IPGA Board and Membership Meeting: April 25 |
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Complete the Annual Retail Sales Report |
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Every propane retailer was sent an email and a letter directing them to visit a secure portal on propane.com to complete their company’s report for 2021 retail sales. Submit your survey by May 31 to help ensure your state receives an accurate amount of state rebate funding from 20 percent of PERC’s annual revenues, and to see that your assessment dollars are used in the most efficient way to support market trends.
Individual responses are kept confidential and anonymous. Only summary statistics are presented in the final report, and data is never disclosed to third parties. The final report is shared on propane.com/salesreport and incorporated into the National and State Propane Profiles, showing market trends by state and region.
If you’re unsure which person at your company is responsible for submitting, please email PERC at salesreport@propane.com.
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The registration deadline for the first week of employee training classes is quickly approaching. Classes kick-off the first week of May, deadline to register is Monday, April 18.The IPGA employee training offers certified and non-certified courses for those employed in the propane industry or looking to obtain propane training certification. The training covers a range of topics:
- Basic Principles and Practices of Propane
- Bobtail Delivery Operations
- Cylinder Delivery Operations
- Designing and Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems
- Cylinder Recertification
Consider sending your employees to this valuable training.
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Gas Appliance Safety Proposal Considered at ICC Code Development Hearings |
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In late March, the International Code Council held its Code Development Hearings for Group B of the 2024 edition of the I-Codes, including the International Residential Code and International Existing Building Code (IEBC). NPGA introduced a proposal to the IEBC to require an evaluation of the combustion and ventilation air supply for Category I (gravity vented) appliances in buildings where modifications were made to the building envelope. The proposal was not accepted, although the code development committee expressed agreement with the intent to ensure safety for the operation of gas appliances after modification to the building envelope. NPGA will streamline the proposal and resubmit it during the comment period.
In addition, much attention was given to a proposal from ConEd, a utility service in New York, to require fuel gas detectors in every room where a fuel gas appliance was installed. NPGA and the natural gas industry opposed the proposal, and it was disapproved by the code development committee.
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Great Lakes Propane Convention |
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This year, the Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio Propane Gas Associations are coming together for one summer convention. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to collaborate with your propane colleagues in neighboring states. Plan now to attend the Great Lakes Propane Convention, July 26-28, at the JW Marriott in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Bring your entire staff. This convention is for owners, managers, customer service representatives, drivers, and technicians. Learn the most important and timely updates from industry experts and help your company grow and improve. In addition to the education sessions, the conference includes a vendor showcase, golf outing, off-site outings, and evening events.
There are opportunities to promote your products and services at the Great Lakes Propane Convention. Packages range from $500 to $2,000 and include a wealth of benefits.
View the brochure for more information about the education sessions and attending the convention.
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Propane Presents Technology Series: Propane Autogas Funding Opportunities |
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PERC is hosting its latest webinar in this series on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 2 p.m. ET. The webinar will focus on the many funding opportunities available for propane autogas fleets. Monte McLeod of Thompson Gas, whose company and partnering fleets were awarded nearly $1 million for autogas projects, and Eddie Waldrop of Blossman Gas, who was awarded funding for bobtails in his South Carolina fleet, will join PERC's Steve Whaley to discuss how they secured funding for their own businesses, and how propane marketers across the country can take advantage of these opportunities or pass them along to their prospective customers.
To explore upcoming webinars in the Propane Presents Technology Series, or to view past presentations, click here.
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President's Council Members |
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The information contained herein is provided as a service by the Indiana Propane Gas Association (IPGA) for the purpose of education, communication, and information and IPGA accepts no liability relative to the contents, accuracy or use of these services. Nothing in this publication is intended to be construed as legal advice. The user is strictly cautioned to seek legal assistance when attempting to determine any legal rights, responsibilities and procedures with respect to business affairs, coding, or other legal aspects of operating a propane company. IPGA disclaims any and all liability for injury and/or other damages which result to a user from the material offered or discussed herein. |
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