In the June 2019 issue of The Blue Flame Pilot: Priorities at Propane Days | National Forklift Safety Day

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GET SOCIAL CURRENT ISSUE EVENTS PERC Council Meeting July 17-18 Lake Tahoe, California NPGA Technology, Standards & Safety Committee Meeting Sept. 8-10 Baltimore NPGA Benchmarking Council Meeting (Group 1) Sept. 12-13 St. Louis NPGA Benchmarking Council Meeting (Group 2) Sept. 19-20 St. Louis World LPG Forum & European Congress Sept. 24-26 Amsterdam, Netherlands NPGA Board of Directors Meeting Sept. 29-Oct. 1 Farmington, Pennsylvania Attention LP Gas email subscribers As of next month, this e-newsletter will be sent from lpgas@ncm-insights.com. Please add us to your email contacts or ask your IT department to whitelist us. IN THE LEAD BROUGHT TO YOU BY BLUE COW SOFTWARE Propane Days 2019: What the industry prioritized on Capitol Hill The National Propane Gas Association held its annual Propane Days lobbying event earlier this month. Learn how this year’s issues are impacting alternative fuels and addressing driver shortages. [ read more ] A CLOSER LOOK: PROPANE-POWERED EQUIPMENT What new survey data reveals about propane-powered mowers Propane Education & Research Council surveys demonstrate the growth opportunities available to propane marketers who build partnerships in the landscaping industry. MORE FROM THE SURVEYS: Landscape contractors survey | Outdoor power equipment dealers survey SPONSORED CONTENT How to replace mechanical seal in sliding vane pumps Corken has a new seal installation toolkit for all sliding vane pumps. This video covers safety tips, disassembly and assembly, seal replacement, storage guidelines and lubrication procedures for Corken’s Z-Model sliding vane pumps. [ watch more ] NEWS latest headlines from LPGASMAGAZINE.COM National Forklift Safety Day reinforces importance of industry safety The Industrial Truck Association held its sixth annual National Forklift Safety Day on June 11. The event serves as an opportunity for forklift manufacturers to highlight the safe use of forklifts, the value of operator training and the need for daily equipment checks. [ read more ] PERC announces forklift safety resource on National Forklift Safety Day In conjunction with National Forklift Safety Day, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) unveiled a collection of safety resources on its website’s new landing page, propane.com/safetyfirst, dedicated to forklift safety. [ read more ] PERC, ITA meet to discuss propane’s role in the forklift market Members of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), the Industrial Truck Association (ITA), manufacturers, suppliers and propane industry members came together for a joint meeting to discuss ways to defend and grow propane’s share of the forklift market. [ read more ] READ OTHER UPDATES • EDP names general managers for two Ohio operations • Crystal Flash acquires Kohley’s Superior Propane • AltaGas opens first marine export facility in Canada • GPA Midstream president and CEO set to retire • PERC approves projects ahead of 2019 Propane Expo • VW Trust Resource Center highlights autogas bus benefits • DCC acquires Pacific Coast Energy • Tank Utility selects two vice presidents • NPGA adds manager to legislative affairs staff • Anova acquires Intelligent Sensing Anywhere INDUSTRY VOICES Curing the causes of cavitation Cavitation suppression liner eliminates the vibration, excessive noise and pump-component damage that occurs as the result of cavitation. Learn about cavitation and how it can affect the performance of all pumps. [ read more ] PRODUCT SHOWCASE view more at LPGASMAGAZINE.COM/PRODUCTS Filler valve lock designed to withstand all weather Lock America added weather-resistant filler valve locks designed for underground installations and harsh weather conditions to its product line. Read more about this weather-resistant model. [ read more ] LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT Join us Oct. 7-9 in Orlando, Florida, for the LP Gas Growth Summit The LP Gas Growth Summit brings together propane retailer decision-makers and vendor partners for one-on-one meetings and other networking opportunities.  [ learn more about the event ] [ apply to attend ] LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT PARTNER SPOTLIGHTS Cargas Cargas Energy is leading software and mobile technology for propane, heating oil and HVAC companies with tools for customer account management, fuel delivery, HVAC service, cylinder exchange, and more. [ read more ] Reliable Horsepower by IIS If you need Reliable Horsepower from Propane fuel for Irrigation or other Agriculture related applications, Generator sets, or other Industrial applications then make IIS your first call. [ read more ] Otodata Otodata is revolutionizing the industry by making large-scale remote tank-level monitoring affordable for all fuel suppliers. Our award-winning tank-level monitors are precise, easy to install, compatible with all read-ready dial-equipped tanks. [ read more ] LP GAS HALL OF FAME Submit a nomination for the LP Gas Hall of Fame LP Gas inducted four new members into the LP Gas Hall of Fame this year in Atlanta. We’re already preparing to add to this illustrious group in 2020, and we’re asking for you to join the nomination process. Tell us who you think deserves this honor. [ submit your nomination here ] FROM THE MAGAZINE → Strategy is key to effective safety training → Rick Roldan’s NPGA exit interview → 10 ways to secure propane business websites

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