.usa@piusi.com.
MC Box 2.0 webinars:
2nd Wednesday each month at 10 AM EDT.
4th Wednesday each month at 1 PM EDT.
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If you need any further assistance, can’t find the product you are looking for or would like to order over the phone, please do not hesitate to call us at 1.800.238.1225 and we will be more than happy to assist you!
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Report: ‘Tens of Thousands of Dollars’ in Monthly Losses Expected for Retailers without Outdoor EMV
The following is a re-post of the original article by Gilbarco Veeder-Root that can be read here.
Businesses that go without EMV on their forecourts should expect damaging monthly losses and no site is immune, according to a new fraud report.
Even relatively small gas station operators can now expect ‘tens of thousands of dollars’ in fraud losses monthly for each station once the EMV liability shift goes into effect in April 2021.
We have previously detailed the painful process of getting hit with a chargeback and the criminal system in which fuel thieves operate. These new numbers mirror the harsh reality of waiting to upgrade or skipping it altogether.
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In an example offered by Mercator, an operator with 12 locations spread evenly among areas deemed be low-, medium-, and high-risk, would face fraud liability totaling $17,315 per store over 12 months, or $207,783 overall. “This could change dramatically depending on the risk position of each station, and it should be noted that Mercator’s calculation takes a decidedly conservative approach,” said Tim Sloane, vice president of payments innovation at Marlborough, Mass.-based Mercator, in a statement.
The new outdoor EMV deadline will be April 17, 2021. If you haven’t begun your outdoor EMV upgrade, we strongly suggest contacting us as soon as possible at 1.800.451.4021.
You can find more information with Gilbarco’s Quick EMV Migration Guide and even more resources here.
Looking for Gilbarco equipment? Click on the links below to visit our web store :
Pumps & Dispensers |
Passport Point of Sale |
Forecourt Payment Options |
Forecourt Merchandising |
Click here to search all Gilbarco equipment and parts listed in our web store.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any of your EMV questions, concerns or to place an order by calling 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!
Why You Should Never Buy a Used POS System for Your Gas Station
A point-of-sale (POS) system is one of the most underrated equipment in gas stations that facilitate smooth transactions and operational efficiency.
Some gas station owners don’t realize the importance of a high-quality, latest POS system and buy a used POS system to save money, but it can hurt their business.
Here are the drawbacks of purchasing a used point-of-sale system for a gas station that you should know: Continue reading
Millions in Federal Funding Now Available for Fuel Dispenser Upgrades!
The following is a re-post of the original article by Gilbarco Veeder-Root that can be read here.
Considering getting into higher fuel blends of ethanol like E15 or E85? Make sure you’re taking advantage of the free money from the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP).
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is targeting businesses with 10 or fewer sites with the program to encourage more sales and use higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel blends.
E15, E85, and other high blends of ethanol must be stored in specialized compatible equipment. HBIIP funds are being made available to help ease the costs related to upgrading fuel dispensers (gas and diesel pumps) and attached equipment, underground storage tanks, and more.
The number and size of the HBIIP grants will depend on the successful number of applicants. The agency expects to give out about 150 awards, providing assistance to 1,500 locations.
The number and size of the HBIIP grants will depend on the successful number of applicants. The agency expects to give out about 150 awards, providing assistance to 1,500 locations.
Need help navigating clean fuels?
Here’s an article to help you decide which blends are right for your business.
Applications for HBIIP funds are being accepted now through August 13, 2020 11:59 p.m. ET.
You can find an extensive FAQ from the USDA here.
Click here to learn how to apply.
The new outdoor EMV deadline will be April 17, 2021. If you haven’t begun your outdoor EMV upgrade, we strongly suggest contacting us as soon as possible.
You can also find more information on EMV with Gilbarco Veeder-Root’s Quick EMV Migration Guide.
Looking for Gilbarco equipment? Click on the links below to visit our web store :
Pumps & Dispensers |
Passport Point of Sale |
Forecourt Payment Options |
Forecourt Merchandising |
Click here to search all Gilbarco equipment and parts listed in our web store.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any of your EMV questions, concerns or to place an order by calling 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!