2017 propane industry overview
December 18, 2017 By Brian Richesson
From soaring U.S. propane exports during part of the heating season to extreme weather later in the year, 2017 in the propane industry didn’t lack for action.
Read More The propane industry’s duty to warn
December 13, 2017 By Jay Johnston
Proactive workplace efforts can go a long way toward increasing safety.
Read More State of Michigan, Enbridge reach Line 5 agreement
December 6, 2017 By Clara Richter
The state of Michigan and Enbridge have reached an agreement regarding Line 5, the pipeline that provides Michigan and the surrounding region with much of its propane supply.
Read More Former PGANE president takes position with Lin’s Propane Trucks
December 4, 2017 By Clara Richter
Joe Rose, former president of the Propane Gas Association of New England, has taken a part-time position with Lin’s Propane Trucks as a goodwill ambassador and outside salesman.
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Industry leaders gain from mentoring programs
December 4, 2017 By Clara Richter
In the spring of 2016, NPGA’s Women in Propane Council launched the Knowledge Exchange network to serve as a mentorship program.
Read More Crane rule deadline delayed in final ruling
November 28, 2017 By Clara Richter
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued a final rule, further delaying the compliance deadline for the Cranes and Derricks in Construction Rule until Nov. 10, 2018.
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Using press-connect fittings to join pipes
November 24, 2017 By Larry Bernstein
Press-connect fittings have gained acceptance by NFPA 58 and now give the propane industry a ‘viable alternative’ for joining pipe.
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Propane’s role in hurricane relief efforts
November 15, 2017 By James Guyette
Propane rides to the rescue of regions hit by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
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NPGA makes resolutions of sympathy
November 8, 2017 By Clara Richter
Three industry members who died in the past year were honored with resolutions of sympathy at the National Propane Gas Association’s fall board of directors meeting.
Read More NPGA addresses membership issues at fall board meeting
November 8, 2017 By Brian Richesson
NPGA addresses a number of issues at its fall board meeting, including minimum membership standards and opposition to its state affiliation agreement.
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