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  • Equipment

    Hundreds Sign Up for Listing on Propane Equipment Dealer Database

    Washington, DC (May 3, 2017) — In just six months, nearly 500 outdoor power equipment dealers have been added to Propane Equipment Dealer Point. The free, searchable, online database, located at propane.com/dealer-point, allows landscape contractors to find local, knowledgeable dealers committed to selling propane-fueled mowers. The tool was launched last summer by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC). “That so many applications were submitted in such a short time shows that dealers see the value of being listed in the database as a way to drive more customers through their doors while differentiating their product offerings from the surrounding competition,” said Jeremy Wishart, PERC deputy director of business development. “Plus, contractors now have a way to easily find a local dealer who can provide...

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  • Feature Articles

    Enterprise Breaks Export, Import Record at Marine Terminals

    Enterprise Products Partners LP (Houston) announced in April that combined exports and imports of hydrocarbons across its marine terminals, including 18 deep-water docks along the Texas Gulf Coast, totaled a record-setting 146 MMbbl on a gross basis during the first quarter of 2017. The previous quarterly record was 136 MMbbl in the second quarter of 2016. The loading of NGLs, crude oil, condensate, refined products, and petrochemicals accounted for about 62 percent of total marine terminal volumes in the first quarter of 2017. Average daily marine terminal volumes by product for the first quarter—before accounting for net interest in joint ventures were: crude oil 648,000 bbld; NGLs 569,000 bbld; refined products 384,000 bbld; and petro-chemicals 15,000 bbld. “Our marine terminals reported a 16% increase in...

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  • Feature Articles

    Virginia School District Adds 24 Propane-Fueled Blue Bird School Buses

    NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (May 3, 2017) — For more than a decade, Newport News Public Schools has increased its focus on environmentally friendly and practical actions that reduce carbon emissions and ensure energy efficiency. The purchase of 24 Blue Bird Vision Propane school buses supports this initiative by reducing nitrogen oxide emissions by nearly 30,000 pounds and particulate matter by over 760 pounds each year compared with the diesel buses being replaced. “Propane autogas is the best choice for Newport News Public Schools because it’s economical, safe, environmentally friendly and offers many bus maintenance advantages,” said Shay Coates, director of transportation for Newport News Public Schools. “After two years of attending trade shows, meeting with bus manufacturers, and talking with colleagues in school districts that...

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  • Feature Articles

    New Powertrain Systems Business Unit To Focus on Global Propane Commercial Vehicle Market

    Costa Mesa, California (May 3, 2017) — Agility Fuel Solutions is broadening its product portfolio for global commercial vehicle OEMs by adding complete propane powertrain system capability. The company has created a new Powertrain Systems business unit to complement its existing natural gas high-pressure Fuel Systems and Cylinders/Europe business units. Powertrain Systems will focus initially on the development, certification and integration of low-pressure propane fuel systems for integration on OEM engines and vehicles. Long an established fuel in industrial vehicle markets, propane is becoming an increasingly popular fuel for commercial fleets because it reduces greenhouse gases without sacrificing performance. Propane vehicles have similar power, acceleration and cruising speed to gasoline vehicles with fuel that has a lower carbon content than gasoline, diesel and ethanol. “The...

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  • Feature Articles

    NPGA Southeastern Expo Recognized By Trade Show Executive’s “Fastest 50”

    WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 2, 2017) – The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has released figures for its 70th Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, which took place April 21–23, at Music City Center in Nashville. More than 4,000 individuals participated—remaining near last year’s all-time record of more than 4,100—while the nearly sold-out 180,000 sq. ft. exhibition hall grew to include more than 250 exhibiting organizations. The three-day annual event attracted participants from 48 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and 39 foreign countries and territories. The exhibit hall featured LP-gas appliance, equipment, and component manufacturers; vehicle fabricators; tank and cylinder manufacturers; computer hardware, software, and technical service providers; producers, brokers, and wholesalers of LP-gas; manufacturer’s representatives and wholesalers; propane transporters and stores;...

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  • Feature Articles

    Technician Friendly Regulator Updates Unveiled at NPGA Southeastern Convention

    Elon, NC (April 28, 2017) — It is an exciting time for RegO Products with the unveiling of a new series of “service technician-friendly” regulator innovations at the 70th NPGA Southeastern Convention & International Trade Show in Nashville, Tenn. Based on feedback from customers and service technicians in the field, new RegO regulators now feature easy-to-read, laser engraved date, part number, and ID number. A redesigned adjusting screw is now tool-free and easily turned by hand; the pressure port plug fits a common 7/16-in. hex wrench; and a lanyard loop makes the bonnet cap easier to secure, and includes matching stickers for GAS Check safety inspections and documentation purposes. New packaging with stabilizing inserts keeps the regulator in perfect condition during shipment. RegO also introduced...

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  • People

    Propane People In The News

    Rutherford Equipment, Inc., announced that Ray Coile , who has served for nearly fifteen years will retire effective May 1, 2017 . Ray is an industry veteran, having worked in the propane industry for 57 years. In 1960, Ray was hired by General Gas as a district manager. General Gas was purchased by Amoco where he worked for 19 years until it sold to Northern Propane in 1979. Ray left Northern and worked in Texas for four years before moving to North Carolina where he sold propane to southeastern dealers for thirteen years. Ray joined Rutherford in 2002, where he served as Operations Manager for the past ten years. According to Randy Rutherford, “Ray has been a tremendous asset to the company. His wealth of...

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  • Feature Articles

    New Propane Gallon Grower$ Product In The News

    Raleigh, NC (April 26, 2017) — Gardner Marsh Gas Equipment Co., a wholesale distributor of gas equipment and appliances, announced recently a new battery backup system designed specifically for tankless water heaters called HUGO. As the demand for tankless water heaters continues to grow, and as more consumers realize the benefits and advantages of a tankless over a traditional storage tank water heater, an important question remains: What happens not if, but when, the power goes out? By providing up to seven days of normal operation for most tankless water heater usage, and by offering a Pure Sine Wave output that functions as a battery backup and a surge protector, HUGO is an ideal product for homeowners and small businesses such as restaurants, clinics, small...

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  • Feature Articles

    New Propane Autogas Fueling Station Opens Near Baltimore/Washington Airport

    Dover, Delaware (April 26, 2017) – Sharp Energy, Inc., the largest propane retailer on the Delmarva Peninsula and a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities), announced today that it has constructed and placed into service an AutoGas propane fueling station for fleet vehicles located near the Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Airport. Airport shuttles, school bus companies, and commercial fleets can use this new fueling station to power their fleets with propane, a preferred alternative fuel option that reduces emissions and yields savings. “We’re excited to add this propane fueling station to the Company’s growing network of clean, reliable and affordable energy options,” said Elaine B. Bittner, Chief Operating Officer of Sharp Energy, Inc. “Our AutoGas stations support Chesapeake Utilities’ environmental initiatives in supplying...

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  • People

    Women In Propane’ Spotlight: Fitting Right in with the Family

    Nicole Sullivan Cameli, senior vice president of Anderson Oil Co., Anderson Propane Service, and Anderson Leonarkis Construction, was recently named second in command of these three family-owned businesses. Since the first company launched in 1976, they have evolved into a trio of very successful businesses. She joined the company 12 years ago and has been an integral part of that growth. BPN checked in with this young mover and shaker to find out about her new responsibilities, how she juggles three different entities, and what it’s like to be in charge of a large part of a family company —when you’re not officially family. “After my recent promotion, my boss, Mark Anderson, said, ‘Well, don’t mess this up! The only place you have to go from...

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