Ray Energy completed an expansion of its propane rail and transport facility on the border of New York and Vermont to meet the increased demand of its Northeastern customers. (Photo courtesy of Ray Energy)

Winter preview: Disruptive conditions persist

November 16, 2021 By James Guyette

This winter, propane companies are planning ahead to ease fears of price spikes and supply shortages, among other factors.

Propane cylinder plant photo courtesy of Worthington Industries

Employee volunteers help Worthington Industries navigate tight labor market

November 15, 2021 By Brian Richesson

When Worthington Industries experienced difficulties staffing its facilities, it sought volunteers within the company to fill roles on the production floor.

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NFPA 58 code changes in progress

November 12, 2021 By Richard Fredenburg

The NFPA Technical Committee on Liquefied Petroleum Gases is making changes to the LP gas code that will result in a new edition of NFPA 58 in 2023.

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The Nebraska Propane Gas Association promoted propane to the agriculture industry at Husker Days, a large-scale outdoor farm show. Photo by Lynne McNally

Propane Fuels America: Nebraska

November 12, 2021 By Carly Bemer

LP Gas’ yearlong Propane Fuels America series takes a deep dive into how each state benefits from the propane industry. Here’s our report on Nebraska.

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Takeaways from the 2021 Propane Expo

November 11, 2021 By Brian Richesson

The propane industry waited 2.5 years for the return of the National Propane Gas Association’s Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo.

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Line 5 gets Canadian support, protester pushback

November 10, 2021 By Brian Richesson

Line 5, which transports light oil and natural gas liquids that supply more than half of Michigan’s propane needs, was back in the news in October.

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EPIC Y-Grade pipelines placed in service

November 9, 2021 By Brian Richesson

EPIC Y-Grade completed its 165-mile pipeline from the EPIC Robstown, Texas, fractionation complex to the Sweeny, Texas, fractionation and storage complex.

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