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APRIL 16, 2020
 
  IN THE LEAD
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Propane industry adjusts to COVID-19 effects
 
The coronavirus has taken a toll on industries across the world, but the propane industry continues to keep calm and carry on. Read more about how companies are continuing to provide for customers while protecting employees.
 
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What the propane industry is saying about COVID-19
 
As the coronavirus pandemic moves into April, the LP Gas team is sharing information from its conversations with propane industry members in a state-by-state timeline. Find out what industry members are saying.
 
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  CLOSER LOOK: WINTER RECAP
 
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Preparation eases pressure points this past heating season
 
Marketers unite to fulfill fertile fall crop drying load and meet heating demands during the relatively mild 2019-20 winter. Read more about the season.
 
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  NEWS
 
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CARES Act provides relief for propane businesses, customers
 
Included in the legislation was $900 million in emergency contingency funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which helps impoverished Americans pay for their heating and cooling bills.
 
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DHS categorizes propane personnel as essential workers
 
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released guidance on essential workers for local authorities considering “shelter-in-place” ordinances. Find out more details about the guidance.
 
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Stoops Freightliner leader put people, relationships first
 
Jim Ham, vice president of operations at North American truck dealership Stoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer, died April 5 from complications of the COVID-19 coronavirus. He was 66.
 
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EDP adds regional vice president
 
Energy Distribution Partners (EDP) hired Robert Ragle to serve as regional vice president of the eastern region of the United States. Read more about the experience he brings. 
 
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NPGA fills four leadership positions
 
The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) hired four women to fill leadership roles between October 2019 and February 2020. Learn more about each new hire.
 
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  POPULAR FROM LPGASMAGAZINE.COM
 
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Ranking the Top Propane Retailers
 
Here you can find rankings for overall, multi-state and single-state independent retailers, as well as statistics and information for each top retailer.
 
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  INDUSTRY VOICES
 
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Propane and the ‘new world’ of
COVID-19

 
The National Propane Gas Association pulled the plug on its flagship event, April's Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo. Read what President and CEO Steven Kaminski had to say about the decision.
 
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  PRODUCT SHOWCASE
 
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Palfinger unveils new boom tip lights for service cranes
 
Palfinger says its boom tip lights have a wide illumination zone, capable of covering 2,700 sq. ft. at a 30-ft. radius, with fewer blind spots and shadows.
 
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  VIDEO SPOTLIGHT
 
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AmeriGas safety expert explains the challenges of training a large workforce
 
Chris Wagner, director of compliance and regulatory affairs for AmeriGas, discusses common challenges retailers face when training employees, and offers some advice.
 
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  FROM THE MAGAZINE
 
 
 
In the Know: Communicating during a crisis
 
While the COVID-19 emergency plays out, learn more about the value of open and consistent communication.
 
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How to keep your business safe from cyberattacks
 
Cyberattacks often happen unexpectedly and can throw a company out of its digital comfort zone. Check out some tips for ensuring web safety.
 
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Educating personnel, the public about face seal inspection
 
Randy Warner outlines what your customers should know about face seal inspection requirements in the 2020 edition of NFPA 58.
 
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