Blue Flame Blog

Reliability builds propane load

November 24, 2022 - By

Power outages and shut-offs are crushing electricity’s reliability. Tom Jaenicke encourages retailers to talk to customers about propane's reliability. read more

Don’t let price creep steal your margin

November 22, 2022 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, reviews strategies to watch out for price creep. read more

All for one: How NPGA, PERC, WLPGA impact the propane industry

November 17, 2022 - By

Better understand how the National Propane Gas Association, the Propane Education & Research Council and the World LPG Association impact... read more

Beware the risks of negligent hiring

November 17, 2022 - By

John McCoy uses a recent murder case as an example to stress the need for diligent employment practices by propane retailers. read more

Below-normal temperatures a test for propane supply

November 15, 2022 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, evaluates how the recent weather changes could impact propane supply. read more

Practical media training for propane

November 10, 2022 - By

Have the confidence to tackle challenging questions and benefit from prepared messages with these tips from Christina Mozaffari, a former NBC News producer. read more

High prices, low inventories shake up distillate market

November 8, 2022 - By

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, examines the current state of the distillate market. read more

Optimism remains about the future of propane autogas

November 3, 2022 - By

The path for propane autogas has taken industry stakeholders on a roller-coaster ride over the past couple of years, but optimism remains about the market. read more

Retailers await weather, rail labor strife outcomes

November 1, 2022 - By

It's time to prepare for the winter heating season as it relates to propane supply and logistics. Editor-in-chief Brian Richesson shares some key points. read more

Protect your employees with the proper PPE

October 27, 2022 - By

As a propane delivery company owner or manager, ensure your staff is prepared with the proper personal protective equipment (PPE). read more