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Franklin Fueling Systems APT Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sumps

  By BlogAdmin July 1, 2021 , , , ,

APT - Franklin Fueling Systems |John W Kennedy Company

Fiberglass Tank Sumps: Watertight 2-Piece

Designed to provide maximum protection from water intrusion with a simplified installation process, the Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump delivers easy access to tank top equipment for fast maintenance and servicing. Completing the installation is simple. The pour-in-place slurry secures the riser to the base’s integrated channel, with no messy fiberglassing required. Available without bottom or with enclosed bottom.

APT Watertight 2-Piece Fiberglass Tank Sump Model Number Description
602402922 42″ watertight fiberglass tank sump includes base, riser, and lid
602402901 48″ watertight fiberglass tank sump includes base, riser, and lid
602402932 42″ watertight fiberglass tank sump includes base with enclosed bottom, riser, and lid
602402911 48″ watertight fiberglass tank sump includes base with enclosed bottom, riser, and lid

SIMPLE INSTALLATION, WATERTIGHT PROTECTION


Available in either 42” or 48” diameters, watertight fiberglass tank sumps deliver maximum protection from liquid intrusion while providing easy access to submersible pumps, tank top hardware, and pipework connections. Able to fit under any 36” manway, Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sumps provide a clear 31” diameter opening for easy access to equipment.

Watertight Lid
A game-changing new lightweight lid design delivers the highest level of protection from water intrusion.		 Two-Piece Riser
The two-piece riser and base allow easy access to tank top equipment and pipework entry during installation.		 Pour-In-Place Installation
Once equipment installation is complete, the top riser is securely fastened to the base’s integrated fill channel using a watertight pour-in-place slurry.

TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES

Pour-In-Place
Pour-In-Place

Mix the epoxy slurry, pour it into the channel, and set the riser in place.

 Stainless Steel Handles
Stainless Steel Handles

Two stainless steel handles are surface-mounted with no penetrations, eliminating potential leak paths.
Side-Sealing Gasket
Side-Sealing Gasket

The watertight lid gasket seals to the side of the sump wall, preventing debris from getting trapped between the lid and the sump to protect the integrity of the seal.

 Integrated Lid Vent
Integrated Lid Vent

The vapor pressure vent’s thin membrane balances pressure without letting liquid in, making it easier to remove the cover during maintenance.

Lid Latch Verification
Lid Latch Verification

Three lid latches provide visual confirmation that the lid is appropriately seated and remains in place.

 Field-Height Adjustable
Field-Height Adjustable

Watertight fiberglass tank sumps come at a standard height of 60” and are adjustable down to 34” in the field to accommodate new and retrofit site conditions.
Watertight Tank Sump Lid |John W Kennedy Company

GAME-CHANGING WATERTIGHT LID

To achieve the highest level of protection against water intrusion and ultimate ease-of-use, the watertight fiberglass tank sump incorporates the best features of a manway into the tank sump lid.

Side-Sealing GasketSide-Sealing Gasket

The side-sealing gasket prevents debris from getting trapped between the lid and the sump, effectively eliminating debris that could compromise the seal.

 HDPE LidHDPE Lid

An injection-molded HDPE construction delivers a durable, yet lightweight, easy-to-handle cover. The ribbed underside provides increased strength and stability.

 Lid LatchesLid Latches

The lid latches provide a visual verification that the lid is properly in place to deliver a watertight seal. The lid must be fully seated before the lid latches will close.
SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION

SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION

Watertight tank sumps are available at a standard height of 60” and adjustable in the field down to 34” to accommodate shallow-buried tanks.

Two-Piece DesignTwo-Piece Design

The two-piece design eliminates confined spaces during installation by allowing the installer to assemble the pipework through the octagonal base without the sump riser in the way.

 Octagonal BaseOctagonal Base

The octagonal base and riser are constructed with eight flat panels to maximize flexibility of pipe entry locations.

 Fill ChannelFill Channel

The pour-in-place fill channel makes connecting the sump riser to the base simple, fast, and watertight once installation is complete.

MAINTENANCE MADE EASY

MAINTENANCE MADE EASY

The lightweight injection molded HDPE lid weighs only 21 pounds, making it easy to remove and maneuver during maintenance or service.

Pressure VentPressure Vent

The vapor pressure vent’s thin membrane balances pressure without letting liquid in, making it easier to remove the cover during maintenance.

 HandlesHandles

Two stainless-steel retractable handles are surface-mounted to eliminate any potential leak paths into the lid.

 Wide OpeningWide Opening

The wide 31” opening provides easy access to tank top equipment.

• Available in single wall with options for collar-mounted base without bottom or with enclosed bottom.• Available at a standard height of 60” and adjustable in the field down to 34” to accommodate shallow- buried tanks.

• Lightweight, 21lbs, injection molded HDPE lid with integrated ribs for added strength.

• The lightweight lid features a side-sealing gasket that locks liquid and debris out.
• Three lid latches provide visual confirmation that the lid is appropriately seated and remains in place.• The pour-in-place fill channel makes connecting the riser to the octagonal base quick and easy for installers with no messy, time-consuming fiberglass seam work to do.

• Fits under any 36” manway while providing a 31” diameter clear opening for easy access to equipment.

• Two-piece design eliminates confined spaces during installation by allowing the installer to assemble the pipework through the octagonal base without the sump riser in the way.
• Octagonal base and riser are constructed with eight flat panels to maximize flexibility of pipe entry locations.• The vapor pressure vent’s thin membrane balances pressure without letting liquid in, making it easier to remove the cover during maintenance.

• Two stainless-steel retractable handles are surface-mounted to eliminate any potential leak paths into the lid.

Components

Components

1. Lid with side-sealing gasket

2. Riser

3. Base

4. Lid latches

5. Fill channel

6. Collar with open bottom

7. Retractable handles

8. Vapor pressure vent

42” Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump Dimensions

42 in. Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump Dimensions

48” Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump Dimensions

42 in. Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump Dimensions

Watertight Fiberglass Tank Sump Installation Tools & Accessories

Pour-In-Place Slurry Kit

Model Number Description
602366924 Pour-in-place slurry kit includes: (1) gallon resin, (1) pint catalyst, gloves, mixing stick, sand paper

∎ One kit required per tank sump.

Collar Mount Seam Kit

Model Number Description
602366901 Collar mount seam kit includes: (2) wooden stir sticks, (2) pair rubber gloves, (3) quart containers of resin, (4) tubes of catalyst, (2) rolls of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) matte, 6” x 27”, (1) quart container of putty, (1) plastic putty mixing knife

∎ One kit required per tank sump.

Installation Accessories Kit

Model Number Description
602366933 Installation accessories kit includes: (1) FRP roller, (2) plastic putty mixing knives, (2) wooden stir sticks, (1) scissors, (4) pair rubber gloves, (6) brushes

Replacement Latches

Model Number Description
602395940 Replacement latch only
602395930 Replacement latch assembly with adhesive
FFS APT FFS CableTight FFS EBW
FFS EVO FFS FE Petro FFS Flex-Ing
FFS Healy FFS Incon FFS UPP

If you have any questions about Franklin Fueling Systems APT watertight fiberglass tank sumps or would like to receive a quote, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-451-4021 or Email Us with any further questions or inquiries.

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

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Universal Valve: Which Is Really Better – Cross-linked or Linear Polyethylene?

  By BlogAdmin April 18, 2019 , ,

Are you providing your customer with the safest and best long term performance spill container?

 

 

 

Universal Valve 69RT and 71CD spill containers are equipped with a Cross-Link Polyethylene Bellow. Research shows that Cross-Link Polyethylene is far superior to Linear Polyethylene.
An Environmental stress test (ASTM method D-1693 for polyethylene plastics) shows that Cross-Link Polyethylene can hold up for thousands of hours with 0 failures as opposed to linear polyethylene’s only, hundreds of hours.Universal 69RT & 71CD Interchangeable Covers

  • Cross-Link Polyethylene Bellows
  • Bolted bellows to ring and base – no band clamps to slip off.
  • Available with or without a drain
  • SP version easily retrofitted from a rain-tight lid to a water-tight lid (69RT)
  • Equipped standard with grounding screw. Important when using a fiberglass riser pipe!
  • Easily Hydro or vacuum testable to meet all new EPA testing regulations
  • Built and tested in the U.S.A. !

 

 

And don’t forget to check out the hottest web specials offered by Universal Valve on our website!Universal Valve's Hot Savings

Be Safe, Be Sure, Be Universal!

 

The John W. Kennedy Company appreciates your business and continued support!
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5 Reasons Fuel-Site Water Intrusion Is Increasing

  By BlogAdmin December 10, 2018 , , , , , , , , ,

It is a pretty well known fact that most of the Earth’s surface is covered by water so to say it permeates our existence is an understatement.

While this liquid is essential to our existence, it also wreaks havoc on many man-made systems it comes in contact with and in our world of petroleum, it would be classified as a super villain!

And while our industry has been reacting to the havoc water causes for more than a century to develop better ways to keep it out of refueling systems, water intrusion has INCREASED in refueling systems!

Ed KammererThe following is an excerpt, written by Ed Kammerer that appeared in the September, 2018 edition of the Fuel Market News.  Ed is the Director of Global Product Management for OPW, based in Cincinnati, OH, USA. He can be reached at ed.kammerer@opwglobal.com. OPW is leading the way in fueling solutions and innovations worldwide. OPW delivers product excellence and the most comprehensive line of fueling equipment and services to retail and commercial fueling operations around the globe. For more information on OPW, please go to OPWGlobal.com.

Below are some of the highlights pulled from Ed’s article.

OPW War on Water Intrusion

Why the increase??

Here are some explanations:

  • Changes In Fuel Chemistry
  • Changes In The Fuel Distribution Infrastructure
  • Installation Procedures

OPW is Waging War on Water Intrusion

By offering:

  • Composite Multiports with Watertight Lids and Covers
  • Composite Manhole Covers
  • Sealable Cover Spill Containers
  • No-Drill Dispenser Loop Sumps
  • No-Drill Tank Sumps

You can read Ed’s full article by clicking here.

 

JWK Shop By ImageIn our ongoing efforts to simplify finding and buying retail petroleum refueling equipment and replacement parts, nothing quite does it like image driven content to help guide your selections. If you are on a desktop or laptop, use your mouse to scroll around the image below to discover the links to many of OPW’s watertight and other line of products found in our online store.
JWK Blog Editor’s Note: OPW is constantly adding products to their line and we are always adding and removing products from our web store.  While the below image is tied to hundreds of OPW products in our webstore, we are still linking products to the various categories represented in the below graphic and have not linked any OPW Fuel Management Products as of this writing. Product offerings linked to this grpahic will continue to expand over time. Thank you.

If you have any further questions about water intrusion, OPW ‘s line of watertight products or would like to place an order, do not hesitate to contact us at 1.800.451.4021.

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

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OPW Introduces the ElectroTite Tank Sump – No Drill DRY Sump Technology

  By BlogAdmin October 5, 2018 , ,

OPW ElectroTite - Is your site underwater? OPW is proud to introduce their newest Watertight Wonder, the ElectroTite Tank Sump

Developed in the collaborative engineering labs of FlexWorks and Fibrelite, OPW’s latest tank sump innovation is the most watertight system on the planet and features no drill dry sump technology. The ElectroTite ships factory-installed with conduit ports and an electrical wiring box, which eliminates tank sump leak points at site installation.

By becoming conduit-entry-fitting-free, the market’s most watertight tank sump is now the most innovative. Extremely versatile, the ElectroTite is available in a wide variety of models to accommodate virtually any tank sump application.

A few of the many innovative features and benefits include:

  • Sealed conduit threads on outside of sump – enter above water table.
  • UL-Listed, explosion-proof junction box allows space to reroute. communication wires and loop additional sensors without entering sump. Junction box is also used for wiring seal off.
  • The “Kwik Wire” junction box is partitioned and allows for high voltage and sensor wires in same box.
  • Reduces the number of entry and leak points into sump.

In the meantime, check out the ElectroTite resources below:

 

ElectroTite Data Sheet

 

The sump will be on display at the PEI-NACS show in Las Vegas, October 7-10. Stop by the OPW booth (7021) at the show and see the sump in person and talk with the OPW team about this exciting new innovation!

Please feel free to contact us as well with any questions about the ElectroTite tank sump or any other OPW product at 1.800.451.4021.

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

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