Blue Flame Blog

Organic growth: Our industry’s great need

August 5, 2021 - By

Randy Doyle examines the industry’s organic growth problem and offers some business development solutions to keep in mind. read more

What drives propane inventory levels?

August 3, 2021 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, addresses the fundamental drivers of propane inventory levels. read more

In the Know: Workforce development

July 29, 2021 - By

Sally Meyer, human resources manager at Propane Resources, explains how propane retailers can help recruit and retain top talent at their companies. read more

Should propane retailers care about rising natural gas prices?

July 28, 2021 - By

Propane prices are mostly influenced by crude’s price, not natural gas’s price. But the vast majority of propane supply comes from natural gas processing. read more

Let’s get on the same (web) page

July 21, 2021 - By

Christopher Caywood explains easy steps propane retailers can take to update company websites to convey safety and environmental messages. read more

Propane inventory continues to build at a below-average pace

July 20, 2021 - By

The relatively light build for the week ending July 9 marked the fifth week in a row of inventory building at a below-average pace. read more

New NPGA chairman Bob Barry shares his plans for the association

July 15, 2021 - By

Bob Barry, CFO of Bergquist Inc. in Toledo, Ohio, was sworn in as the new chairman of the National Propane Gas Association. Hear from him on his new role. read more

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3 ways documentation data can quantify compliance

July 15, 2021 - By

A safety documentation system is critical to meet regulatory codes, maintain compliance and keep everyone on the same page. read more

Upward pressure on propane prices continues

July 13, 2021 - By

Propane production needs to stabilize or grow to change the pricing environment so propane prices fall again, says Mark Rachal of Cost Management Solutions. read more

NPGA: Dues increase to help arm industry against threats

July 8, 2021 - By

The fight against electrification and state-level threats is forcing the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) to raise membership dues in 2022. read more