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Flanged internal valve in the closed position. (Image courtesy of Cavagna Group)

How internal valves support safe bobtail deliveries

July 5, 2023 By

Randy Warner, product safety manager at Cavagna North America, discusses the operation and safety of internal valves on propane bobtails.

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Understand enforcement’s perspective on mergers

June 15, 2023 By

Richard Fredenberg offers an overview of how violations and penalties are handled after an ownership transition.

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How meters measure gas

May 9, 2023 By

Randy Warner outlines what you need to know about gas meters, including the latest developments in measurement technology.

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Lessons learned during field inspections of propane operations

March 30, 2023 By

Throughout his career as North Carolina’s LP gas engineer, Richard Fredenburg has noted memorable misconceptions expressed during propane operation inspections.

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Strengthen the security of physical, digital infrastructure

March 2, 2023 By

Taking time to think about your security plans, both physical and digital, can make a difference in keeping your facilities and data safe.

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Dig into transfer bulkhead design

February 2, 2023 By

Richard Fredenburg looks at how safety and technological development in the propane industry have impacted transfer bulkhead design.

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Propane terminology to know

January 5, 2023 By

Out of gas, interruption of service, leak check, pressure test: What do they mean? Randy Warner reviews propane terminology you need to know.

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This propane tank is placed too closely to a retail storage and services building. (Photo by Richard Fredenburg)

Avoid common code violations when installing propane containers

December 2, 2022 By

Richard Fredenburg advises propane retailers: Follow the rules for tank and dispenser locations, and everyone will be safer.

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Know the safety features of propane autogas systems

October 26, 2022 By

Learn key safety features of propane autogas equipment with an overview from Randy Warner, product safety manager for Cavagna North America.

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Understand automatic changeover regulators

August 12, 2022 By

Randy Warner explains the functions of an automatic changeover regulator and how to operate multi-cylinder systems safely.

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