Pulse®
Fluid Management
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Pulse Pro and Pulse FC are built on the same core technologies and leverage smart meters. Both provide accurate, reliable fluid dispense accountability for a wide range of customers and applications. Both offer fast, cost-efficient and convenient wire-free installation and operation. Pulse FC is the base system. It can be upgraded to Pulse Pro with the addition of the Pulse Hub for DMS integration, automated work order pairing and comprehensive, customized reporting tools that can be shared quickly, even on personal mobile devices and Pulse Pro meter bezel.

Mobility
Pair with mobile dispense units and drums quickly so your team can conveniently dispense without delays, hassles or extra steps.

SCALABILITY
Add Pulse into almost any environment quickly, even retrofit applications and avoid excessive installation costs and delays. You can also easily upgrade from Pulse FC to Pulse Pro.

ACCOUNTABILITY
Track issues to the source via advanced technology, including automated alerts and customizable reports.

SIMPLICITY
Avoid surprises, interruptions and delays. Fluids are tracked and recorded instantly and automatically, so technicians can spend more time in the service bay - serving more customers.
Pulse Solution Comparison and Demonstration
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Today’s Fluid Management Systems Compared
FEATURE | Traditional Box | Pulse FC | Pulse Pro |
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Control. Regulate the amount of fluid that's dispensed to reduce spillage and waste. | |||
Allow control of dispenses | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Restrict the quantity of fluid | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Ensure correct amount of fluid | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Meters. Put control into the hands of your technicians so they can be more productive, accurate, and accountable. | |||
Works with petroleum, synthetic based oils, antifreeze | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Works with windshield wiper solvent | ✔ | ✔ | |
Meter displays quantity dispensed | ✔ | ✔ | |
Fluid measured at dispense point (highly accurate) | ✔ | ✔ | |
Installation. Seamless integration simplifies dispenses without compromising workflows or productivity. | |||
Works with oil bar | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Wire-free installation | ✔ | ✔ | |
Wireless communication | ✔ | ||
Pump air control (PAC) | ✔ | ✔ | |
Flexibility. Accommodate emerging demands to maintain or expand productivity and profitability. | |||
Works with mobile roll-around packages | ✔ | ✔ | |
Easy expansion with additional fluids | ✔ | ✔ | |
Easy upgrade to comprehensive fluid management | ✔ | NA | |
User Interface. Access the information necessary to make more informed decisions quickly. | |||
Simple PC-based software | ✔ | ||
No software to install (Web-based) | ✔ | ||
Accessible from any PC, phone or tablet | ✔ | ||
Fluid Management. Improve accountability for your entire operations. | |||
Track dispenses by invoice or work order | ✔ | ||
Track dispenses by technician | ✔ | ||
Record fluid type and quantity | ✔ | ||
Keeps technician in service bay | ✔ | ||
Fluid Inventory. Simplify how you re-order and store inventory to minimize delays. | |||
Monitor tank levels (TLM) | ✔ | ||
Dealer Management Solution (DMS) integration | ✔ | ||
Reporting. Capture critical information and insights to simplify decision-making. | |||
Print on dispense | ✔ | ||
Automated customizable reports | ✔ | ||
Automated alerts to simplify inventory tasks | ✔ | ||
Software updates | ✔ | ✔ | |
Permanent record of all dispenses | ✔ |
PULSE PRO
The Pulse Pro system provides forward-thinking service operations with the insight, control and analytics needed to simplify decisions and drive profitability in the age of the seamlessly connected shop.
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Dispense
Technicians enter a pin or flash an NFC tag to the screen to get started – and all data is tracked directly to the meter, technician and work order.
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Network
Fast, easy wireless configuration reduces installation costs and eliminates the need for PC connection.
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Pump Control
Shut off air to the pump automatically when not in use to prevent costly spills from broken lines.
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Tank Monitor
Monitor fluid inventory and schedule refills to minimize delays and excessive costs.
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Integrations
Use DMS integrations to manage dispenses and only allow dispenses on open work orders with controlled fluids and amounts.
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TRACK BULK FLUIDS WIRELESSLY, AUTOMATICALLY, ACCURATELY
Pulse Pro Fluid Management is the latest technology breakthrough from Graco – the industry leader in fluid management. It offers advanced wireless technologies to accurately track bulk fluids, capture critical analytics and automate customizable reports so you can share information and improve decision-making, making Pulse the most comprehensive, convenient and easy-to-use fluid management system on the market.

SIMPLIFY BULK FLUID MANAGEMENT
• Know exactly how much fluid is dispensed, where, and by whom to improve inventory management
• Fast, easy wireless configuration reduces installation costs and eliminates the need for PC connection
• Generate customizable, automated reports to make more informed decisions
• Pair every dispense directly with a work order for more accurate billing
• Add new components seamlessly as your demands grow
• Integrate seamlessly with your DMS and share information throughout your organization
PULSE PRO EXCLUSIVE INSIGHTS

Accurate billing
Automatically assign every ounce of fluid directly to a work order to simplify billing and maximize profit margins.

Inventory management
Monitor fluid inventory and schedule refills to minimize delays and excessive costs.

Transparency
Monitor every drop, every time – automatically – and minimize shrinkage, rounding and invoice discrepancies.

Integration
Capture data, integrate it with popular DMSs and share it with other stakeholders quickly to improve scheduling, inventory, procurement, pricing and more.
PULSE FC
Pulse FC provides service operations with accuracy and command to automate and regulate fluid dispenses for optimal accountability and profitability.

Take Control
Enjoy an easy-to-use, easy-to-install out-of-the box fluid control system designed for fast, wire-free setup and configuration. Easily pre-program Pulse FC fluid cards to dispense only the correct fluid and authorized amount, minimizing dispense errors and gaining optimal profitability.
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Dispense
Give technicians everything they need at their fingertips. Simply scan preprogrammed fluid cards on the meter’s interface screen to begin dispensing. Once the pre-programmed amount of fluid has been dispensed, the meter stops automatically. See the exact amount of fluid pumped on the easy-to-read LCD screen.
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Roll Around
Dispense fluids anywhere in your shop without compromising security or productivity. Unlike box systems, Pulse FC allows technicians the freedom to transport 55-gallon containers to any dispense site easily without assistance or delays.
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TRACK BULK FLUIDS AUTOMATICALLY, ACCURATELY
With Pulse FC, dispense only precise volumes to create efficiencies for your entire shop operation. Monitor how much fluid you’re using. Choose the amount of fluid each technician can dispense. Maintain accurate inventory. Streamline processes to improve productivity and uncover hidden profitability while adding transparency to everyday tasks.

SIMPLIFY BULK FLUID CONTROL
• Easily upgrade from SD Preset meters to Pulse FC
• Control exactly how much fluid is dispensed to improve inventory management
• Fast, easy wire-free setup and configuration reduces installation costs
• Generate simple reports to make more informed decisions
• Add fluids or dispense points seamlessly as your demands grow
• Easily upgrade to Pulse Pro for even more management, analytics and DMS integration
COMPLIMENTARY SYSTEM COMPONENTS
A number of components, while not technically part of the fluid management system, are critical to dispense. The pump, along with hose reels, diaphragm pumps for waste oil evacuation, and other material handling equipment are central to the actual dispensing and disposal of the material being monitored by the fluid management system.

PUMPS
A complete range of oil, grease, transfer and specialty pumps and packages for efficiently moving fluids and lubricants. Air-operated, hydraulic and electric models available to fit any application.

HOSE & CORD REELS
A complete line of light, standard and heavy-duty hose and cord reels, meeting the demands of manufacturing and field service providers.

METERS AND DISPENSE VALVES
A complete family of electronic and mechanical meters and valves for dispensing oil, grease and windshield wash.

FLUID RECLAIM DRAINS
Evacuate and transfer used fluids with a full line of portable antifreeze and oil receivers. For bigger facilities, check out our tank and tote packages for managing large volumes of reclaimed fluids.