Fuel Oil News articles from September 2002

Fuel Oil News archives from September 2002

Tanknology pleads guilty to presenting false claims. (Dateline).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Tanknology-NDE International Inc. has agreed to plead guilty to 10 felony counts of presenting false claims and making false statements to federal agencies. The guilty pleas were for false underground storage tank testing services performed by...

Heating oil expert predicts stable prices. (Dateline).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Veteran oil industry analyst Dominick Chirichella predicts stable heating oil prices this winter based on above-average inventories and expected warmer than normal weather as a result of El Nino activity. "We have been witnessing the market...

NORA post-ad campaign research is encouraging.(National Oilheat Research Alliance)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Ipsos-NPD, the research firm used by the National Oilheat Research Alliance to identify potential advertising focus, has completed an ad awareness study of the "bubble people" campaign that ran this past spring. According to statistics, a...

Calendar of events.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... September 13-14 New England Truck Expo. Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, Conn. Info: (800) 753-9776. September 17-19 Pennsylvania Petroleum Marketers & C-Store Assn. Annual Convention & Biennial Trade Show. Hershey Lodge &...

Virginia to join AREE as co-sponsor. (Dateline).(Atlantic Region Energy Expo)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Virginia Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Store Assn. has signed on as a co-sponsor of the Atlantic Region Energy Expo beginning next year. VPMACS joins the Delaware Valley Fuel Dealers Assn., Empire State Petroleum Assn., Fuel Merchants...

Bradford White acquires Niles Steel Tank Co. (Dateline).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Bradford White Corp., Ambler, Pa., has purchased the Niles Steel Tank Co. of Niles, Mich., in what is said to be the first of several planned acquisitions designed to extend Bradford White's product-line offering to the water-heating industry....

Fuel Price Index for September 2002. (Dateline).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... FUEL PRICE INDEX FOR SEPTEMBER 2002 CURRENT CHANGE FROM CHANGE FROM CASH/SPOT PRICES PRICE LAST MONTH LAST YEAR UNLEADED GASOLINE .8030 +.0620 +.0790...

The ice age. (Editor's Note).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... A couple of months back I asked if anyone knew who invented degree-day forecasting and I wasn't surprised that John Sibarium, the venerable head of the National Old Timers Assn. of the Energy Industry and long-time manufacturer's rep and...

Latest industry association forms alliance with AHR Expo. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The National Environmental Balancing Bureau is the latest association to lend their endorsement to the AHR Expo 2003, Jan. 27-29, 2003, in Chicago. The association joins an impressive list of 16 other endorsing associations that have already...

PHCC forms partnership with home repair charity. (News and Trends).(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Assn. has formed a partnership with the national charity Rebuilding Together to help repair the homes of low-income homeowners. Through this partnership, PHCC will encourage its 3,7000 members...

ESPA announces Scholarship winners. (News & Trends).(Empire State Petroleum Assn)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Empire State Petroleum Assn. has announced the 2002 winners of its annual scholarship program. The Bill Fischbeck Memorial Scholarship Award ($2,000), which is presented this year for the first time, goes to Amanda Lee of Syracuse,...

Appleseed operations manual now available. (News & Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The operations manual developed by Alan Levi, formerly a principal of O.S.I., Inc., is now available through his company, Appleseed Business. The plain-English policy manual is said to be a powerful management tool that takes care of the...

Peterbilt's prospector enhances spec'ing vehicles. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Prospector, Peterbilt's new vehicle configuration and ordering computer program, has been re-engineered and is now in use throughout the Peterbilt dealer network. Prospector allows customers to work with their Peterbilt dealership to...

Western Star announces plans for transition of operations. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Western Star Trucks has announced details about the transition of its manufacturing and other operations to Portland, Ore. The company is making a $16-million investment to prepare the Portland Truck Manufacturing Plant for Western Star...

Sales awards. (News and Trends).(from Bradford-White Corp.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Bradford White Corp. recently presented sales achievement awards at its national sales meeting. Sales reps from throughout North America gathered to learn about new products, marketing tools and corporate developments. Ted Sikorski, vice...

Beckett quick-reference guide. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... R.W. Beckett Corp. has published a new Commercial Burner Quick Reference Guide that covers set-up and service procedures for Beckett CFl400, CF2300, CF2500 and CF3500 burners. The two-sided guide measures 4-1/2 x 5-1/4 inches and is laminated...

Burnham announces the V8 Road Show. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The new Burnham V8 Road Show for 2002 is a showroom-on-wheels. The V8 Road Show contains a live-firing V8 water system, V8 steam non-working unit, water cutaway and a mix of radiation products. The new V8 truck is visiting oil dealers and...

Hannay revamps Web site. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Hannay Reels has enhanced its Web site with several new features, such as user-friendly navigation tools and product literature that can easily be downloaded. The site, www.hannay.com, features an explanation of the three basic reel types--live...

Triangle Tube is ISO certified. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Triangle Tube/Phase III Co., manufacturer of steel water heaters, combination heaters and heat exchangers, has received its ISO 9001:2000 certification. Its manufacturing facilities are located in Blackwood, N.J.

Manual J training slated across the country. (News and Trends).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The industry-standard residential HVACR load-calculation manual, Manual J, has been completely revised and expanded for the first time in over 15 years, and the Air Conditioning Contractors of America has scheduled a series of three-day...

Our annual list of delivery rig suppliers: tank truck directory. (A-W).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... A&M TRUCK CENTER Rt. 209 Matamoras, PA 18336 (570) 491-4171 Fax: (570) 491-4614 Contact Person: Ed Ardler Marketing area: Northeast Trucks sold: International dealer. All other brands available. Tanks sold:...

A tale of two rigs: the 330 straight truck and the 385 tractor. (Peterbilt Truck Review).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Peterbilt has been one of America's premium heavy-duty truck manufacturers since its founding in 1939. It has maintained its popularity by concentrating on delivering high-performance, low-maintenance and extremely durable vehicles that provide...

2002 PPMCSA: Convention, Annual Meeting and Trade Show.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... 2002 EXHIBITORS ADD COMPANIES PSS Home Office Accounting Software, ADD Energy, Power * Store Back Office Sys. Price Book and EDI, Power * Scan Software for the Petroleum Industry BOOTHS 109-111 ADVANCED TANK SYSTEMS INC. ...

Service, not servitude: common sense is a critical element of customer service.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Customer service has been a buzz phrase for several years now and, although many companies claim to excel at it, few actually do. Some companies, on the other hand, take customer service to the extreme, a situation that can easily backfire. ...

$mart HVAC marketing: stop wasting money on strategies that don't work.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... You and I have plans, dreams and wishes. We want more income but fail to determine how to get it. We dream of more free time but fail to enact efficiencies to allow it. And we want less stress, yet don't attempt to eliminate the sources. ...

Field Controls improves Power Venter, expands combustion air system.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Stainless SWG Power Venters Now Available Field Controls set a new standard for sidewall power venting when the company introduced the patented SWG Power Vent System in 1988. Today, the popular SWG has been retooled with a sleek, new look,...

Fuel oil truck flowmeter offers smooth flow. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Actaris offers the Neptune Type 4 MT petroleum truck flowmeter in 1-1/4-, 1-1/2-, 2- and 3-inch sizes. The large air release promotes smooth flow and high accuracy, especially with heavy oil. Strainer, air-release valve and back-pressure valve...

Trans Tech has new self-contained trailer. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Trans Tech has developed a self-contained delivery trailer for large commercial deliveries. The 5,000-gal. trailer has a number of features and advantages over a tandem straight truck. These include not having the unit tied up for long periods...

Fuel Management Software for small and mid-sized cos. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... PYA announces its latest release of Fuel Management Software for Navision. The plan is to deliver affordable, integrated business solutions that meet the unique needs of fast-growing small and medium-sized fuel oil businesses. It combines the...

Two-way radio offers 242 channel combinations. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Kenwood Communications has introduced a compact, rugged two-way radio designed expressly for the job-site communications needs of workers operating in office complexes and small warehouses. The new ProTalk XLS, a palm-sized radio with four-mile...

Portable propane heater provides low-cost alternative. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Topp Portable Air markets the Safeheat 1000 portable, direct-fired propane and natural gas heater. The Safeheat 1000 can provide safe, economical space heating for any outdoor industrial application, up to 1,000,000 Btus, all while operating on...

Peterbilt introduces low maintenance brake packages. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... To help customers prolong maintenance intervals and reduce operating expenses, Peterbilt Motors Co. has introduced new low-maintenance brake packages for its full product line. There are two new low-maintenance brake systems available. The Dana...

Peerless WBV/WV boiler has advanced design features. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Series WBV/WV residential, oil-fired boiler from Peerless Heater Co. is available for use with both hot-water and steam systems and designed for natural draft (chimney) venting. The fully packaged or knockdown boilers are available in three...

B & G publishes brochure on GPX heat exchangers. (New Products).(ITT Bell and Gossett)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Bell & Gossett has published an informative new brochure that identifies and explains the features and benefits of the company's GPX Plate and Frame Heat Exchanger line. The four-color, six-page brochure (C-310E) provides contractors,...

Mercedes-Benz manual transmissions available on Sterling Acterra trucks. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Mercedes-Benz manual transmissions are now available for order on Sterling Acterra Class 5-8 trucks. The six-speed Mercedes-Benz manual transmissions feature hydraulically actuated clutch systems and are offered in two versions, the...

New on-truck additive injection system available. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... F. A. Sening of Ellerbek, Germany, has introduced a new, affordable on-truck additive-injection system, developed specifically for the United States heating oil market. It incorporates a piston injection pump that is pneumatically driven and...

Klein Tools introduces side-cutting pliers. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Two NE-type side-cutting pliers with special features are now available from Klein Tools. Each of the Klein side-cutting pliers includes its own unique added feature--one for pulling flat fish tape and the other for crimping sleeve connectors....

BP streamlines fleet management with new card programs. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Managing a fleet of drivers, vehicles and their fueling expenses is now easier with new fleet-card programs from BP. The BP Business and BP BusinessPlus Cards were created to deliver the simplicity and convenience of a gasoline card, with...

Qualcomm FleetAdvisor offers wireless capabilities. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Qualcomm's version 5.1 of its FleetAdvisor software includes support for 802.11b wireless local area network, fleet-status-exception monitoring and expanded Web-enabled functionality. FleetAdvisor is a transportation logistics management system...

HVAC Solution announces release of Version 1.2. (New Products).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... HVAC Solution, Inc. has released Version 1.2. With HVAC Solution you visually build project schematics, automatically calculate equipment and automatically produce equipment schedules. HVAC Solution, Version 1.2 includes program enhancements...

New uniform selection Web site launched. (New Products).(Aramark has launched "Build Your Own Uniform")(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Aramark has launched "Build Your Own Uniform," an online solution to choosing rental uniform ensembles. This new feature, the first of its kind in the industry, enables businesses to create a unique uniform program for its employees without...

Parke Hill Chemical. (Strictly Personal).(Raymond K. Rauenzahn Jr.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... RAYMOND K. RAUENZAHN JR. Raymond K. Rauenzahn Jr., who served in a sales capacity for the Parke Hill Chemical division of C & S Scientific Corp, passed away in early July. Ray was a long-time advocate for the fuel industry, especially...

National Fire Prevention Assn. (Strictly Personal).(James M. Shannon)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... JAMES M. SHANNON James M. Shannon has been elected president and CEO of the National Fire Prevention Assn. He succeeds George D. Miller, who is retiring after 10 years. Shannon has served as NFPA senior vice president and general counsel...

Westwood Products Inc. (Strictly Personal).(Lindy Lindtveit and George Schmittzeh)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Lindy Lindtveit George Schmittzeh Lindy Lindtveit and George Schmittzeh have been appointed vice presidents at Westwood Products Inc. Lindtveit was former vice president for research and development at Sid Harvey Industries and Schmittzeh...

Gray & Gray, LLP. (Strictly Personal).(Rosemarie Tocci)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... ROSEMARIE TOCCI Rosemarie Tocci has joined the accounting firm of Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP, as marketing director. She will manage the firm's client development effort throughout New England.

Navistar International Corp. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Daniel C. Ustain Robert C. Lannert Richard J. Fotsch Daniel C. Ustain has been elected president. COO and a director of Navistar International Corp. Robert C. Lannert has been elected vice chairman of the board of directors and continues as...

Dennis K. Burke, Inc. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... TED BURKE Ted Burke has joined the family business, Dennis K. Burke, Inc., of Chelsea, Mass., currently headed by his uncle, Dennis, and father, Ed. The company is one of New England's largest suppliers of diesel, gasoline and motor-oil...

Sterling and Western Star. (Strictly Personal).(Nick Cole has been named director of vocational sales)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... NICK COLE Nick Cole has been named director of vocational sales for Sterling and Western Star Trucks. He is charged with increasing Sterling and Western Star business in targeted vocational truck segments. He was formerly a Sterling...

Burnham Corp. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... RICHARD LINK Richard Link has been named the Burnham Corp. Hydronics Division 2001 Salesperson of the Year. Link serves the company in western and central counties in Pennsylvania and has been with Burnham for 11 years.

Bard Manufacturing Co. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Michael Lehman Robert Hood Michael Lehman has been named president of Bard Manufacturing Co. He moves up from vice president of sales and marketing. Robert Hood assumes the position of COO. He was formerly vice president of manufacturing....

Liquid Controls Corp. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... MICHAEL SCHNEIDER Michael Schneider has been named president of Liquid Controls Corp., a division of Idex Corp. He succeeds Frederick G. Wacker III, who has left the company. Schneider has been with the company for eight years.

Beckett Gas, Inc. (Strictly Personal).(Morrison J. Carter has been named president and CEO)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... MORRISON J. CARTER Morrison J. Carter has been named president and CEO of Beckett Gas, Inc., a subsidiary of R.W. Beckett Corp. He succeeds Robert S. Cook, who died in February. Carter has been vice president of Beckett Gas since 1997 and...

JSM & Associates. (Strictly Personal).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... John Meade Ted Schledorn John Meade, JSM & Associates, Midland, Texas, will represent Total Containment Co. in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas. Ted Schledorn, based in Thousands Oaks, Cal., will represent Total Containment in California.

Spend a little... save a lot!(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Under the current market conditions, many fuel oil jobbers have become shortsighted with regards to their tank truck fleet purchases. In an effort to cut costs, purchasers are looking at the cost of a tank truck as it affects their bottom line...

Blackmer[R]: people providing flow technology world wide[TM].(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Did you know Blackmer, A Dover Company is turning 100 years old next year? With nearly 100 years of tried and proven experience, Blackmer is recognized as the leading manufacturer of positive displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps and...