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To pre-buy or not to pre-buy? Posted on 01 Sep 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Weakened cash flow, price uncertainty slows spring/summer pre-buy activities Read more»

Getting technical in the Windy City Posted on 01 Sep 2006 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

The World LP Gas Forum, along with the first-ever Global Technology Conference, will educate and inform from Chicago. Read more»

Requiem for Pinnacle Conference Posted on 01 Sep 2006 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

LP Gas Magazine Editor Pat Hyland's Viewpoint column (Pinnacle No More) in the July issue rang quite a few bells with this veteran of 25 years of propane industry trade shows and annual meetings. All the more so as I was one of the principals involved in the decision to transition from the old annual meeting with trade show to Pinnacle. Read more»

Safety in numbers Posted on 01 Aug 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

For the first time ever, the propane industry has a comprehensive compilation and statistical analysis of data on safety incidents involving the nationwide distribution, transportation and use of odorized propane. Read more»

Our ‘house’ Posted on 01 Aug 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Just about every business in any industry wants to be more efficient. The question is: How? Streamlining processes, incorporating new and emerging technologies, and altering business plans are all ways to increase efficiency. Another way is to have an all-in-one warehouse to hold products, house employees and service customers - something that Ray Murray Inc. has benefited from since 1973. Read more»

Showrooms: Great place to showcase or waste of space? Posted on 01 Aug 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

For a variety of companies in myriad industries, a showroom is a great way to show off the latest and greatest products to new and existing customers. Read more»

Communicating to the troops Posted on 01 Aug 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

For years, proper procedures and control reports have been provided by computer system vendors to insure the accuracy of input data and to balance inventory and deliveries on a daily basis. This data feeds into the general ledger and canned reports or report generators are available to provide clear pictures of what your business has done. Read more»

Slip Slidin’ Away Posted on 01 Jul 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

The scene is a child's dream come true. Wide-eyed youngsters squeal with delight as water from a massive bucket 48 ft. above comes cascading toward them, their shrieks almost obliterated by the thundering rush of 1,000 gallons of water. Read more»

Getting a ‘lift’ Posted on 01 Jul 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

The most complete testing to date offers uplifting evidence that propane's benefits to the material handling industry – in engine performance, durability and emissions quality – will protect the 85 percent market share that propane owns among class 4, 5 and 6 forklifts that burn 600 million gallons of year-round load. Read more»

Securing debt financing Posted on 01 Jul 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Changing market dynamics often lead to additional debt financing requirements for companies active in the LPG business. Management needs to access the required capital, at a competitive interest rate and with the best available terms and conditions while maintaining a capital structure flexible enough to respond to yet additional changes in the Company's competitive landscape. Read more»