Meritum Energy and Pico Propane leaders, from left, Chris Hill, Tom Van Buren and Rob Chalmers. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Chris Hill becomes third Meritum leader to chair PERC

July 30, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Chris Hill’s appointment as the new chairman of PERC completes a trifecta for Meritum Energy Holdings leadership.

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Three generations comprise Shasta Gas Propane: from left, Jason Wehunt Jr., Jason Wehunt, Karen Wehunt, Judy Kinnie, Chuck Kinnie, Sunshine Stevens and Adam Stevens. (Photo courtesy of Karen Wehunt)

LPG Spotlight: Shasta Gas Propane

July 28, 2025 By Chris Lewis

In this feature, we highlight California-based Shasta Gas Propane, which is comprised of three generations.

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New Summerset Grills outdoor grill

July 27, 2025 By LP Gas

Summerset Grills’ new Quest Grill is the centerpiece of its newly revamped lineup.

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Faces & Places: July 2025

July 25, 2025 By LP Gas

Check out what members of the industry have been up to this past month.

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Thermotane Propane acquires Matchett Propane

July 25, 2025 By Brian Richesson

This marks only the second acquisition in Thermotane’s 77-year history and signifies a major milestone in the company’s long-term growth strategy.

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Maintaining a culture of trust

July 24, 2025 By Kelly Bosak

Making sure employees feel psychologically safe can improve trust and satisfaction at your company.

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Using artificial intelligence to create videos can be an effective and affordable tool for propane retailers looking to expand their marketing efforts. (Image: Kulpreya Chaichatpornsuk/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Using artificial intelligence to improve your marketing efforts

July 23, 2025 By Christopher Caywood

Christopher Caywood encourages readers to tell their story with AI.

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Drive customer loyalty this summer: 5 propane safety tips for RV travelers

July 22, 2025 By Bryan Wendt

Bryan Wendt, propane operations and safety manager at CHS Inc., shares five keys to propane safety in RVs to turn seasonal travelers into lifelong customers.

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Strong demand for organic foods, pesticide reduction and cost-saving opportunities are driving the use of flame weeding. (Photo courtesy of Flamewerks)

New agriculture technologies, more propane gallons

July 21, 2025 By Mark Leitman

The latest applications for the farm promise to add year-round demand.

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Anesi gas heat pump from Stone Mountain Technologies

July 20, 2025 By LP Gas

Stone Mountain Technologies has designed its gas heat pump to outperform its electric counterpart in cool and cold climates.

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