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Dear PEI Member:
State weights and measures regulators and
industry stakeholders met last week in Portland, Maine, for the
97th Annual National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM). A
number of proposals were passed that are of interest to PEI
members and their customers on such subjects as retail fuel price
posting and discounts, E15 pump labeling, diesel nozzle size,
motor fuel labeling, and gasoline oxygenated blend rules.
Retail price posting. An amendment to Handbook 44 offers
guidelines for retailers offering pricing discounts beyond simple
cash/credit pricing at the dispenser. Pre- and post-delivery
discounts are addressed, as well as information that must appear
on the receipt. Truck stop dispensers used exclusively for
refueling trucks, fleets and other contract sales are exempt from
these requirements.
E15 pump labeling. Handbook 130 (Engine Fuels and
Automotive Lubricants Regulation) has been amended to recognize
EPA's labeling requirements for gasoline containing up to 15
percent ethanol. The label warns consumers that E15 should be used
only in 2001 and newer passenger vehicles.
Diesel nozzles. Nozzles used to dispense diesel fuel at
retail facilities will be required to have a nozzle spout outside
diameter (15/16 in.) based on the SAE specification J285,
"Dispenser Nozzle Spouts for Liquid Fuels Intended for Use
with Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition Engines." The
measure is intended to reduce the likelihood of customer
misfueling and is enforceable effective July 1, 2013.
Motor oil labeling. Labels on containers, receptacles,
dispensers or storage tanks of oil, and invoices and receipts for
oil change service will now have to include the oil grade,
viscosity and brand name.
Gasoline oxygenated blends. Handbook 130 has now been
aligned with EPA regulations to allow higher ethanol blends (E15).
NCWM established a compliance date of May 2016.
DOE TO SEEK INFORMATION ON PLUG-IN VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT
The
Department of Energy (DOE) plans to assess the readiness of
communities across the country to deploy plug-in vehicles,
according to a notice published July 5 in the Federal Register.
According to the notice, DOE seeks to distribute a scorecard about
the ability and commitment of participants in its Clean Cities
Coalitions and others to deploy plug-in electric vehicles. DOE is
requesting approval from the White House Office of Management and
Budget to collect the information. The issues that will be
addressed are:
electric vehicle supply
equipment permitting and inspection;
electric vehicle supply
equipment availability;
laws, incentives and financing;
education and outreach;
utility interaction; and
vehicle infrastructure and planning.
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NCWM
Recap
DOE
Seeks Information on Plug-In Deployment
Prediction:
NGV Growth Strong Worldwide
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STEADY GROWTH IN NGV SALES PREDICTED
A
new report from Pike Research suggests that there may be as many
as 25 million light-duty natural-gas powered vehicles (NGVs)
worldwide by 2019. The report cites the high cost of gasoline and
diesel fuel, growing supplies of natural gas, and geopolitical
concerns for the anticipated shift in favor of vehicles powered by
natural gas. The report said Asian nations will be the largest
market for NGVs by the end of the decade, led by Pakistan. Sales
of NGVs also are expected to grow in Argentina, Brazil, China,
Egypt, Iran and Thailand because of the expanding consumer markets
in those countries and the use of natural gas to fuel taxis.
PROJECT TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF CNG STATIONS
Real
estate development company DeBartolo Development and real estate
consultancy Keystone Consulting Group announced the creation of
the CNG Infrastructure Expansion Project, with the goal of
significantly increasing the number of compressed natural gas
fueling stations in the United States. After an initial pilot
project of 10 new fueling stations, the partnership plans to
develop 1,000 stations across the country in the next four years.
DeBartolo will provide funding for the stations and act as the
preferred developer for turnkey fueling infrastructure solutions,
according to a statement. Keystone will find and develop fueling
station opportunities.
OWNERSHIP CHANGE AT SUPERIOR EQUIPMENT COMPANY
The
operations of Superior Equipment Company, Inc., St. Louis,
Missouri, were assumed June 30 by Superior Acquisition, LLC, DBA
Superior Equipment Company. The company will operate as it has in
the past, providing sales, installation and service of equipment
used in convenience stores, service stations, bulk plants and
terminals. Ron Fink is the company's new operations manager.
DOE TO STUDY HYDROGEN REFUELING SYSTEMS
The
Department of Energy (DOE) on July 18 announced a $2.4 million
investment to collect and analyze data for hydrogen fueling
stations and advanced refueling components. The study will track
the performance and technical progress of innovative refueling
systems at planned or existing hydrogen fueling stations in order
to find ways to lower costs and improve operation.
MONEY AVAILABLE IN SOUTH DAKOTA FOR BLENDER PUMPS
A
state economic development agency in South Dakota is accepting
applications for grants to help gasoline station owners purchase
blender pumps to provide higher ethanol blends. The Governor's
Office of Economic Development is providing $960,000 for the
program. Hunter Roberts, state energy policy director, says the
program that started earlier this year has already helped install
55 ethanol blender pumps at 26 locations.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS
Indiana distributor.
Allied-Ott Petroleum Equipment, 517 Herriman Court, Noblesville,
Indiana 46060, has applied for distributor division membership.
Robert Hughes is president of the firm, which was established in
2009. The company installs, removes and closes underground and
aboveground tanks, and represents Bennett, Franklin, FuelForce,
Graco, HuskyCorp, PMPCorp, TrakEng and Xerxes. Sponsored for PEI
membership by Earl F. Greer, ServiceWld, Louisville, KY.
www.alliedott.com
Illinois coupling manufacturer. Sur-Fit Corporation, 110
Erick Street, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, has applied for
manufacturer division membership. Kevin Belousek is president of
the firm, which was established in 2006. The company manufactures
farm tank, curb pump and DEF hose couplings, which are sold
through distributors. Sponsored for PEI membership by Richard
Basham, IRPCOinc, Poca, WV. www.sur-fitusa.com
DEF provider. Old World Industries, 4065 Commercial
Avenue, Northbrook, Illinois 60062, has applied for affiliate
division membership. Amanda Guss is trade show and event manager
for the firm, which was established in 1979. The company
manufactures automotive aftermarket items including antifreeze,
DEF, wiper blades and bed liners. Sponsored for PEI membership by
Andrew Rhodes, MicroMatic, Brooksville, FL. www.oldworldind.com
Metal container manufacturer. ITW Sexton, 162 Royal
Crest Drive, Martinsburg, West Virginia 25401, has applied for
affiliate division membership. Yurij Wowezuk is general manager of
the firm, which was established in 1892. The company designs and
manufactures deep-drawn metal seamless containers. Sponsored for
PEI membership by Mark Shirley, CentralIL, Bement, IL.
www.itwsexton.com
Arkansas electrical installation company. Petroelectric
LLC, 120 West Race Avenue, Suite 12, Searcy, Arkansas 72143, has
applied for service and construction division membership. Jody
Roberson is owner of the firm, which was established in 1995. The
company is responsible for all phases of electrical installation
work performed at new and existing fueling facilities. Sponsored
for PEI membership by David G. Murphy, AmerPtrS&S, Southaven,
MS.
Florida electric contractor. Lui Technical
Services, Inc., 11821 NW 34th Place, Sunrise, Florida 33323, has
applied for service and construction division membership. Luis H.
Ruiz is president of the firm, which was established in 2006. The
company is an electrical contractor that specializes in the
installation, service and maintenance of petroleum industry fuel
systems.
ADMITTED TO PEI
Tulsa Gas Technologies, Inc.,
Tulsa, OK (mfr)
Han S.L. Sdn Bhd, Negara
Brunei, Brunei Darussalam (S&C)
R. Dumas (2007) Inc.,
Terrebonne, Quebec (S&C)
Petroleum Engineering, Inc.,
Bellingham, MA (S&C)
MVI Field Services, Nashville,
TN (S&C)
BDT Lightsource, Livonia, MI (aff)
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