UPS looks to bolster propane-powered delivery fleet
UPS Inc. is preparing to make a major commitment to propane, Tucker Perkins announced at the July meeting of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC). read more
Propane council introduces new leaders, proposes 2014 budget
Paula Wilson, director of marketing at AmeriGas, became the first woman to chair the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC). read more
Take a moment to ponder
Have you ever noticed when you buy a new car, you see the same vehicle everywhere? Our minds work like that. Our subconscious is always on the lookout for new information when we focus on something, even though we may be doing something unrelated. You can put that strength to work by selecting 13 topics that are important in your... read more
Online tool empowers retailers to promote propane safety
The Propane Education & Research Council has given propane retailers the ability to add their brand name and a message to the pages of learning sessions online. read more
Star Gas president announces retirement
Dan Donovan, president and CEO of Star Gas Partners L.P., will retire Sept. 30 after 33 years with the company. read more
Propane bobtail pressure test parameters assessed
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration accepted NPGA's request for a rulemaking to extend the bobtail pressure test requalification period. read more
New hours-of-service rules for truck drivers in effect
New federal regulations designed to improve safety by reducing truck driver fatigue took full effect on July 1. read more
ThompsonGas to supply fuel for National Mall’s propane mowers
The National Mall and Memorial Parks (NAMA) selected ThompsonGas as its propane provider for recently purchased lawn mowers in Washington, D.C. read more
Self-service system developed for propane cylinder exchange
AVT Inc. developed a self-service automated system for the sales and exchange of propane cylinders. read more
Salesman’s journey to start California company no easy road
Chuck Kinnie, at 50, finds himself without a job and less than $15,000 in retirement savings. Find out how he founded a propane company in California. read more
