Vermont Fuel Conference set for May 6-7 in Okemo
The Vermont Fuel Conference (VFDA) at the Jackson Gore Inn in Okemo is set for May 6 and 7. This annual event is informative, affordable and fun with more than 200 fuel dealers and associated …
Settlement reached in Worley & Obetz fuel dispute
After a six-month dispute between Diesel Direct, the company that agreed to buy leftover Lancaster, PA-based Worley & Obetz fuel, and Christine Shubert, the trustee overseeing the sale of Worley & Obetz assets, a settlement …
The Steam Dream Team
That was the case in November 2018 when Michelle Leone shared photos of her heating system in the discussion forum on HeatingHelp.com. A few months earlier, Michelle Leone purchased a charming Connecticut bungalow that was …
PERC revamps website, showcases fleet vehicle benefits
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) recently revamped propane.com to highlight benefits for propane autogas fleet vehicles. The upgrade was designed to help fleet owners easily navigate and locate propane autogas resources and provides …
The Complete Guide to Rebranding Your Energy Company
Branding is often overlooked, especially in the propane, heating oil, HVAC and home comfort industries. This is understandable—with expenses tied to fleets, equipment and staff, little budget is left for branding initiatives. However, consider this: …
A Float & Thermostatic Trap Primer
Float and thermostatic traps (or F&T) handle condensate, air and steam differently than other traps. The thermostatic element is like the element found in radiator traps. It is normally open and its function is to …
The Right Tools
To accomplish anything in the business world, you need a mixture of know-how, foresight and tools. The battle between know-how (sometimes referred to as “experience,” other times referred to as being “old school”), and forward-thinking …
Proactively Call Your Database
Reaching out to your database is the easiest way to be proactive. During a slow period, both salespeople and customer service representatives (CSRs) should have a list of numbers ready to dial and customers to reach. …
Regional Pennsylvania Oil Heat Association Donates to Salvation Army
The Berks-Schuylkill Oil Heat Association (BSOHA), Kutztown, PA, donated $2,345 to the Berks Salvation Army and $2,345 to the Schuylkill County Salvation Army on February 21. Since 2006, BSOHA’s annual donation has helped the heating …
Propane truck driver gets NY Senate's top honor
Patrick Rutherford, a propane truck driver with Superior Plus Propane near Rochester, NY, received the New York Senate’s Liberty Medal and a resolution from State Sen. Pam Helming, R-54th District. The medal honors those who earned …