LP/Gas articles from April 2009

LP/Gas archives from April 2009

Events.(Calendar)
April 1, 2009... * MAY 5-6 Propane Industry Responders' Conference at the New Hampshire Fire Academy in Concord, NH. For details, contact Vincent Sibilia at 202-452-8975 or vin-cent. sibilia@propanecouncil.org. * MAY 8-9 Benchmarking Council at the Embassy...

In search of a guiding light: some marketers adjust their buying practices to deal with down economy.(Opening Delivery)(Survey)
April 1, 2009... From the winter climate to the economic climate, propane marketers adapt their businesses to the current conditions. With the winter heating season complete, marketers have a chance to catch their breath, collect their thoughts and prepare...

American Welding & Tank to close plant.
April 1, 2009... American Welding & Tank LLC (AWT) will consolidate propane tank manufacturing and refurbishing service operations at its Bloomfield, Iowa, factory into the company's three remaining facilities, AWT announced. The Bloomfield production and...

John Richard Blossman was industry leader.
April 1, 2009... John Richard Blossman, a well-known propane industry and community leader, died of cancer on March 30 at his home in Ocean Springs, Miss. He was 65. Blossman was chairman of the board of Blossman Gas. He also served terms as president of...

Valero recalls 919,000 barrels of propane.
April 1, 2009... Valero Marketing and Supply Co. is voluntarily recalling about 919,000 barrels of propane that might pose a fire risk to consumers. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the barrels might have fallen short of the...

Cabinet heater proposals rejected during NFPA committee meeting.(Vital Signs: INDUSTRY NEWS & NUMBERS)(National Fire Protection Association)(Brief article)
April 1, 2009... The proposals that would allow the indoor use of cabinet heaters fueled with propane from composite cylinders were rejected in a preliminary committee meeting last month. The National Fire Protection Association's Technical Committee on...

LP/Gas stock index.(Vital Signs: INDUSTRY NEWS & NUMBERS)
April 1, 2009... LP/Gas Stock Index [PROPANE MASTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP COMPARISON] Quarter Price Company Symbol Ended (3/17/09) Distribution Yield Americas APU Dec. $28.13 ...

Weather watch.(Vital Signs: INDUSTRY NEWS & NUMBERS)
April 1, 2009... Weather Watch [HEATING DEGREE DAYS BY STATE] DEVIATION DEVIATION FROM LAST 12 FROM STATE FEBRUARY NORM MONTHS NORM ...

Pricing and payment plans.(IN THE KNOW)
April 1, 2009... Propane Resources surveyed 370 retail propane marketers across the United States regarding the following questions about pricing and payment plans. We received responses from 39 companies. Here is what they had to say. Outcomes: An...

Measuring the tax impact: what do proposed changes by the administration mean for our industry?(Business Matters)
April 1, 2009... Our industry employs thousands and pays a great deal in taxes at all levels. At the same time, we endeavor to create profits and to build, preserve and transfer to future generations the wealth we create. With that in mind, and since the...

Are you defendable? Your company's record-keeping is critical in an accident investigation.(Safety First)
April 1, 2009... When it comes to accident investigation, plaintiff's legal beagles will leave no stone unturned in assigning or insinuating liability. The biggest challenge for companies defending a liability claim is to prove that what they did was...

Stimulate new gallons: legislation enables consumers to cash in on new efficiency tax incentives.(Marketing In Motion)
April 1, 2009... The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 was signed into law on Feb. 17. This stimulus package offers a wide range of incentives for consumers and businesses, including an extension of federal tax credits for installing...

Protecting your privileges: your attorney should be aware of the rules regarding expert discovery.(Legal Brief)
April 1, 2009... Many of you are familiar with the general concept of attorney-client privilege. In most cases, a lawyer may not be compelled to reveal information related to the representation of his client. Additionally, the judicial system protects other...

Manufacturers listings.(2009 Buyers' Guide)(Directory)
April 1, 2009... This section provides an alphabetical listing of LP gas appliance and equipment manufacturers and other key suppliers. Each reference provides the company's address, telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and web site. A A O Smith Water...

Products/services listings.(2009 Buyers' Guide)(Directory)
April 1, 2009... This section provides specific listings by product headings and includes the name a city and state of all companies offering these products. Refer back to the Manufacturers Listings for company addresses, phone and fax numbers. Advertisers in...

Distributors index.(2009 Buyers' Guide)(Directory)
April 1, 2009... This section provides an updated listing of all distributors of propane appliances and related equipment, listed alphabetically by state. ALABAMA Dealers LP Equipment Co 1405 Sinnett Ave Dothan, AL 36303 334-793-8293,...

Stanford LP Gas: when it comes to safety and training, Michigan retailer sets the bar high.(Snap Shot: COMPANIES TO WATCH)
April 1, 2009... Stanford LP Gas is taking safety and training to a new level. The Michigan marketer, owned by longtime safety promoter Duane Stanford, houses a training facility and hosts training sessions for its employees and other industry personnel....