Daily Flow Monitoring Maximizes Site Efficiency Using Existing TLS-350R and Dispenser Equipment

March 21, 2005

Fuel retailers now have a new tool to help prevent low gasoline flow rates from eating into profits. Daily Flow Monitoring, a new on-line service now available from Gilbarco Veeder-Root, leverages installed Veeder-Root TLS automatic tank gauges along with most dispenser brands to measure daily flow rates for an entire fueling network. Daily Flow Monitoring data enables site operators to precisely measure flow and low flow occurrences so they can take corrective action before flow problems impact gasoline sales.

"Daily Flow Monitoring helps retailers maximize profitability in two ways," explains FMS Marketing Manager Greg Sears. "First, it helps make sure each fueling position is operating at peak flow for maximum throughput. And just as important, it helps operators reduce maintenance costs by changing dispenser filters only when needed, instead of at arbitrary pre-scheduled intervals, which can be wasteful and unnecessary."

A simple startup kit is all that's required for retailers to initiate Daily Flow Monitoring. The system relies on existing technology contained in TLS tank gauges, then applies sophisticated algorithms, along with data supplied by fuel dispensers to provide easy-to-read daily flow reports.

Daily Flow Monitoring provides daily flow reporting by fueling position and grade. It also generates automatic e-mail alerts if any fueling position's flow rate slips below the retailers' pre-designated threshold. "With this level of flow rate management capability," Sears adds, "Retailers can enjoy more uptime with maximum flow rates even during peak flow periods. This adds up to better profits and greater customer satisfaction."

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