Husky Unveils New Easy-to-Squeeze Fuel Nozzle Lever

Have you ever been at the gas pump trying to get exactly $10.00 worth of fuel, not $10.01, because you only have a ten dollars in your pocket? With conventional fuel nozzle levers, that can be a little like watching the wheel stop at the number just next to yours on the roulette table.

The impact of getting a precise amount of fuel dispensed has elevated importance where full service stations are still the norm, like in China for example. In some cases, gas attendants who dispense too much fuel have to make up the difference out of their own pockets. In the U.S. where self-service is by far the normal practice, squeezing an ordinary fuel lever can present problems for individuals with conditions like arthritis in their hands.

EZ Lever 

Engineers at Husky Corporation are introducing a new product that makes re-fueling vehicles easy by requiring approximately half the force to begin dispensing fuel compared to a standard fuel nozzle lever. 

EZ Lever features a unique two-piece design to open the poppet, or main fuel nozzle valve, with approximately five pounds of force. Standard single-piece levers require 10 pounds of force or more to begin dispensing fuel. As a result, EZ Lever adheres to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines. The design also permits exceptional fingertip control that allows purchases to be rounded off to the exact desired amount.

“EZ Lever is an excellent solution for anyone who has difficulty squeezing a standard fuel nozzle lever,” said Zach Holcomb, Husky Design Engineer. “By changing the fulcrum point, less force is required to get fuel flowing. At the same time it provides a great degree of control over the amount of fuel being dispensed at normal operating pressures.”

 

Positive Feedback in Test Markets

 

EZ Lever has received positive feedback from test sites in Asian markets, where fuel is more expensive and is widely dispensed at full-service operations. Fuel attendants appreciate the ease of operation and precise dispensing made possible by EZ Lever.

 

When used on Husky Model X nozzles, fuel flow will be identical to nozzles equipped with a one piece lever. Fuel pumped with EZ Lever on Model V34 nozzles will flow 1.5 to 2 gpm more than with a one piece lever at 10 psi back pressure. 

Contact Husky Corporation at 800-325-3558 for a demonstration or more information.

Fully Pre-assembled, Factory-tested, DEF Compatible Hanging Hardware Components Now Available with Two Nozzle Options

 

DEF Hanging Hardware Solution: New Husky DEF EZ-Connect

Husky Corporation, the leader in developing innovative American-made fuel nozzles, Safe-T-Breaks® and accessories, introduces the perfect hanging hardware solution for the growing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) market. The DEF EZ-Connect is a pre-assembled, fully tested hanging hardware solution that provides fuel marketers all the components needed to deliver DEF from new dispensers or to replace existing components. 

http://www.husky.com/husky/ez-connect/ 

“The DEF EZ-Connect simplifies bulk dispensing by providing a turnkey solution. That includes the nozzle, hose assembly, Safe-T-Break®, whip hose, and even a swivel if that is desired,” said Husky Corporation Product Design Engineer Brian Wolff.  “Our team puts it all together and tests it before the hanging hardware package leaves our manufacturing facilities.” 

Available with X DEF or Polymer DEF Nozzles

All EZ-Connect components are manufactured by Husky, professionally thread-inspected according to established standards, and then pressure-tested to assure safety and top performance. DEF EZ-Connect is available according to customer specifications: 

Ø  DEF EZ-Connect Nozzle Options

o   New X DEF Automatic Nozzle

§  ¾ inch connections

§  ¾ inch single plane DEF swivel

§  Splash Guard

 

 

o   Polymer DEF Automatic Nozzle

§  ¾ inch connections

§  Splash Guard

 

 

Ø  Nine-foot, ¾ inch Softwall DEF dispensing hose

Ø  Nine-inch, ¾ inch Softwall whip hose

Ø  DEF Safe-T-Break® 

“We are pleased to offer these professionally assembled packages to make DEF dispensing as simple and reliable as possible,” said Husky Corporation Product Engineer Roger Wiersma. 

Every DEF EZ-Connect hanging hardware solution is backed by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Please contact Husky Corporation toll-free at 800-325-3558 or at the Husky Corporation web site for more information.

 

 

 

 

Fluid Line Repair Kit Supplier S.U.R.&.R. Serves the Growing Automotive Aftermarket Industry

Husky Corporation has completed the asset acquisition of S.U.R.&R. of Akron, Ohio, a leading supplier of fuel, brake, air conditioning and transmission fluid line repair kits, along with specialty tools used within the automotive aftermarket industry. The acquisition is part of Husky Corporation’s strategy as the industry leader in petroleum dispensing nozzles and related equipment to serve customer needs in the broader transportation sector.

 

“Husky is excited to be part of future growth in the fluid transfer business,” said Husky Corporation President Grenville Sutcliffe. “The S.U.R.&R. product line features the right combination of high quality and exceptional value that our customers have grown to expect.”

Products for the Automotive Aftermarket

S.U.R.&R. was founded in 2000 by Joseph Wathey who developed innovative technology to provide fuel line replacement kits that are safe, easy to use and reduce repair costs. The company expanded its offering to include kits for repairing and replacing air conditioning, brake, coolant, and transmission lines as well as specialty tools including brake line flaring tools, fuel injection cleaners, fuel pressure testers, hose clamp kits, and brake bleeder removal kits. Additional information can be found at http://www.surrauto.com/about.html

 

“I feel very comfortable that Husky will take our product line to a new level,” said Mr. Wathey, who will serve as an advisor facilitating the transition and for new product innovations. “S.U.R.&R. complements Husky’s diverse offerings quite well.”

 

“The automotive aftermarket is a new channel, but is adjacent to the business sectors where we operate,” said Husky Corporation Executive Vice President Brad Baker. “This acquisition will allow us to further leverage our manufacturing and back office capabilities.”

 

Within the past six years, Husky has acquired BJE (oil and lube products) and Hewitt (aviation fueling products). In addition, the company has formed strategic partnerships or alliances with Benecor (DEF dispensing and storage solutions), Enevo (logistics optimization systems) and RS (liquid loading arms).

 

For more information, contact Brad Baker 636-825-7212.

New Diesel Exhaust Fluid Nozzle Makes Dispensing More Economical

Husky Corporation Unveils the X DEF Nozzle for Retail and Commercial Customers

PACIFIC, MO – Husky Corporation has introduced a new version of its highly successful “X” family of nozzles for safe and economical dispensing of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). The X DEF Nozzle contains all of the model’s standard functionality and features, coupled with components compatible with dispensing urea-based DEF, which can be corrosive to aluminum and other materials.

 

 

The X DEF Nozzle contains 100 percent ISO-recognized DEF-compatible components including Stainless Steel spout, polymers and O-ring materials.  The nozzle contains an automatic shut-off feature, Husky’s Streamshaper® to reduce splash back, a three-notch hold open clip lever, and a plastic handguard design. Even with those features the X DEF is lighter and less expensive than comparable DEF nozzles.

 

 

“Many DEF nozzles can be quite expensive because of the materials required to handle it. But we have found a way to bridge the gap with a fully functional version of Husky’s most popular nozzle that reduces the cost to dispense DEF,” said Husky Corporation Product Engineer Roger Wiersma.

 

The Husky X DEF nozzle is made with UL recognized components. It is offered with three-quarter NPT or BSPP thread. It is ideal for retail outlets and commercial customers including vehicle dealerships, repair shops, oil change facilities, fleet-service centers and other locations that regularly dispense DEF from bulk tanks or above ground storage systems.

 

To learn more about the X DEF Nozzle and all the other Husky Corporation Diesel Exhaust Fluid dispensing products call the company toll-free 800-325-3558.

On Site Environmental Chamber Takes Product Testing to a New Level

Husky Corporation recently installed a state-of-the art environmental chamber at its production headquarters in Pacific, Missouri. Nozzles, swivels and other fueling products can be subjected to extreme temperatures, ranging from +185 degrees to -85 Fahrenheit, in an effort to make sure the products are constantly improving.

This short video shows how it works.

 

Engineers wanted to replicate, and even surpass, the conditions safety regulators put in place when they test products. To learn more about Husky Corporation's quality processes, contact the company directly at 800-325-3558 or husky.com



New Resources Available to Prevent Misfueling in General Aviation

The consequences of placing the incorrect grade or type of fuel in an aircraft are very serious. This situation is referred to as "misfueling". In General Aviation (GA), where the majority of aircraft are fueled over-the-wing, there is a significant risk of misfueling which can lead to vapor lock, ignition failure or total engine failure. However, following proper safety measures will prevent potential disaster. 

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has launched the "Safety 1st Misfueling Prevention Program: Awareness Training for Line Service Professionals, FBO Managers, Customer Service Representatives and Pilots".  

http://nata.aero/Education-and-Training/Misfueling-Prevention-Program.aspx 

The program includes short videos that provide education about simple steps that can be taken to prevent misfuelings. A quiz follows the video presentation, after which individuals who pass can print a certificate of completion. NATA says the program is not intended to be a comprehensive training program, which must be completed before individuals attempt to fuel an aircraft. But it covers essential elements that serve as a good primer for those in each outlined job category.

The “Big Three”

NATA focuses on what it calls the Big Three items required to get the right fuel into aircraft every time: Proper fuel orders, the use of selective spouts, and grade verification.  

Let's take a moment to focus on spouts. Industry standards and best practices require that selective spouts be installed on all aviation overwing nozzles, which in essence are designed to prevent jet fuel from being inadvertently put into aircraft requiring Avgas.  

The Jet A Wide Oval Spout, also known as duckbill or J-Spout, is designed so it cannot be placed into most fuel openings for Avgas powered aircraft. However, some Avgas aircraft may not have restricted size filler ports. Other exceptions potentially include helicopters.  So the selective spouts only provide a layer of protection against misfueling; they are not fail-safe. It is up to the ground fuel handler to make sure they have covered the big three fueling checks before dispensing the fuel into the aircraft.  There are no exceptions to these checks. 

One interesting point of the NATA online presentation is that if you want to use jet fuel, but need to use a round spout, the round spout can only be used temporarily. And it must be immediately removed after use.  This is a very important practice to prevent any mistakes during the next refueling.

Additional Safety Practices

One additional layer of protection that is found in the field for Aviation nozzles is the use of colored nozzle handles. Black handles are in place for nozzles using Jet fuel. Red handles depict nozzles that dispense Avgas. Hewitt always asks customers about the type of fuel to be dispensed and the handle-color required before orders for nozzles are entered.   

An additional resource with detailed information on preventing misfuelings is NATA Safety 1st eToolKit which is available at the following link.

http://nata.aero/data/files/safety%201st%20documents/etoolkit/safety1st%20etoolkit_24_%20jul-aug%202006.pdf.

Information on Husky /Hewitt nozzles can be found at  www.husky.com.  Be sure to check out our Osprey and Eagle Nozzles.