EVO™ ONE helps operators maintain compliance, protect their sites from leaks, and stay connected to vital inventory data anytime, anywhere.
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The UL CableTight™ System is a watertight electrical conduit solution engineered for exceptional durability and flexibility, thriving in the toughest underground environments. The system employs continuous runs of flexible High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) conduit with press-fit connectors to facilitate fast, accurate, and watertight conduit installation that's built to last.
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Aging fuel monitoring systems pose a growing challenge for retail fuel marketers with obsolete Automatic Tank Gauge consoles and components no longer supported by manufacturers. OEMs are encouraging station operators to just replace the console, leaving aging probes, sensors, and wiring in place. This simplified approach may seem cost-effective, but it comes with risks:
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You can generally look to a few electrical specifications of the selected chargers to appropriately size the required switchgear. A good place to start is to figure out the required circuit breaker sizes to be included in the switchgear. You will need to figure out what you need for both the individual branch circuit breakers for each charger and the main circuit breaker.
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People new to the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry may find the DC fast charging ecosystem complex. Let's examine the required equipment, utility infrastructure, and the process of charging an EV with a DC fast charger.
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Charging an electric vehicle (EV) is a complex interaction involving sophisticated site infrastructure and advanced vehicle systems. This process requires a seamless communication exchange between the EV and the charger to optimize charging parameters such as speed and energy transfer.
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A circuit breaker is an electrical safety device designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overcurrent conditions.
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To charge their batteries, EVs need to connect to a power source that can deliver a certain amount of energy over a certain period of time. But what is the difference between power and energy, and why does it matter for EV charging?
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With so many new EV charging business development opportunities, the EV infrastructure industry is seeing an explosion in the growth of new people entering the space. However, the ecosystem of EV fast charging sites can be complex and overwhelming to understand for those new to it.
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Fuel equipment maintenance is a significant expense for C-stores. A single corrosion-related maintenance and repair can range anywhere from $1,200 for a simple dispenser filter change, all the way to $2,000 or more for the replacement of a critical device like a dispenser meter. The rapid growth of accelerated corrosion...
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According to J.D. Power’s 2021 Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study, 43% of EV driver respondents had encountered broken public charging stations. Up to 25% of public U.S. EV chargers are out of operation at any given time, with these outages often going undetected until a technician is physically present. Outages...
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In order to meet automaker requirements for the continued sale of EVs, auto dealerships across the country are gearing up to install Level 2 and Level 3 (DC Fast) EV chargers. With most automakers issuing tight time frames to install these EV chargers by the beginning of 2024, dealers are...
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As fueling stations continue to evolve to meet changing consumer demands they’ve increased in size and volume. As part of that, marketers are now depending on their pump controllers more than ever. Today, some stations need their pump controller to be able to deliver consistent flow rates, adjust to changes...
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Without proper flow rate monitoring, marketers can face significant problems that can affect their bottom line and reputation. Petroleum marketers and distributors play a crucial role in the fueling industry by ensuring that fuel is delivered safely, efficiently, and accurately to their customers, but what happens when it’s not?
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The U.S. has known for roughly two decades that it would eventually face a shortage of skilled electricians. Unfortunately, the shortage is hitting just as the National Electric Vehicle Investment (NEVI) program kickstarts the deployment of tens of thousands of electric vehicle (EV) chargers nationwide. As a result, the industry...
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Electric vehicle (EV) ownership is on the rise in the U.S., but consumer surveys suggest that the EV charging experience needs to improve to address the lingering concerns of buyers. EV owners are worried about being able to reach their destinations, according to J.D. Power’s 2021 Electric Vehicle Experience ownership...
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The electric vehicle (EV) charging industry is poised for rapid growth in 2023. However, the industry will need to overcome two challenges – one set by legislators and another inherent to the market. EV Charger operators will need to find a solution to increase uptimes and deploy infrastructure rapidly. In this 5-minute read, we explore these challenges and how the NexPhase™ can help overcome them.
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While the EVO™ Series is capable of automating and streamlining so many fuel system and business processes for marketers, interacting directly with the user interface remains a routine operation for store personnel, technicians, and maintenance teams. Let’s take a look at the top 5 user interface features that marketers say makes EVO™ Series the industry’s most intuitive.
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NexPhase™ Smart EV Switchgear is an all-in-one turnkey switchgear solution which contains the entire infrastructure required between the utility service and up to four 150 kW Level 3 DC fast chargers. Unlike any switchgear of its kind, the NexPhase™ Smart EV Switchgear features cutting-edge grid intelligence for switchgear and EV charger remote monitoring and control.
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A switchgear is a critical component of DC fast charging infrastructure which is composed of electrical panels with the task of receiving, distributing, and protecting the site’s power. Traditionally, these post-and-frame switchgear systems are comprised of multiple mixed-manufacturer electrical panels including breakers panels, a current transformer (CT) cabinet, and transformers....
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