Faces & Places: July 2019

August 16, 2019 By LP Gas

Snapshots from the around the propane industry including a look at Otodata celebrating LPG day, PMAK members at Propane Days and more

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Moving forward with truck safety

August 13, 2019 By Ellen Kriz

New bobtail designs mitigate back up risks and enhance all-around bobtail safety.

This article is tagged with Blueline bobtail, Jason Soulon, John Hawkins, safety, truck supplement, Westmor Industries and posted in Current Issue, Featured

The rules established by industry organizations, as well as our own safety policies, are in place for a reason – to keep us safe. iStock.com/Olivier Le Moal

Government influence on your truck fleet

August 12, 2019 By LP Gas

The latest on legal and regulatory issues that could impact your company’s trucking fleet and drivers from the National Propane Gas Association.

This article is tagged with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), government, LP gas, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), NPGA, Sarah Reboli, truck supplement and posted in Current Issue, Featured

8.2 billion gallons of propane were sold in the United States during the warm 2017. Photo by Joe McCarthy

Is it time to buy a bobtail?

August 9, 2019 By Jeff Thompson and Cooper Wilburn

Propane Resources’ Jeff Thompson and Cooper Wilburn explain tax code updates that may incentivize propane retailers to make equipment investments.

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Eliminate cavitation by eliminating vapor. Photo courtesy of Blackmer

Addressing cavitation, other pump challenges

August 8, 2019 By Geoff VanLeeuwen

Cavitation issues can be devastating for pump components and lead to system failure. It is crucial for propane retailers to get ahead of any problems.

This article is tagged with Blackmer, Pump Solutions Group (PSG), pumps and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue

Maintaining clean and properly placed placards should be done daily. Photo by Joe McCarthy

Tuning up your bobtail for peak performance

August 6, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Follow a thorough maintenance checklist regularly to keep your company’s bobtail fleet up and running efficiently year round.

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Converting your fleet to run on propane autogas saves money and time for your drivers. Photo by Allison Barwacz

Evolving your trucks to operate on autogas

August 5, 2019 By Joe McCarthy

Fueling your company’s trucks with propane autogas provides business benefits and promotes your own fuel.

This article is tagged with Agility Fuel Solutions, Alliance AutoGas, autogas, Blossman Gas, Ed Hoffman, Freightliner, Icom North America, Roush CleanTech, todd mouw, truck supplement and posted in Current Issue, Featured

How to handle a premature valve closure

August 2, 2019 By Ernie Reed

Ernie Reed describes equipment propane retailers can use to prevent the liquid internal valve from snapping shut during LPG product transfer.

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Winter 2019 brought weather challenges, but supply lines hold steady to maintain service. Photo: iStock.com/AlbertPego

In the Know: Safety tips when facing severe weather

August 1, 2019 By Tamera Kovacs

Propane Resources outlines the steps propane retailers should take when severe weather is threatening their operations.

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Root cause analysis can ward off accidents

July 30, 2019 By John McCoy

John V. McCoy offers a holistic approach to accident response at your propane business.

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