NFPA 58 2020 guidelines specify the propane industry adopt the K15 connection for all future autogas vehicles after January 1, 2020.

New NFPA 58 guidelines change autogas refueling process

December 27, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

NFPA 58 2020 guidelines specify the propane industry adopt the K15 connection for all future autogas vehicles after Jan. 1, 2020.

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This is a 20-pound cylinder with an OPD valve and face seal that is in good condition. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council.

2020 NFPA 58 requires face seal inspection

December 23, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Changes to NFPA 58 in 2020 require propane marketers to inspect the face seal on overfill protection device valves on propane cylinders.

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NFPA 58 updates to know in 2020

November 19, 2019 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenburg explains what propane retailers should expect from the 2020 edition of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58).

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Be sure to track cathodic testing compliance. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

Maintaining compliance with cathodic testing requirements

September 6, 2019 By Brent Cammett

Review this checklist to evaluate if your company has the documentation and practices in place to meet NFPA 58 cathodic protection requirements

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ave you completed an audit of your safety documentation over the last 12 months? Photo: iStock.com/YinYang

What safety documents are in your filing cabinet?

May 7, 2019 By Jerry Schimmel

Having proper safety documentation is critical to protect your propane company, your customers and your employees.

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Understanding the change process for NFPA 58: Part II

April 3, 2019 By Richard Fredenburg

Here’s what has taken place in the change process for the NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code since my last article in June 2018.

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The Cavagna Group Pronto Series service valves feature a one-eighth-in. NPT pressure test port on the outlet side of the POL service valve. Photo courtesy of Cavagna Group.

Cavagna Group releases Pronto Series service valves

March 6, 2019 By LP Gas

The Cavagna Group Pronto Series service valves feature a one-eighth-in. NPT pressure test port on the outlet side of the POL service valves.

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P3 Propane Safety adds senior consultant to safety team

December 11, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

Brent Cammett brings over 20 years of propane safety experience to his new role as senior consultant at P3 Propane Safety.

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A research program conducted by the Cylinder Exchange Council included vehicle crash testing of metal cylinder cabinets. Photo courtesy of The National Propane Gas Association and The Propane Education & Research Council

Cylinder Exchange Council covers laws, regulations, technical issues

October 5, 2018 By Bruce Swiecicki

Bruce Swiecicki, NPGA’s senior technical adviser of regulatory and technical services and staff representative of the Cylinder Exchange Council, gives an update on that council.

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Growing trends in tank monitoring

July 17, 2018 By Christopher Caywood

The latest trends and tips to consider when deciding how propane tank monitors fit into your propane operation.

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