DropTubeBuilder

Fuel Tech Assistant

Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad

Professional drop tube calculator for fuel technicians. Supports OPW, EMCO, and Franklin valves. Instant calculations with PDF export. Built by techs, for techs. DropTubeBuilder: Precision Measurement Made Simple DropTubeBuilder is the essential tool for fuel system technicians, providing accurate measurements for overfill drop tubes and quick diagnostics for dispenser errors. Ensure compliance with industry regulations while saving time on-site. Key Features: • Accurate Drop Tube Calculations: Input simple measurements to get precise drop tube lengths. • 95% Fill Level Support: Ensures overfill valves sit exactly at the regulatory fill level. • Tank Chart Builder: Create volume charts with 1/8-inch increments for precise monitoring. • Dispenser Error Code Reference: Quickly look up error codes for Gilbarco and Wayne dispensers, including possible causes and troubleshooting steps. • User-Friendly Interface: Designed for efficiency in the field with quick data entry and intuitive navigation. Perfect for professionals in petroleum equipment management, DropTubeBuilder keeps you compliant, efficient, and confident on the job. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Use: https://christhrasher.wordpress.com/2025/02/16/%f0%9f%93%9c-terms-of-use-for-droptubebuilder/ Privacy Policy: https://christhrasher.wordpress.com/2025/02/02/%f0%9f%93%9c-privacy-policy-for-droptubebuilder/ Support: https://christhrasher.wordpress.com/2025/02/02/droptubebuilder-support/

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Version 1.1.1 - Critical Formula Fixes & Improvements We've made major improvements based on field technician feedback! This update fixes critical calculation errors and adds highly requested features. CRITICAL BUG FIXES: • Fixed OPW ISO Calculator - Resolved "Invalid input" error that prevented calculations - Tank height field now appears correctly in all input modes - Added helpful guidance text for OPW-specific requirements • Corrected OPW Formula (BACKWARDS ERROR!) - Fixed critical calculation error in OPW ISO formula - C value was being calculated from bottom instead of top - Results are now accurate and match OPW official specifications - Previous version gave completely wrong results (e.g., 113" instead of 30") • Updated EMCO Formula - Implemented official EMCO calculator specifications - Added +1" adjustment per manufacturer requirements - Changed bottom clearance to 5" (from 6") per EMCO specs - Results now match EMCO's online calculator exactly VERIFIED ACCURACY: All calculations verified against official manufacturer specifications: • Franklin Defender - Verified correct (no changes needed) • EMCO - Now matches official EMCO calculator • OPW ISO - Corrected to match OPW installation manual • Georgia EPD - Added compliance validations ENHANCED VALIDATIONS: • Added Georgia EPD minimum length requirements • OPW calculations now validate against EPD standards • Better error messages for invalid measurements • Improved validation for edge cases FORMULA IMPROVEMENTS: All calculations have been verified against: - Official manufacturer installation manuals - Georgia EPD Flapper/Valve Inspection standards - Field testing by professional fuel technicians - Industry best practices and compliance requirements WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU: Before this update, some calculations (especially OPW) were significantly wrong and could lead to failed inspections or incorrect installations. This update ensures: • Accurate drop tube measurements every time • Compliance with manufacturer specifications • Pass Georgia EPD and state inspections • Confidence in your field calculations • Time saved with correct results on first try TECHNICAL DETAILS: OPW ISO Changes: - Formula now correctly calculates C from tank top (not bottom) - Proper handling of 71SO and 71SO-T valve variants - Minimum 6.5" validation per EPD requirements - Example fix: 96" tank at 95% now gives correct 30.5" upper tube (was 113.2") EMCO Changes: - Upper tube: A - B + 1" (was A - B) - Total length: A - 5" (was A - 6") - Matches official EMCO online calculator specifications - Example: 120" seat at 95% now gives 29.75" upper, 115" total Franklin Defender: - Verified correct against official documentation - No changes needed - calculations were accurate - Simple geometry approach confirmed mathematically sound EXISTING FEATURES: • Professional drop tube calculations • Support for OPW ISO, EMCO, Franklin Defender valves • Multiple input modes (percent or inches from bottom) • Measurement history with 50-calculation storage • PDF export with professional formatting • Dispenser error code lookup • Tank chart builder • Offline functionality • Modern iOS design with dark mode support COMPATIBILITY: • Requires iOS 16.0 or later • Optimized for iPhone and iPad • Full dark mode support • Works offline - no internet required IMPORTANT WARNING: If you've used version 1.1.0 or earlier for OPW calculations, please review those measurements. The formula was incorrect and may have given wrong results. OPW calculations in previous versions calculated the C value from the tank bottom instead of top, resulting in significantly incorrect measurements. FEEDBACK: Found an issue or have a suggestion? Contact us through the app settings. We're committed to providing the most accurate calculations for fuel system professionals. Built by field technicians, for field technicians. Thank you for using DropTubeBuilder!

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    • Supported Features

      • VoiceOver

      • Voice Control

      • Dark Interface

    • Provider
      • Chris Thrasher
    • Size
      • 1.5 MB
    • Category
      • Utilities
    • Compatibility
      Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
      • iPhone
        Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
      • iPad
        Requires iPadOS 16.6 or later.
      • Mac
        Requires macOS 13.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
    • Languages
      English and 5 more
      • English, French, German, Hindi, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
    • Age Rating
      4+
    • In-App Purchases
      Yes
      • DropTubeBuilder Pro monthly ฿199.00
      • DropTube Pro Annual ฿999.00
    • Copyright
      • © 2024 Chris Thrasher. All rights reserved.