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We are wrapping up the week with a major milestone. We have officially launched our very first working Arctic winter unit, expanding our footprint with our newest partner, Stuckey's, in North Dakota! A massive shoutout to our field crew and local contractors who braved the elements to get this milestone unit live and fully operational. Your precision and hard work allow us to seamlessly scale our network from the Texas heat right into the northern frost. We are proud to welcome Stuckey's to the Additech network and keep driving the future of climate-resilient retail infrastructure.

Our field operations team just wrapped up a major installation blitz across the Lone Star State. In a coordinated, rapid-deployment push, we successfully launched three brand-new Sunlite DEF dispensers for our partners at Brookshire Grocery Company: Jacksonville, TX Longview, TX Comanche, TX While the Sunlite is engineered to meet the strict, system-level UL-87C requirements of a high-stakes fuel island, its true advantage for fast-moving retailers is its incredible modular flexibility. This deployment blitz highlights exactly what we mean by velocity. Whether a site plan calls for an on-island integration or an immediate perimeter asset rollout next to existing amenities, the Sunlite platform delivers seamless execution with zero invasive underground construction or property downtime. A massive shoutout to our elite field crew and local contractors who executed this blitz back-to-back. Your hustle and precision are the reasons we can scale our retail footprint at this pace. We are proud to keep expanding our network and supporting the retail fuel market with flexible, highly compliant infrastructure.

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Transitioning a retail fuel location from selling packaged DEF boxes on shelves to offering DEF by the gallon at the pump is becoming a standard conversation for independent store owners and travel plazas alike. When evaluating how to introduce or upgrade this amenity for diesel drivers, the decision often comes down to balancing infrastructure footprints against long-term operational impact. Here are the distinct considerations retailers are weighing: The Infrastructure Footprint: Traditional underground tank installations offer high capacity but require substantial excavation and temporary lane closures, a tough variable to calculate for an active, high-volume retail site. Opting for above-ground, modular dispenser footprints can mitigate that civil disruption, keeping lanes open during the upgrade. The Inventory and Trash Burden: While 2.5-gallon boxes are an easy entry point to test market demand, they present hidden operational costs. They eat up valuable backroom or canopy shelf space, require constant clerk restocking, and lead to fuel island trash cans quickly overflowing with bulky plastic waste. The Customer Experience: Drivers, especially commercial truckers and modern diesel passenger owners, increasingly expect the convenience of fueling diesel and DEF simultaneously. Dispensing by the gallon drops the cost-per-gallon for the driver while eliminating the hassle of spilling fluid on vehicle trim or clothes. Ultimately, adding bulk DEF isn't just a volume calculation; it's an optimization strategy for your fuel islands. For store operators and fuel marketers in the network: What variables have played the biggest role in how you structure your site amenities this year?

1,000 colleagues, fleets, retailers, and industry peers. Reaching a four-figure milestone on LinkedIn hit us a little differently this week. In the B2B space, especially in fuel infrastructure and logistics, an audience isn't just a vanity metric. It represents real conversations about uptime, efficiency, and supply chain grit. Whether you’re managing a 500-truck fleet, optimizing a regional travel center, or engineering the chemistry that keeps diesel stable, thank you for sharing your feed with us. We promise to keep earning that space by talking about the real operational bottlenecks, numbers, and engineering realities that matter to your bottom line. What's the biggest operational challenge your team is tackling as we head into summer? Let's talk in the comments.

The 18-Inch "Bubble" That Can Red-Tag Your Forecourt If you're an Owner or Ops Director, this diagram (NFPA 30A) is the difference between a compliant site and a massive insurance liability. Most retailers assume that placing a DEF unit "near" a pump is enough. But the code is clear: any equipment within that 18-inch horizontal and vertical "vapor zone" (shaded in the chart) must be system-level certified for a hazardous environment. The Reality Check: Many above-ground units use UL-listed parts, but if the entire system isn't UL-87C certified, it doesn't meet the standard for the fuel island. This is why "working" doesn't always mean "compliant." Our CTO, Chetan Desai, just released a technical white paper breaking down: The 18-Inch Rule: Why placement alone doesn't guarantee safety. Component vs. System Certification: What fire marshals are looking for. ROI Case Study: How the Sunlite integrates into this zone with zero site rework. Download the full Technical Roadmap down below #FuelRetail #DEF #Compliance #Sunlite #Additech #ForecourtSafety #NFPA30A

The most expensive part of adding DEF isn't the hardware. It’s the concrete. For most fuel retailers, adding DEF to the forecourt usually starts with a sledgehammer. Traditional underground installations are a massive undertaking: ❌ Trenching & Excavation: Breaking concrete and tearing up your lot. ❌ Extended Downtime: Closing off islands and losing fuel sales for days or weeks. ❌ High CAPEX: Thousands spent on construction before the first gallon is ever sold. ❌ Permitting Headaches: Complex environmental and construction approvals. We call this the "Construction Trap" the hidden cost of growth. At Additech, we believe expanding your offerings shouldn't require destroying your infrastructure. That’s why we engineered the Sunlite DEF Dispenser. Because the Sunlite is the only above-ground unit with a whole-assembly UL-87C certification, we’ve eliminated the need for the "Old Way." The Sunlite Way: ✅ Plug-and-Play: Our units are delivered ready-to-use. ✅ Zero Trenching: No underground construction or site disruption required. ✅ Rapid ROI: We can have your site online and serving customers in less than 24 hours. ✅ Total Versatility: Safe for installation on both diesel and gas islands. See the result: A customer fueling up at our recent installation. No construction zones, no orange cones just a functional, high-margin asset ready for work. Don’t let construction costs dictate your forecourt strategy. #Additech #FuelRetail #ConstructionCosts #DEF #UL87C #ForecourtInnovation #CStoreOps #EnergyInfrastructure

Is your DEF solution actually compliant for gas islands? In the fuel retail world, "UL-certified" is a phrase we hear often. But there is a critical distinction that many operators overlook—one that dictates exactly where you can (and cannot) place a dispenser on your forecourt. Most above-ground DEF units on the market are built using UL-compliant components. While this sounds sufficient, it often limits those units to diesel-only islands due to strict combustion and vapor ratings. The Sunlite DEF Dispenser takes a different path. It is currently the only above-ground unit where the entire assembly is UL-87C certified. Why does this technical distinction matter to your bottom line? Universal Placement: Because the whole assembly meets the standard, you can install units on both Diesel AND Gas islands. Regulatory Peace of Mind: It removes the guesswork from local NFPA code compliance regarding flammable vapor zones. Maximized Footprint: You no longer have to isolate your DEF offering to the "diesel corner" of your lot. You can put the product exactly where the high-traffic customer is already fueling. Safety shouldn't limit your operational flexibility. Our latest white paper breaks down the engineering gap between component-level and assembly-level certification. Read the full technical breakdown in the link below! #Additech #FuelRetail #UL87C #SafetyEngineering #ForecourtInnovation #DEF #EnergyInfrastructure

Earlier this week, we announced the launch of the Sunlite DEF Dispenser. Today, we’re releasing the technical "why" behind the machine. We are officially dropping our latest White Paper: "How UL 87c Certification Unlocks New Revenue at the Fuel Island" The Reality: Most above-ground units on the market use compliant components. But in a high-stakes environment with flammable vapors, "parts of a whole" isn't enough. The Sunlite is currently the only unit where the entire assembly is UL-87C certified. Inside the White Paper: The Compliance Gap: Why whole-unit certification is the only way to ensure total safety near gas and diesel dispensers. Operational Freedom: How to place DEF units exactly where your customers need them without costly underground trenching. Climate & Reliability: Why a turnkey, above-ground model is the fastest path to ROI for regional chains and grocery operators. As our CEO Steve Miller mentioned, retailers shouldn't have to choose between complex construction and expanding their offerings. 👇 Link down below #Additech #SafetyEngineering #UL87C #FuelRetail #Innovation #WhitePaper #EnergySolutions #CStoreOps

The Future of DEF is Here—and It’s Shifting the Industry Standard. We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the Sunlite DEF Dispenser, the safest above-ground DEF solution on the market. To celebrate, we’re showcasing a recent installation in Midland, TX! Why is the Sunlite a game-changer? It all comes down to one number: UL-87C. While other units use compliant components, the Sunlite is currently the only unit where the entire assembly is UL-87C certified. This means it is approved for use near fuel dispensers and other environments where flammable vapors may be present. What does that mean for your site? True Versatility: Most above-ground units are restricted to diesel-only islands due to combustion ratings. The Sunlite’s superior safety profile allows for installation on both Diesel AND Gas islands. Plug-and-Play Simplicity: This system eliminates the need for costly underground construction, allowing operators to offer DEF without major disruption to their forecourt. Rapid ROI: We can deliver the system and have it online within a day. Turnkey Support: Additech handles the entire process, including installation, refills, and maintenance, ensuring continuous operation. Safety shouldn't be a hurdle to expanding your fuel offerings. With the Sunlite, you get the highest level of certification available today, backed by the seamless service Additech is known for. Ready to upgrade your forecourt without the construction headache? Let’s talk. #Additech #DEF #FuelRetail #Innovation #UL87C #MidlandTX #EnergyInfrastructure #EnergySolutions