Convenience Store Decisions

September 20, 2006


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CSDPlus: News Analysis from the editors of CSD

Valero Named CSD's
San Antonio-based refiner to be honored at an awards reception Oct. 9 in Las Vegas.

Valero, which will be honored at an awards reception Oct. 9 in Las Vegas during the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Trade Show and Exposition, was chosen for a number of reasons, said Convenience Store Decisions' Editor-in-Chief John Lofstock.

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by John Lofstock
Editor-in-Chief
Convenience Store Decisions Group



 
CSD SEPTEMBER RETAILER SURVEY
 




 
Industry News
 

Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel: What You Need to Know
The Illinois Petroleum Marketers Association/Illinois Association of Convenience Stores (IPMA) addresses common misconceptions about ultra low sulfur diesel.

Sheetz Pushing Ethanol
Marketer to educate the local community on Ethanol's benefits.

Rutter's Docks in Shippensburg
Contributes $3,000 to local organizations to mark its return to the city after a 17-year absence.

ExxonMobil Knows "What Matters"
Company employees work with United Way to support several nonprofit organizations.

Wilson Farms Gets Charitable
Stores raise nearly $11,000 to fight blood cancer.

New York Targets Fuel Price Run-ups
Bill aims to bring gas gouging to a halt in times of crises.

Sticky Situation
Gas station owner accused of using glue at competitors' pumps.


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by John Lofstock
Editor-in-Chief
Convenience Store Decisions Group

Convenience Store Decisions' Ask The Expert is sponsored by Windsor Foods

 
New Products
 

The Fuel Medz

The Fuel Medz gas pill increases gas mileage and saves money. The pill is a unique, patented technology developed to provide and maintain a catalytically active surface coating in the combustion chambers of engines-this means drivers are getting more miles per gallon by making better use of the fuel delivered; thus improving your fuel economy and reducing "green house gases." Proven in both laboratory and road tests, The Fuel Medz product increases octane, prevents valve recession from starting, stops valve recession that has already begun, reduces combustion chamber deposits, improves emission performance, improves anti-knock efficacy, while providing environmental and toxicological acceptability. The Fuel Medz pill has a catalytic action that inhibits the formation of engine deposits that are harmful to the performance and durability of engines. This is why the Fuel Medz pill will extend and enhance the life of engines. Bringing big savings for customers and huge profits for retailers, Fuel Medz offers the best merchandising vehicle to meet every retailers' needs.

The Fuel Medz
800-460-1912
rick@fuelmedz.com
www.fuelmedz.com


CIPHERLAB SOLUTIONS

CipherLab's CPT-8000/8001 portable data capture terminals are ideal for order entry, retail and field service deployments. The units are available as laser or linear scanners and have a rugged design that meets industry drop standards, a backlit display and 100+ hours of battery operation.

CipherLab
888-300-9779
www.cipherlabsolutions.com

D&S CAR WASH EQUIPMENT CO.

D&S Car Wash Equipment Co. introduces a new traffic light for its line of automatic carwash bays. The new Stop-Go & Back-Up Lights feature all-welded stainless steel construction and high impact lenses for brightness, quality and durability. The Stop-Go & Back-Up Light is designed to inform customers by flashing green when to safely enter the automatic bay and to Stop once they are securely positioned in the In-Position Treadle. The Stop light remains during the entire carwash process, until the wash is finished and it is safe to exit the bay. If the customer drives in too far or pulls over the treadle, a third light will flash, informing the customer that they need to back up and retry to position their vehicle correctly. The Stop-Go & Back-Up Light will flash until the customer is secure in the bay. The new light can also be used as a Stop-Go & Exit Light.

D&S Car Wash Equipment Co.
800-844-3442
www.dscarwash.com

HERR FOODS

For all those who have ever feverishly torn through a bag of chips, searching for those rare, bittersweet, dark-colored gems, Herr's introduces Russet Kettle Cooked Potato Chips. Made with russet potatoes, the tasty morsels are now available by the bagful. Herr Foods selects the finest russet potatoes - chosen for their uniform color after chilling - that have been cooled to temperatures between 46 and 48 degrees. To create the old-fashioned, kettle-cooked style, the potatoes are then cooked in small batches with pure vegetable oil. The result is a thicker, crispier chip. Herr's Russet Kettle Cooked Potato Chips join an already popular kettle-cooked line that includes Philly cheesesteak, buffalo wing and boardwalk salt and vinegar. Russet Kettle Cooked Potato Chips are available in 2.125-oz. and 9-oz. bags and retail for 99¢ and $2.89, respectively.

Herr Foods
www.herrfoods.com

LEADING BRANDS INC.

Leading Brands Inc. announces the launch of TREK Natural Sports Drinks and NITRO Energy Drinks in both the United States and Canada. TREK is an all-Natural Sports Drink that is sweetened with pure cane sugar and not high fructose corn syrup (as are other products). TREK Natural Sports Drinks are 'osmotically balanced' to allow the body to quickly absorb and assimilate their liquid energy. They are formulated to naturally hydrate athletes fast. NITRO Energy Drinks, on the other hand, pack the full punch of an energy drink and at the same time hydrate your body. They are non-carbonated and a unique formulation of thirst-quenching energy. Both TREK Natural Sports Drinks and NITRO Energy Drinks are available in a new, lower cost, 20-oz. package featuring the trademark TREK loop cap that allows the bottle to be easily clipped to back-packs, belts, bikes and other paraphernalia. TREK Natural Sports Drinks are initially released in four flavors: Orange, Fruit Punch, Lemon-Lime and Wildberry. NITRO Hydrating Energy Drinks come in three flavors: Grape, Blue Raspberry and Red Berry.

Leading Brands Inc.
Sales@lbix.com
www.trekenergy.com
www.lbix.com

PIONEER SNACKS

Pioneer TenderStrips are slow-cooked strips of 100% beef steak, expertly seasoned, then smoked over real hickory wood for a zesty outdoor taste. TenderStrips are packaged in reclosable gusseted pouches, creating the ultimate meat snack for both retailer and consumer. The pouches can stand up on shelves or in their cady if peg space is not available for hanging. Pioneer Snacks has reduced package sizes for ultimate merchandising flexibility, but comparable weights have been maintained. Pieces are shaped like "sticks," as compared to "nuggets" or "bites," making them easier to hold, eat and share.TenderStrips are offered in four delicious flavors - Hot & Spicy, Hickory Smoked, Teriyaki and Original - they're high in protein, low in fat and seriously tender. A 3.5-oz. package retails between $3.99 and $4.99.

Pioneer Snacks
800-837-6225
www.pioneersnacks.com

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