Cultivating a place to learn

August 4, 2022 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council is directing industry members to its Learning Center for propane industry safety and training information.

This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), education, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), safety, Safety First column, training and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Propane inventory gets much-needed build

August 2, 2022 By Mark Rachal

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications with Cost Management Solutions, discusses the latest propane inventory builds.

This article is tagged with Conway, Cost Management Solutions, crude inventory, crude prices, Europe, gasoline, inventory, Mark Rachal, Mont Belvieu, natural gas, propane inventory, propane prices, propane supply, propane traders, safety, Top Propane Retailers, Trader's Corner, U.S. propane inventory and posted in Blue Flame Blog

Gasoline demand is influencing crude prices

July 26, 2022 By Mark Rachal

Trader’s Corner, a weekly partnership with Cost Management Solutions, analyzes propane supply and pricing trends. This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, explains why gasoline demand will influence the price of crude.

This article is tagged with Conway, Cost Management Solutions, crude inventory, crude prices, Europe, gasoline, inventory, Mark Rachal, Mont Belvieu, natural gas, propane inventory, propane prices, propane supply, propane traders, safety, Trader's Corner, U.S. propane inventory and posted in Blue Flame Blog

Medford accident leaves questions about supply

July 19, 2022 By Mark Rachal

Mark Rachal with Cost Management Solutions discusses the impact of the recent explosion at the ONEOK Medford, Oklahoma, fractionation plant.

This article is tagged with accidents, Conway, Cost Management Solutions, crude inventory, fractionation, fractionator, inventory, Mark Rachal, Midwest, Mont Belvieu, natural gas, Oklahoma, propane accidents, propane inventory, propane prices, propane supply, propane traders, safety, Trader's Corner, U.S. propane inventory and posted in Blue Flame Blog

Criminal charges may accompany civil litigation

July 14, 2022 By John McCoy

A criminal charge may accompany a civil charge in high-profile incidents, according to John McCoy, who breaks down criminal prosecution risks.

This article is tagged with John McCoy, legal, Legal Brief, McCoy Leavitt Laskey LLC, propane legal issues, safety and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

MPSC names new executive director

July 7, 2022 By Jesse Khalil

The Missouri Propane Safety Commission (MPSC) appointed Derek Poe as its executive director. Poe brings with him 15 years of industry experience.

This article is tagged with AmeriGas, Missouri, Missouri Propane Education & Research Council (MOPERC), Missouri Propane Gas Association (MPGA), propane industry, propane safety, safety and posted in News

Ray Murray Inc. to host 2022 Bobtail Roadeo

June 27, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Ray Murray Inc. is gearing up for its 2022 Bobtail Roadeo Tournament of Champions, set for Aug. 3 in Lee, Massachusetts.

This article is tagged with bobtail, bobtail drivers, driver safety, Ray Murray Inc. (RMI), safety and posted in News

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Meeting DOT bobtail inspection requirements

June 24, 2022 By Wes Sheppard

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires a monthly inspection of all cargo tank motor vehicles, also known as bobtails, in service.

This article is tagged with bobtail, Department of Transportation (DOT), P3 Propane Safety, safety and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Refresh your safety awareness

June 16, 2022 By Randy Warner

This June, National Safety Month foregrounds personal safety practices. Randy Warner gives an overview of the 2022 safety topics.

This article is tagged with Cavagna North America, Randy Warner, safety, Safety First column and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

LPG Spotlight: MS Propane

May 20, 2022 By Carly Bemer

A Missouri-based propane retailer is on the forefront of industry tech due to a unique partnership with its sister company.

This article is tagged with bobtail drivers, LPG Spotlight, propane trucks, safety and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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