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JULY 15, 2021
 
  IN THE LEAD
 
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Environmental playbook positions propane to prevail in a clean energy future
 
A task force of industry leaders developed a game plan to help all industry members tell propane’s environmental story more effectively. Learn more about the industry’s environmental messaging campaign in part one of a three-part series.
 
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RELATED: Propane council launches national brand for propane

RELATED: Canadian Propane Association’s rebrand highlights sustainability
 
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  CLOSER LOOK: TANK SUPPLY  
 
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Steel shortage curtails propane tank supplies
 
Propane marketers are being advised to order customer-bound propane tanks as soon as possible due to a shortage of steel and other key commodities. Find out more about the delays.
 
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  NEWS
 
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Forum brings industry together
to talk propane, policy

 
Policies and politics dominated much of the discussion during NPGA’s first in-person event since its winter board of directors meeting in February 2020. Learn about the industry’s latest policy and advocacy efforts.
 
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RELATED: NPGA: Dues increase to help arm industry against threats
 
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Cinch Munson
 
Oberon Fuels names Cinch Munson VP of commercial development
 
Oberon Fuels appointed Cinch Munson, formerly of the Propane Education & Research Council, as the company’s vice president of commercial development. Learn how his propane industry expertise will apply to his new role.
 
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Gray, Gray & Gray promotes six team members
 
Gray, Gray & Gray promoted Bill Constantopoulos to director of Sage Intacct & Advisory Practice and five others to various roles at the firm.
 
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McCamus and Carron
 
Superior Propane president retires, successor named
 
Superior Propane President Greg McCamus retired from the Mississauga, Ontario-based company, and Rick Carron was named the new president. Learn more about the transition.
 
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ThompsonGas names Carolinas area director
 
Sean Daugherty oversees the branches and operations in ThompsonGas’ Carolinas region. Learn about his nearly 30 years of experience in the propane industry.
 
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Growmark CEO set to retire
 
Jim Spradlin, CEO of Growmark, plans to retire at the end of February 2022. Learn about his accomplishments at Growmark and the company’s plans for the future.
 
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Superior Plus to acquire Kamps Propane in $240 million deal
 

Koppy’s acquires propane division
of Miller’s Gas & Oil Service

 

Cavagna Group jointly acquires
REPCo Group

 

 
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CHS helps 5 school districts implement propane-powered buses
 
Through its Brandon, South Dakota, retail locations, CHS has helped five area school districts transition to propane-powered school buses. Learn more about the propane autogas program.
 
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  LP GAS VIDEO SPOTLIGHT
 
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New NPGA chairman Bob Barry shares his plans for the association
 
Bob Barry, CFO of Bergquist Inc. in Toledo, Ohio, was sworn in as the new chairman of the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA). Hear from him about his goals in the new role.
 
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  INDUSTRY VOICES
 
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Marketers must keep an eye on the supply chain
 
The pandemic reportedly has obstructed the supply-and-demand chain and the labor force across industries, leading to short supply and high costs for many products. Learn how these trends are impacting the propane industry.
 
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  PRODUCT SHOWCASE
 
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Hose assembly developed for
high-pressure applications

 
The Smart-Hose Extreme Pressure PTFE hose assembly by Smart-Hose Technologies is designed to work with high-pressure PTFE hoses. Learn about the features of the assembly.
 
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  LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT
 
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2021 LP Gas Growth Summit open for applications
 
The LP Gas Growth Summit is an exclusive buyer/seller networking event in which propane retailers learn ways to diversify their offerings, improve efficiencies and grow gallons. This year’s event will be held Sept. 15-17 in Orlando, Florida.
 
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  LP GAS GROWTH SUMMIT PARTNER SPOTLIGHTS
 
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ADD Systems
 
ADD Systems offers comprehensive software specifically designed for the propane industry. Our one-stop solution includes A/R, dispatching and mobile delivery and service, wholesale, inventory, and BI reporting. ADD Energy E360, our latest customizable, browser-based user interface, gives users access from any device, any time. We also provide IT expertise with both hardware and cloud options.
 
Gray, Gray & Gray
 
An increasingly competitive market imposes demands on a propane company's management team that require more. More attention. More expertise. More opportunity. More solutions. As a consulting and accounting firm, Gray, Gray & Gray’s “Power of More” approach goes beyond the expected to anticipate challenges and identify emerging opportunities by adding value, speeding decision making, developing insights, creating advantages and driving success for your propane business.
 
Hiab
 
Hiab is the world’s leading provider of on-road load-handling equipment, intelligent services and digitally connected solutions. Hiab USA’s offering encompasses class-leading load-handling equipment, including Hiab loader cranes, MOFFETT truck-mounted forklifts and MULTILIFT hooklifts. The Hiab nationwide service network provides coast-to-coast services and support so that we can be where your customers need us, when our customers need us.
 
Industrial Propane Service Inc.
 
Industrial Propane Service Inc. provides propane plant construction and service, propane bobtails and UL-listed autogas dispensing systems. In addition, our sister company, IPS Equipment Inc., has three warehouse locations stocked with propane equipment to service the industry with high quality products such as RegO, Blackmer, LC, Worthington Industries cylinders and Quality Steel tanks.
 
Otodata
 
Otodata's tank level monitoring unit is easy to install and compatible with all read-ready dial-equipped tanks. We offer integrations support into our customers’ existing systems. For maximum efficiency, our monitors can be managed using our online portal. We also offer “Nee-Vo,” our mobile app for your clients so they can consult usage history and request refills from their smartphones. Also take advantage of our new HaaS program, and gain instant ROI with no upfront cost. Contact us, or come see us at the Growth Summit to learn more.
 
  FROM THE MAGAZINE
 
 
 
Propane Personality: Tamria Zertuche
Tamria Zertuche, COO of Ferrellgas, offers her insight on predicting customer expectations, the "rule of change" and more. Find out more about her role at Ferrellgas.
 
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Set a technology strategy
 
Technology is a key component of strategy, and you ought to have a technology strategy that fits into your overall business strategy, says Chris Caywood of Caywood Propane Gas Inc. Learn ways to develop a robust technology strategy.
 
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