Tom Clark, executive director of the Rocky Mountain Propane Association, center, will assume leadership of the Colorado and New Mexico associations at the end of the year. (Photo courtesy of Tom Clark)

Regional spotlight: Propane fuels the West

November 17, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

Our quarterly series examines the unique geographical nature of the propane industry. This month, we look at propane in the West.

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The “Thompson girls” in 2023: From left, Sheila Culver, Carmen Finley, Teresa Dorroh, Laura Croft and Melissa Pressley. (Photo courtesy of Teresa Dorroh)

How the ‘Thompson girls’ made a name for themselves selling propane tanks

November 14, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The Thompson girls relied on one another, their product and, along the way, the insight of industry leaders.

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Propane professionals must “watch out for No. 1” to stay safe when filling cylinders. (Photo courtesy of NCDA & CS)

Stay safe when installing, filling propane containers

November 13, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Management’s support is key to employees accepting and implementing self safety when installing or filling propane containers.

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A photo review process is key to resolving container compliance issues. (Photo: eyecrave productions/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Document propane container installations

November 10, 2023 By Shawn Litchfield

By detailing what photos your field team should take, you’ll ensure that your business is meeting NFPA 58 requirements for propane container installations.

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KYPERC runs ‘aggressive’ campaign in 25th anniversary year

November 7, 2023 By Brian Richesson

A public relations campaign orchestrated by the Kentucky Propane Education & Research Council is working to keep propane in the state’s energy conversation.

This article is tagged with Electrification, Kentucky, lawn mower, propane fleets, propane school buses, state association and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Hawaii Gas is the only franchised gas utility in the state of Hawaii. (Photo courtesy of Hawaii Gas)

LPG Spotlight: Hawaii Gas

November 6, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

Propane service from Hawaii Gas has proven crucial in the immediate aftermath of and long-term recovery from the wildfire in Lahaina, Maui.

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In the Know: Promoting propane autogas

November 3, 2023 By Obie Dixon

Obie Dixon with Propane Resources talks about how propane retailers can do their part to promote the propane autogas market.

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Propane Personality: Christina Grabo

October 31, 2023 By Chris Lewis

As the director of sales, Christina Grabo is responsible for hiring, training, developing and supporting the members of Blue Star Gas’ sales team. Learn more about her career in propane.

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The changing energy climate presents a challenge for the propane industry. Photo by Joe McCarthy.

Dealing with risk in propane delivery

October 30, 2023 By John McCoy

Reducing your risk in propane delivery should always start with an understanding of where your risks lie.

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Photo courtesy of Co-Alliance Cooperative Inc.

Faces & Places: October 2023

October 27, 2023 By LP Gas

Find photos of propane industry members from recent events including Rocky Mountain Propane Association’s board member golf outing and fall conference, and LP Gas’ visit to Prism Propane in Ohio.

This article is tagged with autogas, Co-Alliance, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Ohio, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), Rocky Mountain Propane Association, Utah and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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