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2006 Top 50 propane retailer rankings Posted on 01 Feb 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

LP Gas lists its 2006 top propane retailer rankings. Read more»

Dealing with propane retailer’s issues Posted on 01 Feb 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Each year, retail propane marketers face a whole new set of issues. In 2005, wholesale propane prices seemed to cause the most headaches, pushing retailers to look at new ways to become more profitable. Read more»

Wounded Warriors Posted on 01 Feb 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Arecent study of the major causes and costs of workplace injuries and illnesses in the propane industry found the industry to be slightly better on average than other industries as a whole. Read more»

Taking Control of Worker Compensation Costs Posted on 01 Feb 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

With the average payment for workers' compensation claims among U.S. propane retailers peaking at $4,800 in 2000, business owners should be taking steps to gain control of these costs. Experts say there are effective ways to reduce the probability and control the frequency and costs associated with workplace injuries, but success requires cooperation from everyone in the organization. Read more»

Understanding propane industry technologies Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Technically speaking, technology is a technological nightmare. Computer systems, software, hardware and e-whatevers can be difficult to learn, implement and use. On the other hand, they can be godsends -- saving companies time and money while improving efficiency and productivity like never before. Read more»

Regulators Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Corrosion consistently puts a crimp on regulators -- it causes moving parts to hold fast, creates safety hazards and prompts inopportune service calls. Read more»

Auxiliary Power Units Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

Propane industry engineers are not sitting idle as truckers face pressure to cut pollution from tractor-trailer engines left running once the rigs complete a long day's haul. Read more»

Desiccant Dehumidifiers Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

A desiccant dehumidifier currently under development could be what the nation's comfort-seeking homeowners want as they address their indoor air-quality issues. Read more»

Handhelds and routing Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

The propane industry is one that can greatly benefit from computerized routing systems to help manage vehicle deliveries in remote areas. Read more»

Tankless water heaters Posted on 01 Jan 2006 in the Current Issue categories.

And now, the Rest of the Story: Radio legend Paul Harvey's commercial endorsement of Rinnai's tankless water heater line appears to be heating up consumer interest in the devices. Read more»