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In This Issue:  
  1. EURO Quick-Connect Nozzle, Filler Valve, & Adapters
  2. RegO 2016 New Products & Guide (10 Categories-35 Products)
  3. Empire 2016 Pre-Season Program Specials
  4. Rochester Gauges Announces Guaranteed 2 Week Delivery on Magnetel RoughRiders
  5. Corken High Pressure Vapor Recovery Systems (HPR)
  6. GEC/RegO 2016 Pre-Season Regulator Program
  7. Important Shipping Information: Dealing with Shipping Damage
  8. Thoughts/Jokes for the Month 
  9. Virtual Warehouse - Online Ordering & Account Access
  10. Training Curricula / GEC You Tube Channel
EURO Quick-Connect Nozzle, Filler Valve, & Adapters

Have you've been reading about rebates offered by PERC for Marketers & Fleet Customers who replace ACME filling nozzles with the NEW Euro Quick-Connect low emission nozzle and replace ACME filler valves with the Euro Quick-Connect filler valves?

Gas Equipment Company is your source for these qualified nozzles and filler valves as well as additional adapters to aid in the occasional need to adapt a nozzle to fill a differently fitted vehicle.  Adapters do not qualify for the Rebate funds but may be needed by marketers with ACME filling nozzles occasionally needing to fill a vehicle with a Euro Quick-Connect filler or vice/versa for vehicles with ACME fillers who need to fuel from a dispenser with a Euro Quick-Connect nozzle.
GEC is currently stocking the following Euro Quick-Connect equipment:     CLICK for INFO 
  • ZVG2 - Elaflex Euro Low Emission UL Listed Nozzle
  • 68.0065 - Cavagna Euro Remote Filler Valve w/ Enclosure  (includes the 66.1292 Remote Euro Filler Valve & 10.0283 Housing w/ Flip Door & Mounting Screws)
  • 16.0320 - Cavagna Euro to ACME Adapter, Female Euro thread X Male ACME Thread, M33 x 2 - 1 3/4 - 6 ACME
  • 16.0331 - Cavagna ACME to Euro Adapter, Female 1 3/4 - 6 ACME X Male EURO EN 12806
  • 66.1327 - Cavagna Snap Fill Filler Valve, Euro to 3/4" M NPT for Forklift and Lawn Mower Cylinders 

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2016 NEW RegO Products
  1. LV3403B44R & LV3403B46R Compact "Back-Mount" Regulators
  2. LV4403BD Series Regulators (Featuring DIELECTRIC UNIONS)
  3. SFL7579V Series Combination Low Emission Filler & Overfill Protection Device (OPD)
  4. A7914A 2" FNPT x 3-1/4" ACME Low Emission Hose End Valve for loading Bobtails and Transports
  5. 7901TL Series Quick-Acting Valves for Dispensing Hoses
  6. 7501L & 7502L Low Emission Filler Valve with Manual Shutoff feature
  7. 7193D-10L & 7193U-10L NEW Patented Low Emission Hose End Safety Adapters
  8. 3272H Excess Flow Valve for Autogas Dispensing Systems
  9. A8012 Series High Capacity Liquid Withdrawal Valve for NH3
  10. A3175P 1-2/4" ACME Steel Cap for NH3

The Guide will provide application, features, materials, ordering information on each of the new products featured in the 2016 New Product Guide. 
1.  LV3403B44R & LV3403B46R Compact "Back-Mount" Regulators

Application
The LV3403BR Back Mount Regulator is designed to reduce first stage pressure of 5-10 PSIG down to burner pressure normally 11" w.c. Designed as a second stage regulator for smaller applications with flow requirements up to 450,000 BTU/hr. and are ideal for homes, mobile homes, and cottages.
 
Features
  • Built in ⅛" F.NPT pressure taps on both regulator inlet and outlet side of the regulator. Plugs can be removed with a 3/16" hex Allen wrench.
  • Large vent helps prevent vent blockage, it is tapped for ⅜" F.NPT for vent pipe away applications.
  • With 15 PSIG inlet pressure, the regulator is designed to not pass more than 2 PSIG downstream with the seat disc removed per UL 144 specifications.
  • Incorporates an integral relief valve per UL 144 specifications.
  • Unique bonnet vent profile minimizes vent freeze over.
  • Compact design saves space.
2.  LV4403BD Series Regulators (Featuring DIELECTRIC UNIONS)

Application
RegO's Dielectric second stage regulators are designed to reduce first stage pressure normally 10PSIG down to burner pressure, normally 11" w.c. and are ideal for medium commercial installations, multiple cylinders installations and normal domestic loads.
 
RegO Dielectric second stage regulators are engineered to isolate potential electrical current from metallic piping before entering a building. The use of a separate dielectric union is not necessary because the regulator contains a dielectric union as part of the inlet assembly. Available in both SAE Flare and F.NPT inlet connection.
 
Features
  • F. NPT Dielectric Union is made of Brass with inlet Portion Made of Plated Steel
  • M. SAE Flare inlet connection made of solid Brass
  • All second stage features are the same as LV4403B Series

3.  SFL7579V Series Combination Low Emission Filler & Overfill Protection Device (OPD)

Application
The SFL7579V Series filler valve is for use on ASME containers. This combined filler valve and overfill protection device is designed to provide fast filling and protection against overfilling of vertical and horizontal above ground LPG containers. This is typically installed in the top of horizontal containers.
 
Features
  • Low emission filler valve, will not release more than 2.14cc when disconnected.
  • Large flow area for fast filling.
  • Resilient seated upper check.
  • Stable Overfill Protection Device that is integral to the filler valve.
  • Overfill Protection Device will stop the flow of liquid when the 80% level is reached.
Note:
  • Must be installed in a vertical position.
  • Depending on the application this valve is designed to be used in conjunction with another device such as a fixed liquid level gauge or float gauge in low emission transfer systems.
4.  A7914A 2" FNPT x 3-1/4" ACME Low Emission Hose End Valve for loading Bobtails and Transports
 
Application
The A7914A Low Emission valve is designed to reduce the amount of product vented when disconnecting bobtail and transport loading hoses. This valve provides a full-on flow when pressing the release trigger and the lifting of an easy grip handle. Lowering the handle will immediately stop flow and lock the lever in the closed position. This valve can be used with any standard 3¼" Male ACME connector, or our 6588LE and 6589LE minimum loss filler valves.
 
Features
  • Minimizes product discharge at disconnect.
  • Vents less than 2 cc of liquid when disconnected.
  • California CARB Compliant for fugitive emissions.
  • Contoured handle rotates 360° and large easy to turn ACME swivel connector.
  • Self-locking handle is operator opened and closed, designed to prevent accidental opening of the valve.
  • Bypass mechanism in the seat area allows the upstream pressure to quickly equalize when the handle is partially moved to the open position.
  • Protective screen on inlet side prevents debris from entering.
  • Spring loaded Teflon "V" packing for bonnet/stem assembly provides long service life
5.  7901TL Series Quick-Acting Valves for Dispensing Hoses

Application
Designed primarily for use on dispensing hoses to provide fast, convenient shut-off and fast opening.
These valves feature a locking handle to prevent accidental opening of the handle if it were dropped.
 
Features
  • Quick-acting design speeds transfer operations.
  • Permits easy, one-handed opening and closing of the valve.
  • O-ring stem seal design.
  • Provides quick, positive shut-off.
  • Safety lock prevents accidents.
6.  7501L & 7502L Low Emission Filler Valve with Manual Shutoff feature

General Information
RegO Manual Double-Back Check filler valves that incorporate a resilient upper check and a manual shutoff feature. When filling a container from a delivery truck, this valve will allow flow into the container through the upper and lower check, when the manual lever is in the open position. When flow stops both the upper and lower checks will close; the lever is then turned to the closed position, the hose-end valve can be removed from the filler valve.
 
Application
Designed for fast filling of larger DOT cylinders and ASME domestic containers; the 7501L and 7502L feature a manual shutoff in addition to upper and lower back checks.
 
Features
  • Low emission 2 cc or less at disconnect.
  • Meets NFPA 58 and UL requirements.
  • Double back check provides added system protection.
  • Checks are spring activated for quick precise closure when flow stops.
  • Manual shutoff valve is designed to provide additional system protection when disconnecting hose end valve from filler valve.
  • Hose end valve cannot be removed from the 7501L or 7502L if the lever is in the open position.
  • When manual shutoff valve is closed, an integral back check prevents liquid from being trapped between the shutoff and the upper check.
7.  7193D-10L & 7193U-10L NEW Patented Low Emission Hose End Safety Adapters
 
Application
Low Emission Adapters (1.18 cc at disconnect) designed to provide quick and easy filling of DOT cylinders with POL connections (7193D-10L) or Type 1 connections (7193U-10L) with minimal release of product on disconnect. This adapter may be used with dispensing systems in conjunction with RegO 7901T Series Quick Acting Shut-Off Valves. Balanced, light weight design for filling into 20 # - 200 # cylinders.
Features
  • Meets CARB Low Emission Standards.
  • Light weight, easy to use.
  • Soft Nose M.POL connection (7193D-10L).
  • Type 1 Fitting (7193U-10L)
  • Liquid release directed away from operator (7193U-10L)
  • Redundant Safety Feature - Will Only Open when connected to valve.
8.  3272H Excess Flow Valve for Autogas Dispensing Systems
 
Application
Especially designed for high flow/high differential dispensing systems. Can also be used for filling, liquid withdrawal, and vapor equalizing, in container or line applications.
 
Features
  • Solid brass construction
  • Stainless steel spring
  • Meets UL requirements
  • Highest flowing 3/4" valve in the market
9.  A8012 Series High Capacity Liquid Withdrawal Valve for NH3
 
Application
The A8012 Series is designed especially for use as a high capacity liquid withdrawal valve on Anhydrous Ammonia nurse tanks or risers.
 
This valve incorporates an integral excess flow valve; when the valve is in operation the handwheel must be completely open and back-seated to allow the excess flow valve to function properly as explained in the excess flow section of our L-500 and L-102 catalogs.
 
Features
  • Excess flow valve designed for high flow and low pressure drop.
  • Excess flow seat fully contained in the container coupling for maximum protection in the event of external damage to the valve.
  • Resilient disc assembly with swivel seat is fully contained for bubble-tight shut-off and long service life.
  • "V"- ring spring loaded stem seal design requires no field adjustment.
  • ¼" F-NPT port that accommodates a vent valve or hydrostatic relief valve.
  • UL Listed for LP-Gas and Anhydrous Ammonia.
10.  A3175P 1-2/4" ACME Steel Cap for NH3

Application
The A3175P is a 1¾" ACME cap for use with 1¾" ACME connections for Anhydrous Ammonia service.
 
Features
  • Adjustable plated steel ring fits any Pipe.
  • Durable 17" plated steel chain.
  • High quality stamping.
  • Ships in protective plastic sleeve to prevent damage.

 
 
 
The Guide will provide application, features, materials, ordering information on each of the new products featured in the 2016 New Product Guide. 
EMPIRE Heater 2016 PRE-SEASON PROGRAM
Space Heaters:  
American-made & Economical Imported
For your Winter HEATER needs, choose from Empire's Premium American-made SR-Radiant & BF-Blue Flame heaters or if Budget is a primary concern, select the Economical Empire HearthRite Radiant & Blue Flame heaters.




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& the Magnetel RoughRider
Now with a Manufacturer
Guaranteed 2 Week Delivery

Starting May 2, 2016 - All Magnetel RoughRider gauges will be equipped as*:
  • Remote Ready
  • Illumination Ready
  • Feature High Visibility Fluorescent Dial
 *  Remote Ready Dial with Silver & Black Face Available Upon Request.  Non-Remote Ready Dial with Silver & Black and Black & Fluorescent Available.
  
Application
The M6300 series Magnetel® Rough Rider® gauges were designed to with stand the vibration and shock inherent in mobile service.  Their service life in both on-highway and off-road transports, carrying liquids ranging from LP-gas to crude oil, is unsurpassed.  These gauges allow a continuous reading between 5% and 95% of tank contents.

Easily converts to lighted with the illuminated MR Module Cover option.

General Information & Features*
The Magnetel® Rough Rider® gauges are to be installed in the side or end of mobile tanks at the center line. They are equipped with an exclusive spring controlled shock absorber on the float arm which substantially reduces the stress that quickly destroys conventional gauges. Angle mounting gauges are also available.
 
The M6339 incorporates a 4" [100 mm] fluorescent R3D® Remote Ready Dial.  Dial illumination for 4" fluorescent dials is possible when used with the MR Light Module (sold separately).  The M6342 incorporates a standard 8" [200 mm] dial.  Other dial options are available for both M6339 and M6342.   Refer to the Dial Options chart.
The Magnetel® Rough Rider® gauges are designed for working pressures ranging from atmospheric to 450 [31 Bar] psig.
 
* Materials and specifications are subject to change with out notice.
Pressure ratings subject to change due to temperature and other environmental considerations.


CORKEN Updates:
High Pressure Vapor Recovery

Minimize pollution and waste while maximizing production...
 
Corken specializes in vapor recovery and manufactures a wide variety of compression packages for the process gas & liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) markets.  Whether are you evacuating low pressure tank battery systems or high pressure bullet and spherical tanks, Corken has a solution.
 
High pressure gases such as propylene, propane, ammonia, butadiene, and vinyl chloride monomer are valuable products but unfriendly to the environment and highly flammable when released to the atmosphere.  Many times plant operators need to perform routine tank inspections or change gas products within each tank.  The conventional methods for evacuating residual gas are flaring, purging by water or nitrogen, and releasing to the atmosphere.  In addition to being time consuming and inconvenient, these methods are costly, unfriendly to the environment, wasteful, and may be in violation of local environmental codes.
 
An environmentally friendly and cost effective alternative is a high pressure recovery (HPR) package.  They are small, versatile, and can be transported to multiple tank locations.  Most packages will fit on a flatbed truck.  A high pressure recovery (HPR) package eliminates waste and reduces down time.
 
Benefits of an HPR Solution
  • Environmentally Friendly
  • Eliminates Waste
  • Cost Savings
  • Reduces Down Time
  • Portability
 
How does a vapor recovery application work?
 
As you start the recovery process, the differential pressure between the recovery tank and storage tank remains low so single-stage compression is all that is needed. However, as the pressure inside the recovery tank lowers, the differential pressure increases causing a high compression ratio that limits the performance of single-stage compression.  With high differential pressures, two-stage compression is much more efficient.
 
To accommodate the challenges of escalating differential pressures, Corken's HPR packages are designed to operate with single-stage compression during the initial recovery process.  As the pressure in the recovery tank lowers, the differential pressure increases.  At a specified pressure the HPR package switches to two-stage compression and continues the recovery process until the desired evacuation pressure is achieved.  Corken's team works with each application to determine the optimal solution for single- and two-stage compression.
 
Each HPR package can be outfitted with a vertical or horizontal compressor.  The compressors have various packing configurations, distance piece options, and oil-free gas compression.  The D-Style is a double packed reciprocating compressor with one distance piece and offers a high level of leakage containment.  The highest level of leakage containment is the triple packed T-Style design with two distance pieces.  Depending on the needs of the application, each distance piece can be pressurized, purged, or vented. All compressors are available with a standard mounting or custom engineered package.  An ASME B31.3 - 2012 piping option is available for all custom engineered packages.
 
Contact your GEC Sales Representative for more information on High Pressure Vapor Recovery solutions.  Or, to learn more and view a table showing the time and cost savings of using a HPR package click the button or image!
 
    
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2016 GEC / RegO 
Pre-Season Regulator Program
Now through July 31, 2016

With the Purchase of $1,000 of Regulators*/Pigtails 
prior to July 31, 2016, QUALIFY for 
5% Discount on $500 or more of Additional Equipment
Ordered at the time of the Regulator Order! 
(Only One Bonus Per Customer) 
(Excludes regulators & Pigtails-All other stocking equipment qualifies)
* In Case Quantities  
(Certain Restrictions Apply)


ONE Case (case quantities) Qualifies You for BEST Pricing!
--- And --- 
$1,000 Purchase QUALIFIES You for EXTRA SAVING$ 
PLUS:  
We have added two NEW RegO regulators: LV3403B44R & LV3403B46R



Use the Regulator Program Order Form to compile or place your order.
It includes First, Second, and Integral stage regulators & pigtails and hogtails featured in the pre-season program along with popular Presto-Tap valves, dielectric components, and installation PE piping, risers, copper tubing, and brass fittings. 

Important Shipping Information: DEALING WITH SHIPPING DAMAGE

The vast majority of shipments are on time and undamaged.  However, shipping damage does occur occasionally.  It is critical that you read, understand and follow these procedures before signing any shipping papers.
 
Once a package has been signed for, the product is considered delivered by the transportation company.
 
It is the purchaser's responsibility to inspect packages or shipments carefully before signing ANYTHING:

Your signature is part of the shipping company's legal documentation that your package was delivered and there were no damages to your merchandise while it was in their care.
Once a package has been signed for, the product is considered delivered by the transportation company.
 
There are 3 common scenarios with damages: 
  1. The product is obviously damaged, bent, scratched. You can see it immediately and the product is not useful for your purposes. 
    1. Before the driver leaves: You should refuse to accept this delivery and the driver will take it back with him.  Sign the bill of lading as damaged - refuse to accept delivery. You must take photographs of the damage.
  2. The box or wrapping appears to be torn, punctured, etc., but it's not possible to tell if the product is damaged. 
    1. Before the driver leaves: You should take the time to completely unwrap the package. If you accept the shipment, sign the bill of lading as torn packaging, subject to concealed damage claim.  If you need to refuse the product after more thorough inspection, you will file the freight claim.  Taking a photo of the torn packaging can support your documentation.
  3. Concealed damage. The box looks fine. No packaging or wrappings look disturbed. However, when opened, there is a dent or puncture. You do not want to accept the product. 
    1. You will file a freight claim. DO NOT WAIT CALL THE SHIPPING OR TRUCKING COMPANY NOW!  Before the driver leaves.  If you note damage to the product or wrapping, either refuse the shipment or sign the bill of lading as "noted with damaged wrapping" or "noted with damaged product".  Not all products that have damaged wrapping are actually damaged once unwrapped and inspected.  However, if you don't note it on the bill of lading, the shipping company may not honor a damage claim after you have had time to do a closer inspection. 
Jokes & Thoughts for the Month
Monday, May 30th, 2016 is Memorial Day this year.
Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces.  The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war.  By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service.  

Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veterans Day; Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving, while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans.
 
It doesn't take a hero to order men into battle.  It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.   
Norman Schwarzkopf

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A Marine instructor in chemical warfare asked soldiers in his class: Anyone know the formula for water? Sure. Thats easy, said one recruit. What is it? H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O. What, what? re-asked the instructor. H to O, explained the recruit. You are officer material son! Semper Fi!

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One May morning while standing in the park, I was wondering why a Frisbee looks larger the closer it gets  .......  then it hit me.  Stewart Francis

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A woman brought a very limp duck into a veterinary surgeon. As she laid her pet on the table, the vet pulled out his stethoscope and listened to the bird's chest. 

After a moment or two, the vet shook his head and sadly said, "I'm sorry, your duck, Cuddles, has passed away." 

The distressed woman wailed, "Are you sure?" 
"Yes, I am sure. Your duck is dead," replied the vet.. 

"How can you be so sure?" she protested. "I mean you haven't done any testing on him or anything. He might just be in a coma or something." 

The vet rolled his eyes, turned around and left the room. He returned a few minutes later with a black Labrador Retriever. As the duck's owner looked on in amazement, the dog stood on his hind legs, put his front paws on the examination table and sniffed the duck from top to bottom. He then looked up at the vet with sad eyes and shook his head.

The vet patted the dog on the head and took it out of the room. A few minutes later he returned with a cat. The cat jumped on the table and also delicately sniffed the bird from head to foot. The cat sat back on its haunches, shook its head, meowed softly and strolled out of the room. 

The vet looked at the woman and said, "I'm sorry, but as I said, this is most definitely, 100% certifiably, a dead duck." 

The vet turned to his computer terminal, hit a few keys and produced a bill, which he handed to the woman.. The duck's owner, still in shock, took the bill. "$150!" 
she cried, "$150 just to tell me my duck is dead!" 

The vet shrugged, "I'm sorry. If you had just taken my word for it, the bill would have been $20, but with the Lab Report and the Cat Scan, it's now $150." 


SAVE with Internet Specials when you login to our online
 warehouse!

Inet Specials
Online Specials are changed regularly, check back 
periodically for new offerings!
Visit www.gasequipment.com and shop online at the "GEC Virtual Warehouse".
 

 

 

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS REGISTER FOR A WEB ORDER ENTRY (WOE) ACCOUNT WITH GEC*.  You'll be issued a confidential user I.D. and password that will allow you to order on your schedule.

 

Click "Register for Online Ordering" to get started.

 

*All registrants must have a current account with GEC in good standing before the WOE account can be activated.

For a copy of the Solutions reference guide introducing our CLICK, SEARCH, BUY, MANAGE edition of our virtual Warehouse -e mail your request to e-newsletter@gasequipment.com or CLICK HERE.

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introductory, product, and training videos.
 
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Gas Equipment Co., Inc.

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