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

By BlogAdmin April 30, 2020 Important Bulletins, Notifications, Safety, Service Bulletins

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.

6 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 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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Beyond 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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COVID-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 World

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

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Currently on the resource center page you will find:

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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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Tips for Keeping Your Site Sanitized During COVID-19

By BlogAdmin March 25, 2020 Important Bulletins, Notifications, Safety, Service Bulletins

Convenience Stores Stay Vigilant on Gas Pump Sanitation

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. 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!

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

By BlogAdmin March 23, 2020 Important Bulletins, Notifications, Safety, Service Bulletins

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.

While 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 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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HEALY 800 SERIES ORVR NOZZLES DISCONTINUED IN THE U.S. MARKET

By BlogAdmin July 3, 2019 Hanging Hardware, Important Bulletins, Notifications, Nozzles, Obsoleted

Effective July 3, 2019, Franklin Fueling Systems is discontinuing the sale of HEALY™ 800 Series Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) nozzles in the United States.

The HEALY™ 800 Series ORVR nozzle was designed and primarily sold in Texas to support the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s requirement for Stage II vapor recovery (VR) with ORVR capability. Texas has ended the requirement for Stage II Vapor Recovery, and the deadline for replacing Stage II hanging hardware with conventional industry standard hanging hardware was August 8, 2018.

Please contact us at 1.800.451.4021 if you need assistance with transitioning to another vapor recovery nozzle option from the HEALY™ 800 Series ORVR Nozzle.

Additionally, Franklin Fueling Systems will be discontinuing the 800 Core Return Program at this time.

Click here to see the Franklin Fueling official bulletin.

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

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Graco Safety Alert – Vented Air Ball Valve 110225

By BlogAdmin February 7, 2018 Important Bulletins, Maintenance & Repair, Notifications, RECALLS, Service Bulletins

SAFETY ALERT

Between January 1, 2017 and January 10, 2018, Graco 110225 ball valves were not manufactured correctly by Graco’s supplier!

The incorrect valves do not have a vent hole, and as a result will not vent pressure when turned to the closed position. Air pressure can then become trapped downstream of the valve potentially causing serious injury due to unexpected movement of equipment.

Here is a a list of affected products:

Part Number	Description	Part Number	Description
110225	VALVE, VENTED, TWO-WAY, ½	246669	SYSTEM, WASTE OIL PUMP TRENCH
244680	SYSTEM, BULK ANTIFREEZE/WWS	244648	SYSTEM, BULK GREASE
244847	SYSTEM, BULK OIL	246672	SYSTEM, WWS PUMP
244628	SYSTEM, BULK OIL	244679	SYSTEM, BULK ANTI-FREEZE/WWS
244846	SYSTEM, BULK OIL	246657	SYSTEM, AIR DROP
246659	SYSTEM, AIR DROP & TIRE CHANGER	244646	SYSTEM, BULK GREASE
244641	SYSTEM, BULK GREASE

Your safety is Graco’s and our highest priority. All incorrect valves in inventory and in use must be removed, quarantined and replaced.

The correct valve has a vent hole and is marked with a directional arrow and the number 250.
The incorrect valve does not have a vent hole and the markings are different.

If you have identified that you purchased any of the affected valves and/or equipment packages between 1/1/2017 to 1/10/2018, here are the required actions to follow:

Inspect the valves and packages for the incorrect valve
You must REMOVE or QUARANTINE the incorrect valve
If you can not remove the valve from use immediately, it is extremely critical that you find a method to relieve trapped air pressure before cleaning, inspecting or servicing the equipment
Contact us at 1.800.451-4021 to replace the incorrect valves
1. A warranty claim will be created
2. the incorrect valves must be returned to Graco to receive credit for the incorrect valves
3. UPDATE as of 2/8/2018 – Graco WILL reimburse for labor on a case by case basis!

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any further questions or require assistance, please call us at 1.800.451.4021.

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

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We WILL get through this together!

UPDATE – MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2020: CURBSIDE PICKUP

Previously Posted:

Between January 1, 2017 and January 10, 2018, Graco 110225 ball valves were not manufactured correctly by Graco’s supplier!

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