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Propane Celebrates 100 Years
|  2012 is an exciting year for the propane industry.  It marks the 100th year of the first use of this exceptional fuel, and celebrates its role in improving the lives and businesses of millions of people all over the world.
Join GEC in celebrating our 75 year anniversary.  |
Dear Valued Customer:
Gas Equipment Company is pleased to provide the e-Newsletter as a service to share useful & valuable information about the products & services we offer. You will find sections on technical topics, new product announcements, "Did You Know" regulatory compliance requirements, "Virtual Warehouse" online ordering tips, along with an occasional "What's Wrong With This Picture?" section. We hope you enjoy the Gas Equipment Company e-newsletter and choose to continue receiving it. And, PLEASE feel free to email us with recommended topics or products you would like to see addressed in this forum.
Thank you for patronage. |
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WE NEED YOUR HELP: Please Click On Answers
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Please respond by clicking on one answer to each of the following two questions:
Gas Equipment is currently evaluating a design for a complete Dispenser/Pump/Tank/Skid Package. And we need your help on the Preferred design specification. We would like to know if Marketers prefer a one-piece Skid Package assembly that includes a one-piece skid, tank, pump/motor assembly and dispenser cabinet already mounted and piped as a single package or if they prefer a modular skid with pump/motor assembly, dispenser and tank that can be assembled on-site?
We understand it is very expensive to ship a complete skid package assembled with a one-piece skid, tank, dispenser and pump/motor assembly and that a crane is required to off-load that assembly at the destination versus the minimal shipping and convenience of a modular assembly. But we would like to know your preference?
In addition we have seen the demand vary for a dedicated Autogas dispenser packages and for combination Autogas/Cylinder filling dispenser packages; Which is your preference or what is your current demand?
PLEASE CLICK ONLY ONE ANSWER FOR EACH QUESTION:
- Do you prefer a ONE-PIECE Dispenser/Pump/Tank Skid Package or MODULAR?
ONE-PIECE MODULAR
- Do you prefer a Dedicated AUTOGAS or Combination AUTOGAS/CYLINDER Filling Dispenser Package?
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Did You Know?
If you have a ¾" or 1" Neptune/Itron meter with a model 600 register; AND need to communicate with an existing card-lock fuel management system?
Then GEC has the economical solution for you!
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Neptune manufactures an Electronic Digital Pulse Transmitter for the model 600 registers on 3/4" and 1" Neptune mechanical flow-meters.
 Digital transmitters produce signals that exist only in one of two states: ON or OFF. These states may also be referred to as HIGH or LOW, or 1 or 0 (zero). GEC is now stocking the model VR7697 pulse transmitter (Part Number: 100841.000) for field installation on a Neptune Model 600 register. This economical and versatile bidirectional digital pulse transmitter provides 10 pulses per revolution with excitation power of 115-250 VAC or 12-36 VDC, making it compatible with most remote read-out equipment.
In other words, if you already have a Neptune ¾" or 1" meter with a model 600 mechanical register; you can install this Pulse Transmitter on your existing register and now be able to communicate with various key/code/card readers and fuel management systems. For instance, if a fleet customer currently has a fuel management system for their conventional refined fuels and you are adding an Autogas dispenser for propane vehicles; by installing this pulse transmitter on the propane meter register, you can now send pulses to the existing fuel management system. No need to purchase a redundant system just for the propane dispenser.
The Part Number, for the VR7697 Pulser with Model 45 adapter for a 600 register and includes all mounting hardware, is #100841.000.
The VR7697 pulse transmitter is designed for field installation and mounts on top of the register. This location accesses the "R" & "S" gear assembly and keeps the transmitter out of the way and easily accessible for the conduit and wiring. As shown here in our DCS59GAL style dispenser:
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NEW BASE Engineering
WIRELESS EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN Radio Remote Control for Anhydrous Ammonia Bulk Plants
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 Designed specifically for Industrial, Fuel, & Anhydrous Ammonia Plants, our Remote Emergency Shutdown system was developed to eliminate costly hard-wiring of manual emergency-shutdown switches. Any number of radio transmitter units can be installed within 1,000 ft of a receiver control unit. The receiver control unit is powered with 120vac and includes a weatherproof potted air solenoid (not approved for Class D locations), an internal 120vac relay to kill power to the motor circuit, a portable handheld transmitter for the operator to carry with him and a wall mountable mushroom button transmitter to mount up to 1000' away.
The system (Part # ASK1F1WAX200A-AC) is designed to work in conjunction with existing or new plant safety equipment and is easily installed. The ASK system can also be ordered to work in conjunction with our Truck Remote Units if required. Transmitter devices are low-voltage intrinsically safe units suitable for use in Class 1, Div 2, Group "D" hazardous environments. Transmitter batteries will last three-four years and have a test feature and low battery alarm.
Remote stop-switch is rugged non-sparking cast aluminum and is fully sealed against extreme weather and temperature conditions. Receiver units are designed to easily interface and trip electrical, pneumatic, nitrogen, or mechanical plant shut-off equipment. BASE can supply actuators for these systems as required. Systems are pretested and shipped with detailed installation guide and schematics. A four-year full replacement warranty and 24/7 lifetime product support is included.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (ASK1F1WAX200A-AC)
Frequency of Operation ......418-914 Mhz (433 Mhz Standard)
Method of Transmission .....On/Off Keyed
FCC Approval # .................N8K4401B
Normal Operating Range ....1,000'
Antenna Type ....................1/2 Wave Rigid External
Battery Requirements ........2 AA
Low Battery Test ................Included
Receiver Power Supply ......12/24 Volts DC or 120 Volts AC
Receiver Output ................10 Amp Dry Contact Relay, Pre-wired Plug-ins
Construction .....................Non-sparking Aluminum Weatherproof
System Weight ................10 lbs.
This system when used with a Class 1, Group D, Division 1 solenoid, and the receiver is installed in a non-classified location can be used at LP-Gas installations.
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CONTEGO
Intumescent Latex (thin film) Passive Fire Barrier Paint
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The product is a white, flat-finish coating with a nominal viscosity of 125 KU and a pH of 8.0 - 8.5.
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT:
The product can be applied with an airless sprayer (recommended psi 1,200 - 2,400, tip size 25 - 50, positive displacement) or by roller, brush, or mitt. Recommended thickness depends on the substrate and the level of protection needed. See test data for recommendations, or call the manufacturer for technical assistance.
GENERAL:
The product polymerizes to all tested substrates and accepts top coating with alkyd, acrylic, or latex paint without loss of fire protective qualities.
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 Manchester Tank
Safety Bulletin
10-2-2012:
Thread seal issue on 100# cylinders manufactured between January 2012 and September 2012
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Manchester Tank has identified a thread seal issue on 100# cylinders manufactured between January 2012 and September 2012. This issue can result in leaks at the valve to cylinder connection. This potential leak issue only involves 100# DOT cylinders with a single vapor POL valve. It does not involve cylinders of other sizes or liquid service or multivalve cylinders. This issue only involves 100# cylinders with a date stamp between 1-12 and 10-12.
When asked to fill a 100# Manchester cylinder, follow these steps:
- Before filling, inspect the date stamp of any Manchester Tank 100# cylinders you may encounter. If the date falls between 1-12 and 10-12, check the handwheel on the valve. If the center of the handwheel contains a green dot, the cylinder has been re-inspected and corrected by Manchester Tank as needed. A cylinder with the green dot on the handwheel may be filled and used with the same safety precautions as any propane cylinder. If there is no green dot on the center of the handwheel, proceed to steps 2 or 3 as applicable.
- If the cylinder has been filled previously, carefully check the threaded connection where the service valve is installed into the cylinder for leaks before re-filling. If no leak is found and the cylinder is re-filled, the valve connection to the cylinder should again be leak tested before transport to ensure the container is leak free. If a leak is found, please call Manchester Tank at: 615-370-6312 to report the issue and Manchester will arrange for repair or replacement of the cylinder.
- If the cylinder has not been filled previously, please contact Manchester Tank at 800-640-6327 for additional information before filling. DO NOT FILL THE CYLINDER BEFORE CONTACTING MANCHESTER TANK.
All cylinders must be carefully inspected and leak checked each time they are filled regardless of cylinder size or when made. However, we ask that you exercise particular care in leak testing those 100# cylinders with a date stamp range between 1-12 and 10-12. This date stamp is located on the collar of the cylinder above the Tare Weight stamp.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Manchester Tank at 800-640-6327.
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 Joke of the Month:
Most people believe that if it ain't broke,
don't fix it.
Engineers believe that if it ain't broke,
it doesn't have enough features yet.
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For Specific Product or Service Questions please contact one or our Customer Service Warehouses below: |
Atlanta, GA
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(800) 241-4155
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Dallas, TX
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(800) 821-1829
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Fayetteville, NC
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(800) 447-1625
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Houston, TX
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(800) 334-7816
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Indianapolis, IN
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(800) 241-1971
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Kansas City, MO
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(800) 821-5062
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Little Rock, AR
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(800) 643-8222
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Orlando, FL
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(800) 821-0631
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Richmond, VA
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(800) 368-4013
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St. Louis, MO
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(800) 423-4685
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Sincerely,
GEC e-Newsletter
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Congratulations to Katy Stelter
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Jeff Powers
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Katy Stelter
RETIRING Customer Service Manager
Katy Stelter has announced she will be retiring as Customer Service Manager in Houston, TX on February 28, 2013. Katy has worked for GEC serving the LP-Gas industry for over 44 years.
She stated, "The main thing I will always remember and will miss the most is the personal relationships I have developed with a large number of my customers over the past 4 decades." She said, "I will cherish the times that I attended kid's graduations, weddings, and other social events with many of my customers." And, she commented, "I have noticed a change over the years in the kind of customer service our customers want. That is for their vendors to help them grow their business, make them more profitable, find solutions to their problems, and make sure they have the products readily available when they need them."
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Jeff Powers
NEW Customer Service Manager,
Houston, TX
Jeff Powers has been promoted to Customer Service Manager for the Houston, TX branch. In September, 2012, Jeff assumed the responsibilities of Customer Service Manager. Katy will continue to serve as a CO-Manager until her retirement.
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AUTOGAS
DISPENSER
SPECIALS
HDP Autogas
& Cylinder Dispenser
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Product Description
DCL51DP.LGL156.1PH Modified Dispensing Cabinet package, Aluminum diamond plate exterior 51"H x 47-1/2"W x 39-1/2"D, Includes BLACKMER Model LGL156A High Differential Pressure Pump, 5HP 1PH EX Proof Motor and On/Off Switch, By-Pass Valve, Inlet & Outlet flanges, gaskets, studs & nuts, 1" ITRON Meter and All Inside Cabinet Piping, Autogas & Cylinder filling hoses, Tank to Pump plumbing Kit, Cylinder Purge Kit, Pneumatic Actuator Kit and Electrical Conduit Kit.
CFT PRO-2100 Dispenser
$6,906.40
as spec'ed
CFT PRO-2100 Mini-Skid Package
$13,832.00
as spec'ed
Includes:
PRO-2100 Dispenser Mini-Skid System Piping from pump to dispenser including bypass valve DLF-075 Corken HDP Autogas pump with 7.5HP-3PH motor #SKD000210077 #P2100T0S0 CLICK HERE to View the CFT Catalog |
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HEAT STAR Vent-Free Heaters
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Installing 2 PSIG Integral Regulators?
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Need a Line-Sizing Chart for PE Polyethylene pipe at 2 PSIG?
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The National Fuel Gas Code
NFPA 54 contains Pipe Sizing information
in Chapter 6
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See TABLES 6.3 (a)-(m) for Undiluted Propane at various pressures, pressure drops, different piping materials (iron pipe, CSST, copper tubing, PE pipe) and different diameters and lengths. (2006 Edition)
Table 6.3(l) is the table for PE pipe at 2 PSIG.
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