Clipper Corporation is supplying face masks and no-touch thermometers to restaurants, grocery chains, retail stores and foodservice companies in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the core product line of Clipper’s foodservice branch traditionally includes items like hot pans, fry baskets and plates, Lina Hu, the company’s CEO organized a pivot when she saw the…

As part of its strategic, long-term plan to improve its operational efficiency and profitability, TravelCenters of America (TA) has begun a companywide reorganization, which includes the addition new senior vice presidents for a newly created hospitality department, under which the areas of restaurants, gaming and convenience stores will be consolidated, as well as in information technology…

Tooling Tech Group’s frontline customized transparent barriers provide protection for quick installation at cash register stations or customer service counters. These plexiglass barriers serve as a physical layer of protection between employees and patrons while enabling personal interaction. They are designed to prevent the potential transmission of viruses through droplets caused by coughs and sneezes. Frontline […]

The Simón Bolívar Foundation Inc., the non-profit, private foundation of CITGO Petroleum Corporation, is awarding up to $200,000 to five nonprofit organizations working in health-focused initiatives for vulnerable Venezuelans as part of its COVID-19 Small Grants Program. The organizations include Chamos in Aid of the Children of Venezuela, Friends of the Children of Venezuela, Facultad…

Thorntons has introduced GripHero hand protectors at the pump as its latest measure to enhance customer safety. Award-winning GripHero hand protectors are anti-static, biodegradable and designed for use around fuel. “At Thorntons, we care greatly about the safety and well-being of our Guests and our Team Members. We are pleased to offer this innovative new…

NATSO, the national association representing truckstops and travel plazas, announced that it has partnered with the International Franchise Association (IFA) to share information with truck drivers about available food options at truckstops and travel plazas nationwide. Thousands of truckstops and travel centers house restaurant franchises that have adapted their operations to offer food for truck…

VP hand sanitizer is a 80% alcohol antiseptic based formula that is consistent with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations and guidance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Available in quarts, gallons, drums, 325-gallon totes and large volume supply. VP Racing Fuels [email protected] www.vpracingfuels.com

Ohio-based FriendShip Stores has increased its efforts to support the local communities that it serves, fine-tuning its supply chain management processes to secure and donate hard-to-find items to hospitals, homeless shelters and other local organizations. Finding and securing key supplies has not been easy. Fourth-generation family member Chelsea Carvalho, was recently tasked with leading supply…

York, Pa.-based Rutter’s has teamed up with the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic by promoting access to help on their in-store digital screens, digital screens at the pump, as well as on social media. According to the PCADV, with many citizens forced to stay at…

In addition to its proprietary 7NOW delivery app, 7-Eleven is now partnering with national delivery platforms Postmates, DoorDash and Favor Delivery in Texas to make delivery from 7-Eleven stores available to as many customers as possible. With this expansion, 7-Eleven and delivery companies offer on-demand ordering in more than 90% of participating U.S. 7-Eleven stores.…