The LP Gas Hall of Fame will welcome four inductees into the Class of 2015 during a dinner and awards ceremony on April 10 in Atlanta. They are James E. Bertelsmeyer (Heritage Propane), Stewart Kean (Utility Propane Co., World LPG Forum), Glenn Miller (Miller’s Bottled Gas), and Charles “Charlie” Revere (Revere Gas). Click here for more information. James E. Bertelsmeyer created a blueprint on his... read more
The LP Gas Hall of Fame will welcome four inductees into the Class of 2015 during a dinner and awards ceremony on April 10 in Atlanta. They are Stewart Kean (Utility Propane Co., World LPG Forum), James E. Bertelsmeyer (Heritage Propane), Glenn Miller (Miller’s Bottled Gas), and Charles “Charlie” Revere (Revere Gas). Click here for more information. The meeting had adjourned, and board members of... read more
New federal standards designed to boost the energy efficiency of water heaters are now in place. The U.S. Department of Energy updates will have far-reaching impacts for companies with ties to this popular household appliance. In an article titled, “What new energy efficiency regulations mean for propane marketers,” LP Gas Editor in Chief Brian Richesson takes a look at the new energy... read more
Giant Factories recalled some of its propane and natural gas water heaters in 30-, 40-, 50- and 60-gallon capacities, which were sold between April and October 2014 in Maryland, New York and Pennsylvania. On units with a space between the bottom of the water tank and combustion chamber, the flame arrestor can fail and might create a fire or explosion... read more
As spring approaches each year, propane marketers find it increasingly difficult to control their cash flow and outstanding accounts receivable percentages. With operational costs on the rise and margins shrinking, it’s critical to take proactive measures to protect your company’s largest asset and remain profitable. By creating and maintaining a consistent internal credit and collections policy, you provide your staff... read more
Kohler Engines expanded its mobile generator product line by adding a fourth model that is able to run on propane. The 30REZGT, which was developed in cooperation with the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), features a 3-liter industrial powertrain engine. Like older models, Kohler says it includes an onboard LP tank that provides up to 24 hours of run... read more
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. completed a merger with Gatherco Inc., based in Orrville, Ohio, forming a subsidiary in Aspire Energy of Ohio LLC. According to a press release, Chesapeake provides natural gas, electricity and propane distribution. Gatherco shareholders approved the merger on March 20. With the merger complete, Aspire Energy will provide natural gas midstream services and processing and transportation services to... read more
Marshall Excelsior Co. named Jim Reddington as its new sales manager to help the company with sales, marketing and technical training. He will also serve as a general liaison to all Marshall Excelsior distributors. Reddington comes to the company with knowledge on both technology and propane systems. read more
Iowa Mold Tooling Co. (IMT) added Kahn Truck Equipment Co., located in St. Louis, to its distributor network. Kahn Truck Equipment will now service IMT customers in eastern Missouri and southern Illinois. Kahn Truck Equipment now carries IMT’s Dominator mechanic trucks, telescopic cranes, Site Star lube trucks and lube skids, air compressors and articulating cranes. Kahn also provides IMT parts... read more
