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Autumn 2016 ISSUE No.72Insite is the official magazine of the Petroleum Equipment Installers and Maintenance Federation Now 50%In this issue : moreService & ‘Working Berrys readers!Maintenance Together’ News ‘Golden Years’ Insite Summer 2016 • Issue 71 • Page 11

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Ed line In this issue Working Together, PEIMF meeting 5Autumn is always a busy time for trade events and we’re saving (one of) the best till last.“Working Together” has now become a great fixture in the calendar. Now with a brand PEIMF Technical Officer’s report 6-7new venue, the PEIMF’s FREE Networking Event is a fantastic chance to talk and learn.The added incentive of a FREE pre-event dinner is not to be missed, as you wind down (or Premier Group 9wind up!) for the silly season. See page 5 for full details. The making of a brand 18Congratulations to Berrys – made it to 50 – which we celebrate in the centre section. Berrys’ 50th anniversary 27-30Our lead feature covers the nitty gritty of Service Installation and Maintenance. It’s whythe PEIMF was formed and is the hub of the industry. Take a look at the hilarious piece on Steve Preston – ‘In the frame’ 31page 36 by Deborah of Pennine Pump & Tank. Can you match any of these horror stories? Service & Maintenance :Would you like to join the PEIMF committee? Octane Group 33We can elect a maximum of 3 new members to the federation’s committee at our AGM on1st December. I will be writing to all members individually, but please feel free to let me FMS: your one stop maintenance shop 34-35know if you would like details on how you can help and influence our work. Pennine Pump & Tank 36Brexit implications; Do you have questions regarding potential changes in the industry?We may not have the answers, but we’ll do our best to help resolve any issues you may Istobal 38have. See Phil’s report on page 6. Gilbarco 40And finally, as I put the finishing touches to this Autumn Issue (with its new increaseddistribution!) in the dwindling Summer sunshine; on the basis that the Winter Edition Air-Serv 42will publish in the new year, can I be the first to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. Wayne 44Ho Ho Ho! Hytek 46 David Honeyman Editor Help with ATEX from OLE 48 APEA Live 51 PEIMF Members Directory 52-53 INSITE distributionNew member • All PEIMF members now • Site contractors tionc1r5e0a0se! dBroham Forecourt Developments Ltd • Installation, service &www.broham.co.uk maintenance contractors01206 210 455Specialist principal contractors • 100 leading forecourt groupsin retail forecourt & commercialfuel installation • All major & regional oil companies • Supermarkets • Mechanical, electrical & civil engineers • Equipment manufacturers and suppliersCommittee • Petroleum/trading standards officersChairman: Kevin Powell • All key industry bodies - UKPia, NICEIC,Deputy Chairman: Duncan Amos LPGA, NMO, PRA etcTreasurer: Darrin Francis Committee:General Secretary and Insite Editor: • Fleet managers in emergency services &David Honeyman Richard Henry local authoritiesTechnical Officer: Phil Monger Jacque Williams­President: Joe O’Reilly Michelle King • Fuel distributorsHonorary Members: Terry MoodyJeff Young Kirk Main • C ommercial fuel users; marinas, industry,Steve Devine Ian Burns airports etcMalcolm Hogg Anton Martiniussen Siobhan Keogh Annual advertising rates Whole Page £2170 Half Page £1085 Quarter Page £545All enquiries for membership, editorial and advertising Front cover illustration Insite is the official magazine of theshould be made to: Brian Sage Petroleum Equipment Installers and Maintenance Federation. SuppliedDavid Honeyman • PEIMF • PO Box 152 articles from outside the FederationGravesend • Kent • DA12 1ZZ may not be the policy of PEIMF. The PEIMF accepts no responsibility forTelephone: 01474 321999 these articles howsoever implied orEmail: [email protected] stated in relation to any third party company or individual.www.peimf.com Advertisers and the suppliers of contributed articles are asked to ensure that material submitted is fair and accurate at all times. The Editor reserves the right to amend or withdraw such material which may not comply with this request after consultation.

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PEIMF Technical Officer’s reportIntroduction of E10 petrol circulated to other technical panels, whose explosion risks at petrol filling stations, it comments are currently being acted upon. has been decided to produce a poster thatThe working group has now received the Once the document has been technically contains both DSEAR and environmentalfinal draft for consideration before it is sent edited, it will be sent out to stakeholder aspects of an incident action plan. That workto the Minister for Transport. The change groups for approval before publishing. The is now in process and, upon completion, thisof cabinet following the Brexit referendum PEIMF Committee will get the opportunity will be provided to site operators to enableoutcome, gives the opportunity for a fresh for a further review. them to consider and differentiate betweenlook at the options. It was the view of the the two types of risk.group that the previous Minister appeared A work group under the Service Stationnot to favour regulation, which would leave Panel has developed guidance to ensure A document has been developed to giveit to the market and a free-for-all, leaving safety at filling stations, expanding on the guidance on use of mobile phones andmore losers than winners. Industry is of information contained within the Blue other portable electrical devices. Thisthe view that a mandated introduction book.The document aims to encourage has now been reviewed by the Serviceis the only option. Not to do so leaves operators to prepare their own schedule Station Panel and further information hasretailers with the choice of having to for maintenance of their site. The draft been included. The guidance will take intochoose between E5 and E10 unless they document was circulated for stakeholder account the possibility of;have additional storage capacity, which few review where over sixty comments werehave. Even some high volume throughput received, some from PEIMF members. • using a phone outside the vehiclesites have only two grade capacity. A waiting to be refuelledregulated introduction with maximum The working group met on the 7th July topotential for uptake would be less likely discuss the comments received. During • and where the method of payment willto lead to refusal by motorists, subject to the meeting the comments were be by use of mobile phone or otherthe energy differential being compensated considered and a number of changes electronic devices.for in the price paid. The alternative for made to the document, which is nowmotorists would be to use the protection being updated accordingly. This will then This document will make recommendationsgrade at a possible higher cost. be returned to those who commented, to to the site operator on making a risk ensure their satisfaction with the way their assessment regarding the use of a phoneThe draft report states that for a successful comments were resolved. on a forecourt - without giving specificlaunch, the Government should play a guidance on how to do this. It is hopedstrong leadership role in the deployment A report was received on the progress of that this will help an interim stage ofof E10 petrol. The industry representatives the development of the Blue book to date. introduction to allow further trials to takehave asserted that this should be The different chapters of the Blue book place. Concerns remain about the possiblemandated through the amendment of the are being revised by work group leaders, distraction when using a phone, and theMotor Fuels (Composition and Content) with the objective to update references as risk of other motorists seeing this as aRegulations. The report suggests that a required, be clear about the recommended relaxation in the use of mobile phones intarget date for the launch should be the solution and in doing so develop a smaller, the dispensing area.summer of 2017. The change of Minister more user friendly document. A steeringhas led to a delay in sending the report to group, on which PEIMF is represented, Guidance on the storage and dispensingthe Department. has been set up to manage the whole of AdBlue on retail filling stations is in the process. The initial target date for early stage of drafting and panel membersEnergy Institute Service completion of first drafts in May 2016 hasStation Panel been revised due to delays in some of the draft chapters.The three pieces of EI filling stationguidance; A teleconference with the steering group and work group leaders is to be arranged• Environmental risk assessment at petrol to discuss the progress, and ascertain filling stations whether the work group leaders need any assistance from the steering group itself.• Investigation and remediation of petrol It is expected that the fourth edition of filling stations the Blue book will be published in Summer 2017.• Environmental management at petrol filling stations Following the publication of the Guidelines for an Emergency Action Plan for fire andAre currently being consolidated into onenew publication. The first draft has beenPage 6 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

are reviewing the work before further Guidelines (PPGs) by trade associations, after theirdevelopment. As soon as a draft has it has now been agreed for SEPA to take introduction orbeen produced, it will be circulated to the responsibility for updating and publishing last change, andcommittee and any members requesting a the guidance under a new title Guidance that is the timecopy for commenting purposes. for Pollution Prevention (GPPs). The that any national references to the Environment Agency are interests mightThe Code of safe practice for contractors to be changed before being republished on be servedand retailers managing contractors the SEPA website. Although there are no by makingworking on filling stations (2010) is to be objections to trade associations publishing changes.updated to take account of legislative them, it must be using the technicalchanges, particularly the introduction of content unchanged and referenced back to At a recent Defra stakeholder meeting,The Petroleum (consolidation) regulations the original document. Defra made the point that the UK2014. It was agreed that the publication remains a member of the EU until theshould be improved to make it more Brexit : implications for industry exit negotiations have been concluded,useable. Once funding has been agreed, therefore provisions of current EUwork will commence. As this publication has Since the results of the referendum directives and regulations remaina target market of typical PEIMF members, became known, I have received calls in applicable until that time. Defra agreedit is hoped to encourage participation by respect of EU directives impacting on UK to keep stakeholder groups updated asmembers in the review. businesses. In every case in question, I they work through the implications of the have pointed out that EU directives have EU referendum vote. Defra also invitedEI Oil and Water Liaison Group been implemented in member states stakeholders to write in with their concerns(OWLG) through the introduction of, or changes to, or views on the impacts of the referendum national legislation and there would be no for industrial pollution control policy.The committee met in May for updates point in making immediate changes - since Members will need to advise PEIMFfrom the Environment Agency, Defra, Sepa, the directives would not be applicable of any unforeseen impacts, in order for usNRW and industry stakeholders. Further to once the exit has been completed. Most to make a corporate response inthe last technical report, statements about regulations are reviewed five years due course.the re-publication of Pollution Prevention Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 7

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Construction company fuels Asda contractThe construction division of The Premier litre fuel storage tanks, decorative in South Wales. The scope of work for theGroup, a national specialist in high-spec landscaping works, plus a new car park Welsh projects includes the constructionconstruction and maintenance work, and pedestrian crossing. of four pump automated petrol fillinghas completed its first project as part of stations with associated landscapingits new contract with Asda. The firm are The project was completed in a time frame and car parking area.included in the Asda Framework for the of 10 weeks from May to July this year,current and forthcoming year. meeting the schedule deadline. Major clientsWith a history going back more than The Premier Group provided a number The construction arm of The Premier60 years, The Premier Group has grown of specialist services and was heavily Group works with many major nationalto become one of the most respected involved in the pre-construction phase brands. The company has completedproviders of liquid fuel storage, of the project. The team working on the projects for Esso - for its Synergy Fuelmeasurement and dispensing systems in project consisted of project managers, site Programme rebranding - Shell, BP, MRHthe UK. It operates as three main divisions: managers, contract managers and health and Rontec.construction, installation and servicing. and safety managers, as well as skilledIts construction division specialises groundsmen and project support staff. Steve Evans, construction division MD,in the building, knock-down, re-build, said:refurbishment and decommissioning of In addition to projects in England, the Asdapetrol filling stations. framework will see The Premier Group “The construction arm of The Premier working closer to home with sites located Group has a work ethos of showingThe installation division handles the experience and demonstratingsupply, fitting and commissioning of tanks, competence. Through validating the highpump dispensers and all associated quality work the company does alongpipework. Their servicing division with the highest standards of healthdeals with pump and fuel equipment and safety, we were able to successfullymaintenance either under the scope of its secure a substantial contact with Asda,regular maintenance contracts or purely which we are very proud of.reactive callouts. “Building a working relationship with AsdaFirst Asda job for specialist construction work adds to a strong portfolio of clients for the company,The Premier Group's Swansea-based which we are confident will grow as weconstruction division was appointed to continue to prove our expertise as abuild a new four pump, card-only petrol construction company. It also allows usfilling station at the Asda East Retford store to showcase innovative solutions, whichin Nottinghamshire, its first of a multi-site provides improvements for the client andproject for the major supermarket chain. makes projects more efficient for all those involved.”The scope of works at the East Retfordsite included the construction of a fully Continued on page 11automated petrol filling station in the areaof an existing unsurfaced car park. Thework undertaken included construction offour lots of four pumps with two 55,000 Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 9

WISH YOUR FUELSUPPLIER WASTHIS FLEXIBLE?At JET we bend over backwards to help your business thrive.You get all the benefits and resources of a large multinational,but with a flexible and personal approach. To find out more about our flexible approachto fuel supply,call us on 01926 404 333 We’d love to talk to you. JourneywithJET @JETPetrol E [email protected] 11 • Insite Summer 2016 • Issue 71

Continued from page 9 Timeplan Timeplan has been a trusted provider ofPremier Group history fuel management solutions since its foundation in 1978, with a reputationGroup history CNC for quality, reliability and first classThe Premier Group is the result of the Established in the early 1980s, CNC customer service.amalgamation of five trading companies, specialised in building contracts within theall specialists in their own field of fuel petroleum industry, carrying out diversified Premier Serviceengineering. work from replacing a grade tag to For over 60 years The Premier Group complete knock-down and re-builds. has provided quality maintenance servicesThe Premier Pump and Tank Company to the commercial and retail petroleumEstablished over 60 years ago, The Premier It has become the group’s construction and fuelling industries. The servicePump and Tank Company grew to become arm as it is today. division supports in excess of 2,000one of the largest nationwide suppliers sites under its range of maintenanceand installers of fuel dispensing and liquid Pumptronics contracts. All maintenance contract work isstorage equipment in the UK. Pumptronics design, develop and coordinated using a computerised service manufacture retail and commercial call tracking system to ensureDrillSafe UK fuel pumps and dispensers for every that equipment receives the fastestSpecialising in safely making extra entries environment. From garage forecourts and repair possible.in tank and pipelines without the disruption service stations, HGV truck stops andof total decommissioning, DrillSafe drills hauliers, to distribution centres, public www.premiergroup.org.ukand taps tank lids whilst in situ and with utilities and marinas, Pumptronics hasproduct still in place. the ideal solution.Management changes at The Premier GroupThe Premier Group of Companies have recently appointed Luke Hodgson to be theGroup Managing Director. He takes over from Ken Owen, who has decided it is time tostep aside to allow new blood into the driving seat.Luke has a strong engineering and construction background and a sound Commercialbase. After obtaining a degree in Construction Management at Manchester UniversityLuke worked as a Site Engineer for Taylor Woodrow before moving into the re-fuellingindustry with Elf Oil as Construction and Development Manager.He then worked for various divisions of Total UK before reaching the position of GeneralManager and a Board Director of Total Isle of Man. Ken joined W. Lamb in 1990 as MD of Luke Hodgson their Engineering business and re-named it following a previous acquisition “The Premier Pump & Tank Company” and, in the words of Victor Kiam, he “Liked it so much that he bought the company!” After a series of acquisitions it was decided to brand the services part of the business as “The Premier Group of Companies” in 2003. Ken says “I have thoroughly enjoyed my years as MD of the Premier Group but feel it is time to take a back seat. Technology and business practices have changed greatly over the years and it is time for a new generation to take the Group forward”. “Luke is the right man for the job and he has the support of all of the existing Directors. His experience, knowledge and enthusiasm will ensure the continual development of the Premier Group in the coming years.”Ken Owen Ken will remain as a Non-Executive Director and retain a majority holding. Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 11

FuelQuip’s fuel management system:perfect for Xelabus’ expansionFuelQuip Ltd are one of the UK’s leading complete with the FuelQuip Integral - With the FuelQuip software, everyspecialists in supplying fuel pumps, tanks a combined heavy duty fuel pump and a transaction is recorded automatically,& fuel management systems, helping real time internet based fuel management enabling immediate and accurate visibilityto significantly improve fleet operators’ system. Coupled with Live Tank Gauging, of stock figures to provide completefuelling operations. the highly recommended FuelQuip control of Xelabus’ entire fleet fuel usage. Integral Fuel Management system met Streamlined reports can accurately logThe expansion of independent bus all requirements, future proofed the site fuel usage, down to the individual driveroperator Xelabus Ltd in Eastleigh, for further expansion and came with a or vehicle, and the ease in which instantHampshire, has seen an increase in fleet genuine 24/7 software support helpline. in-depth reports are produced has savedsize over the years and a fuel consumption hours of administration costs.of over 5,000 litres a week. Now, all 26 buses are able to fuel up onXelabus approached FuelQuip, since their site effortlessly, with a fast and efficientneed to re-evaluate and streamline the process saving unnecessary stress, timerefuelling process had become critical. and labour.The existing set up saw the entire fleetoperating by fuel cards, causing major Gareth from Xelabus commented;congestion at local garages. The ineffective& inefficient procedure was costing the firm “We are extremely pleased with the tank,thousands in excessive fuel expenditure software and the aftersales care receivedand wasted valuable man hours. The from FuelQuip. It has made a remarkablepotential savings from having a convenient, difference to our operation and as aon-site fuelling system was therefore business we have already benefittedundeniable and finding a solution was an significantly from it.”immediate priority for Xelabus. From the initial consultation stage,FuelQuip assisted Xelabus with the through to the design, supply andoverhaul of their refuelling process by installation of the fuel managementinstalling a 30,000 litre custom-designed system; FuelQuip consultants work closelyfuel storage tank, which matched the with their clients to ensure completegreen livery of the fleet. This came customer satisfaction. As one of the UK’s leading specialists in the commercial'Livery green' tank fuel industry, FuelQuip’s national network of professional and knowledgeable engineers offer a truly reliable and efficient service which is supported by an exemplary on-going aftersales care team. www.fuelquip.netPage 12 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

Pumptronics ad insite 2015_Layout 1 05/11/2015 15:58 Page 1 Pumptronics dispensers are Petrol and Diesel ATEX approved. Do your pumps and fuel installations meet the new EU regulations? Due to a recent EU Regulation all new diesel dispensers now require ATEX Certification, along with CE marking and relevant EC Declaration of Conformity. Pumptronics have been supplying the re-fuelling industry for over 35 years and their C Series and Zeon pumps meet with all the legislative requirements. ALL NEW INSTALLATIONS MUST COMPLY TO THE STRICT GUIDELINES. Pumptronics pumps are manufactured from stainless steel and can withstand the roughest and toughest environments.Telephone: 01692 500640 Zeon Twin Zeon MonoFax : 01692 406710 email: [email protected] www.pumptronics.co.ukFor further details contact us now Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 13

Fairbanks celebrates Queen's AwardThe Fairbanks staff celebrating at the West Tower, AughtonEarlier this year, Fairbanks were crowned West Lancashire Council and UK Trade & of hours working up an appetite on the inflatable challenges, such as wipe-out,winners of the Queen’s Award for Investment. Lord Shuttleworth presented basketball, bungee run and pole joust to try and win themselves a prize. ThroughoutEnterprise: International Trade 2016. The the trophy to Steve Jones, Managing the afternoon they were royally entertained by some fabulous music from theformal presentation of the award was Director of Fairbanks, along with a scroll Speakeasy Bootleg Band and the Gypsies of Bohemia. There were many reports ofheld at Fairbanks’ offices in Skelmersdale signed by Her Majesty and David Cameron, aching joints that lasted for days, so the entertainment and laughter at the timeon the 5th July by Her Majesty’s Lord former Prime Minister. The entourage was was worth it!Lieutenant of Lancashire, otherwise then taken on a short tour of the business The Queen’s Award win was recognised locally on Wednesday 27th July, whenknown as Lord Shuttleworth, and his two and given a demonstration of our fuel Fairbanks played host to a large gathering of mayors from across the region.deputies, Professor Christopher Carr and management service. Dignitaries from Liverpool, Chester, Lancaster and the Wirral were invited byDr Barry Johnson. The Garden Party that followed at the the Mayor for West Lancashire, Councillor Liz Savage, as part of a summer tourAmongst the many guests who turned stunning West Tower Country Hotel in being held to ‘show-off’ the best businesses in Lancashire. The party arrivedup to witness this memorable event Aughton was extremely well attended in style to the West Lancashire Investment Centre in a vintage, forest green bus, hiredwere representatives from Edge Hill and gave Fairbanks’ staff the opportunity especially for the road trip. Steve Jones, Managing Director, directed the guestsUniversity, The Chamber of Commerce, to celebrate the success of winning the into the presentation suite, where the mayors discovered exactly why Fairbanks Queen’s Award had been included in the ‘Best Businesses’ tour. They then moved to the analysis and reaching the centre, where they were given the opportunity to meet with the specialists, milestone of 20 and witness short demonstrations of the Fairbanks service. years in business. Despite the blustery day (resulting in some helium-filled balloons making a bid for freedom), the venue was dressed to a standard worthy of a visit from the Queen herself. The food provided by the West Tower was of a similar calibre and very warmly received by theBob Conlin, Co-Founder Fairbanks, Lord Shuttleworth, Steve Jones, staff, after they hadManaging Director Fairbanks (presenting the Queen’s award) spent a couplePage 14 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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50 not out! Berrys celebrates50th anniversary with Technologies DayThere was little talk of Brexit, just a A new addition to the range isrefreshingly open interchange of views their Blue Master AdBlue tankand ideas about the present state of and dispenser unitbusiness and the future opportunities forthe industry. This was the order of the day Ledbury Welding andat the recent Berrys’ Technologies Day. Engineering’s comprehensive display included the industryBerrys MD Jacque Williams explains; leading Supervault above ground tank system plus the“We invited a cross section of companies, Ledbury modular filling station.operating broadly in the same area ofbusiness as ourselves, to encourage Premier Group presented itsrelationships and compare present & three main divisions whichfuture products and developments which constitute design, planningwill influence the industry in the next few and construction; installationyears. It’s encouraging to realise how and servicing for any size fuelmuch common ground there is and find storage and handling facilities,that our fellow specialists have similar Pumptronics pumps andobjectives, to ensure the future progress Timeplan fuel monitoring system.of our respective companies. Thiscollaboration was well received and seems Tanks and Pipeworks highlighted Industry and PEIMF stalwart Tom Hocking receives aso valuable to all concerned, that it is quite its many services – tank lovely caricature from PEIMF Chairman Kevin Powell,likely to be added to the calendar as an design, build and installation; as a thank you for his time and effort with theongoing, occasional event.” cleaning and re-lining; pipework federation over the years installation; fuel uplifts andThe Technologies Day also provided the transfers; removal and disposal Berrys’ own exhibition area includedchance to take part in the simultaneous or foam filling of redundant tanks. information about all products and servicesexpo. Amongst the exhibitors was long time with displays of Atlas Mono Gen 2, FillBerrys’ partner, Durapipe, with displays Master, Vent Master, Eros, Sump Masterfeaturing its PLX range of dedicated and Midas.fusion-welded pipework systems for fueltransfer as well as their new PLX + range ofconductive pipe and fittings. Martin Berry (left) and Denis Pokrovsky, OPW Russia \"Talking shop\" Tokheim showed its end-to-end site solution; Competing for the fastest lap time fuel dispensers, retailing systems, wetstockGilbarco Veeder-Root showed its range of management and data analysis. To complement the serious displays andpumps and dispensers together with its Wayne Fueling Systems promoted its discussions there was some relaxation too,wetstock management and business and range of fuel dispensers and its integrated with a racing simulator - which sorted theretail support solutions. business solutions and professional men (and ladies) from the boy racers. The services. fastest customer lap time was recordedFibrelite were exhibiting their range of of 2 minutes 59.414 seconds by Stevecomposite manhole covers for all industrial \"Now you see it, now you don't\" Bradbury from Forefront Fuelling. Alsoand forecourt applications. around was close-quarters magician Sean Heydon, who bewildered with his sleight ofKingspan Klargester featured its fuel/oil hand tricks and distracting chat.separators which, as part of the forecourtdrainage system, separate fuel and oil Amongst the visitors were representativesfrom surface water to prevent pollution. of supermarkets, transport and oil companies from the UK and overseas.Page 16 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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The making of a 21st Century brandHeinz Beanz, Big Macs, Coca Cola; we all know the value of branding, but whatexactly is it? And how do you go about it?Ancorra Environmental Services Ltd are an Branding technical nature of using electrical andestablished PEIMF member and pleased to photographic equipment in a confinedshare their recent experience with us. The first step was to review and space, extensive health and safetyAncorra was established by a highly improve Ancorra’s branding, preparations were required (an easy taskexperienced team and was developed with with the aim of achieving a compared to trying to align the availabilitythe ethos of delivering beyond expectations more professional, refined and of the photographer, vehicles and menand industry norms. Now in their the fourth instantly recognisable image. with a dry sunny day!!). Persistence finallyyear of trading, they have been focused When deciding on how this paid off, and Adrian’s clever use of lightingon customer service, provision delivery should look, consideration and willingness to get in to some awkwardand legal compliance. However, when the and comparisons were made positions resulted in some striking shots.powers that be sat down to formulate a new with branding and marketingmarketing strategy, they identified a fresh of large retail and consumer The World Wide Webopportunity to excel. brands, in addition to industryAs technology has progressed it has competitors, in order to With major changes in branding takingbrought a transformation in marketing, achieve a high quality brand place, we decided to extend this with ayet it was obvious that many of these identity. An amended logo was complete relaunch of the website. Workingexciting new developments were yet to be designed and contemporary closely with www.boldonlinemarketing.com,fully exploited by the company. Following livery chosen for the delivery we created a brand new website, withextensive examination and market of new vans and tractor units improved visual appearance, enhancedresearch, a plan was formulated combining to the fleet. written content and some clever behinda mix of traditional marketing strategies the scenes work on search enginealongside the introduction of some new A picture paints a optimisation. The result was Ancorra’sand exciting ideas. thousand words new user-friendly website appearing on the first page of Google when searchingPage 18 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 With 60% of consumers for ‘forecourt cleaning’ and ‘forecourt responding to images maintenance.’ This is especially important, over words, a specialist given that 60% of searchers click on the photographer, Adrian Waine first three results on google and over 90% (adrianwaine.com) was of all Google searchers click on the first ten commissioned to create some organic results. corporate photographs of Ancorra in action. Due to the continued on next page

Social Media \"Cheese!\"Training opportunities in social media Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 19marketing has led to activeTwitter: @AncorraES and LinkedIn accounts.Managing several social media accountscan be time consuming, but utilising asocial media management system, suchas Hootsuite, simplifies the process byallowing you to track and manage severalsocial network channels at once, includinga function to advance prepare and scheduleposts for later release. In line with Companyenvironmental policy, newsletters weremoved from predominantly print and post toe-mail advertising utilising the e-mail serviceprovider, Mailchimp.The personal touchEarly monitoring of analytics and statisticssuggests they have done a great job inbringing the company’s marketing strategyin to the 21st century. However, all themanagement team, both young and old, agreethat the traditional ‘cup of tea and a chat’ isthe ultimate customer engagement and assuch remains at the core of the marketing mix.Please visit www.ancorraenvironmental.co.ukto view the new website and to signup to receive Ancorra’s newsletters. forecourt storage and solutions The UK’s leading manufacturer of Underground double skinned fuel storage tanks Trusted supplier to the industries oil companies, supermarket retailers, independent / dealer operated and motorway petrol filling stations. Wefco tanks are constructed to the highest quality utilising sophisticated semi-automated production line technology. Professional painting and coating facilities and factory fitting of components are all expertly controlled in-house. Wefco (Gainsborough) Ltd. Britannia Works, Station Approach, Gainsborough. Lincolnshire. DN21 2AU Tel: 01427 611000 Enq: [email protected] Web: www.wefco.co.uk

Fuel management from Triscan SystemsOne of the UK's leading facilities The project’s As a result of Triscan’s ongoing success onmanagement and services groups, installation was the project, it has since installed a 2,500 LSuffolk Norse, has signed a five-year divided amongst two Plastic Bunded AdBlue Tank and 35 l/minfuel management contract with Triscan specialised teams of AdBlue Pump with 5m hose and auto shutSystems, as part of a long-term strategy to engineers – hardware off nozzle and holster.reduce fuel costs by bulk storing fuel. and software. Their efforts were As the project illustrates, Triscan’sSuffolk Norse, is a joint venture co-ordinated and services, capabilities and expertise coverbetween Suffolk County Council and managed by a Triscan the spectrum of project requirements. ANorse Commercial Services. They first employed Prince 2 completely integrated solution, from initialapproached Triscan Systems in 2014, Project Manager. consultancy through the manufacture,in a bid to find a fuel management partner supply, installation and ongoing servicethat could consolidate their refuelling The Managing Director and maintenance of the equipment.operation, provide scalability to match their at Suffolk Norsegrowth targets, and offer a cost effective stated; As a UK based systems and softwaresolution to their fuel challenges. manufacturer, Triscan are one of the \"The implementation leading fuel management providers. UsingFollowing a rigorous selection process, has been very the latest technological advancements,Triscan was awarded the contract to successful. The money the Triscan-employed team of dedicatedprovide an above ground PPG compliant already saved in engineers and project managers, based25,000 litre bunded diesel tank, real-time moving to the Triscan across the UK, are always close to handApollo 2 fuel management system, system has proved to respond to customers’ needs efficientlyweb-based Odyssey World software, to be significant. and effectively.70 lpm Zeon diesel pump, and electronic Traditionally, driverstank gauging, at two of its sites in Suffolk. were travelling off site Users of Triscan’s fuel management to re-fuel at a public systems include haulage and logisticsThe benefits achieved included; forecourt, which gave companies, bus, coach and other us little control or commercial vehicle operators, the1) Making significant savings and allowing visibility of fleet fuel emergency services, local government for the accurate forecast of fuel budgets usage, and resulted in authorities and major industrial bodies. vehicle and driver downtime whilst2) Integrating a scalable software solution vehicles diverted from normal duties to www.triscansystems.com for multi-site, multi-vehicle operation refuel. This system allows us to keep a constant check on fuelling operations,3) Providing the ability to monitor fuel stock levels, and consumption, all of 24/7 from any remote location, which helps efficiency of fuel usage with immediate visibility to real-time across the company. fuelling data Throughout the project implementation,4) Reducing administration time and the Triscan team remained motivated, increasing confidence through accurate professional and extremely focused on and seamless data capture, reported providing the best possible service in the into one software system required timescale\".5) Providing real-time access to current fuel stock and reconciliation data, and being alerted to low stock level warnings and disabled fuel pumps.Page 20 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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National Sales Manager for Phillips 66Phillips 66 has appointed Mark Todd to the role of National Sales Manager for its UK & IrelandMarketing division. He will report directly in to Mary Wolf and will lead a team of nine sales staff. Based in Warwick, Mark will be Mary Wolf, MD of Phillips 66 UK & Ireland Marketing, comments; responsible for bringing on board “Mark’s extensive industry knowledge and in-depth understanding new customers and strengthening of the fuel market will be a real asset to our company. Mark is existing relationships with high ambitious and, coming from outside the business, is well-placed volume resellers, group forecourt to take on the challenge of increasing our market share and dealers and supermarkets identifying new market opportunities. We are delighted to throughout the UK and Ireland. welcome Mark to the team here at Warwick.” He brings a wealth of industry Mark adds: experience, having worked in the “Over the years I’ve come to know Phillips 66 well and have downstream fuels industry for over long admired the company’s customer-centric values and 26 years. His experience spans ability to really listen to their customers. I respect their ethos business-to-business, business and brand values, which are among the best in the industry and to consumer, and national and will play an important role in expanding our share of theinternational business development roles for Mobil/BP, Morrisons wholesale and retail market.\"and, more recently, the oil product logistics company CLH-PS.BMS announce new additionPEIMF member BMS Ltd, the liquid “My main aim is to increase awareness BMS Ltd is a family owned SME basedmeasurement specialists, are delighted of our brand whilst achieving profitable just outside of Ashford in Kent, they areto announce the appointment of Daniel growth throughout existing and new the proud distributors of TCS flow metersBramley. Daniel’s main responsibilities industries. I am also looking to implement as well as Veeder-Root mechanical andwill fall within the sales and marketing a more focused marketing strategy to electrical equipment. Their team ofdepartments. raise the profile of BMS as a brand, we are service engineers also provide meter already in the process of implementing a calibrations, servicing and installations,Daniel brings a wealth of experience new website and have a lot more activity Tank gauging, cleaning and inspection,in sales with a particular focus on planned over the next 6 months. I’m really fuel testing and cleaning as well asgrowth; he also has in depth marketing excited to be on board and I’m looking Veeder-Root and TCS training clinics.experience including Social Media. forward to the challenges ahead”.Tel: 01233 740149 • [email protected] • www.bms-ltd.com • Twitter: @bulkmeterltd Business Development Manager Paul Rowley welcoming Daniel BramleyPage 22 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

Insite Magazine Advert.pdf 1 09/11/2015 11:51:34 As the UK’s largest provider of Fuel Management Systems, we pride ourselves C on our ability to deliver one, totally M integrated solution to onsite fuel services. Y With a national network of engineers, each with a van CM stocked with key spare parts and consumables, we MY provide the quickest response times and fastest, CY solution-driven responses to unscheduled maintenanceCMY events. The engineering team are supported centrally K by a UK based technical support desk, customer service centre, and experienced research and development team; underpinned by leading service management systems. Put together, Triscan o ers experience and results that are simply not available from any other company. Call us: 0845 225 3100 Email us: [email protected] www.triscansystems.com WE HAVE BEEN USING TRISCAN SYSTEMS FOR A PERIOD IN EXCESS OF A DECADE A HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PARTICULARLY IMPR www.risbridger.comFLANGED t tanklids State of the art VAPOUR RECOVERY Retro t and New build OVERFILL PREVENTION and loss REDUCTIONRisbridger Ltd., 25 Trowers Way, Redhill, Surrey. RH1 2LH. UK +44 (0) 8456 442323 Email: [email protected] Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 23

Two installations from Cameron ForecourtEclipse Fuel Management JW Cousins install a new fuel the AdBlue pump. Our customers haveenhances service bunkering facility commented on how happy they are with the speed at which the pumps dispensePawson Transport is a well-established, JW Cousins Farmer and Sons Ltd, of North and the accessibility of the neat new site”family business with over 90 years in the Lincolnshire, have employed Cameronindustry. Cameron Forecourt has provided Forecourt’s Project Management Service The site’s equipment consists of threethem with fuelling equipment service Department to turn a green field site into a C Series fuel pumps, two of which areand maintenance for over 10 years and state of the art Key Fuels refueling facility. super high speed and a fourth being anwas naturally the first port of call when AdBlue pump. The diesel storage tankthe previous fuel management system JW Cousins is a family run business with has a capacity of 58,000 litres and isbecome obsolete. Cameron’s solution was its own fleet of vehicles, which previously a reworked model from ISOTank whichits “real time” web-based Eclipse refuelled from a small fuel dispenser. is monitored with an OLE tank gaugingFuel Management System. They contacted Cameron Forecourt to system and the MCS 3M Weights and project manage a brand new Weights and Measures approved payment terminal.As the new system is web-based in “real Measures approved refuelling facility totime”, all events are transmitted to the supply not only their own fleet, but re-sale Moving forward, the client has identifiedservers almost immediately. As such, fuel to other transport companies. the opportunity of installing a café to catercustomers can monitor live refuelling, for the growth in traffic.along with stock deliveries and warnings of Users holding Key Fuels and Morgan fuelpossible leaks or theft. cards are now welcome to refuel at the site Call Cameron Forecourt on and Patrick Usher of JW Cousins is happy 01226 742 441The new Vision web page facility, available to report a steady flow of traffic at the www.cameron-forecourt.co.ukthrough the Eclipse web portal, gives the newly built site.user a clear overview of fleet efficiency, fuelconsumption, carbon emissions and fuel “We average 4-5000 litres per day fromprice trends, plus more. our three diesel fuel pumps along withThe Eclipse system was supplied toPawson Transport as a retrofit upgrade,using the existing system’s case and fixingsto reduce the overall purchase price. Thisapproach gives the most cost effectivemeans of introducing new technology to anexisting fuel installation.Martyn Gent of Cameron Forecourt;“Whilst the technology used in an oldersystem may be redundant, the existingcasing and some other elements of thesystem can be re-used. Why pay for newmetalwork when there is nothing wrong withthe old case? Retrofit installations are morequickly installed, meaning less down time.\"Richard Pawson of Pawson Transport;“The new system provided by CameronForecourt is far easier to use than theprevious installation. This partnership willcontinue to go from strength to strength.\"Page 24 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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Bulk Meter Services Ltd Total Fuel Management Solutions Provider n Fuel meter maintenance, calibration and installation n Fuel tank environmental inspection and testing n Fuel sample testing, monitoring, and polishing n Fuel inventory management n Environmental risk assessment and survey services n UK nationwide service cover Contact bms on (01233)740149 or at [email protected] or www.bms-ltd.comPage 26 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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In the frameWith Steve Preston MD of FuelQuip Ltd & Pennine Pump & Tank Co.How come you’re in the industry? Installing various commercial fuel pumps resource for transport managers soCompletely by chance. I was installing a & fuel management systems we decided it is critical to take advantage of newheating system at Triscan’s new premises to form a sister company, FuelQuip Ltd, technology. Companies that don’t embraceand was asked to carry out an installation to market our own fuel management tomorrow’s technology today will lose outof a new development that they were systems and our own range of pumps in the long run. With this in mind, FuelQuipworking on called a fuel management and innovative products. For the past are constantly launching new products.system. I then saw how fuel pumps were 10 years FuelQuip have been installinginstalled & it seemed logical to combine web based real-time fuel management What do you feel have been your biggestmy Electrical & pipefitting skills. software to some of the largest fleet achievements? (modesty allowed!) operators in the UK. Starting up, running and managing notSo how long have you been in the industry? one but two successful businesses.30 years too long Which role have you enjoyed most? Every job has brought something new and Where do you see yourself in say, 10 years?Tell us about your career - to date exciting, however, the satisfaction of owning Part-time retirement. I will be handlingAfter leaving school at 17, I started a and running your own business is so over the reins of the businesses to the5 year apprenticeship in welding and rewarding. Yes it’s tough, with long hours family at some point, but I will still becommercial pipe fitting. and sacrifices, but it’s worth it when every available (if required) part time to offer day is different, and customers are left help and guidance.Even before I finished my apprenticeship happy. Now all of my children work for theI was running my own jobs & quickly business I get to see them more often too. What’s the worst thing you’ve seen on site?promoted to supervisor, working The early years on building sites werenationwide on schools, hospitals, So it’s a family business?? like battle grounds. Health & safety wasfactories and Airports. In 1983 I became Yes, my partner Jennifer has supported nonexistent and incidents (not accidents)self employed and in 1985 I was asked me from when it was just ‘one man and happened every day. I have seen someto install the first batch of Triscan fuel his van’. My three sons Dave, Paul and pretty nasty accidents in my time, so wemanagement systems. Anthony are now employed and more have come a long way. recently my daughter Deborah has joinedIn order to gain more knowledge and to help with marketing and advertising. And the funniest thing?expertise in this field, I worked for Fuel It’s great to see the whole family working An airplane driving off with the fuel gunPump & Tank in Banbury (FPT Ltd) together as a team. still in the fuel tank & the hose on theinstalling pumps and tanks and then ran wing, yes the plane stopped before take offtheir northern depot for 12 months. When What have been the most significant & yes the safety break had worked a treat.they closed In 1990 I founded Pennine changes in the industry in your time?Pump & Tank Co, specialising in reliable Legislation & new guidelines are Any negatives?pump installation and maintenance constantly being re-written. Steel Working too many hours and weekendsservice for the haulage industry. After pipework is no longer used underground which you can never get back but it and there is now a lot more choice of seems to be par for the course with most commercial pump manufactures. of us in this industry. Customers buying products and services on price & then What do you think the future holds? expecting us to make everything right The introduction of electric powered when they fail, at no extra cost. vehicles and wireless technology into mainstream use has meant that In your spare time? alternative and renewable fuels will I enjoy riding motorbikes and own a eventually become the norm. However the Suzuki 1200. I also collect classic cars fuel industry will always go on, because and own a Ford Anglia van (albeit with a no matter what resource is used in the modified twin cam engine) and a Mark 1 future, it will always need to be managed, Ford Cortina. Because I also own a 1943 monitored and controlled. Willys Jeep, I frequently take part in 1940’s re-enactments, a good excuse How are you preparing for the future? for a weekend away or trip to France. There is no denying that digital technology has taken the world by storm, becoming Your mantra an integral part of life. Online fuel It’s far easier to do a job right than it is to management systems are now a vital do it wrong; which is why we always fit the best & fix the rest. Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 31

Project1_Layout 1 15/06/2016 16:05 Page 1 Carbon Fibre Test Measures Pumpwatch taking the back ache out of fuel dispenser accuracy testing. Discover how easily and safely you can check the accuracy of fuel dispensers. Tel: +353 45 892155 • Email: [email protected] www.pumpwatch.iePage 32 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

Prevention is AdBlue®cheaper than cure (DEF, ARLA 32, AUS 32)As the old adage goes, an ounce of prevention is better than a poundof cure. We talk to PEIMF member, Octane, about the cost benefits ofengaging in a service and maintenance contract versus adoptinga traditional, reactive approach to fuel system management.Can your company afford the downtime Save on breakdowns! Fieldcaused by unexpected equipment failure? ProvenAre you getting the maximum delivery In our last issue, we looked at the Equipment.speeds from your fuel pumps? mounting costs of dirty fuel for businesses in the UK. Within a service maintenance SCR catalysts can be damagedPreventative maintenance of your contract, fuel tank bund conditions will if the urea solution is contami-equipment on a regular basis can ensure be inspected and checked for water, fuel nated, e. g. due to unsuitableyour equipment performs at its best. It contamination and debris. nozzles, hoses, or otherextends the lifespan of pumps and parts; components which are inavoiding costly and unexpected repairs. How compliant are you? contact with the medium. Our components guaranteeIt also allows you to rest easy and As well as all the extra business benefits, purity, operational safety andbe safe in the knowledge that you’re these maintenance contracts also cover functionality – for the wholein full compliance with all your legal the most essential element of operations tranport chain, from refineryrequirements, such as the Pollution namely; is your business compliant with its to the vehicle tank.Prevention Guidelines. legal obligations? ELAFfoLrEdXe_taInilsfoprlemaasetidoonw_n2lo.a1d3: .pdfHow service and maintenance contracts An Octane service and maintenancesave money contract also includes a full site audit. ELAFLEX LTD. www.elaflex.de/english · www.elaflex.co.ukAn Octane fuel pump service and To ensure compliance, they’ll inspectmaintenance contract is aimed at all your fuel tank equipment; includingminimising your risk and maximising the gauges, overfill prevention systems andefficiency of your operations. your labelling.They are cost-effective plans that are Plus, you’ll receive full documentation,designed to save you far more money than detailing the condition of tanks, pipeworkyou ever invest in them. and equipment.Save with accuracy! If work is required to bring any of your equipment up to standard, their team ofOver time, the accuracy of fuel dispenser engineers can carry out the repairs andmeasurements can decrease. Under a installations with a minimum of downtimecontract, your fuel pumps will be calibrated to your operations.for stock accuracy, and calibrationcertificates will be provided. Richard Sykes, a Director at Octane, says:How much fuel does your business “Our emergency teams are availabledispense annually? Even a 0.001% 24/7, but in an ideal world they wouldn’timprovement in accuracy will save you a be needed. Whilst we may always have togallon in every 1,000 dispensed. deal with some unexpected scenarios, I truly believe that the majority of issues areSave on replacement costs! preventable with good a good maintenance process in place.”Within your service and maintenancecontract, all fuel pump filters will be For more information on taking out a fuelcleaned and, if necessary, replaced. service and maintenance contract, or for new tank installations, call Richard orThe immediate benefits of this regular Jason at Octane on 0113 201 2460 ormaintenance will be improved pump visit www.octane.uk.comefficiencies. But, it will also prolong yourpump life – saving you the expensivecapital costs of early replacement. Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 33 2013_Ad_AdBlue_Field Proven._58x270_EHT_LTD.indd 2 7/30/2014 1:37:34 PM

Your “one stop shop”for maintenanceIf your site is not running to its full capacity because of wear and tear, an accident, weather damage, or simply because it has outgrown itself,PEIMF member Forecourt Maintenance Services Ltd (FMS Ltd) is there to help you. Set up over 12 years ago by its three directors to fill aniche in the market place, FMS have over 75 years' industry experience and aim to be THE one-stop-shop for forecourt maintenance.Covering all aspects of above ground Canopy experts They also offer canopy lifting and raising.works on the forecourt, FMS specialises in Canopy lifting is a highly technical andforecourt works ranging from simple site FMS have years of experience in all aspects difficult task which requires expertise,cleaning to complete new canopies. All of canopy design, build, erection, repair and experience, knowledge and well qualifiedcrews are fully licensed with SPA “passport maintenance – just take a look at the website. teams. Whilst this is a technical area,to work on forecourts” IPAF, PASMA mobile much of the work is carried out prior totowers, and other relevant licensing. There are a number of factors that can arrival on site, and therefore disruptionThey are members of the PEIMF and cause a canopy to leak. These range from to the site during a canopy lift is minimalAPEA and have recently been appointed a simple blocked downpipe or a hole in the for the returns offered.as approved repairers of canopies by the gutter right through to the entire canopySharma Corporation and as approved top-sheeting failing. These problems can be Insurance workscontractors for ESSO. detected and remedied by our experienced site personnel. FMS Ltd has introduced a new concept to insurance works: you phone them BUILT TO HELP YOU (not the insurance company) and they will take care of the claim for you. They will Insurance Service arrive to make your canopy safe, carrying out a full survey of the impact damage. Accident Repairs • Storm Damage They then contact your insurance company Complete Claims Handling Service with your quotation and continue to deal Commercial Insurance Broker Affiliated direct with them, allowing you to carry on with your business. This service removes Canopy Manufacture & Installation the stress and hassle from you whilst ensuring the repair is completed in a Design & Install • Service • Repairs professional and courteous manner. Gutter Replacement • Canopy Lifts You also do not need to pay anything other than VAT and any excess due Forecourt Re-imaging above the agreed quotation figure. Painting • Pump Resprays • Canopy Fascias Refreshing tired sites Pole Signs FMS Ltd are well aware that a site can come to look tired over time and offer aManufacture & Installation • Refurbishment • Re-lamping refresh service that will bring your site back up to date. Forecourt Signage Canopy sheeting can be pressure washed Manufacture & Installation • Servicing & Maintenance to look cleaner, whilst also prolonging its life (occasionally this will not be sufficient Unit 7, Hurst Farm, Lydney, Gloucestershire GL15 4LH and new sheeting can be installed at a Tel: 01594 844855 Fax: 0871 266 8301 competitive premium). Background painting and pump re-spraying meanwhile updates [email protected] • www.forecourtmaintenanceservices.co.uk the site at a relatively low cost. Signage FMS can supply and install all your signage needs. Canopy fascias are the most noticeable, however poster signs and wall and stanchion mounted signs can be important to the image of the forecourt. They recently secured approval as contractors for the ESSO Synergy image. Most forecourt issues can be resolved with one phone call to our experienced and courteous staff.Page 34 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

Case studyOut with the old, in with the newThe original canopy had been hit a couple of times.Where the structural hard edge fascias were beginningto fail the canopy was “drooping” at either end. A new canopywas recommended and works began. First job is to removethe existing canopy to make room for the new. Above: Whilst there is no canopy lid, this is also a good time to “lift” the canopy. Extended legs are attached to take the canopy a metre higher. Left: The new lid is then installed in stages: steels first, gutters, then fascias and perlins.Right: Finally the sheeting and lights andthe required liveried fascias. Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 35

Sites for sore eyesBy Deborah Preston, Pennine Pump & Tank CoPennine Pump & Tank’s dedicated skilled \"Yeah rat fans\"team have successfully been keepingBritain’s commercial fleet operatorsrefuelling for nearly 30 years. During thistime there have been many weird andwonderful sights which have horrified,amused and shocked our Engineers.So, it is with this in mind that we havethe pleasure of sharing a selection of ourfavourite mishaps from the archives.The Smash & BashWe are always shocked at the amount Time after time our engineers are called area naturally fills with rainwater. The bundof sheer destruction drivers are actually to sites where fuel dispensers have then becomes ineffective as it is alreadycapable of. This site had both fuel been mangled, twisted and sometimes full. Consequently these tanks requiredispensers wiped out, despite being on completely ripped apart by the midnight costly on-going maintenance to havea raised concrete base with a protective ‘Phantom-fueller’. By simply having a the contaminated contents continuallybarrier around them. They even managed safety break coupling fitted, a lot of emptied. What operators don’t seem toto rip the concrete up with the pump! the damage can be reduced. This can realise is that by leaving the outer tankImpressive to say the least. Remarkably save customers thousands of pounds in to fill, it puts extreme pressure on thethe damage to the pumps was relatively replacement pumps, or in costly repairs. inner tank to float. This then moves andminimal all things considered and our The inconvenience of having a dispenser damages any connecting pipes. In thisengineers had the pumps fully operational out of action puts strain on businesses too; instance, the tank was condemned to aagain within 3 hours. so don’t cut corners, fit a safety break! watery grave, and replaced with a moreCutting Corners Costs Money Float, Float On modern fully enclosed type bunded tank. Oops! We received a distress call from a security R.A.M.S – Rat And Mice Security. guard one stormy night concerning aPage 36 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 fuel tank which had ‘begun to float’. For those that have their own onsite Upon arrival we discovered that the inner fuelling facilities, most employ preventative tank was indeed suffering from a ‘slight’ theft measures such as fuel management buoyancy issue. Old style open bunded systems, tank gauges, bund alarms and tanks are always a liability as the bund theft alarms. One site visited had their own D.I.Y anti theft device in place and claimed to have never had a problem with fuel theft. We strive to exceed customers’ expectations and to resolve issues on the first visit, however due to the unsanitary conditions, and the completely inaccessible pump, it was simply unfeasible to carry out a service despite full PPE (and a peg on the nose!) this was the one & only site visit that we have ever refused to work on. When the client asked for our ‘R.A.M.S’, we said they had enough in place and left the pump to Roland and his chums. Fantastic! Please send us your horror stories, for inclusion in INSITE – Ed

Constructionfrom start to finishWhether you are building a service station from the Our local engineering teams can cover everything fromground up or renovating and upgrading existing facilities the initial site surveys to development of CAD drawingswe can provide you with a complete set of services. and specifications, pipe and tank works through to the construction of forecourts and shops, and finally to theYour own personal, dedicated project manager can look installation and commissioning of equipment.after the whole project for you from the beginning. Wewill provide you with a range of layout options for your Tokheim will be with you every step of the way to ensurenew site and we will work closely with you to manage that you have a safe, secure, modern and innovativeall the intricate environmental and safety paperwork service station that’s built to last long in to the future.required.Recent project delivered by Tokheim SolutionsBetter quality all round Visit: www.tokheimsolutions.uk | Email: [email protected] | Call: 01695 735 394 Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 37

Istobal to “first time fix”PEIMF member Istobal are determined to provide a very reliable service package and customer experience wash.They offer a 24 hour call out service with over 90% first time fix, to give maximum wash Beforequality for maximum profitability with minimum costs. Look at the facts;• 24hr call out service 364 days a year• Over 90% first time fix, less down time to customer, helping customer retention• New Esens Hyper Concentrate Chemicals for wash quality and cost effectiveness• Esens Chemical with an algaecide to help keep foam brushes clean.• \"Restyle\", refurbished wash procedure• Latest 'M' Start carwash installation\"ReStyle\" Process 1 After 2DIAGNOSIS & DISASSEMBLING 3 SURFACE TREATMENT \"ReStyle\" the second-use machine rangeASSEMBLY AND OPTIONAL EXTRAS SETTINGS AND TESTS \"ReStyle\" is born - the new range of refurbished equipment. Economical and 4 reliable machines. The trust built by ISTOBAL products goes beyond a machine's lifespan. Based on this premise, the company has launched “ReStyle” the second-use machine range. In the refurbish process, equipment parts susceptible to wear are replaced by new ones and the structure is treated in several stages, with the possibility of adding new features to the original machine. www.istobal.co.ukISTOBAL + esens® offer:Correct operation SAT ChemicalQuality assurance ProductBiodegradable (*) PERFECTConcentrate - hyper concentrate COMBINATIONPerfumeColour coded labels & products MachinesEnvironmentally friendlyAll Esens products are biodegradable,fulfilling Regulation (EC) No648/2004 and REACHPage 38 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

LP Gas UK DOES ALL THIS & MORE... Approved Supplier and Installer of Temptronix GENIUS ATC™ kits for UK retail pumps  Temperature Compensation modifications for Petrol, Diesel and LPG At MDM, we can supply and install ATC kits which are pre-configured for the  Breakdown Maintenance & Contracts pumps on your forecourt , making  LPG Calibrations installation and commissioning a  Annual AVI inspections smoother operation . We can supply for  LPG Installations nearly every pump type that is likely to  LPG Dispensers be found . Give us a call , and we will  Nationwide Coverage advise you on the best solution to get ATC retrofitted to your dispensers …TEL +44 (0)1633 274433Email [email protected] Ask about our Pay As You Save scheme, which PAYS you to have ATC retrofitted to your pumps Website www.lpgasuk.com MDM also provide Installation & Maintenance services to Retail Forecourts and Commercial Refueling installations, including :  Supply and Installation of Refurbished or NEW pumps .  Tank Gauges and Web Based GSM Telemetry  Pipework and Civils , Pump Islands , Replacement Tank Lids  Drainage Channels , Interceptors and Jet / Car Wash Bays  Pump Maintenance Contracts, Planned Maintenance visits  Grade Changes & VR Inspections plus much more………….. [email protected] TEL 01633 277277 www.mdmservices.co.uk Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 39

Gilbarco Veeder Root:Providing maintenance services for over 70 yearsGilbarco Veeder-Root has provided 2. Diagnose and repair rather than replace • We deliver services through amaintenance services to forecourts – skills matter “patched” approachin the UK since 1945. Today we arethe UK’s largest service provider for • Our focused training program and - E ngineers are patch dedicatedfuelling equipment - providing contract extensive expertise in maintainingmaintenance to over 50% of retail forecourts, ensures our engineers - S kills, tools and parts are tailored toforecourts in the UK. We have the largest diagnose root cause issues and fix the patchfootprint of field based engineers with over problems first time in the field.100 delivering maintenance, installations - E ngineer builds customer relationshipsand other value added services to ensure • We redeploy experienced field engineers and local knowledgeyour forecourt is working at its best. to the customer service centre to use their experience to screen calls. - Engineer owns the patch - “LookGilbarco Veeder-Root understands that beyond the call”uptime of fuel equipment is crucial to • We seek to eliminate NFF and look tothe dealer market. We have created a resolve calls remotely. - W e re-tune patches when conditionsdedicated dealer business unit - a team changetasked with providing the best service • We triage calls to ensure that a fieldpossible for the particular needs of the engineer is prepared for an effective call • Training and equipmentdealer market. Our dealer wervice accountmanager ensures that service delivery 3. A structured process to manage and - W e have increased the pace of trainingis achieved in a cost and time efficient reduce calls – driving uptime and re-toolingmanner and that any exceptional issuesare resolved promptly using his 20+ years • We have targets for call reduction - O ur training increasingly deliveredof experience as a field-based engineer. on-site and via “the cloud” is therefore • We identify high call sites and recurrent increasingly continuous, and deliveredNot only can we maintain your fuel issues by our technical support team and theequipment, we can install your equipment, network of Field Support Engineersrun wet-stock management services, • We organise on-site deep dives with across the UKelectrical testing, certification, compliance customers and contractorsservices and remote diagnostics. Our • Investment in the futureleasing programmes allow new equipment • We use technology to remotely identifyto be supplied, installed and maintained faults – an increasingly predictive - W e operate an apprenticeship schemefor a simple monthly fee. maintenance approach to bring new skills into the industry in order to build for the future.The pillars of our service philosophy are: • We develop options for resolution Our field teams are managed by regional1. Health, Safety and Environment 4. W e believe that people are the centre of managers, all with significant experience our service delivery and expertise in the industry, supportedOur robust HSE program is a mandatory by team leaders who drive both healthrequirement and Gilbarco Veeder-Root • One of our core values is “the Best & safety standards and the delivery ofoperate an industry leading DNV certified Team Wins”. Gilbarco Veeder-Root has service and installations to our customers.system across our organisation. We invest invested significantly in developing oursignificantly in training and resources to field resources and technical expertise www.gilbarco.comensure that we prevent personal injury, for many years.associated ill health and damage toproperty and to safeguard the welfare of - O ur engineers are empowered toour associates, customers and the general manage their activitypublic, if they come into contact withGilbarco Veeder-Root or our products.Page 40 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

UNLOCK YOUR For further enquiries contact FORECOURTS our efficient sales team today.EARNING POTENTIAL Telephone: 01942 722333• Market leaders in the supply of Email: [email protected] ancillary forecourt equipment.• Our unique REVENUE SHARE option provides you with the equipment, service and chemical at NO COST to you.• We also supply most of our equipment on a rental or sold basis.Our product range include:• Air & Air- screen wash vending machines• Jet washes• Vacuum & Vac Fragrance• Service contracts• Parts & Chemicals Supply Jackaman Insurance Services provides insurance solutions for an entire spectrum of commercial clients. Our Haztrade Select Team pride themselves on providing versatile and specialist insurance products for the petrochemical industry and connected businesses. With over 40 years’ experience in the insurance industry Jackaman Insurance Services has an extensive knowledge of the Hazardous Trade sector and can arrange targeted policies to suit your needs. As a team we can secure competitive premium levels and have access to exclusive insurers with specialist package arrangements to make sure that you get the precise professional service that you deserve. Jackaman Insurance Services is a trading name of Insurance Experts Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Finance Conduct Authority. 204 Parrock Street, Gravesend, Kent DA12 1EW www.jackamaninsurance.co.uk • Tel: 01474 326046 Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 41

AIR-Serv : for top quality service, maintainance& installation of your valeting equipmentYour partner on the road to Before Aftersuccess takes away the maintenance and cost All our engineers are fully trainedForecourts play an extraordinarily from the clients, yet provides customers in-house by the company’s efficient andimportant part in the UK retail landscape, with top quality, well maintained equipment accomplished technical team; in additionwith the sector generating more than £4bn and part of the revenues in return. our engineers also maintain onlineannually in sales - excluding fuel. This It’s a win-win principle for all!!! accreditations in accordance with Shellimpressive figure is the result of various and Tesco as well as industry standardsuccessful forecourt retail ventures, one of Service & Maintenance accreditations with TyreSafe.them being the vehicle valeting business.Across the UK & Ireland, AIR-serv In addition to supplying and installing AIR-serv’s engineering staff andmanufacture and supply a comprehensive these machines AIR-serv also ensures that installation teams are fully equipped withrange of ancillary forecourt equipment. your machine is maintained to one of the the latest phone and tablet technology,With more than 3 decades of experience, highest standards in the industry. as well as a fully tracked vehicle systemAIR-serv have successfully established AIR-serv’s maintenance and service to ensure quick response to maintain thethemselves as a market leader in the network is one of the finest in the industry company’s highest standard of first timeindustry. In addition to being the suppliers and second to none. With over 55 directly fix. The proficient and dedicated call centreand installers of forecourt equipment, deployed UKPIA accredited engineers team backs the engineers in ensuring thatAIR-serv is now a nationwide supplier of across the UK working 7 days a week, all on site issues are dealt with quicklyautomotive chemicals for car washes and you can be assured of the highest quality and efficiently. The quick response calljet washes. It delivers a unique chemical installation and maintenance service. center and tracking technology ensurestop up service to wash providers acrossthe UK - ensuring continuous uptime and After AIR-serv engineers haveimproved revenue streams. unrivalled breakdown response times. WithCustomers for Life their focus on proactive and preventativeThe key to the company’s long standing maintenance, you cansuccess is keeping their customers at the be confident that you areheart of everything they deliver. Choose getting the highest qualitythe revenue share program for instance service in the industry.- a unique arrangement where AIR-servprovide the Jet washes, Car Vacuums In this increasinglyand Air/water units for your forecourt on competitive UK market,revenue share or rental basis, which cover time and again AIR-servall the maintenance costs and provide you have managed to deliverwith a share of the revenue. The program what they promise with their diligent & proficient Before team and the desire to innovate. To get in touch, call on 01942 722333. www.air-serv.co.ukPage 42 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

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First class maintenace for over a hundred years Wayne Fueling Systems have been providing first class maintenance services to the petroleum retail industry for 125 years, working with many major customers and independents over the years. They started out as a service provider for Wayne-manufactured equipment covering warranty and ongoing customer service contracts. However, for the last 20 years they have been providing the same high quality service for all major makes and models of fuel dispensing, electronic tank gauging and driver-controlled deliver systems from 3rd party equipment suppliers. Wayne have invested heavily in field service engineer resources, the latest IT call management systems and spare parts holding, to ensure first class service to all customers. Whilst having great call attendance metrics are important, the most important thing for a customer is to have their estate operating with the minimum of downtime and having any issues resolved on the first engineer visit. Wayne are very proud of their exceptional “First Time Fix” rate and believe this separates them from competitors in the industry. Health and Safety is an intrinsic working principle within Wayne and they have all major certifications in the industry. On-site activities are closely monitored by service management teams, to ensure that all works are completed safely and do not put their staff, clients or their customers at risk. To find out more about the forecourt services Wayne can offer please, Telephone: 0131 4406810 email: [email protected] www.wayne.comJET welcomes seven new sites to its UK networkJET has welcomed seven new sites to Station in Newcastle upon Tyne, and for 35,000 litres per week. There’s alsoits network recently, five of which have Intake Developments’ Intake 11 site in been a knock on effect on shop sales,already been re-imaged with JET’s Stocksbridge, Sheffield. with an average 10 – 15% increase indistinctive brand. At the point of joining, weekly sales.these 7 sites had a combined volume of Admiral Vedamanikkam, manager of18 mlpa, but this has already increased Cressing Service Station, explains why he The decision to go with JET was an easyand further growth is predicted. chose JET; one: the deal is transparent, I really like the people and the JET forecourt imagingAlso sites in Cressing, Essex, two in “Over the past 18 months I’ve built up a is bright, fresh and eye-catching. MostSurrey, Wiltshire and Hampshire have also good relationship with the team at JET importantly though, JET’s competitive fuelsigned supply contracts with JET. and just one month since re-imaging, I’m pricing has enabled me to hold my own delighted with the way things are going. against two large supermarkets which areIn the north, JET is the supplier of choice “Fuel sales have risen sharply from located within five miles of my site.”for Penny Petroleum’s Holystone Filling 20-25,000 litres per week to nearlyPage 44 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

IN 2016 ABFAD ARE CELEBRATING OUR 20TH YEAR PROVIDING INNOVATIVE SERVICES TO INDUSTRY WHY IS TANK LINING IMPORTANT? Corrosion is the main enemy of storage tanks and pipelines, shortening their lives considerably.Abfad have developed a solvent free double Energy is added with fire and heat in the process of producingskin lining system with class 1 vacuum leak steel. This results in an imbalance of energy which naturedetection monitoring. works to reverse by releasing back the energy in the form of electrons, causing the metal to corrode and return to ironFuelvac® protects your storage tanks from oxide, or rust.all internal corrosion and provides 24/7 vacuumleak detection monitoring, allowing you more LINING STOPS CORROSION Above ground acid water process tankcontrol over your assets and greater cost lined with single skin solvent free coatingsavings on maintenance. A protective coating or lining to the tank interior will not only assist with corrosion control but also product purity.Fuelvac® can be installed in above groundand underground storage tanks of any size. The direct economic benefits include lower operating costs, fewer repairs and extended design life.Fuelvac® double skin liner is quick to installresulting in minimum down time. Proper coating application is essential to prevent discontinuities (breaks or gaps in the coating; lack of continuity), this is the reason Abfad use International Paints solvent free range of Underground storage tank double skinned coatings which can be applied at a thickness of 1mm or higher, with Abfad’s Fuelvac® lining system meaning less risk of discontinuities during application. Abfad have partnered with International Paints to offer a 15 year coating warranty as well as Abfads back to back application warranty.Please see our Fuelvac® installation and Hydrochloric Acid project presentation videos on our websiteTel: +44(0)191 543 7166 www.abfad.co.ukEmail: [email protected] w w w. s t o r a g e t a n k r e p a i r s c o m p a n y. c o m Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 45

Hytek - helping youMaintain & service your customers & their equipmentHytek have been supplying fuelling and The Hytek guarantee: our products come Free product traininglubrication equipment to industry for over with a minimum 12 months guarantee -30 years. Hytek keeps 6,000 products in many even longer at 2 years. Hytek’s Flow Meter Divisionstock ready for superfast delivery, with UK continues to groworders placed before 4pm delivered next Training: We offer free product training atday, sent direct under plain wrapper. Just our premises. Often half a day is enough Hytek launched their Flow Meter Divisionorder what you need and we send it direct to run over the dos and don’ts. back in November and continue to addto where you want it to go - saving you new product ranges. They have thetime and the need to actually stock items. Problem resolution: from a simple capability to meter, monitor, batch and “where is my parcel?” query to a fault blend many industrial liquids fromThree catalogue versions are with a product, one thing we can aggressive chemicals to more Inert productsavailable (digital or hard copy): guarantee is a solution. including diesel, petrol and Adblue®.Trade, Retail and Branded Offering a comprehensive range Customer returns system of meters, representing leading• ‘Hytek Engineered Product’ logo = Hytek manufacturers from around the world own products Log the issue, for a CR number. If the including Macnaught, Tuthill (of which product can’t be repaired a new one will they are the UK’s approved service• British flag logo = ‘Made/Assembled In be sent out immediately. Once the suspect centre) and MC Meters, to name but The UK’ unit is tested a credit will be arranged a few, together with their own AcuFlow if required. You’re kept informed at all brand of digital and mechanical meters.• ‘Hytek Quality’ logo = products bought times. Alternatively you can email With a collective knowledge of over 100 in, with changed and tested parts [email protected] years in the metering business, Hytek are here to assist with all your liquidRegister online to check prices, and lower metering needs.carriage is charged along with a lower Visit www.hytekflowmeters.com‘carriage free’ threshold when ordering or to request a copy of their catalogue,online. call Hytek on 01279 815 600. Alternatively you can emailBefore delivery: We set up many products [email protected] save the installer time on site.Technical support: We’re committed tocustomer service and are full experts inthe products we supplyMoto sign up with FairbanksMoto has recently signed a five-year contract with Fairbanks, spanning their 45 motorway servicestations in the UK. The deal comes following a very successful four month pilot programme,which demonstrated the true benefits of the Fairbanks real-time, analyst service. The transitionof the Moto network on to the new service went smoothly, was completed within the agreed timeframe and now all of the Moto sites are protected 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Margaret Erwin, Head of Forecourts for Moto said “I was particularly impressed with Fairbanks’attention to detail which ensured that the pilot ran smoothly and helped us make the decision toaward the contract to Fairbanks.”Matthew Lloyd, Regional Manager, Fairbanks commented “Moto place particular emphasis onhealth and safety compliance and we are confident that through our meticulous monitoring oftheir sites, we will help them to deliver.\"Page 46 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

Fuel Pumps• A full range of pumps and dispensers ✦ Pressure or suction ✦ Commercial or resale ✦ Slow or fast (or even faster)• Genuine branded components for reliability and accuracy• Built to the industry’s highest standards• Minimum supported life-span of ten years• Six year bodywork warrantyFUEL MONITORING SYSTEMS FUEL PUMPS FUEL TANKS TANK GAUGES MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE Sales Service & Support Sales: 01902 350 700 Service: 01902 350 701Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Works, Lower Walsall Street, Horseley Fields, Wolverhampton, WV1 2EU www.merridale.co.uk Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 47

Definitions of ATEX requirements and Zones: Diesel fuel storageOLE U.K Ltd have recently joined as a member of the PEIMF. With the on-going confusion over ATEXrequirements, here M.D Nick Lambourn offers his take on the situation.As a UK manufacturer of electronic tank Various sources have tried to place time If the answer is yes to either, then the areagauges, we have always considered diesel limits on to these zones, but none have will require ATEX Zone considerations.and gasoil to be relatively non-hazardous. been officially adopted. The most commonRecent changes in legislation now appear values used are: If the Answer is no to 1, and no to 2 and 3,to put diesel in the same category as then your risk assessment results in thekerosene - it will add cost to the end user • Zone 0: Explosive atmosphere for more area being classified as Zone 2, or possiblyfrom a hardware, and administration point than 1000h/yr safe area (Zone 2 if you cannot guaranteeof view. leaks cannot occur in the area.) • Zone 1: Explosive atmosphere for moreSo what does this mean? Do we all have to than 10, but less than 1000 h/yr There have been a few questions seekinguse ATEX approved hardware when working clarification of ATEX Zone areas.with diesel? The following review will • Zone 2: Explosive atmosphere for lesshopefully clarify the situation. than 10h/yr, but still sufficiently likely as Zone definition to require controls over ignition sources.If you ask the Environment Agency, they Zone definition is the same for any product,advise you consider the Oils Storage Where people wish to quantify the zone based on gaseous atmosphere andregulations, and cannot help with regards definitions, these values are the most flammability of products, gas, liquidto zone areas. appropriate, but for the majority of or dust. situations a purely qualitative approachHazardous area classification and control should be adequate. A measurement device or a pump in theof ignition sources are dealt with by the bottom of a tank must be zone certifiedHealth and Safety Executive. HSE say; So we suggest our customers perform a for a full or empty tank and it does not brief risk assessment of the site / tank matter if the item is in vapour or product.Hazardous areas are classified into zones, area based on the following 3 questions. If a spark can cause an ignition then thisbased on an assessment of the frequency equipment must be certified for Zone 0/1of the occurrence and duration of an For diesel to have an ATmosphere in vapour and when submerged mostexplosive gas atmosphere, as follows: EXplosive (ATEX) there needs to be a would specify Zone 0. temperature in excess of 52 degrees C andHazardous zones the product must be in misting form, such Deciding whether your site / installation as a pin hole in a hose, a leak in a pipe join requires ATEX zone approved equipmentZone 0: An area in which an explosive gas gasket or a badly fitting threaded joint. comes down to an informed riskatmosphere is present continuously or for assessment.long periods; So the risk assessment questions are: The ATEX zoning system produces differentZone 1: An area in which an explosive gas 1. Is the product in this storage vessel likely results for varying liquids, gasses & dusts.atmosphere is likely to occur in normal to ever reach or exceed its flash point?operation; Petrol has a flash point of - 43 Degrees C 2. What is the likelihood that there will beZone 2: An area in which an explosive gas a misting leak for more than 10 hr/ year Kerosene has a flash point of + 38 Degrees Catmosphere is not likely to occur in normal in the area that you are considering foroperation and, if it occurs, will only exist for zone control? Diesel has a flash point of + 52 Degrees Ca short time. 3. Are there any other stored products or So what does this mean to us all? equipment that require ATEX Control Zone areas nearby? Consider the risk review once more, and look at the temperature of stored and delivered diesel. In the last 11 years of installing gauging systems with temperature measurement, we have never seen stored diesel exceed 33 degrees C within the United Kingdom. In Singapore however we have seen 45 degrees C and Australia, however we are about the same. Every case should be reviewed on an individual basis. OLE Offer ATEX Zone 2 tank gauges and standard tank gauges If we can be of further assistance please call Nick Lambourn 01243 267 930 www.oleuk.com • [email protected] 48 • Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72

COLD FUEL EATS MARGINS.GENIUS ATCTM IS THE FIX.A UNIVERSAL SOLUTIONthat plugs into most pump models quickly for little downtimeA FRACTION OF THE COSTof installing a new pump already equipped with ATCTHOUSANDS RUNNING PROBLEM FREEin the UK, Ireland and Europe for yearsW W W.T E MP T RONI X .CA Storage Tank Solutions• From 500 to 200,000 litre capacity• Single or multi-compartment• Diesel, Gas Oil and AdBlue• One of the UK’s leading suppliers of above-ground storage tank systems• Fully compliant with Environment Agency specifications• Fitted with Merridale fuel pumps and management systemsFUEL MONITORING SYSTEMS FUEL PUMPS FUEL TANKS TANK GAUGES MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE Sales Service & Support Sales: 01902 350 700 Service: 01902 350 701Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Works, Lower Walsall Street, Horseley Fields, Wolverhampton, WV1 2EU www.merridale.co.uk Insite Autumn 2016 • Issue 72 • Page 49

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