NPGA, congressman discuss Jones Act

April 5, 2018 By Brian Richesson

While U.S. Rep. John Faso, R-New York, supports amending the Jones Act, easing or repealing the rules could be difficult due to bipartisan support and maritime interests.

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Tank Utility to release dashboards at NPGA convention

April 4, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

The efficiency and benchmarking dashboards are extensions of the company’s solution that includes hardware, software and a consumer-facing mobile app along with marketing services for its customers.

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Mariner East 1 operations temporarily suspended

April 4, 2018 By Brian Richesson

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission authorized an emergency order to temporarily suspend pipeline activity after sinkholes developed near the pipeline in southeastern Pennsylvania.

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Florida company offers discount on fiberglass cylinders

April 3, 2018 By Clara Richter

There is no upgrade charge for the premium version.

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Tank Utility names COO, appoints two to management roles

April 2, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

Technology industry veteran Gary Clarke will join Tank Utility as COO. Collin Sullivan will serve as business development manager and Chris Barblc will serve as senior director of marketing.

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Forklift sales on the rise in 2017

April 2, 2018 By Clara Richter

The 2017 sales numbers exceeded most industry expectations, according to Brian Feehan, president of the Industrial Truck Association.

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ThompsonGas acquires northern Minnesota propane retailer

March 30, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

ThompsonGas acquired North Shore Oil & Propane and will now serve its residential, commercial and industrial customers.

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Power Solutions International receives EPA certification

March 29, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

The certification covers both stationary and mobile, non-road applications for constant speed operation on pipeline quality propane and natural gas.

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Roush CleanTech receives engine certification from EPA, CARB

March 28, 2018 By Joe McCarthy

Until 2018 model year, alternative fuel vehicles were exempt from the heavy duty-onboard diagnostics certification, but are now held to the same requirements as gasoline vehicles.