Reasons for tagging propane tanks vary depending on the appliances in use. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Propane system red tags ensure safety

March 10, 2022 By John McCoy

John McCoy evaluates the best practices for tagging propane systems and explains why red tags ensure safety for everyone involved.

This article is tagged with John McCoy, Legal Brief, McCoy Leavitt Laskey LLC, safety and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

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NPGA panel: Cannabis market ripe for development

March 8, 2022 By Brian Richesson

The cannabis market is unique – full of promise for propane retailers but complex due to differing state regulations and no federal oversight.

This article is tagged with Blue Star Gas, cannabis, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Propane engine photo courtesy of Cummins Inc.

Cummins’ fuel-agnostic engine platforms to feature propane

March 7, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Cummins Inc. plans to expand its powertrain platforms to leverage a range of lower carbon fuels, including propane.

This article is tagged with Cummins, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane engines, Tucker Perkins and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Faces & Places: February 2022

March 4, 2022 By LP Gas

In February’s Faces & Places, find images of industry members at LPG Week in Dubai, company anniversaries and recognition of top leaders.

This article is tagged with crystal flash, Empire Gas Co. Inc., faces & places, Missouri, Missouri Propane Gas Association (MPGA), Puerto Rico, Western Propane Gas Association (WPGA), World LPG Association (WLPGA) and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

In the Know: Evaluating fee structures as costs rise

March 3, 2022 By Marty Lerum

Propane retailers have been hit harder by recent inflation than many independent businesses due to the fact that we deal with more commodity variables.

This article is tagged with In the Know, Marty Lerum, propane prices, Propane Resources LLC and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Lumin LPG filters certified for use in US, Canada, EU

March 2, 2022 By Ellen Kriz

Lumin LPG filters by ValvTect are UL-certified for distribution in the U.S. and Canada, as well as CE-marked and certified for use in the European Union.

This article is tagged with new products, ValvTect and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, New Products

LPG Spotlight: Key Cooperative

March 1, 2022 By Carly Bemer

Key Cooperative, a farm cooperative based in Iowa, improves its efficiency by using polyamide piping for its grain-drying needs.

This article is tagged with agriculture, LPG Spotlight, propane delivery and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Propane rail terminal photo courtesy of TransTech Energy

NGL Supply Co. Ltd. opens Ohio rail terminal

February 28, 2022 By Brian Richesson

NGL Supply Co. Ltd. opened a propane rail terminal in Sycamore, Ohio, establishing another link in the industry’s natural gas liquids supply chain.

This article is tagged with natural gas liquids, propane supply, rail terminal and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Propane Personality: William Van Hoy

February 25, 2022 By Carly Bemer

William Van Hoy, executive director of the Texas Propane Gas Association, reflects on how the industry has changed in recent decades, where it’s headed and more.

This article is tagged with Bill Van Hoy, Propane Personality, Texas, Texas Propane Gas Association and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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9 safe-driving rules to remember

February 24, 2022 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner encourages propane retailers to remember these nine safe-driving rules as the entry-level driver training program rolls out.

This article is tagged with bobtail drivers, driver safety, drivers, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), Randy Warner, safety, Safety First column, truck drivers and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

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