Downey’s Service Station

Client Full Name: Richard Downey

Location: Downey’s Service Station, Portlaoise, County Laois

Services: Greenfield service station development including fuel dispensing, outdoor payment, fuel storage, tank gauging and fuel delivery infrastructure

Supplier: TSG Ireland

Division: Forecourt Solutions

The Project

Downey’s Service Station was developed to create a modern refuelling destination for motorists in Portlaoise, offering petrol, diesel and AdBlue through a purpose-built forecourt designed for reliability, convenience and long-term performance.

To support the development, Richard Downey appointed TSG Ireland to supply and install the complete forecourt equipment package. Drawing on its extensive experience in forecourt infrastructure, TSG delivered the key systems required to support the site’s daily operation, from fuel dispensing and payment technology to storage, monitoring and fuel delivery equipment.

As a greenfield development, the project required careful coordination between multiple contractors working across different stages of the build. Alongside installing forecourt equipment, the wider development programme included civil engineering, building works and site infrastructure. TSG worked closely with the client and project team throughout the programme to ensure all systems were installed, integrated and commissioned following the planned opening schedule.

The result was a fully equipped forecourt designed to deliver a seamless customer experience while giving Richard Downey the necessary tools to manage fuel operations efficiently from day one.

The Solution

TSG delivered a complete forecourt infrastructure package tailored to the new service station’s requirements. The scope of works included:

• Supply and installation of three 6-hose Tokheim QML fuel dispensers
• Supply and installation of one 4-hose Tokheim QML fuel dispenser
• Diesel, Petrol and AdBlue dispensing facilities
• Supply and installation of dual-sided Outdoor Payment Terminals
• Installation of three 40,000-litre underground fuel tanks
• Installation of a 7,000-litre AdBlue storage tank
• Supply and installation of the TSG ProGauge tank gauging system
• Installation of an Emergency Cabinet for driver-controlled fuel deliveries
• Vapour Recovery Stage 1 and Stage 2 systems
• Equipment integration, testing and commissioning

A key aspect of the project was bringing together several interconnected systems to create a forecourt that operates as a single, efficient solution. The team carefully integrated fuel storage, dispensing, payment processing, and tank monitoring systems to ensure reliable day-to-day operation and accurate visibility of fuel stocks.

The installation also incorporated dedicated AdBlue storage and dispensing facilities, enabling the site to serve a broader range of vehicle requirements. In addition, the Emergency Cabinet supports safe and controlled fuel deliveries, while the ProGauge system provides real-time tank monitoring to improve stock control and operational oversight.

The forecourt design incorporated Vapour Recovery Stage 1 and Stage 2 technology to help reduce vapour emissions during fuel delivery, storage and dispensing. Together, these systems create a modern forecourt environment that supports efficiency, compliance and reliable performance.

The Result

The completed development has provided Downey’s Service Station with a modern forecourt equipped to serve both private and commercial customers. Multiple fuelling positions, integrated outdoor payment facilities and dedicated AdBlue infrastructure provide customers with a convenient, efficient refuelling experience.

The installation was completed successfully, and the new forecourt systems were tested and commissioned within the agreed programme, ensuring the site was ready to open as planned. Through careful planning and collaboration, TSG delivered a fully operational solution that met the client’s requirements while supporting the wider site development.

Richard Downey was delighted with the finished project and the service provided throughout the installation:

“We are very happy with the equipment and service provided by TSG. They delivered the complete forecourt solution professionally and efficiently, and we are very pleased with the finished service station.”

Richard Downey, Downey’s Service Station, Portlaoise

The project highlights TSG Ireland’s ability to support customers from the earliest stages of a greenfield development through to commissioning and handover. By combining fuel dispensing technology, payment solutions, storage infrastructure and fuel management systems in a single installation, TSG delivered a forecourt designed to support efficient operation both now and in the future.

As the business continues to grow, ongoing servicing, maintenance and technical support will help ensure the equipment continues to perform at its best.

TSG Ireland would like to thank Richard Downey and the team at Downey’s Service Station for choosing TSG for this project and wishes them every success in their continued business growth.