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What’s up down under Posted on 01 Jan 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

Scientists and engineers are on top of the quest for non-steel alternatives for tank construction, breaking new ground in researching suitable composite materials slated for below-grade applications. Read more»

Aggressive competition in passive shut-offs Posted on 01 Jan 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

A hose or fixture malfunction while filling or emptying a propane transport tank can create an explosive situation, and equipment manufacturers are aggressively debating which passive shut-off technology is better, complete with dueling testimonials. Read more»

Gauging volume accuracy Posted on 01 Jan 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

Developments in tank gauge technology could make the rubber mallets commonly used to whack recalcitrant rotary gauges back into calibration obsolete. Read more»

Building the brand Posted on 01 Jan 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

With rising oil and materials costs, weak winters and unsure economic times, propane retailers are always looking for additional sources of income. Read more»

P+R+O+O=F of Performance Posted on 01 Dec 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

A two-year study of propane vapor regulators has determined that age has little effect on the performance of first- and second-stage regulators, but it plays a significant role in how well single-stage devices work. Read more»

Managing driver performance is vital Posted on 01 Dec 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Propane fleet operators often struggle when it comes to developing an effective driver performance management program. The challenge for most companies in this industry is usually the first logical step of any performance management program: defining and developing a productivity measurement. Read more»

Crossing the borders Posted on 01 Nov 2006 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

Propane marketers got a glimpse into the propane markets throughout the world as part of the World LP Gas Forum. Among those highlighted were Canada and Mexico, providing U.S. marketers... Read more»

A global view of propane’s future Posted on 01 Nov 2006 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

The secretary general for the World Energy Council concedes he has serious doubts about finding long-term solutions to meet burgeoning consumption needs in today's radically changing global energy market. Read more»

Effective product pricing Posted on 01 Nov 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

In today's volatile energy market, the successful propane marketer must know how to effectively price propane. It's one of the most important skills for any owner/manager to hone. Read more»

Taking care of your net wealth Posted on 01 Oct 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Have you ever filed pro se in a lawsuit? If you don't know what it means (and I wish I didn't), it means that you represent yourself as your own attorney. Read more»