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Protecting underground tanks with impressed current cathodic protection

January 25, 2026 By

Impressed current cathodic protection uses power from the grid or a local source and applies it to containers or pipelines.

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Preventing regulator freeze-up

December 20, 2025 By

Randy Warner shares how to prevent regulator freeze-up in propane operations in cold environments.

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Avoid issues with wheel stops and temperature correction

November 20, 2025 By

Richard Fredenburg shares safety considerations for propane professionals to keep in mind for the winter season.

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Understanding certification standards for propane products

October 25, 2025 By

Randy warner shares the difference between UL vs. ASME certifications.

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Why Ferrellgas is embracing new training standards early

August 1, 2025 By

Ferrellgas President Tamria Zertuche shares the company’s commitment to safety.

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Injury cost estimator underscores importance of a safety culture

July 17, 2025 By

OSHA tool can help an owner determine how much it might cost their company to cover certain workplace accidents.

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Changes coming to temperature compensation requirements

February 2, 2025 By

Richard Fredenburg, LP gas engineer at the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Standards Division, talks incoming changes to temperature-compensated dispensing.

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The role of technology in propane safety 

December 22, 2024 By

Looking ahead to 2025, it’s clear that technology will continue to play a vital role in shaping the propane industry.

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Proper propane tank placement and installation

November 28, 2024 By

California retailer Wildhorse Propane & Appliances offers practical advice for installing propane tanks.

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Recent safety violations: Remote devices, container distances

November 22, 2024 By

There have been recent safety violations of off-truck remote devices and required container locations.

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