Summer 2015 Teeco Topics

Serving the Western US Since 1946
Topics
July - Aug - Sept 2015
News, Information and Products for the LP-Gas Equipment Professional
UL Listed Dispensers
IPS-9899KX Commercial Single Side Load Dispenser
It was great seeing so many of our industry friends at the Western
Propane Convention in Reno! Be sure to mark your calendars for
next year’s event: May 12-14, 2016 in Reno, NV.
Thanks to all who participated in this year’s Silent Auction. By
donating and bidding on items, you helped raise $12,960 for the
WPERC Scholarship Fund! Way to go! Visit our website at www.
teecoproducts.com for a complete list of this year’s generous
Silent Auction donors.
We hope you’ll enjoy seeing some pictures from the Convention
and from Teeco’s Friday Evening Hospitality Suite on pages 4 & 5.
If you’d like to see these pictures (and our entire newsletter) in
glorious technicolor, sign up for our email version of Teeco Topics. Simply email [email protected] with the subject: Teeco
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Check out even more photos in the Western Propane Convention 2015 Album on Teeco’s Facebook page. www.facebook.
com/TeecoProductsInc.
See Inside
NEW! Gasboy UL Listed Dispensers ..................... Page 1
Bob’s Corner ...................................................... Page 2
NEW! Products from RegO .................................. Page 3
Western Propane Convention Collage . .......... Pages 4-5
Engineering, Fabrication & Repair Services . ...... Page 6
NEW! 2-Stage Regulators ................................... Page 7
NEW! Air Controlled Cylinder Inverter................. Page 8
What Is This Product?......................................... Page 8
Features:
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Liquid Controls MA4 5-40 GPM electronic temperature
compensated meter
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Tri-Pod break-away/shear valve
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Explosion-proof electric
solenoid valve
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Pulse out to communicate with
a fuel management system
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Custom graphics
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Stainless steel panels
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Hose retractor with hose
support
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All units test pumped and
calibrated prior to shipment
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Hose, pullaway and fill nozzle
sold separately
IPS-9899KXD Dual Commercial Side Load Dispenser
Features:
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Dual side loading (hose connections on both sides of the
unit for filling 2 vehicles at a time)
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Dual Liquid Controls MA4 5-40 GPM electronic Temperature
compensated meters
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Tri-Pod break-away/shear valve
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Explosion-proof electric
solenoid valve
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Pulse out to communicate with
a fuel management system
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Custom graphics
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Stainless steel panels
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Hose retractor with hose
support
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All units are test pumped and
calibrated prior to shipment
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Hose, pullaway and fill nozzle
sold separately
Quality LP Gas Products from a Company You Can Trust
Bob’s Corner
TEECO Topics is published four times yearly by TEECO
Products, Inc. as a service to our customers. 3,000
copies are distributed to customers and selected LPG
industry leaders.
By Bob Bailey
Executive VP of Operations, COO
Teeco Products, Inc.
Hard to believe but this year is halfway
gone. I guess time really does fly when
we are having fun. I am probably like a lot
of you. When I went to work in this industry in 1975, I was in college and intended
to move on upon graduation. Now here I
am 40 years later. There is just something
about this business that gets in your blood.
It could be the opportunity to learn; there
is never a day that I don’t learn something.
It could be the opportunity of employment;
you will never be out of a job in this industry
and could find one in any state. But what
it really is for me, is the people. Over the
years, I have been able to not only have
business relationships but true friendships
with our Customers and Vendors. I told
someone once, if all your friends are customers and vendors, then you are truly doing a good job.
This month’s Teeco Topics has a lot of new
products for you to investigate and expand
your knowledge... I hope that if you were
Executive Vice President & COO
Bob Bailey
Vice President of Administration & CFO
out West in May, that you had an opportunity to join us at the WPGA convention.
I personally want to thank all the Vendors
who generously donated products for the
silent auction and also thank those of you
who purchased those items. We have
listed all of the Vendors who generously
donated on our website, so please go to
www.teecoproducts.com and take note
to thank everyone for their investment in
all our futures through the Silent Auction
which helps fund the WPERC scholarship
fund. If you missed the WPGA convention
this year, make sure to check out all the
pictures from the tradeshow and our hospitality room (I guess what happens in Reno
doesn’t stay in Reno, Sorry!) and make
sure to mark your calendar for next May, so
you can come see all of your friends.
Thanks,
Bob Bailey
Gary Childress
General Manager of Operations & Fabrication
Jay Stephens
Marketing Manager
Mary Clements
Regional Sales Manager, Central/Southern
California, Nevada and Arizona
Dave Cox
Operations Manager, Sacramento, CA
Tom Valverde
Regional Sales Manager, Pacific Northwest/
Northern California
Dave Drimmel
Operations Manager, Auburn, WA
Charles Banks
Regional Sales Manager, Rocky Mountains
Dana Hall
Operations Manager, Rapid City, SD
Dean Travis
Engineering, Construction & Fabrication
Manager
Paul Connelly
TEECO Corporate Headquarters
Inside
Jay Stephens began working at Teeco in March 2007 as Fabrication
Manager. He was promoted to Manager of Fabrication & Engineering
in 2009, and to his current position of General Manager of Operations
and Fabrication in 2012. He now oversees the Fabrication, Engineering and Truck Inspection & Repair departments, as well as the day to day operations of
Teeco’s branches.
Jay came to Teeco from AmeriGas, where he began working in December 1979, back in
the Cal-Gas days. At Cal-Gas and AmeriGas he filled bottles, served as Market Manager,
and everything in between - starting in Sacramento, and working in Jackson, Angels
Camp, Livermore, Santa Cruz, and Central Sierra Foothills as Area Market Manager; then
back to Sacramento with Teeco.
He comes from a long line of LP-Gas Industry members. Jay’s Grandfather, Bud Warney
Rogers; Father, Jim Stephens; Uncle, Robert Rogers; Father-In-Law, Porter Guinn Sr.;
Mother-In-Law, Carmen Connie Guinn; Brother-In-Law, Porter Guinn Jr.; and Wife, Susan
Guinn-Stephens are all Industry alumni.
Besides hanging out with propane people, Jay enjoys mountain biking, golfing and
volunteering for the non-profit foundation, Running for Rhett, in honor of his Godson
Rhett, who died of Cerebral Palsy at the age of 7. Each year, the foundation raises tens
of thousands of dollars to help provide after-school fitness programs for children in
Sacramento area schools.
16881 Armstrong Avenue
Irvine, CA 92606
800-854-3463
or 949-261-6295
FAX 888-854-3463
or 949-474-8663
Sales and Service
TEECO Sacramento, CA Superstore
Sales, Fabrication, Engineering & Construction
7471 Reese Road
Sacramento, CA 95828
800-225-6621 or 916-688-3535
FAX: 888-225-6621 or 916-689-1219
TEECO Rapid City, SD
414 E. Blvd. N.
Rapid City, SD 57701
800-843-8660 or 605-342-2802
FAX 888-843-8660 or 605-342-4942
TEECO Auburn, WA
1601 Pike Street N.W.
Auburn, WA 98001
800-426-9456 or 253-735-0222
FAX 888-426-9456 or 253-735-1008
Website: www.teecoproducts.com
e-mail: [email protected]
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NEW! from
8546G & 8546T
Fully Internal “Pop-Action” ASME
3/4” Pressure Relief Valves for
Motor Fuel Containers
PT6542 & PT 6543 Series
DOT & ASME Multivalves for
Vapor Withdrawal with Presto-Tap
A7914A
SF7647V Series
2” FNPT x 3 1/4”
ACME Low Emission Hose End Valve
for Loading Bobtails & Transports
Combination Filler & Overfill
Protection Device (OPD)
Low Emission Series
NEW! Lower Emission Valves with #72 Orifice
D9107K8A
Series
D9101D-D9101R
D9102D-D9102R
Series
D6555D-D6555R
D8555DL-D8555D-D8555R
Series
DPT9102D-DPT9102R
Series
D9103
Series
3165D-3165DFT
Series
DP8475RL
Series
Field Advisory: 3121 Unloading Adapter and L7579 Filler Valve
RegO has recently become aware of two reports of the 3121 unloading adapter being used to remove product from LPG containers with
L7579 Low Emission Filler Valves installed. In these instances,when connecting the 3121 unloading valve to the L7579 filler valve, a release
of product took place. This was caused when connecting the 3121 (in closed position); the stem made contact with the low emission filler
valve seat disc, which causes movement of the seat disc without turning the handwheel. The Installation and Operation instructions for
RegO’s 3121 unloading adapter lists the filler valves it can be used with and it does not list the new low emission filler valves.
RegO intends to modify the 3121 adapter to accommodate low emission filler valves. An announcement will be made soon regarding this
modification.
Please be advised not to use the 3121 unloading adapter with RegO’s low emission filler valves. Instead, use RegO’s 3119A or
3120 series with the low emission filler valves.
Please share this advisory with all personnel and customers. If you have any questions, you can contact your Teeco Representative or Ed
Miller at RegO Products 336-446-7265.
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Check out more photos from the 2015 Western Propane Convention at: www.Facebook.com/TeecoProductsInc.
While you’re there, be sure to hit the Like button, and follow Teeco to keep up with our latest news & events!
How Can We Help You?
NEW! Black Winter Tough Gloves
Tough enough to withstand freezing winter temperatures.
Engineering, Design & Construction Services
In cold applications that require dexterity, these gloves
provide an excellent grip,
as well as insulation for
warmth and comfort.
Teeco Products offers a complete range of services for the LPGas Industry. From engineering to design & construction, we are
committed to excellence in our work.
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Bulk LP-Gas storage facilities
Commercial and industrial LP-Gas systems
Back-up energy systems and facilities
Engine fuel dispenser systems
Transshipment terminals for railroad tank cars and truck
transportation
Retail LP-Gas service facilities
Repels oil, grease and dirt.
NEW!
Item #
Description
9813M
Black Winter Tough Glove, Medium
9813L
Black Winter Tough Glove, Large
Propane Cylinder Decals
Meet all new requirements for cylinder decals
Dispensers & Dispenser/Tank Packages
Teeco offers a variety of dispenser options with your choice of
pump, meter and more...
NEW!
D60BI
Propane Cylinder Decal with Your Custom Information
When ordering, please specify your text, exactly as you would like
it printed on the decal. Up to 4 lines available.
Take advantage of quantity discounts!
Truck Inspection & Repair Services
D60B
Teeco offers a complete range of LP gas equipment, repair and
inspection services at its Sacramento, California Superstore.
Propane Cylinder Decal w/o Customization
DOT Registered for Certified Inspection & Repair Services of:
• Piping, Pumping and Metering systems
• Hose reels
• Hose assemblies that meet
D.O.T. requirements
• Fabrication
• Changeovers
• D.O.T. approved remote shutoff
systems
D60E
Propane Cylinder Decal
Inspection & Repair of:
Bobtails - Cylinder Trucks - Service
Trucks - Crane Trucks - And More
Call for more information or for a quote on your next project
800-225-6621 or 916-688-3535
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State Inspector Training at Teeco
Products & Kamps Propane
Two-Stage Regulators
NEW!
High Capacity Two-Stage Auto Changeover Regulator
#108263
Working with Don Cook, Principle Safety Engineer of the Department
of Industrial Relations (DIR), Pressure Vessels Unit (PVU) in May,
Teeco Products Sacramento and Kamps Propane Sacramento hosted
over 50 California State Inspectors and Insurance Industry members
for a day of training on various aspects of Propane Equipment.
Hands-on LPG training was led by Rob Scott of the Western Propane
Gas Association, Bob Bailey of Teeco Products, and the PVU’s Associate Safety Engineers Pete Schoch, Micah Davidian, and Mike White.
Rob Scott covered Basic Propane Functions & Equipment, Bob Bailey
discussed Dispensing Units, Pete Schoch talked about Bobtails, Micah Davidian explained Dispenser Plumbing, and Mike White covered
Bulk Plants.
The group was able to see an open cross section of a propane tank
to understand how the internal valves function; see how a propane
delivery truck is used; discuss the installation requirements of bulk
LPG storage in 30,000 gallon vessels; and actually touch the various
valves and fittings that are usually not accessible when installed.
This type of training is extremely beneficial to the Inspectors because
it helps them to gain a better understanding of propane equipment and
our Industry’s emphasis on safety, which also helps our Industry as
a whole.
Counter Display: Soft Set Thread Sealant
Save $$ when purchasing this handy display pack.
General purpose
Pliable in extreme temps
Non-hardening
Non-separating
Non-toxic
Use on metals & most plastics
Not for use with oxygen
Made in the USA
SS08-CD
Applications: Propane, Natural Gas, Butane, Gasoline, Kerosene, Diesel Oil, Water, Steam
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Ensures continuous gas flow, automatically
changing from the exhausted service cylinder to the full reserve cylinder. Reaches
upwards of 200 SCFH (500,000 BTU’ P/H)
while still maintaining pressure of 9” W.C.
or above.
Gauge indicator pre-warns consumer that
tank pressure is decreasing, and they are
starting to run out of propane.
Includes (2) Inverted Flare Inlets and 2nd Stage Cover
• 500,000 BTU P/H Capacity
• Sturgi-Warn Indicator Technology Shows earlier Decrease in Tank Pressure Indicating Low Fuel Level
• Top View Indicator for Tanks with Protective Covers
• High Flow Second Stage Design allows High Flow at
Very Low Tank Pressures
• Ergonomic Switchover Lever
• Certified to UL144
Two-Stage Regulator #108220
The new M.B. Sturgis Two Stage Regulator has surpassed all competition in the
RV market. This regulator is the “straightthrough” version of the new Auto Changeover Regulator and also has the highest flow
capacity in the Class A, B & C market place.
The high flow rate and ability to maintian 9”
W.C. pressure at extremely high flow rates
ensures that all the appliances on the coach
can easily function and run a standby generator without losing gas pressure.
The Two Stage Regulator performs the same pressure reducing function of a single stage low pressure regulator, except
that it does so in two stages. The first stage reduces cylinder
pressure to 10PSI and sends it to the second stage where it is
reduced to 11” W.C. Because the pressure is reduced in two
stages, and because the second stage receives a consistent
inlet pressure, the regulator provides a very even, efficient
flow of gas.
Item #
Description
108263
High Capacity Two-Stage Auto Changeover Regulator
108263-MBS
High Capacity Two-Stage Auto Changeover Regulator
(Boxed)
108220
Two-Stage Regulator
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Corporate Office
16881 Armstrong Avenue
Irvine, CA 92606
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Customer Service Locations
Sacramento, CA
(800) 225-6621
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Inside
NEW! from
Air Controlled Tank Inverter AP-LG
What Is This Product?
Guess the name or part # of this product - or
how it’s used - and we’ll enter you in a drawing
for a special prize.
We’re also including a prize for the most
humorous or inventive response.
Email your answer to:
[email protected],
Fax to: 949-474-8663, Attn: Marketing Dept. or
Mail to : TEECO Products, Inc.
Attn: Marketing Dept.
16881 Armstrong Avenue
Irvine, CA 92606
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Faster than manual version with far less effort needed
Automated turning of tank with Auto-Turn Linkage
Runs on compressed air; no electric motors or switches
Twin 100# Adapter
Patent Pending
Answer to last “What Is This Product?”
It is what my 3rd wife used to squeeze what was left of
my life and money out of me.
- Dennis Gossens, AmeriGas Bayfield, CO
Looks like Bob’s Prune Cutter or Golf Ball Stamper...
- Rafael A. Arvelo, RegO® Products
It is, by all means, the easiest flaring tool invented... I
have used one for several years and would hate to go
back to the old school ways we used to.
- Jim McDonald, Valleywide Coop, Salmon, ID
AP-LG
Air Controlled
Tank Inverter
945TH
Parker Flaring Tool
Catalog pg F8
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The revolutionary Little Giant Air Powered Cylinder Inverter
from ASM is easier, faster and safer than anything else you
can buy. And it’s backed by the best service in the industry.
It has the same simple, durable design as the original Little Giant, with an innovative new air powered lifting/turning
system. By preventing just one back injury claim, this inverter
pays for itself.