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Franklin Fueling Systems EVO™ 600 and EVO™ 6000 ATGs FREE ONLINE TRAINING!!

  By BlogAdmin April 2, 2021 , , , , ,

GET CERTIFIED ON THE LATEST ​​​AUTOMATIC TANK GAUGE TECHNOLOGY

For a limited time, we are offering FREE FFS PRO® University online certification for EVO™ 600 and EVO™ 6000 Automatic Tank Gauge Installation / Wiring and Programming.

This free online training is available now through June 30, 2021!!

Franklin Fueling Systems Fueling System Safety A few things to know before you get started on the free training. 

You are required to have an FFSPRO account. If you do not have one, you can register here.

Next, you will be required to take the online Fueling System Safety course. Be aware that if you are not using one of the following browsers, you may encounter functionality and content issues:
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Controller Specialist: EVO™ 600 & EVO™ 6000 Installation & Wiring

Controller Specialist: EVO™ 600 & EVO™ 6000 Installation & Wiring EVO™ 600 and EVO™ 6000 automatic tank gauge model overview, installation and wiring of modules, probes, remote alarms, sensors, and Turbine Pump Interface

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Site Startup Specialist: EVO™ 600 & EVO™ 6000 Programming

Site Startup Specialist: EVO™ 600 & EVO™ 6000 Programming EVO™ 600 and EVO™ 6000 fuel management & system programming including user/network interfacing, console navigation, initial setup, and optional supported feature programming.

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EVO™ 600 & EVO EVO™ 6000

The new EVO™ 600 and EVO™ 6000 ATGs provide highly accurate inventory management and full-featured compliance monitoring for any size fuel system. Advanced features include Corrosion Control™ System automation and monitoring, Electronic Line Leak Detection, and DEF/AdBlue® recirculation.

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

EVO 600 Base Model
EVO 600 Base Model		 EVO 6000 Base Model
EVO 6000 Base Model
FFS APT FFS CableTight FFS EBW
FFS EVO FFS FE Petro FFS Flex-Ing
FFS Healy FFS Incon FFS UPP

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April 30, 2020 UPDATE: Gilbarco Veeder-Root: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for C-stores and Gas Stations

  By BlogAdmin April 30, 2020 , , ,

Coronavirus Resource Center

In an effort to keep the industry as informed as possible, Gilbarco Veeder-Root has created the coronavirus resource center to keep all COVID-19 related communications in one easy-to-find location.  This should prove to be a handy and useful resource that is specifically geared towards retailers in the fueling industry as well as consumers concerned about the level of safety they can expect when they refuel.

You can also sign up for the weekly COVID-19 newsletter to stay on top of the latest news and developments as the world fights this pandemic together.

C-Stores on the Forefront of Change in the Post-Coronavirus Retail World6 Passport POS Tips and Tricks for COVID-19

April 30, 2020
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, we asked our product experts to come up with ways use Passport POS to make stores safer for employees and customers.
The team ended up with a series of tips that repurpose features and functions of Passport with the goal of flattening the curve.

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C-Store COVID-19 Tip: Keep Forecourts Open 24 Hours for Emergency WorkersC-Store COVID-19 Tip: Keep Forecourts Open 24 Hours for Emergency Workers

April 30, 2020
Health care workers, commercial drivers, and other essential workers often need access to fuel during off-hours.
Stores use Unattended Mode to keep the forecourt operating and clear card reader errors when no cashier is on duty.

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C-Stores on the Forefront of Change in the Post-Coronavirus Retail WorldBeyond the Curve: What Do Gas Stations Look Like After COVID-19 Passes?

April 23, 2020
During the COVID-19 outbreak, convenience stores and gas stations have not only proven essential, but resilient in ways no one knew.

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C-Stores on the Forefront of Change in the Post-Coronavirus Retail WorldCOVID-19 Tip: Offer Full Service with Attendant Fueling Mode

April 20, 2020
During the COVID-19 outbreak, convenience stores and gas stations have not only proven essential, but resilient in ways no one knew.

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C-Stores on the Forefront of Change in the Post-Coronavirus Retail WorldC-Stores on the Forefront of Change in the Post-Coronavirus Retail World

April 14, 2020
Times are changing and the numbers are already in.

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Gilbarco Veeder-Root forecourt solutions expert Danny Seals to answer the top questions on COVID-19 and fuel dispensers

Currently on the resource center page you will find:

ARTICLES
Gas Pump SafetyGAS PUMP
SAFETY		 POS SafetyPOS
SAFETY		 Gilbarco Veeder-Root Commitment To SafetyGVR COMMITMENT
TO SAFETY
VIDEOS
PRINTABLES
Dispenser Cleaning Guide For Retailers POS Cleaning Guide Dispenser Cleaning Guide For Consumers

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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Help protect yourself & your customers from the Coronavirus with Universal Valve’s Marty’s Mits

  By BlogAdmin April 16, 2020 , , ,

Universal Valve's Marty's Mits

Marty’s Mits
Click on the image to see them in our online store!

Marty's Mits Kit with Protective metal enclosure

MITS-KIT
You can also buy the Marty’s Mits Kit that includes a box of 500 mitts and the protective metal enclosure. Click the image to buy from our online store today!

Disposable mitt protects your customers from gas and diesel odors as well as the spread of germs at the pump

  • Economical way to ensure the safety of everyone
  • Easy to use, one time use mitts
  • Box of 500 one time use disposable mitts
  • Metal box to hold, dispense, and protect your Marty’s Mits also available
Marty's Mits Metal Box

Marty’s Mits Protective Case
You can also buy just the metal case for your Marty’s Mits. Click the image to buy from our online store now!

PLEASE NOTE!!

  • Limited quantities available now. 
  • Due to limited quantities Marty’s Mits are available on first come first serve basis. 
  • Preorder now for backorder on next production run.
  • Due to the nature and high demand for this product no returns or order/preorder cancellations will be excepted.

Universal ValveAnd don’t forget to check out Universal Valve’s other great products listed on our webstore.  And if you don’t find what you are looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us by email or by calling us at 1.800.238.1225.

 

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Tips for Keeping Your Site Sanitized During COVID-19

  By BlogAdmin March 25, 2020 , , ,

Convenience Stores Stay Vigilant on Gas Pump Sanitation

Gilbarco Veeder-Root

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

  By BlogAdmin March 23, 2020 , , ,

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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Tag PEI During OSHA Safe + Sound Week, Aug. 12-18

  By BlogAdmin August 6, 2019 , , ,

Safe and SoundPEI wants members to tag PEI in their safety-related social media posts Aug. 12-18 during Safe + Sound Week. That week, the U.S. Department of Labor, workers and job creators nationwide will raise awareness about workplace safety.

The goal is to get all U.S. employers to implement workplace safety initiatives and highlight how workers improve safety.

Companies that want to participate in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Safe + Sound Week may download OSHA suggestions for activities here. The OSHA multimedia toolkit includes downloadable logos, decals, a participant badge and banner and certificate templates.

PEI encourages member companies to share their Safe + Sound Week activities on social media using the following hashtags and handles:
• #SafeAndSoundAtWork
• @PEInewsfeed
• @petroleumequipmentinstitute
• #petroleumequipmentinstitute

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for employees. OSHA’s role is to help ensure these conditions for working U.S. adults by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, education and assistance. For more information, visit www.osha.gov.

Click here to view the full August 2019 PEI Safe Practices document

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