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Putting PERC into perspective Posted on 01 Aug 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

As I end my term as chairman of the Propane Education & Research Council, my perspective about PERC has changed during my six years as an independent propane marketer on the council. Over those years, I’ve been troubled by some of the perceptions within the industry about what PERC can or should do. Read more»

Feds look to boost spending Posted on 01 Aug 2003 in the News categories.

The House Appropriations Committee approved a spending bill for 2004 with $1.8 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, an increase of $111 million over 2003 and $100 million above the administration’s budget request. Read more»

What’s hot this year Posted on 01 Aug 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Fireside chats have become a popular pastime for many Americans in this post-9/11 era as they seek a warm and fuzzy comfort zone within their homes. Propane marketers with showrooms that convey feelings of serenity, love, family and friendship can stoke sales of their propane-fueled auxiliary heating appliances. Read more»

Is your supply crystal ball cloudy? Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Blue Flame Blog categories.

Propane marketers are looking for solutions to their supply, logistic and risk management problems based on this past winter’s experience and what their suppliers offer. Read more»

Federal regulations just keep coming Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the News categories.

Even this Republican administration is creating new regulations for hazmat carriers and others in the propane business. Read more»

Will rising health care costs cripple your business? Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Mike Matthews was on the job one day last year when he felt a repeat of an odd feeling in his chest. The same discomfort also had taken place the day before. Now, he wondered whether it could be serious. Read more»

High times Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Concerned about drug and alcohol abuse among your employees? You should be. Read more»

Faster, Safer, Cheaper Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Outdoor cooking continues to drive up sales at propane cylinder exchange racks across the country, but the popular American pastime also is pressing cylinder fillers to improve efficiencies to meet growing overhead demands. Read more»

All customers don’t offer equal value Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Current Issue categories.

Many in this industry mistakenly believe that the value of their business will go up if only they sold more gallons. Read more»

Listen to the coach Posted on 01 Jul 2003 in the Current Issue & Events categories.

The hotel ballroom roared to life with the applause of 375 propane professionals anxious to hear a national sports icon and one of America’s most inspiring speakers at the NPGA 2003 Pinnacle Conference June 3 in New Orleans. Read more»