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OtherTECH TALK: Charge ahead with EV plans without checking with your Petroleum Enforcing Authority at your peril
The fifth edition of the Blue Book, the industry bible on petrol station design, construction, modification and maintenance, was launched this month, and forecourt operators thinking of installing electric vehicle chargepoints should give special attention to Chapter 3, urges Jamie Thompson, chair of The Association for Petroleum and Explosive Administration’s technical committee.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON FORECOURT MAINTENANCE: Plan, prevent…relax
All the experts say the same thing: Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is the way to go when it comes to forecourts.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON FORECOURT MAINTENANCE: Keeping costs under control
Despite the presence of a great convenience store or super-fast EV chargers, for many people the main reason they go to a service station is to fill up with petrol or diesel. And for them, nothing is more of a headache than seeing those brightly coloured plastic, out-of-service signs.
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Promotional FeatureHow can forecourts thrive within a new era for mobility?
With travellers embracing a wider array of transport, from electric vehicles (EVs) to public options, forecourt operators need to tap into demands for more flexibility. So, how can they position themselves to prosper in a less fuel-centric era for mobility?
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON FORECOURT MAINTENANCE: Why proactive rather than reactive pays off
Equipment is the lifeblood of business and must be kept running at peak efficiency to satisfy customer expectations and maintain operational profitability. Nowhere is this truer on the forecourt where pumps, jet washes, air and water and now EV charging are typically what drivers enter your sites for.
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Equipment NewsProtect your investment
Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) is a key aspect of forecourt management, ensuring that equipment is working efficiently and safely while preventing expensive repairs and downtime.
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Equipment NewsCOMMENT: Honesty and communication are key to safe working
A quick search on google demonstrates the potential dangers of carrying out works on a forecourt. Just recently, an engineering company was fined after a worker fractured his pelvis and suffered internal injuries after falling through a petrol station forecourt canopy.
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Equipment NewsSafety scheme minimises risks on petrol forecourts
We must always be aware that forecourts are an inherently risky place to work. While millions of drivers come and fill up safely every day, they are a site that contains a potentially deadly mix of explosive vapours, liquids and other hazardous materials.
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Equipment NewsFORECOURT SHOW: Eurotank packs a punch as it celebrates 21st anniversary with huge tanker display
Celebrating 21 years in business in 2022, Eurotank Service Group made a big impression with its newest Rolba ADR vacuum tanker forming the centrepiece of the largest stand at the show.
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NewsGripHero launches a redesigned version of its fuel-nozzle mounted glove dispensers
GripHero has launched a redesigned version of its fuel-nozzle mounted dispensers featuring 10% more advertising space than previous models.
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NewsDover Fueling Solutions (DFS) signs reseller agreement with Techniche
Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) has signed a reseller agreement with Techniche, under which DFS can market, sell and distribute Techniche asset maintenance management and compliance software solutions to customers worldwide.
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Equipment NewsNew features to protect EV charging installations introduced by Beaverswood
New electric vehicle (EV) charging point solutions to provide protection of installations have been introduced by visual communications specialist Beaverswood.
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Equipment NewsMobile app launched that can produce microbial fuel test results in minutes
A mobile app that can be used with a microbial fuel testing tool to produce downloadable results in minutes, has been launched by Conidia.
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NewsAdler and Allan boosts forecourt services with trio of acquisitions
Environmental risk reduction business, Adler and Allan, has announced the acquisition of three companies into the group: electrical specialists AMGS Electrical; hazardous material specialist Flotech Performance Systems Limited (Flotech); and industrial sewage specialist and underground infrastructure specialist Oneline Surveys.
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NewsBespoke app launched to help forecourts navigate safety compliance
An app which helps forecourt operators to maintain a safe environment has been launched by the PRA in partnership with SafetyCulture.
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NewsMPK Garages signs maintenance deal with Europump
MPK Garages has signed a three-year contract with Europump Maintenance for pump and tank gauge maintenance services.
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Equipment NewsEurotank Service Group and Europump Maintenance join PRA as associate members
Eurotank Service Group and Europump Maintenance are expressing their support for the fuel retail sector by becoming associate members of the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA).
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Equipment NewsPetrol Sign celebrates fifth anniversary of entering the UK market
Forecourt signware specialist Petrol Sign is celebrating its fifth anniversary in the UK.
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NewsTLM Technologies expands range into forecourt equipment services
TLM Technologies, a MADIC group company, has expanded into forecourt equipment services with the aim of providing end-to-end solutions for fuel retailers.
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NewsFloor signals launched to keep up social distancing in-store
A new range of floor signals has been developed to help people in-store to remain two metres apart to comply with coronavirus regulations.The self-adhesive, high-visibility floor signs and hazard tapes are available from Beaverswood, and are designed to highlight and encourage social distancing in queues.Each circular sign is 235 mm ...