Eric Sears, right, at Propane Days 2018 in Washington, D.C. Photo by Brian Richesson

Propane Personality: NPGA’s Eric Sears

September 16, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

LP Gas visits with Eric Sears, the state engagement program manager – state association relations, for the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA).

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LPG Spotlight: Irvington Gas Co.

September 13, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

The Kentucky-based propane marketer relies on relationships to bring tankless water heaters into homes and increase sales.

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The rules established by industry organizations, as well as our own safety policies, are in place for a reason – to keep us safe. iStock.com/Olivier Le Moal

DOE recognizes non-condensing furnace tech in proposed rulemaking

September 10, 2019 By Brian Richesson

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) notice of proposed rulemaking comes after the agency considered public comments on a petition by the gas industry.

This article is tagged with Department of Energy (DOE), National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), regulations, Sarah Reboli and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Heating up furnace sales for propane retailers

September 9, 2019 By James Guyette

A heating systems study quantifies propane’s superior furnace performance and helps retailers tailor solutions to customers’ needs.

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Be sure to track cathodic testing compliance. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

Maintaining compliance with cathodic testing requirements

September 6, 2019 By Brent Cammett

Review this checklist to evaluate if your company has the documentation and practices in place to meet NFPA 58 cathodic protection requirements

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Of the 11 wooden-structured hotels in the United States with over 200 rooms, the Grand Hotel is the only one under private ownership. Photo: iStock.com/ehrlif

Building a long-lasting propane business

September 4, 2019 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke relates a few lessons the propane industry can learn about longevity from Mackinac Island’s historic Grand Hotel.

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

Refresh your online presence

August 30, 2019 By Christopher Caywood

Websites age quickly in the digital age, so giving your propane operation’s online presence a face-lift is a crucial step.

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Vehicles like this 1961 Chevrolet propane grain truck require regular inspection. Photo by Alan Gibbons

Prioritizing safety in the ag market

August 29, 2019 By Stuart Flatow

Using propane on the farm is commonplace, but it presents a unique set of challenges to farmers and propane marketers alike.

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Flooding on the farm poses crop drying challenges

August 26, 2019 By James Guyette

Epic rain levels and late planting in the Midwest raise concerns over autumn’s crop drying demand as the farming season nears a close.

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Laney leading a presentation for Oklahoma propane marketers. Photo courtesy of Paula Laney

Propane Personality: Safety, training professional Paula Laney

August 23, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Check out a conversation with Paula Laney, the director of safety, education and training for the Oklahoma LP Gas Research marketing and safety commission.

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