Industry leaders share valuable propane tank information

What’s one valuable piece of information you’d like to share about tanks, such as safety, technology, delivery, refilling, etc.?

Answers from the LPG Editorial Advisory Board:

“Beyond our people and our customers, our tanks represent one of Paraco’s greatest strategic assets, and our Waterbury plant is at the center of that effort. Every tank that moves through Waterbury is a reflection of our commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence. Through refurbishing, testing and redeployment, the team extends asset life, reduces waste and ensures we deliver safe, reliable propane to customers across all regions.”

– Christina Armentano, executive vice president & COO, Paraco Gas, Rye Brook, New York

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“With grid power interruptions across the country becoming more frequent and of longer duration, having on-site energy available to homeowners is more important than ever. On-site solar tries to own that space but having a bulk propane storage tank in your yard supplying propane to your home appliances, heating equipment and standby generator gives you a meaningful energy supply that cloudy days and solar panels can’t provide.”

– Tom Jaenicke, propane specialist, ATomiK Creative Solutions, Charlevoix, Michigan

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“A key best practice is to always inspect and confirm the tank’s current recertification status prior to any refilling or refurbishing work – this prevents legal liabilities, ensures customer safety and avoids costly downtime from noncompliant tanks.”

– Dustin Delay, vice president, Cost Management Solutions, Houston, Texas

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“Making sure you have the proper equipment and training to set and install tanks. From the right crane to the right parts.”

– Dennis Halverson, propane product manager, Christensen Inc., Richland, Washington

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“Minimum distance requirements and tank safety go hand-in-hand. It protects people, property and the trust our customers place in us.”

– Michelle Bimson Maggi, vice president of corporate affairs, Ferrellgas, Liberty, Missouri

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“Protect the containers and especially the data plates from the effects of corrosion by whatever means necessary. They will live forever if taken care of. Protect the data information so you can read it, and so the forces of nature don’t obscure it.”

– Mike Walters, Vice President, Safety & Fleet, Superior Energy Systems, Columbia Station, Ohio

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