Attendees in one of the three breakout sessions of the conference, “New Curriculum for New Employees,” hosted by PERC’s Emily Wood. Photo by Tyler Gunter

PERC highlights safety training, CETP updates at conference

January 30, 2020 By Tyler Gunter

The topics of discussion at the conference ranged from propane emergencies to code updates, but what piqued the most interest was the updated Certified Employee Training Program (CETP).

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Neglecting safety issues can give you the blues

January 30, 2020 By Stuart Flatow

Damage control isn’t the best marketing strategy, but a commitment to safety is “marketing gold.” Don’t shy away from relaying safety messages to customers.

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PERC president, CEO discusses importance of National Safety & Trainer’s Conference

January 28, 2020 By Tyler Gunter

President and CEO of PERC, Tucker Perkins, discusses the importance of the 2020 National Safety & Trainer’s Conference with LP Gas magazine.

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Remembering award winner, Hall of Famer Sam McTier

January 22, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Sam McTier, who died Jan. 11 at age 93, was known for his vast knowledge of the propane industry and its processes, and his passion for sharing it.

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5 takeaways from discussions with state propane associations

January 9, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Each company has a choice on its level of involvement in the propane industry. Each state association has a choice as to how it represents members.

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About 33 percent of all energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in the United States is from the production of electric power, according to the Energy Information Administration. Photo: xuanhuongho/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

When emotions drive energy policy

January 3, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke examines the decarbonization push across the country and where the movement will leave the propane industry.

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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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Agricultural producers and irrigation customers can utilize the new engines. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

PERC, IIS partner on engine aimed at multiple markets

December 20, 2019 By LP Gas

Collaborative effort between the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) and Industrial-Irrigation Services (IIS) results in options for agricultural and industrial applications.

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