All Equipment articles – Page 4
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Promotional FeatureHow to harness the power of forecourt insurance
A comprehensive insurance package could make the difference between peace of mind and sleepless nights for forecourt operators. So, what are the different types of coverage available and the most frequent insurance claims seen?
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NewsGridserve launches ‘fastest and most powerful’ commercially available charger
Gridserve has introduced its fastest electric vehicle charger - the 360kW ABB Terra 360 - following a successfull trial at its Braintree Electric Forecourt back in October 2022.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON TANKS AND PIPEWORK: Phased approach
Having any work done on your forecourt can be a headache, especially if it means downtime across whole site.
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Equipment NewsBP strengthens partnership with Diebold Nixdorf to support convenience and forecourt transformation
BP and Diebold Nixdorf have recently signed a memorandum of understanding for Diebold Nixdorf to serve as a BP-preferred global partner for operational services and retail technology.
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Equipment NewsFri-Jado extends multi table-top display range with rear feed model
Following the launch of the Multi Table-Top Display (MTT) portfolio earlier this year, Fri-Jado has now announced a range extension, introducing a rear feed model, allowing operators to load the unit more simply and quickly without compromising on the performance of the counter.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON CAR WASH AND VALETING: Winning at washing
Budgens Frilford near Abingdon in Oxfordshire was the winner of the Best Valeting Facilities Award at the recent Forecourt Trader of the Year Awards. And when you look at the family run site it’s easy to see why.
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NewsBP invests in digital supply chain solution to enhance retail customer experience
BP has signed an agreement with Relex Solutions, provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, to implement its forecasting and replenishment capabilities in its UK convenience retail business.
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NewsForecourts impress with investment in tech and services - but no rush on EV charging, reports ACS
The 2023 Forecourt Report, published today by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), reveals the continued investment that forecourt retailers are making in improving the breadth and depth of services that they offer to customers.
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Equipment NewsFlexeserve reveals next revolution in hot food operation - Connect
Food-to-go and hot-holding manufacturer Flexeserve is showcasing the next revolution in hot food – cloud-based service, Connect, in London this week.
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Equipment NewsVolumatic offers advice to business as more bank branches close
With the trend for digital and online banking having gained momentum over recent years, and footfall to banks dropping considerably and as a result, the closure of a large number of bank branches around the UK, access to cash for businesses has been getting harder and harder.
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Equipment NewsFri-Jado launches compact countertop solution
Equipment manufacturer Fri-Jado has launched a new compact Multi Table-Top Display (MTT), self-serve countertop unit ideal for hot and packaged food-to-go.
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Equipment NewsTECH TALK: EDGEPoS partners with online order specialist Deliverect for ‘all-in-one’ service
EDGEPoS, the EPOS software system from Henderson Technology, has been certified and is now partnering with Deliverect, the platform for managing online orders.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON RETAIL TECHNOLOGY: Money-saving mechanics
When talking recently about growth plans for Maxol, CEO Brian Donaldson said that using the latest technology on and off the forecourt was central to its strategy. He announced that the company will be introducing contactless payments for car washes and installing more self-check outs – all aimed at bringing more convenience and simplicity to its customer base.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON PUMP-TOP PROMOTIONS: Crowning glory
Filling up with petrol or diesel is not the most exciting of activities. Yes, some sites have state-of-the-art tech that features snazzy screens that distract you by telling you about the latest offers you can find in-store. But more will have pump crowners telling you about some gadget or other that you just can’t live without. You know the types of things – ranging from the super-useful such as the dashboard phone mount to the item you never thought you needed until you saw it – such as a Super Sonic Scrubber.
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Equipment NewsHow to improve the reliability of EV charge points
The EV charging industry today remains fixated on infrastructure planning, procurement and installation, rather than on how best to improve the reliability and uptime of existing charge points.
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Equipment NewsFOCUS ON CAR WASH: Invest in the best
Back in the summer, Top 50 Indie Ascona Group, announced two new vehicle washing partnerships as part of improvements to its services across its forecourt estate.
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NewsSainsbury’s under pressure over price hike on tyre inflation
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has come in for a lot of flak across social media for upping the minimum fee for putting air in your vehicle’s tyres.
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Equipment NewsSouthern Co-op petrol station in Romsey trials Sipple Hydration Station
A petrol station in Romsey is one of the first two convenience stores in the country trialling Sipple Hydration Stations – a new refillable water option for people to get chilled, purified, twice-filtered still or sparkling water on the move.
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NewsCertas Energy appoints Henderson Technology as an approved EPOS supplier to Gulf and Pace forecourts
Certas Energy has appointed Henderson Technology as an approved EPOS supplier to its Gulf and Pace forecourt sites.
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Equipment NewsFORECOURT SHOW: BP launches Wild Bean Café Express unit
BP launched its new Wild Bean Café Express machine at the Forecourt Show, featuring self-serve Wild Bean coffee, integrated payments, QR scanner for loyalty purposes, plus syrup stations.