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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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.

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Government influence on your truck fleet

August 12, 2019 By LP Gas

The latest on legal and regulatory issues that could impact your company’s trucking fleet and drivers from the National Propane Gas Association.

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Propane Personality: Team Drive-Away’s Steve Wambold

July 26, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

A conversation with the CEO of Team Drive-Away

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NPGA officers for 2019-20 are, from left, Bob Barry of Bergquist, Michelle Bimson-Maggi of AmeriGas, Randy Thompson of ThompsonGas and Denis Gagne of Eastern Propane. Photo courtesy of NPGA

Randy Thompson leads new class of NPGA officers

July 11, 2019 By Brian Richesson

Randy Thompson of ThompsonGas heads the NPGA’s new class of officers, sworn in as chairman during the mid-year board of directors meeting.

This article is tagged with Bob Barry, Chris Earhart, Dan Myers, Denis Gagne, Michelle Bimson-Maggi, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), NPGA, Randy Thompson, Ray Murray Inc. (RMI) and posted in News

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