Propane containers play key role in safe system operation
April 26, 2021 By Randy Warner
Propane containers are vital to a propane system, and there are several things to consider when sizing a container, such as its vaporization rate.
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NFPA 58 update specifies documentation of face seal inspections
July 2, 2020 By John McCoy
The 2020 Edition of NFPA 58 includes procedures for inspecting the face seal for damage prior to filling a propane cylinder.
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PHMSA issues safety advisory notice
January 2, 2020 By LP Gas
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published an advisory regarding propane cylinders.
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Viking Cylinders pledges to tree planting initiative
December 31, 2019 By Joe McCarthy
Viking Cylinders says it will fund planting a tree whenever a consumer switches from a steel propane tank to a Viking Cylinder propane tank.
Read More Antidumping duties imposed on propane cylinder imports
August 6, 2019 By Ellen Kriz
The U.S. International Trade Commission determined that imports of steel propane cylinders from China and Thailand are being traded at less than fair value.
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What to remember in propane cylinder transportation
January 29, 2019 By John Barnett
John Barnett of U-Haul International offers propane cylinder transportation safety reminders for retailers and customers.
Read More Ferrellgas acquires two Blue Rhino barbecue tank distributors
October 12, 2018 By Joe McCarthy
Ferrellgas acquired Salathe Gas Co. and North Star Exchange Inc., two third-party distributors of the company’s Blue Rhino barbecue tank exchange division.
Read More Hexagon Ragasco North America Inc.
February 23, 2018 By LP Gas
The Southeastern Showcase section features companies exhibiting at the Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, including Viking Cylinders by Hexagon Ragasco.
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Worthington Industries acquires pressure cylinder manufacturer
July 11, 2017 By Megan Smalley
Worthington Industries acquired Amtrol, a manufacturer of pressure cylinders and water system tanks.
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Flame King recalls refillable 1-pound propane cylinders
May 30, 2017 By Megan Smalley
Flame King notified U-Haul that its refillable 1-pound propane cylinder is subject to an immediate safety recall.
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