Tankless water heaters have gotten the industry's attention. Photo courtesy of Navien

Water heater market opportunities heating up

October 3, 2019 By Brian Richesson

Opportunities exist for propane retailers to build year-round gallon demand in the water heater market, whether with tank or tankless models.

This article is tagged with Conger LP Gas, ICF, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Randy Thompson, ThompsonGas, water heaters and posted in Current Issue, Featured

Propane prominent during National Clean Energy Week

September 19, 2019 By Brian Richesson

The propane industry is heavily involved in National Clean Energy Week initiatives, not only in Washington, D.C., but around the country.

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NPGA selects successor to longtime president, CEO

September 17, 2019 By Brian Richesson

The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has selected Steve Kaminski as its new president and CEO, replacing Rick Roldan.

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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).

This article is tagged with Auxier Gas, Midwest, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Ohio, Ohio Propane Gas Association (OPGA), Propane Days, Propane Personality, state association and posted in Current Issue, Featured

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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LPG Spotlight: FS Propane

August 21, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Propane retailer unites its employees in one place for a unique educational event aimed to better prepare for the future.

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Maintaining clean and properly placed placards should be done daily. Photo by Joe McCarthy

FMCSA proposes changes to hours-of-service regulations

August 19, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Proposed changes to hours-of-service regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration may save the propane industry time and money.

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Zac Cromie is general manager-propane at Smith Propane & Oil. Photo by Brian Richesson

Takeaways from a first-time Propane Days attendee

August 16, 2019 By Zac Cromie

Zac Cromie of Smith Propane & Oil in Loyalhanna, Pennsylvania, shares his experience from his first trip to the industry’s legislative event.

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DOT proposes rulemaking on propane cylinder requalification

August 15, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

The proposed rule will focus on how often propane marketers must qualify, or verify, the condition of cylinders after applying hydrostatic testing.

This article is tagged with cylinders, Department of Transportation (DOT), National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), NPGA, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), propane cylinder and posted in Featured, News

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