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NPGA Explores Alternatives Following FMCSA’s Denial of Hours-of-Service Exemption

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently rejected the National Propane Gas Association’s (NPGA) request for a five-year special exemption to federal hours-of-service (HOS) regulations, which resulted in a setback. This denial, received in September 2022, prompted NPGA to reassess its approach and explore alternative solutions. The discussions between FMCSA and NPGA revolved around… Continue reading NPGA Explores Alternatives Following FMCSA’s Denial of Hours-of-Service Exemption

Propane: The Hot Choice for Commercial and Industrial Water Heating

Regarding heating water in commercial and industrial applications, propane is quickly becoming the go-to choice for businesses nationwide. Why? Because propane is a cost-effective and efficient fuel source that provides reliable hot water, making it the perfect solution for businesses that need a steady hot water supply to run their operations. Propane-powered water heaters can… Continue reading Propane: The Hot Choice for Commercial and Industrial Water Heating

Understanding Essential Propane Terminology for Safety and Compliance

It is imperative to be conversant with basic propane jargon while speaking with coworkers and customers in the propane sector. Maintaining compliance and safety requirements is facilitated by adequately using these terminologies. Out of gas The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 54, 2021 edition and NFPA 58, 2020 edition do not use the phrase “out… Continue reading Understanding Essential Propane Terminology for Safety and Compliance

Company App to Grow Your Business

Isn’t It Time You Had Your App to Grow Sell Your Services? We are living in an era of science and technology. Starting and managing a business has been made easier with the help of the internet, smartphones, and software. Today’s technology makes it easier for small family-owned businesses to grow and compete with the… Continue reading Company App to Grow Your Business

Stagnant Sales? It’s Time You Got a Custom Propane App for Your Business

The propane business is not what it used to be. You can no longer place an ad in the local directories, sit back, and wait for customers to call you for a new propane tank. Gone are the days when customers had a choice of a few companies to fulfill their energy needs. Today, there… Continue reading Stagnant Sales? It’s Time You Got a Custom Propane App for Your Business

New Propane Gauge Evolution & Innovation

Recently, at the World Propane Convention held in Houston, Texas, many new innovative solutions for the propane industry were unveiled. As our industry has been around for many decades, it is always exciting to see how we find ways to simplify and streamline. Getting to speak with the industry leaders who create the tools we… Continue reading New Propane Gauge Evolution & Innovation

Spotting Potential Challenges and Traversing Possible Problems with the Power of a Technological Tank

Tank spotting features alert professionals to potential Challenges problems before an event or crisis occurs. The propane and heating oil industry depends on many things, including safety. That includes regulatory compliance involving gas and leak checks, legal documentation, maintenance of the tanks themselves, and intelligence about the location, size, and fuel provider for each tank… Continue reading Spotting Potential Challenges and Traversing Possible Problems with the Power of a Technological Tank

Leverage the 34 Flavors of Fuel Delivery Technology

Most fuel delivery companies want to improve profits. But most of us had no idea that new technology could make such a dramatic difference. Take fuel delivery optimization (aka, in-vehicle computers or point-of-sale systems). There are now 34 different “flavors” to choose from. That provides plenty of options to find one that fits your company’s… Continue reading Leverage the 34 Flavors of Fuel Delivery Technology

Optimize Propane Operational Efficiency for Improved Profits

Many of us annually look for new ways to improve profits. Often, we look at our operations to see where we can squeeze out some additional savings. Fortunately, many new technology tools have come out to help us “get there.” Suppose you’ve gone to a trade show recently. In that case, you may have been… Continue reading Optimize Propane Operational Efficiency for Improved Profits

Latest Fuel Industry Apps

More propane and petroleum marketers benefit from cutting-edge technology in the form of innovative apps that handle everything from geo-location, on-site invoicing, safety inspections, Sales improvements, marketing automation, and digital replacement of paper forms and documents. Hardly a week goes by without some new app rolling into the marketplace to help make business more profitable… Continue reading Latest Fuel Industry Apps

Low Tech Profit Booster

Sometimes using low-tech tips and tricks to improve profits work great and cost nothing. There are some real gems that it seems very few companies are using. Those who are using this low-tech trick love it. Why? Because it saves them $150,000 upfront and then more each year. Years ago, I scoffed at this “insider”… Continue reading Low Tech Profit Booster

Optimize Propane Operational Efficiency For Improved Profits

Many of us in the industry, annually look for new ways to improve profits. Often, we look at our operations to see where we can squeeze out some additional savings. Fortunately, it seems that many new technology tools have come out to help us “get there”. If you’ve gone to a trade show recently you… Continue reading Optimize Propane Operational Efficiency For Improved Profits

Ultimate Propane Marketing Guide

What would you do with a mailing list of all propane users in your marketplace including their tank size and present fuel provider? Have you ever wondered what you would do if you had that list? Wouldn’t a list like that be helpful in growing your business? Afterall, what is the most valuable asset every… Continue reading Ultimate Propane Marketing Guide