NGL Energy Partners LP plans to build a 550-mile-long pipeline along with partner Rimrock Midstream LLC that originates in Weld County, Colorado, and extends southeastward to NGL’s crude oil storage terminal in Cushing, Okla. According to NGL, the pipeline will be capable of receiving and transporting more than 130,000 barrels per day for delivery into Cushing. In addition, NGL and... read more
ACME Alternate Fuel Systems held its 58th annual ACME School in Mankato, Minn., this summer, providing propane autogas training for eight students. Rick Nordstrom, an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)-certified master technician, taught the class, and certified technician Dave Rothfork demonstrated propane operating systems. Students learned the steps needed to diagnose and fix a problem quickly and economically. Students attending ACME... read more
ThompsonGas acquired the assets of Little River LP Gas/Ellco Industries, which is based in Gastonia, N.C. According to ThompsonGas, the acquisition involves some customers located in South Carolina and represents ThompsonGas’ first move into that state. read more
Scott Walker’s experience with propane was like most Americans’ until last winter. Walker has used propane to grill brats, burgers and hot dogs over the years, and having grown up in two small Midwest towns, he continuously saw propane tanks outside homes across his communities. But the propane experience has been a vastly different one these last nine months... read more
Former NFL head coach Tony Dungy will serve as the keynote speaker at The Work Truck Show 2015. His motivational address will be part of the President’s Breakfast & NTEA Annual Meeting on March 5. According to a press release, Dungy is known for a leadership style that emphasizes decency and respect. He’s written about these values in several books,... read more
The state of Pennsylvania is providing nearly $4 million in Alternative Fuel Incentive Grants (AFIG) to 33 local governments, non-profit organizations and companies making the switch to propane, compressed natural gas (CNG) or electric for medium to lightweight fleet vehicles. According to a press release, this year’s AFIG grants focused on the conversion or purchase of natural gas vehicles weighing... read more
Winnebago Industries Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of recreational vehicles, announced a new propane autogas-based green initiative with its Metro Link bus. Through a partnership with ICOM North America, Winnebago is offering bi-fuel and dedicated LP gas products in its Metro Link bus lineup for the public and private transportation industry. The partnership allows Winnebago and its official distributor, Metro Worldwide,... read more
Kohler Generators introduced a new 60-kilowatt light commercial generator, the 60RCL, which features a compact footprint and neighborhood-friendly sound levels, the company says. A three-fan, automotive-style cooling system contributes to the normal-conversation-level sound, the company says. According to Kohler, the generator is ideal for businesses and retail centers that rely on critical power. It’s also suitable for larger homes with... read more
A customer stopped in the office to close her account because she was moving out of town. As she walked out the door, I said, “Thank you for your business all these years.” She turned and said cheerfully, “We never had any complaints.” I was disappointed. After being our customer for many years, the best thing she could say was... read more
Pembina Pipeline Corp. has selected a site for its planned West Coast propane export terminal project, agreeing with the Port of Portland, Ore., and setting forth the terminal site, which includes an existing marine berth. The terminal agreement enables Pembina to begin the process of engaging and consulting with project neighbors and other stakeholders within the city; municipal, state and... read more
