On Monday afternoon, June 12, several propane tanks exploded, sparking a sizable fire in a small metal building near Great Bend, Kansas. The incident occurred around 3:45 pm in the rural Barton County area’s 200 block of SE Road. The explosions caused significant damage to the 40-by-60-foot wood-frame metal building, exposing several additional propane tanks… Continue reading Propane Tank Explosion Causes Fire in Rural Kansas County
To inform delivery fleets of the benefits of using propane autogas for better service and sustainability, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has launched a dedicated website, Propane.com/Delivery-Trucks. This comprehensive resource hub provides a wealth of data to help fleet owners adopt propane autogas by highlighting its advantages and showcasing successful examples from industry… Continue reading PERC Launches Propane.com/ Delivery-Trucks: Sustainable Fleet Resource Hub
During a panel discussion at the STN EXPO, three school districts at various stages of adopting propane school buses joined forces to share their experiences. The session, supported by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), focused on our shared commitment to zero-emission transportation. For successful alternative fuel adoption, Steven Whaley, director of autogas business… Continue reading Propane School Bus Success Stories at STN EXPO Panel
The eagerly awaited 2023 Business Tech Conference (BTC), hosted by ADD Systems (Advanced Digital Data, Inc.), recently occurred, making it the most significant event the software company has ever hosted. Over 600 people attended the conference, which celebrated ADD Systems’ 50th anniversary and had 25 exhibitors. The event lasted a week and was held at… Continue reading ADD Systems Celebrates Largest User Conference Yet, Showcasing New Software Enhancements and Industry Innovation
Seven adults and seven children were forced to leave their townhomes after a fire in Prince William County, Virginia affected four of the properties. Authorities have identified the fire’s origin as a propane grill. Fire departments were called to the 12000 block of Malvern Way on June 11 at around 3:30 p.m. due to a… Continue reading Propane Grill Fire Damages Four Townhomes in Prince William County, Virginia
As the second week of the Hawaii Gas workers’ strike begins, gas shortages are increasing, impacting customers. Residents of Kona have reported that a dozen or so local eateries have temporarily stopped serving food due to the strike. Hawaii Gas responded to the complaints by stating on Saturday that the Big Island is a priority… Continue reading Gas Shortages Continue as Hawaii Gas Workers’ Strike Enters Second Week
Bryce Mainville has been promoted to national sales manager of Jomar Valve’s gas division, a well-known North American manufacturer and supplier of valve solutions. Mainville has demonstrated his exceptional abilities in spotting opportunities, paving the way, and steering strategic business decisions throughout his nearly 15-year career at the company. Mainville has held several positions at… Continue reading Bryce Mainville Promoted to National Sales Manager of Jomar Valve’s Gas Division
Propane marketers have many responsibilities, including meeting regulatory compliance requirements and ensuring the safety of their team members. Regular safety meetings are essential to fulfill these obligations and document compliance. Recommended Frequency for Propane Safety Meetings To maintain safety standards, propane safety experts recommend conducting safety meetings on a monthly basis. However, the frequency may… Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide to Organizing and Documenting Monthly Safety Meetings
A residence on the West Side of Manchester, New Hampshire caught fire late Wednesday night, June 7, severely damaging the building and a 250-pound propane tank. According to the Manchester Fire Department, the tank’s relief valve melted due to the fire, releasing pressurized fuel into the flames. The 30 McClintock Street house in the Varney… Continue reading Propane Tank Fire Damages Home on West Side of Manchester, New Hampshire
Firefighters from Moline, Illinois diligently battled to extinguish a fire that broke out Thursday night, June 8, at Gold Star FS, a propane company located at 2607 4th Avenue, assisted by mutual aid from five other Quad-City departments. Homes in the 2500–2700 block of 4th Avenue were evacuated due to fears of explosions, with Moline… Continue reading Firefighters Battle Blaze at Moline Propane Company; Evacuations Lifted
After allegedly engaging in a violent altercation in which he repeatedly threw a propane tank at a car, a man from Belington, West Virginia is now being charged. According to a criminal complaint, the incident happened on Hanging Rock Road, and the West Virginia State Police responded. According to reports, the suspect, 50-year-old Brian Mayle,… Continue reading Belington, West Virginia Man Arrested for Assault and Property Destruction After Propane Tank Attack
The acquisition of Tekelek Europe Ltd. by Rochester Sensors, a top designer and producer of liquid-level sensors and gauges, has been finalized. This tactical move is a part of Rochester’s long-term plan to diversify its liquid-level sensor business while expanding its technical capabilities and global reach. Rochester has now successfully acquired four firms involved in… Continue reading Rochester Sensors Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Tekelek Europe Ltd.
Dramatic findings are revealed in a new State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief, which includes illuminating developments and trends in sustainable fleets. The report’s noteworthy highlights are as follows: 1. Emission Reduction Mandates: To promote cleaner transportation, the federal government and California have implemented regulations that call for an 80% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions… Continue reading Critical Findings Revealed on Sustainable Fleets
The importance of having written driving policies in place and regularly communicating them to all drivers in propane businesses is being emphasized by Federated Insurance. According to Federated Insurance, some propane company owners have been seen to have driving policies but fail to communicate them effectively to their staff. Senior District Marketing Manager at Federated… Continue reading National Propane Insurance Company Highlights the Importance of Written Policies for Propane Marketers
World Caring Day was recently observed with several cleanup projects across the country by Suburban Propane Partners, L.P., a top national distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil, and related products and services. The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community involvement was demonstrated by these initiatives to clean up open spaces,… Continue reading Suburban Propane Celebrates World Caring Day with Nationwide Clean-Up Initiatives
Learning new things and doing research is very easy in the digital age. We can quickly and easily access information with search engines like Google. Additionally, this offers businesses a fantastic chance to reach a larger online audience. According to Dave Meyer, president of BizzyWeb and a certified Google trainer, knowing how customers find your… Continue reading Boost Your Online Presence with Google: Insights from a Certified Trainer
A propane tank explosion at a former industrial building owned by the Omaha Public Schools (OPS) on Monday resulted in severe injuries to a forklift operator, which is a worrying incident. After the explosion happened at the former U.S. Mills Inc. complex at 4301 N. 30th St. just before noon, the burned OPS employee was… Continue reading Forklift Operator Injured in Propane Tank Explosion at Former OPS Building
Direct interactions with customers at their homes, places of business, or factories are significant to the propane marketing sector. However, these interactions have inherent risks, particularly when workers enter private property or interact with customers in a store or bulk plant. A recent trial in Dallas highlights the significance of careful employee hiring procedures and… Continue reading Ensuring Employee Safety and Risk Mitigation in the Propane Marketing Industry
Regulations governing entry-level driver training went into effect last year on February 7, 2022, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Candidates for a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) or a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) must adhere to these rules. The Administrative Compliance… Continue reading Propane Industry Adapts to FMCSA Regulations with ACE Services for Driver Training
On Monday, June 5, the Orangeburg (South Carolina) Department of Public Safety Fire Department sprang into action when they got word of a propane leak on Cannon Bridge Road. A 30,000-gallon propane tank was spewing gas into the air, causing quite a commotion. Their attempts to stop the leak were in vain, so the Orangeburg… Continue reading Orangeburg, South Carolina Emergency Crews Address Propane Leak on Cannon Bridge Road
The Washington State Building Code Council just hit the pause button on their statewide mandate for electric heat pumps in new buildings. Why is this? It turns out that a coalition, including our very own National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), filed a lawsuit that put a temporary hold on this electrifying plan. That is great… Continue reading The Washington State Building Code Council Pumps the Brakes on Electrification Mandate, Giving Propane Companies a Breath of Fresh Air
Many professionals in the propane industry have characterized the recently ended 2022–2023 winter heating season in the United States as mild. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has provided data supporting this assertion. The EIA estimates that U.S. propane consumption during the winter season averaged 0.986 million barrels per day (bpd), the lowest winter heating… Continue reading Mild Winter Leads to Lowest U.S. Propane Consumption on Record
A strike by hundreds of unionized Hawaii Gas workers has sparked worries about possible service interruptions for the state’s hotel and restaurant sectors and other major gas consumers. Hawaii Gas, which serves residential and commercial properties, is the only gas utility in the state with a franchise, with more than 70,000 customers. The Hawaii Teamsters… Continue reading Potential Gas Service Disruptions and How It Affects Local Propane Industry
A propane leak at a propane station on Shelton Road recently caused evacuations and other precautions in Crawford County, Indiana. Andrew Bye, emergency management director, oversaw the response and ensured locals were safe. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office verified that the leak did not cause explosions or injuries. However, some people were told to leave… Continue reading Propane Leak Incident in Crawford County Prompts Evacuations
A proactive strategy is being used by Paraco, a top propane supplier in Waterbury, to address the problem of propane tank waste. The grilling season officially began over the Memorial Day weekend, and Paraco has seen a spike in demand for propane tanks. However, the firm’s dedication to sustainability extends beyond merely offering tanks. For… Continue reading Paraco’s Propane Tank Refurbishing Efforts Reduce Waste and Carbon Footprint
During a meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) recently chose Chris DeFilippo of Superior Plus as its new chairman. The council also decided on its final slate of officers, which included Stuart Weidie of Blossman Gas as the immediate past chairman, Joe McGinn of Energy Transfer as the vice chairman… Continue reading New Officers and Funding Approved at PERC Meeting
In recent years, stakeholders in the industry have faced many challenges as they transitioned to propane autogas. Despite the wild ride, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) emphasizes that autogas currently has the lowest total cost of ownership for fleets of vehicles. Additionally, the increase in the price of gasoline and diesel has highlighted… Continue reading Driving Forward: Propane Autogas in an Ever-Changing Landscape
TikTok has a possible solution if you’re wondering how much propane is left in your tank. Life hacks shared on the popular social media platform have revolutionized daily routines. Can you use their simple trick involving hot water to determine your propane level? The Propane Level Trick with Hot Water Tik Tokers say you only… Continue reading TikTok Hack for Checking Propane Levels… is it Legit?
Real estate and property value play a critical role and impact the sale of a propane business. Making a good first impression on potential customers requires presenting your business visually, just like when selling a project car. The upkeep of your property’s appearance is equally crucial, much like investing in new tires, new paint, and… Continue reading Unlocking Value: Real Estate in Selling Your Propane Business
Paraco Gas, based in Waterbury, Connecticut, has taken remarkable strides in tackling the issue of discarded propane tanks ending up in landfills. With their commitment to reducing waste and reusing existing containers, they have invested in a cutting-edge facility that refurbishes over two million propane tanks per year. In their latest endeavor, Paraco introduced a… Continue reading Paraco’s Innovative Robot Solves Propane Tank Waste Problem
