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TOP OF THE NEWS INDUSTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS n Wayne introduces the Wayne Helix™ global family of fuel dispensers Wayne (Austin, Texas), a global innova- tor of fuel dispensers and technologies, has announced the arrival of the Wayne Helix™ fuel dispenser line, emphasizing intelligent design, transaction security and advanced technology. Wayne developed Helix as the result of extensive research working closely with customers, retailers and users from around the world. n Gulf Oil returns to Dallas as it continues expansion in Texas Just weeks after announcing its return to Houston, and close on the heels of its return to Austin, Gulf Oil announced that it is back in Dallas through its part- nership with Fuel City, one of the Lone Star State's best known gas stations. Gulf's new agreement with Fuel City, located at 801 South Riverfront Boulevard in Dallas, puts the Gulf brand front and center at one of the most rec- ognized travel centers in the state. Fuel City, in addition to being a gas station, has been named "Best Example of Texas in a Nutshell" by The Dallas Observer, cited for having "The Best Tacos" in Texas by Texas Monthly, and designated as a "Favorite Point of Interest" by for- mer Dallas Mayor Laura Miller. Gulf Oil pioneered the concept of The Helix dispenser line by Wayne is a global platform on which all future Wayne dispenser models will be based. Three Helix fuel-dispenser models, designed to fulfill a wide variety of forecourt needs, are available at launch: the Helix 2000™, the Helix 4000™ and the Helix 5000™. Wayne will introduce the C-style Helix model, Helix 6000™, in 2013. Wayne and IDEO, the renowned global design and innovation consul- tancy, worked together to conduct global market research and created Helix with insights from our custom- ers, motorists and service companies. The new dispenser line's univer- industry-leading sal components, metering and durable, high-quality materials deliver an appealing fuel- ing experience, using advanced fuel- dispensing technology in a practical, appealing package. Key features of the Wayne Helix fuel dispenser include: iconic look and uni- versal design; enhanced displays; strong retail branding and secure dispenser components such as modular com- partments that lock independently and a robust U-frame that inhibits unau- thorized access to electronic head. 8 JULY/AUGUST 2012 branded product sales in Texas in the early 20th century by selling gaso- line in containers and from pumps marked with the distinctive orange disc Gulf logo. Customers during this period sought out Gulf branded sta- tions because they were assured of the quality and consistency of its gasoline. Quality and consistency remain the hallmarks of the company. n Veeder-Root acquires assets of Catlow, Incorporated Veeder-Root acquired the assets of Catlow Inc., based in Tipp City, Ohio. Catlow is a leading manufacturer of petroleum dispensing equipment serv- ing the global market with a broad range of nozzles, swivels, breakaways, and other hanging hardware components. Catlow's commitment to continued product innovation and the success of its customers over the last 35 years has estab- lished Catlow as a leading worldwide sup- plier of Hanging Hardware products. Catlow's customers include large regional retailers in North America, prominent Petroleum Equipment Industry distributors in domestic and international markets, and large com- mercial and industrial customers. Catlow's manufacturing, engineer- ing, technical support and customer service will continue to operate out of Catlow's headquarters in Tipp City, Ohio, where Cameron Carmack and his team will continue to lead the business. n OPW launches new mobile website for iPhone and Android OPW Fueling Components (Hamilton, Ohio), a global leader in commercial and retail petroleum equipment, has announced the availability and launch of the new OPW Mobile Website. iPhone and Android™ phones will automati- cally be redirected to the mobile site when visiting www.opwglobal.com, and the site can also be accessed by going to www.opwglobal.com/mobile. Designed to provide streamlined, user-friendly navi- gation and custom search tools to bring users relevant information with speed and accuracy, the new OPW mobile site includes resources for distributors, tech- nicians and site owners. The new mobile website has been designed to provide quick access to key functions and useful OPW reference information, including: distributor locator; technical documents; nozzle warranty lookup; contact OPW; and full site access. For more information on OPW Fueling Components or any of its products, please visit us at www. OPWGlobal.com. n Wayne showcases latest- generation contactless payment in dispensers Wayne (Austin, Texas), a global innova- tor of fuel dispensers and technologies, has announced that it will showcase the first fuel dispensers capable of contactless and near field communication (NFC) payments, allowing fuel retailers the abil- ity to give customers the option to pay for fuel using their smart phones. This optional feature for the iX Pay™ Secure Payment solution is the first modular, in-dispenser device of its kind to support traditional mag- stripe contactless, EMV® contactless and NFC mobile payment programs. 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