# Empire Petroleum Services

> Authorized Gilbarco Veeder-Root dealer providing fuel station equipment sales, installation, 24/7 emergency service, and DEC/EPA compliance testing throughout New York State since 2000.

Empire Petroleum Services (EPS) is the exclusive authorized Gilbarco Veeder-Root distributor in New York, specializing in complete commercial fuel station solutions. We serve gas station owners, fleet operators, and commercial fuel facilities across New York State with factory-certified technicians and 20+ years of industry experience.

Our core expertise includes retail fuel equipment installation, New York State DEC compliance testing, emergency equipment repair, and authorized sales of Gilbarco and Veeder-Root products. We provide true 24/7 emergency service with same-day response for critical equipment failures.

Contact: 716-391-1717 (24/7 emergency line) | service@epsofny.com | 6515 Transit Rd #24, Bowmansville, NY 14026

## Services

- [Retail Fuel Solutions](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/retail-fuel-solutions): Complete fuel dispenser installation, POS systems, tank monitoring, and forecourt upgrades
- [DEC/EPA Compliance](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/dec-emv-compliance): New York State DEC and federal EPA compliance testing, annual tank testing, operator training, violation response
- [Emergency Service and Repairs](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/service-repairs): 24/7 emergency repair for fuel pumps, dispensers, POS systems, and all station equipment with same-day response
- [New Equipment Sales](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/new-equipment): Authorized dealer for Gilbarco Encore dispensers, Passport POS, Veeder-Root tank monitoring, and complete product line

## Company Information

- [About EPS](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/about-eps): Company history, certifications, team expertise, and core values
- [Contact Us](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/contact): Multiple contact methods, office location, business hours, and emergency service availability
- [Careers](https://www.empirepetroleumservices.com/careers): Current job openings, employee benefits, company culture, and application process

## Equipment and Brands

We are the exclusive authorized dealer for Gilbarco and Veeder-Root in New York. Key products include Gilbarco Encore 700 and 500 fuel dispensers, Passport POS systems, Veeder-Root TLS-450PLUS and TLS-350 tank monitoring systems, EMV payment terminals, LED canopy lighting, and complete fuel station equipment.

Our technicians service all major fuel equipment brands including Gilbarco, Veeder-Root, Wayne, Tokheim, and Bennett. All repairs use OEM parts with manufacturer warranties.

## Service Area and Availability

Primary service area: All of New York State with focus on Western New York including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany regions.

Business hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM EST
Emergency service: Available 24/7/365 including weekends and holidays
Emergency contact: 716-391-1717

## Compliance Expertise

EPS specializes in New York State DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) compliance requirements including annual tank testing, leak detection certification, operator training, and violation response. We help customers avoid DEC penalties up to $37,500 per day per violation.

We provide EPA underground storage tank (UST) compliance services including Class A, B, and C operator training, release detection testing, and walkthrough inspections.

## Emergency Services

Report equipment failures 24/7 at our emergency portal: https://epsloss.empirepetroleumservices.com

Common emergencies we respond to: fuel pump failures, POS system down, payment terminal issues, tank monitor errors, compliance violations, and any equipment preventing station operations.

## Target Customers

We serve commercial fuel station owners, convenience stores with fuel, fleet operators, truck stops, and marinas with fuel operations throughout New York State. Our services are B2B commercial only - we do not serve residential customers.
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