In the April 27 issue of The Blue Flame Pilot: Propane Expo recap | Nashville/Atlanta rotation | Other takeaways

THE PROPANE INDUSTRY’S PREMIER INFORMATION SOURCE  •  APRIL 27, 2017 ENEWS ARCHIVE

GET SOCIAL CURRENT ISSUE EVENTS Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo May 1-4 Long Beach, California NPGA Benchmarking Council (Groups G-L) May 4-5 Dallas Western Propane Trade Show & Convention May 17-19 Reno, Nevada Mid-States Expo June 12-15 Kansas City, Missouri IN THE LEAD The Propane Expo's transition between Nashville and Atlanta Tim Esterling, chairman of the NPGA Conventions Committee and marketing trade show coordinator at Westmor Industries, discusses the Propane Expo's move to Nashville, Tennessee, and how it's impacted the show. Find out what he had to say about the show’s move back to Atlanta in 2018. [ watch the video ] A CLOSER LOOK [ Educational sessions ] NPGA provides update on regulatory issues The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) hosted a fast-track session at the Propane Expo to discuss the impacts that both new and anticipated federal regulations will have on the industry. Get a rundown on the regulations. [ read more ] Propane market outlook: positive with challenges Lower propane prices, a stronger economy, growth in the housing sector and new applications and engines available to the market make the propane industry a good place for retailers to grow their businesses. Mike Sloan, principal at ICF, delivered the mostly positive outlook for propane during a session at the Propane Expo in Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more about possible growth markets in the industry. [ read more ] NEWS latest headlines from LPGASMAGAZINE.COM S2G propane bobtail forum opens lines of communication A forum focused on Freightliner Custom Chassis S2G challenges and opportunities drew more than 100 attendees during the Propane Expo in Nashville, Tennessee. Read some takeaways from the session. [ read more ] OTHER HEADLINES • Session offers propane industry insights into motor vehicle accidents • Retailers, association execs discuss gallon growth • LP Gas magazine welcomes Rita Pecilunas as sales, marketing specialist • PERC relaunches national consumer education campaign • Product and service information from leading exhibitors SPONSORED CONTENT Watch: It’s 10 a.m. Do you know where your tanks are? Better yet, do you know how your assets are doing? Are they certified, full and ready for your next big order? Or are they almost empty and ready to be scrapped? If you’re tired of losing time, money and sleep over your assets, Ditech has a simple app that can really help. [ learn more about the app ] INDUSTRY VOICES Task force offers best practices to retain new hires Alex Gresham, director of human development at Blossman Gas and a member of the National Propane Gas Association’s workforce development task force, offered tips for retaining new hires at an educational session during the Propane Expo. Find out what he had to say. [ read more ] PRODUCT SHOWCASE view more at LPGASMAGAZINE.COM/PRODUCTS Propane regulators updated, simplified to help technicians RegO updated its Series LV4403, LV404B4 and LV404B9 LP gas regulators based on feedback from service technicians in the field. Get more details on the features of the regulators. [ read more ] LP GAS HALL OF FAME 2017 class celebrated in Nashville; 2018 nominations open LP Gas magazine inducted four new members into the LP Gas Hall of Fame this year in Nashville, Tennessee, bringing its total membership to 32. We’re already preparing to add to this group in 2018, and we’re asking for you to join the nomination process. Tell us whom you think deserves this honor. [ nominate someone here ] LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT Attention, propane 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. [ apply now ]