Blue Flame Blog

Sorting out Midwest propane inventory confusion

December 9, 2024 - By

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, parses out a discrepancy in Midwest propane inventory. read more

Could propane prices fall in December?

December 2, 2024 - By

Mark Rachal explains why propane prices may fall this December. read more

Stay compliant with the Fair Labor Standards Act

November 29, 2024 - By

One of the most critical but often misunderstood federal labor regulations is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). read more

Proper propane tank placement and installation

November 28, 2024 - By

California retailer Wildhorse Propane & Appliances offers practical advice for installing propane tanks. read more

In the Know: Winter of 2024-25

November 26, 2024 - By and

What new and unique challenges does this winter heating season pose to propane marketers? read more

Use swaps, pre-buys and physicals to manage risk

November 25, 2024 - By

Cost Management Solutions discusses three tools that propane retailers can use to manage supply side risk. read more

Maximizing tank portfolio efficiency: How technology transforms propane asset management

November 25, 2024 - By

Ways marketers can and should integrate technology to manage their tank portfolios. read more

Recent safety violations: Remote devices, container distances

November 22, 2024 - By

There have been recent safety violations of off-truck remote devices and required container locations. read more

How to minimize digital distractions for meaningful connections

November 21, 2024 - By

How many times during a conversation does the distraction device in your pocket emit an alert, and you check it and then look back to the other person and ask, “Sorry, what were you saying?” read more

Surge in propane supply doesn’t eliminate risks in logistics

November 18, 2024 - By

The surge in domestic propane supply ranks among the top trends shaping the propane industry over the past 15 years. read more