Local chefs utilize the propane-powered kitchen at Conger LP Gas for cooking demonstrations and other events hosted by the company. One local chef with a television show even used the space to film two episodes in front of an audience. Photo courtesy of Conger LP Gas

Conger LP Gas’ kitchen brings customers to the table

December 9, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

A propane-powered kitchen in Conger LP Gas’ showroom brings the community inside for events and opportunities to learn more about propane’s capabilities.

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Maintaining clean and properly placed placards should be done daily. Photo by Joe McCarthy

Designing a DOT security plan for your operation

December 6, 2019 By Jerry Schimmel

The Department of Transportation (DOT) Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR 172.802) requires propane retailers to have a written hazmat security plan.

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It's time to take your fillings digital. Photo: Rawpixel/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Bringing the 21st century to your customers

December 3, 2019 By Christopher Caywood

Mobile and web offerings can differentiate your propane operation from competitors while attracting new customers to your business.

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Rich Coon, the company’s founder, second from right, with David Coon, far left, Courtney Coon and Austin Coon. Photo courtesy of First Fuel & Propane

LPG Spotlight: First Fuel & Propane

December 2, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Technology and creativity help First Fuel & Propane, a Northeast energy provider, connect more easily with customers and enhance operations.

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Smith Propane & Oil’s Steve Renwick, left, welcomes Rep. Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania’s 15th District for a ride-along. Photo courtesy of Smith Propane & Oil

Faces & Places: November 2019

November 29, 2019 By LP Gas

Snapshots from around the propane industry

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Consider these factors before entering the autogas market

November 28, 2019 By Obie Dixon

Propane Resources’ Obie Dixon lays out what propane marketers should think about in preparation for adding autogas to their offerings.

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“E pluribus unum,” one out of many, must be the spirit of the propane industry. Photo: iStock.com/scyther5

Volunteerism represents a critical pillar of the propane industry

November 26, 2019 By Randy Doyle

Randy Doyle explores why volunteering is important to the propane industry, and how it unites and strengthens propane marketers.

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Propane provides relief from the cold for construction workers. Photo Courtesy of Ferrellgas

Temporary heat leading to long-term gains

November 25, 2019 By James Guyette

Short-term propane applications at temporary sites deliver opportunities for future load demand for propane marketers.

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Mike Sloan, a managing director at ICF, addresses attendees of the LP Gas Growth Summit. Photo by LP Gas staff

ICF analyst urges aggressive action to grow retail gallons

November 21, 2019 By Ellen Kriz

Mike Sloan of ICF conveyed a critical message to attendees of the 2019 LP Gas Growth Summit: propane retailers must adapt, or get left behind.

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NFPA 58 updates to know in 2020

November 19, 2019 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenburg explains what propane retailers should expect from the 2020 edition of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58).

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