Attendees of PERC’s National Propane Education & Training Conference learned the latest about safety training methods and best practices. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

PERC: Accreditation promises to overhaul safety programming

April 7, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) held its 2023 National Propane Education & Training Conference in Orlando, Florida.

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Lakes Gas ranks No. 14 in the U.S. for 2022 retail gallon sales. (Photo by Samantha Greiner)

Top Propane Retailers: 2023 overall list

April 3, 2023 By LP Gas

LP Gas’ annual ranking of the largest retail propane companies in the U.S. is measured by 2022 gallon sales. See who made the list for 2023.

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Lessons learned during field inspections of propane operations

March 30, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Throughout his career as North Carolina’s LP gas engineer, Richard Fredenburg has noted memorable misconceptions expressed during propane operation inspections.

This article is tagged with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), NFPA 58, propane bobtails, safety, Safety First column and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Top Propane Retailers: 2023 highest gallon sales

March 29, 2023 By LP Gas

LP Gas’ annual ranking of the largest retail propane companies in the U.S. is measured by gallon sales. See who made the list for 2023.

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2023 LP Gas Rising Leader: Jeremy Schrempp

March 24, 2023 By LP Gas

Learn more about Jeremy Schrempp, a 2023 LP Gas Rising Leader and the owner/manager of Performance Oil in Aberdeen, South Dakota.

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Seek decision-making support from industry colleagues

March 23, 2023 By Christopher Caywood

When making decisions for your propane operation, talking with benchmarking colleagues can help you evaluate product options and possible trade-offs.

This article is tagged with Benchmarking Council, Caywood Propane Gas Inc., Christopher Caywood, customer service, marketing, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), retailer technology, software, tank monitoring, website and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

DD Alexander celebrates Global Gas’ 10-year anniversary in 1999 with Teresa Dorroh. (Photo from LP Gas archives)

Propane Personality: DD Alexander

March 21, 2023 By Brian Richesson

DD Alexander, president of Global Gas, grew up in the propane industry. Learn about her career and role with the NPGA’s Propane Supply & Logistics Committee.

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2023 LP Gas Rising Leader: Michael Salansky

March 17, 2023 By LP Gas

Learn more about Michael Salansky, a 2023 LP Gas Rising Leader and controller at Stuck Enterprises in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania.

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GRAIN DRY Act would provide loan access for propane storage

March 16, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Four members of Congress are backing bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would include propane storage under the farm storage facility loan program.

This article is tagged with agriculture, California, congress, House of Representatives, Iowa, Minnesota, propane legislation, Senate, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, News

In the Know: Consider property value when selling your company

March 16, 2023 By Adam Zoellner

Adam Zoellner, mergers and acquisitions manager at Propane Resources, explains the value real estate can bring when selling your propane company.

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