Mike Hennen, Steph Hennen’s father and a Westmor Industries employee, built Steph a miniature pink bobtail model. Photo courtesy of Steph Hennen

Propane Personality: Steph Hennen

April 21, 2020 By Carly Bemer

Steph Hennen, marketing and customer service manager at Lakes Gas, is passionate about bringing young people into the propane industry.

This article is tagged with CHS Inc., Lakes Gas, Marshall Excelsior Co. (MEC), Propane Personality, Steph Hennen, Westmor Industries and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Distributor roles, relationships with marketers evolve

April 17, 2020 By Brian Richesson

A closer look at distributor dynamics reveals changes related to developing technologies and high expectations to provide equipment, knowledge and support for propane marketers.

This article is tagged with Bergquist, communication, Gas Equipment Co., LPG & NH3 Supply and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Employ strategies to avoid falling victim to cyberattacks. Photo: ipopba/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

How to keep your business safe from cyberattacks

April 14, 2020 By Allison Kral

Cyberattacks often happen unexpectedly and can throw a company out of its digital comfort zone. With that in mind, check out some tips for ensuring your websites and information stay safe.

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This is a 20-pound cylinder with an OPD valve and face seal that is in good condition. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council.

Educating personnel, the public about face seal inspection

April 13, 2020 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner outlines what your customers should know about face seal inspection requirements in the 2020 edition of NFPA 58.

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Preparation eases pressure points this past heating season

April 7, 2020 By James Guyette

Marketers unite to fulfill fertile fall crop drying load and meet heating demands during the relatively mild 2019-20 winter.

This article is tagged with Deb Grooms, James Guyette, Leslie Anderson, Mike Newland, Steve Kossuth and posted in Current Issue, Featured

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In the Know: Communicating during a crisis

April 3, 2020 By Tony Botts

While the COVID-19 emergency plays out, do not discount the value of open and consistent communication, as well as common sense and proactive steps.

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Propane industry adjusts to COVID-19 effects

March 30, 2020 By Carly Bemer

The coronavirus has taken a toll on industries across the world, but the propane industry continues to keep calm and carry on.

This article is tagged with Conger LP Gas, COVID-19, Dixie Gas & Oil, Ferrellgas, Koppy's Propane, Paraco Gas, propane industry, propane retailers, Ted Johnson Propane and posted in COVID-19, Current Issue, Featured

Propane and the ‘new world’ of COVID-19

March 26, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Propane has always been the go-to fuel in emergencies, in situations that require a clean, portable and versatile energy source.

This article is tagged with COVID-19, NPGA, Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, Steve Kaminski and posted in Blue Flame Blog, COVID-19, Current Issue

Photo courtesy of Empire Gas Co. and Liquilux Gas Corp.

Faces & Places: March 2020

March 23, 2020 By LP Gas

Check out these photos from around the propane industry, including at the World LPG Association’s Innovation for Growth Summit.

This article is tagged with Anova, Arizona, Chet Reshamwala, Empire Gas Co. Inc., NPGA, Otodata, Puerto Rico, Suburban Propane and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Fostering product enthusiasm and a sales-oriented culture

March 23, 2020 By Randy Doyle

A sales culture must begin with leadership that instills confidence and enthusiasm for the products and services propane provides.

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