Fujitsu hosts 6th Annual National Distributor Conference

Fujitsu General America, Inc. held its sixth National Distributor Conference in Boston, MA. The conference, which took place the week of October 7, was held at the Encore Boston Harbor Casino with approximately 260 reps and distributors in attendance. The theme of the event was “(R)evolution,” a play on the words “revolution” and “evolution.” Dedicated […]

Innovate, Adapt, Thrive

The importance of choice in the decarbonization journey Throughout the year, I have enjoyed interacting with hundreds of fuel dealers and the consumers they represent regarding the decarbonization of fuels. Interestingly, the supply chain is still not fully engaged in this process. I can simplify this: When those I meet lack information about the rationale […]

Same Game, Different Rules

Navigating small business acquisitions this year & beyond Fuel company acquisitions continue to succeed or fail, as they always have, based on the same core principles. However, several factors have changed the playing field. It’s still a nine-inning ballgame, but the outfield fences have been moved back. While some of these factors—such as macroeconomic trends […]

What Keeps You Up at Night?

The Fall is an exciting time of year for fuel distribution companies. After a slow Summer, it’s time to get busy and make money. However, this excitement is often accompanied by trepidation about the uncertainties of the upcoming season. Many companies use the end of the heating season to assess and address issues. Yet, in […]

Controls for Honeywell Electronic Fan Timer, Part 3

As we continue looking at some of the more advanced electronic controls used on gas heating, and particularly the more advanced high efficiency equipment, it is important to understand how the controls are applied. The majority of new equipment today involves some form of electronics. Different equipment manufacturers may have different ways of applying these […]

NEFI to host 11/20 webinar on winter weather

The National Energy & Fuels Institute (NEFI) will offer a winter weather forecast webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 20, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT. Meteorologists Russ Murley and Joe Sciacca will provide a preview of the upcoming winter season, lead a discussion about what to expect and the main drivers for the winter ahead. A question […]

OESP’s Oil Heat Cares reschedules bocce ball fundraiser

The Westchester Chapter of Oil & Energy Service Professionals (OESP) has rescheduled its bocce ball fundraiser to Saturday, November 2. The event will benefit Oil Heat Cares, the OESP not-for-profit foundation that assists needy persons and organizations with the replacement of their oil heating appliances. The event will begin at noon EDT at the home […]

Exhibitor registration open for HEAT Show 2025

The Heating & Energizing America Trade (HEAT) Show has opened registration for exhibitor booths at next year’s conference. The event is scheduled to take place August 20-22, 2025, at the Encore Boston Harbor Hotel in Everett, MA. The seventh annual event will include the 2025 HEAT Show, Legends Dinner and Industry Summit VII. Platinum, Gold, […]

PPA invests in new headquarters & training center

The Pennsylvania Petroleum Association (PPA) recently completed the purchase of a 2.2-acre property that features an existing 12,000+ sq ft building located in Grantville, PA. This location will ultimately serve as the future association headquarters and operating facility of the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association Technical Education Center (PPATEC). The $2.5 million project will feature significant building […]

XBX to present “Exploring Biofuels” workshop during PPA Conference

The XBX|Exploring Biodiesel Regional Seminars will present a complimentary symposium, “Navigating the Future of U.S. Liquid Energy,” on Tuesday, October 15, during the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association (PPA) Fall Energy Conference & Annual Meeting. The event will take place at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square in Lancaster, PA, from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM during […]