LP/Gas articles from October 2006

LP/Gas archives from October 2006

Rally 'round the bobtails.(VIEW POINT)(Editorial)
October 1, 2006... They are at it again. The Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has published yet another proposed increase for the infamous bobtail tax. This issue is has become the propane industry's...

In the know.(survey made on acquisitions of the retail propane marketers)(Survey)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Acquisitions We asked 511 retail propane marketers across the United States the following questions about pricing plans and programs. We received responses from 47 companies. Here is what they had to say. Outcomes: While not in...

LP/Gas stock index.(AmeriGas Inc.)(Energy Transfer Co.)(Ferrellgas Inc.)(Statistical table)
October 1, 2006... Propane Master Limited Partnership Comparison Quarter Price Company Symbol Ended (9/15/06) AmeriGas APU June ...

Heating degree days by state.(WEATHER WATCH)(Statistical table)
October 1, 2006... Heating degree days by state Deviation Last 12 Deviation State August from norm months from norm Alabama 0 0 2580 -259 Alaska ...

Upcoming events.(Calendar)
October 1, 2006... * Oct. 2-3 New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania Propane Connections Open Conference at the Chateau Resort & Conference Center in Tanersville, PA. For additional details, contact Barbara Roach at 518-383-3823 or nypga@localnet.com. * Oct....

Fishing for world peace and safety.(SAFETY FIRST)
October 1, 2006... My first real vacation in seven years was a fishing trip this summer in the Canadian wilderness with some diverse and distinguished individuals. Included in the group was a former vice president of the United States, several captains of...

Focus on contribution, not effort.(BUSINESS MATTERS)
October 1, 2006... This is the eighth in a series on business topics inspired by the 20th century business management icon Peter Drucker. Effective propane managers--and hopefully all employees--focus on contribution. Regardless of the position they hold...

No good deed goes unpunished.(LEGAL BRIEF)(lawsuits on consumer warnings)
October 1, 2006... No matter what the industry does with regard to warnings it should expect that its efforts will be attacked as insufficient in any subsequent lawsuit. The industry focuses a significant amount of time and resources on warnings...

Playing out the clock.(WASHINGTON REPORT)
October 1, 2006... As this article goes to print, Congress is winding down and Senators and Representatives are making plans to leave Washington to return to their congressional districts for the important November mid-term elections. The Republican leaders...

Wholesale change: gas supply resources' new wholesale propane terminal to boost regional supplies.
October 1, 2006... Less than 50 miles from the stadium where the Pittsburgh Steelers will defend their Super Bowl title, Gas Supply Resources--a subsidiary of Duke Energy Field Services--is making itself a preheating season favorite to win area wholesale propane...

Money man.(Propane Education & Research Council)(dialogue with Roy Willis)(Interview)
October 1, 2006... It's been 10 years since the propane industry agreed to tax itself in order to generate funds for research, marketing and safety programs. As president of the Propane Education & Research Council, Roy Willis oversees the annual spending of some...

Ray Murray acquires McTier Supply assets.(Ray Murray Inc. acquired McTier Supply)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Ray Murray Inc. has acquired the Midwest assets of McTier Supply from Sam McTier, who is joining the company to help service and integrate customers. RMI has also hired Paul Bolduc, McTier Supply's only salesperson in the Midwest region....

NPGA prepares to fight latest bobtail tax increase proposal.(WASHINGTON, D.C.)
October 1, 2006... The National Propane Gas Association is gearing up to fight a proposed increase in the hazardous materials registration fee for larger propane marketers. The organization is hoping members will send letters to the Department of...

Energy guys return to the airwaves in new propane ads.(WASHINGTON, D.C.)
October 1, 2006... Bumbling Electricity and smart, confident Propane are returning to T.V. and radio stations across the country this fall as the Propane Education & Research Council's consumer education campaign resumes. Two new commercials will air on...

Missouri center to help businesses conserve energy.(University of Missouri-Columbia )(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia are using a $900,000 federal grant to establish a center designed to help medium-sized manufacturing and industrial businesses reduce energy costs. The grant from the Department of Energy...

Paraco Gas contributes to breast cancer foundation.(American Breast Cancer Foundation)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... In an effort to promote breast cancer research, Paraco Gas Corp. has painted four of its bobtails pink and will donate a portion of the proceeds from every gallon delivered by these trucks over the next year to the American Breast Cancer...

Underground tanks safe in storms, ad says.(WASHINGTON, D.C.)
October 1, 2006... The reliability of underground tanks is touted in a new advertisement that promotes propane as an ideal energy source for storm-resistant homes. The ad explains that, since propane is not connected to a grid like electricity, underground...

TouchStar, UPS Logistics announce new alliance.(TULSA, OKLAHOMA)
October 1, 2006... TouchStar and UPS Logistics Technologies have agreed to a strategic alliance created to capitalize on the demand for durable, automated mobility platforms with real time route optimization and communications protocols for field and sales...

Stop-fill technology wins grant.(Adept Science and Technologies LLC)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Adept Science & Technologies LLC (ASCENT) has won a $173,700 grant from the federal Department of Energy for its sonic stop-fill technology that prevents overfilling of propane and anhydrous ammonia tanks. ASCENT's Maximus technology uses...

Georgia peach: Williamson victory in Propane Golfers tourney was a sweet one.(Johnny Williamson)
October 1, 2006... Firing a 54-hole total of 76-83-77--236, Woodbury, Ga.-native Johnny Williamson of Four Point LP Gas captured a six-stroke victory in the Propane Golfers Association's 22nd annual medal-handicap tournament at the Westin Innisbrook Resort in...

BP Natural Gas Liquid.(British Petroleum Company PLC)(appointments)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... BP Natural Gas Liquid's Sales and Marketing Unit has added three new members to its sales team. Northeast propane account manager Kasib Abdullah will be responsible for propane sales covering Pennsylvania north to Maine and south to...

Tarantin Tank & Equipment Co.(PEOPLE)
October 1, 2006... Tarantin Tank & Equipment Co. has hired Mark DePauda to work with customers in New York state. He previously worked in manufacturing facilities as a pipe fitter and a HVAC mechanic. He then worked as a service technician and later in HVAC...

Blackmer.(PEOPLE)
October 1, 2006... Blackmer has appointed David Bohne as the product manager for the C-Series, System One, Abaque and hand pump lines. He has been with the company for about two and half years. He previously worked as a materials coordinator and inventory...

Energy Transfer Partners.(appointment of Bill Powers and Paul Grady )(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Energy Transfer Partners has appointed Bill Powers and Paul Grady as senior vice presidents and chief operating officers for the eastern and western United States, respectively. They will manage the company's propane operations in each...

FACTOR.(appointment of Thomas VanBenschoten)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... FACTOR, a division of W.R. Hess Co., has appointed Thomas VanBenschoten as chief revenue officer. In the newly created position, he will oversee all revenue-generating activities including sales, marketing and professional services. He...

Gas fireplace.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies, introduces its QFP44 direct-vent gas fireplace boasting a viewing area that's more than 1,400 square inches. With a ceramic log set that is cast from actual firewood, the realistic-looking...

Infrared gas tube heaters.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Space-Ray has added four new higher-capacity units to its line of LTS Series infrared gas tube heaters. The LTS Series is now available in 19 models and in more than 100 configurations. It has capacities ranging from 40,000 Btu/hour to 250,000...

Crane service body.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Auto Crane Co. is offering a new crane service body. The Titan 70 has the capacity to support up to a 70,000-ft/lb. crane. It uses a one-piece side pack constructed of 10-gauge galvanneal and has a unique internal hinge design. The unit comes...

Heating solutions.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Detroit Radiant Products, a company with more than 50 years of experience in making gas-fired infrared heating products, offers two-stage technology products for hard-to-heat areas. The company claims its HL Series is the most energy-efficient...

Static grounding & bonding clamps.(PRODUCTS)(Newson Gale)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... Newson Gale introduces its Cenelectrex approved stainless steel static grounding and bonding clamps and retractable cable assemblies. They are designed to dissipate static electricity in hazardous areas and provide a stable connection to the...

Arched gas fireplace.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Heat & Glo is launching a new Cerona direct vent gas fireplace. Its tall arch shape mimics a masonry hearth. The unit has the highest efficiency of any Heat & Glo gas fireplace. Available in 36-inch and 42-inch models, the Cerona will work with...

Electric valve actuators.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Flowserve Corp. has launched its Limitorque Actuation Systems L75 series of electric valve actuators. The L75 series provides remote control actuation of quarter-turn valves and other rotary devices, including on/off and modulating rotary valve...

Gas furnace.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Heil brand is extolling the virtues of its QuietComfort DLX 90. Among the benefits being touted is the ease of installation with its ready-for-upflow installations right out of the box. It also allows for versatile accessory hookups with its...

Louverless gas fireplace.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2006... Lennox Hearth Products announces that its Elite Series Gas Fireplace is available in a direct-vent, louverless design for a "clean" appearance. The unit combines excellent views of the fire with the look of a traditional fireplace. It offers a...

Taking care of your net wealth.(LET'S TALK)
October 1, 2006... Have you ever filed "pro se" in a lawsuit? If you don't know what it means (and I wish I didn't), it means that you represent yourself as your own attorney. I did that in one of my divorces because my attorney had to testify for me and...

NPGA still focused on safety.(MAIL BOX)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2006... Jay Johnston's column ("In memory of the Safety Committee," August 2006) spoke too soon about the loss of NPGA's safety commitment. The article also gets some history wrong, but that's an issue for another day. Right now, NPGA and PERC are...

Gas pains.(Cartoon)
October 1, 2006... GETTING READY FOR HEATING SEASON [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

World LPG forum Chicago 2006 first ever technology conference program highlights & schedule of events.(Calendar)
October 1, 2006... Global technology conference at a glance Thursday, October 19 The event will kick off with the 19th World LP Gas Forum business lunch at 12:45 p.m., followed by the opening of the Global Technology Conference, featuring welcome and...