The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center, with the instruction of industry veteran Gary Nouse, focuses on giving employees more hands-on training. (Photo by Katelyn Zawalick)

PPATEC expands opportunities for propane workforce development

June 24, 2026 By Keith Loria

Pennsylvania association invests in the propane workforce with a new training center.

This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), education, Hiltz Propane Systems, HVAC, June 2026, Pennsylvania, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane industry, Rhoads Energy, technician training, training, workforce, workforce development and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

From left, Visit Philadelphia President and CEO Angela Val, Philadelphia Soccer 2026's Alison Grove and AmeriGas President and CEO Michael Sharp. (Photo courtesy of AmeriGas)

Philadelphia Cycling Classic to return in 2026 with AmeriGas sponsorship

May 5, 2026 By Mason Kopy

AmeriGas is promoting its role as title sponsor of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic.

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F.W. Webb celebrates 160 years by highlighting customer relationships, employee contributions

April 23, 2026 By Mason Kopy

F.W. Webb Co. is marking its 160th anniversary by highlighting the employees and relationships that have contributed to its longevity.

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Brian Raygor, national autogas business manager at Ferrellgas, speaks at BeST Transit's propane bus launch event in February. (Photo courtesy of Roush CleanTech)

BeST Transit to convert fleet to propane autogas

March 19, 2026 By Sydney Fischer

According to BeST Transit Executive Director Mark Hamilton, phase one of the propane conversion project includes 17 vehicles to equal 25 percent of the fleet.

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PPATEC welcomes Gary Nouse as instructor to lead propane training program

February 4, 2026 By Mason Kopy

PPATEC named industry veteran Gary Nouse to lead the strategic direction and instructional development of its propane training curriculum.

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Wilson Oil & Propane acquires Harris Comfort

January 19, 2026 By Brian Richesson

In looking to expand its footprint across southeastern Pennsylvania, Wilson Oil & Propane acquired Harris Comfort.

This article is tagged with heating oil, HVAC, Mergers and Acquisitions, Pennsylvania, propane marketers, propane retailers and posted in News, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Image showing the top 10 states for propane gallon sales

California reigns, while 2024 propane gallon sales recede

November 6, 2025 By Brian Richesson

California is No. 1 in retail propane sales for the fourth straight year, and Michigan has finished as the runner-up each time.

This article is tagged with California, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, November 2025, Opening Delivery, Pennsylvania, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane sales, renewable propane, Texas, Western Propane Gas Association (WPGA), Wisconsin and posted in Current Issue, Blue Flame Blog, Featured, From the Magazine

Hiltz Propane Systems opens new headquarters in Marietta, Pennsylvania

October 10, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Hiltz Propane Systems will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 21 to celebrate the official opening of its new 75,000-sq.-ft. headquarters.

This article is tagged with Hiltz Propane Systems, logistics, Pennsylvania, propane infrastructure, propane storage, propane tanks, tank refurbishing, transportation and posted in News

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PPATEC graduates prepare for industry careers

March 31, 2025 By Sydney Fischer

Sixteen students have recently graduated from the HVAC & Energy Professional Program at the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center (PPATEC).

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Moore Propane’s truck wrap features two nature scenes: a rainbow trout on the left side and two elk on the right. (Photo by Kelly Moore-Price)

LPG Spotlight: Moore Propane

March 3, 2025 By Chris Lewis

Kelly Moore-Price, co-owner of Moore Propane, promotes environmental friendliness of propane to its nature-loving customers.

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