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Go to battle in business with a smartphone, not that ruggedized accessory

September 17, 2015 - By and

Technology is a necessity for the propane and fuel oil delivery business. It is indispensable for the energy industry, period; as if drivers, dispatchers, owners and customers do not already use technology – the kind that fits in your pocket or rests on the palm of your hand, that increases productivity, streamlines operations and saves time and money. That technology... read more

California retailer promotes refillable propane cylinders to campers

September 17, 2015 - By

For years, there’s been a propane-related problem plaguing campsites across the United States: campers disposing 1-pound cylinders improperly. Josh Simpson, marketing director for California-based Kamps Propane, says the problem has grown at California parks over the years. He estimates more than a million disposable propane cylinders get left behind at California campsites each year. Kamps Propane acted on this issue... read more

Tank manufacturer: Vehicle lightweighting adds efficiencies for propane-fueled fleets

September 17, 2015 - By

Worthington Industries says it is developing lightweighting solutions for vehicles without sacrificing safety and performance. Just as fleet operators interested in alternative fuels would consider their options for engine conversions, refueling infrastructure and other topics, they should also inquire about their choices for vehicle cylinders, Worthington notes. The tank and cylinder manufacturer says it X-rays each propane autogas cylinder to... read more

Davenport Energy acquires two heating oil companies

September 17, 2015 - By

Davenport Energy Inc., a petroleum products company in Chatham, Va., that provides propane to residential and commercial customers, acquired two heating oil companies in Virginia. Davenport Energy purchased APB Whiting Oil Co. in Roanoke, Va., and Whiting Jamison Oil Co. in Covington, Va., from Petroleum Marketers Inc. According to Davenport Energy, the two heating oil companies provide heating oil and petroleum... read more

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Roush CleanTech designs larger autogas fuel tank for Ford E-450

September 16, 2015 - By

Roush CleanTech developed an extended-range fuel tank for the Ford E-450 chassis, which allows users to make fewer trips to the refueling pump. The extended-range fuel tank on the Ford E-450 holds 64 gallons of propane autogas, which Roush CleanTech reports is 56 percent larger than standard tank sizes. Todd Mouw, Roush CleanTech’s vice president of sales and marketing, says paratransit... read more

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Binding open season extended for Utica Marcellus Texas Pipeline

September 16, 2015 - By

Kinder Morgan Inc. plans to extend its current binding open season to review shipper comments and interest received to date for the proposed Utica Marcellus Texas Pipeline (UMTP) project. The binding open season originally scheduled to end Sept. 15 will now end at 5 p.m. CST Dec. 15, 2015. The extended open season will give Kinder Morgan more time to seek... read more

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Growmark unveils new website

September 15, 2015 - By

Growmark, a regional agricultural cooperative based in Bloomington, Ill., revealed a new website. The website, which was last redesigned in 2010, is the product of a collaboration between Growmark and Tahoe Partners, a Chicago-based firm that specializes in designing and implementing digital content. “Five years in the life of a website is an extremely long time,” says Cliff Dolbeare, Growmark’s... read more

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Ray Murray Inc. partners with Label Solutions

September 15, 2015 - By

Ray Murray Inc., a propane equipment distributor, partnered with Label Solutions Inc., North America’s largest producer of compressed gas labels and signage. Through the partnership, Ray Murray and Label Solutions will introduce labels that meet new Global Harmonization System regulations mandated in June by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) for all compressed gas cylinders. Ray Murray will exclusively... read more

Sharp Energy to build headquarters facility, autogas station

September 15, 2015 - By

Chesapeake Utilities Corp. and its subsidiary, Sharp Energy, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Sept. 3 at the new Sharp Energy headquarters and propane autogas fueling station in Georgetown, Del. Chesapeake Utilities, Sharp Energy, state officials and city officials attended the event. According to Sharp Energy, the $6 million headquarters spans about 12 acres and will house 40 employees. Sharp Energy anticipates... read more

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Sunoco Logistics hosts open season for Mariner East 2 project

September 14, 2015 - By

Sunoco Logistics Partners LP commenced a binding open season Sept. 10 for its Mariner East 2 expansion project. According to a press release, the open season is for expanded capacity on the Mariner East 2 system. The system will be able to transport additional volumes of petroleum products such as natural gas liquids and condensate from processing facilities built in... read more