nfpa 58 - LP Gas

Safe operations rewarded by insurance providers

By Brian Richesson - Posted on 12 Sep 2023 in Current Issue & Featured & From the Magazine.

Consider taking a proactive approach in daily processes with these action items that could impact a propane marketer’s standing with its insurance company. Read more»

Make a habit of propane forklift safety

By Benny Gay - Posted on 17 Aug 2023 in Blue Flame Blog & Current Issue & From the Magazine.

Propane marketers must ensure training of anyone handling a propane forklift cylinder and the integrity of each cylinder. Read more»

Part III: Evaluating the state of crude prices

By Mark Rachal - Posted on 24 Jul 2023 in Blue Flame Blog.

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, continues to evaluate the current state of crude prices. Read more»

Changes are coming to NFPA 58

By Richard Fredenburg - Posted on 18 Jul 2023 in Current Issue & Featured & From the Magazine.

Be sure to understand the revisions in the next edition of the NFPA 58 LP gas code that are most relevant to your propane operation. Read more»

PERC’s Jim Bunsey to talk power generation at LP Gas Growth Summit

By Brian Richesson - Posted on 17 Jul 2023 in News & Current Issue & From the Magazine.

Add power generation to the growing list of discussion topics at this year’s LP Gas Growth Summit, set for Sept. 19-21 at Reunion Resort in Orlando, Florida. Read more»

Streamline cathodic protection testing, documentation

By Brent Cammett - Posted on 22 May 2023 in Current Issue & Featured & From the Magazine.

NFPA 58 requires routine cathodic testing for underground propane tanks from 2011 and newer. Read more»

Lessons learned during field inspections of propane operations

By Richard Fredenburg - Posted on 30 Mar 2023 in Blue Flame Blog & Current Issue & From the Magazine.

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

Bergquist showcases reinforced thermoplastic pipe

By Ellen Kriz - Posted on 29 Mar 2023 in New Products.

Reinforced thermoplastic pipe, available from Bergquist Inc., features a three-layer system designed for chemical compatibility, strength and protection. Read more»

Safety resource for propane companies launches

By Ellen Kriz - Posted on 15 Feb 2023 in News.

PropaneSafetyPro.com offers expert reviews, updates and revisions of safety plans, policies and procedures, security plans and operations manuals. Read more»