In the March 16 issue of The Blue Flame Pilot: PERC relaunches national consumer education campaign | Additional hours-of-service regulations blocked

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GET SOCIAL CURRENT ISSUE EVENTS The Work Truck Show March 14-17 Indianapolis GPA Midstream Convention April 9-12 San Antonio M-PACT April 18-20 Indianapolis PERC Meeting April 20 Nashville, Tennessee LP Gas Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony April 20 Nashville, Tennessee NPGA Propane Expo April 21-23 Nashville, Tennessee IN THE LEAD PERC relaunches national consumer education campaign The Propane Education & Research Council’s (PERC) multimedia campaign featuring Blue the dog is moving into its second year at $8.2 million. Learn about the key decisions PERC faces as it moves forward with the campaign. [ read more ] A CLOSER LOOK [ Regulatory report ] Additional hours-of-service regulations blocked The U.S. Department of Transportation’s inspector general released a research study that prevents the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration from implementing additional regulations on hours-of-service requirements. Get more details on the development. [ read more ] Update on cylinder requalification The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has formally accepted the National Propane Gas Association's (NPGA) petition for rulemaking to return the cylinder requalification period to 12 years for Department of Transportation-specification cylinders, NPGA reports. NPGA says the action only initiates the rulemaking process and is not a final rule. [ read how the original requalification rule changed earlier this year ] NEWS latest headlines from LPGASMAGAZINE.COM Propane autogas vehicle sales rise in 2016 Propane autogas vehicle sales increased by almost 8 percent in 2016 compared with 2015 sales figures, the Propane Education & Research Council reports. Get more details on the increased sales. [ read more ] Autogas school bus registrations increase 10 percent in 2016 Research compiled by the Propane Education & Research Council and IHS Markit’s new vehicle registration figures shows that more than 12,000 propane autogas school buses were in operation at public and private school districts at the start of 2017. [ read more ] OTHER HEADLINES • New Blue Rhino leader among Ferrellgas executive changes • Bergquist announces ownership change • MFA Oil acquires Ford Oil Co. • RegO offers solutions for filler valve disconnection issue • PERC expands quick-connect nozzle incentive program • Ferrellgas acquires Southern California retailer SPONSORED CONTENT Watch: Remotely monitor your propane tanks and meters with OWL Why is OWL the best way to remotely monitor your propane tanks and meters? An IoT product developed by Technology Assurance Labs, OWL provides a 3G cellular radio or a fixed wireless solution – whichever works best for you – and is the most economical solution for your business. [ learn more ] INDUSTRY VOICES Is it me or are the roads less safe? According to the National Safety Council, the number of motor vehicle deaths across the United States totaled 40,200 in 2016. Industry professionals who transport propane share experiences they’ve had on the road and how they’re combatting the issue. [ read more ] PRODUCT SHOWCASE view more at LPGASMAGAZINE.COM/PRODUCTS Mobile delivery solution features large, touchscreen display Advanced Digital Data Inc., a supplier of software solutions for energy distribution companies, launched its Raven software mobile delivery solution on Panasonic Toughpad tablets. Learn about the features of the product. [ read more ] LP GAS VIDEO SPOTLIGHT The benefits of using drones in the propane industry How can drones provide the greatest benefits to propane businesses? Roger Rosenbaum, president of Brand-News-Team, offers his opinion. [ read more ] LP GAS HALL OF FAME Purchase tickets for the 2017 LP Gas Hall of Fame induction ceremony It's not too late! Join the propane industry celebration at the LP Gas Hall of Fame induction ceremony April 20 in Nashville, Tennessee, prior to the NPGA Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo. Also, check out highlights from our 2016 LP Gas Hall of Fame induction ceremony to see what you've been missing. [ read more ] LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT Attention, retailers: Apply now to reserve your spot Unpredictable winters mean undependable gallon sales, creating a need for propane retailers to strengthen year-round demand areas and improve day-to-day operations. View our brochure to learn how your business can benefit from our exclusive buyer/seller networking event, set for Sept 18-20 in Orlando, Florida. Interested propane retailer decision-makers can complete our online application to be considered for the event. Spaces are limited. [ read more ]