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A little more than fourteen years ago, Europe banned the use of non-condensing boilers in existing homes and new construction. You can still buy older, non-condensing boilers in the US, which top out at about 85 percent efficiency, with many falling into the mid-70 percent range (condensing boilers’ efficiency ranges are 90 to 95 percent).…
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Spring is here, and you might be starting to think about the projects you want to work on in your garage. But how will you keep your space comfortable enough to let you work for hours at a time, even into the cold evening hours? A propane-powered infrared garage heater could be the answer. Infrared…
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Ah, spring is in the air…finally, the winter chill has thawed, and we’re ready to spend time outside grilling, hopping in the pool, and sitting in the sun with a good book. (Or your iPhone. We don’t judge.) But if you don’t have your propane safety down, you could run into problems that cramp your…
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For expert propane installation technicians, there’s so much more that goes into installing an underground propane tank than meets the eye. The benefits of using propane for homeowners and business owners are clear. Propane is both cost and energy-efficient, plus it’s an alternative fuel that’s kind to the environment. Using propane instead of other energy…
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What if you could save money on current operation costs AND bring in new business? That’s what switching to propane mowers can do for you. Propane is the favorite fuel of agricultural business owners. From landscaping companies to farmers, propane is popular for a host of reasons: Propane equipment saves you money by practically eliminating…
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Propane is an extremely efficient and safe heating fuel option, but it still needs to be respected and treated properly. Like the cars many of us drive every day, without the proper safety considerations, there’s potential for risk and sometimes danger. But with proper care and attention, the risk is minimal, and our everyday lives…
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Benjamin Modeen, Paraco’s Inside Sales Manager, and District Director, NYPGA shares his thoughts on the propane industry and his career in a recent Industry Insider interview. Describe your current role at Paraco. I manage an amazing team of 11 that includes two types of sales roles and one administrative function. Our team is a hub…
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Forklifts are construction industry staples. In fact, they’re likely one of the first things you think of when you picture a construction site. Forklifts are powerful pieces of machinery that are used to lift and transport heavy equipment and materials. When you need to move building equipment from one area to another, forklifts speed up…
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Hot water is one of those things you don’t overthink until you don’t have it. Have you ever been in the shower and had the hot water run out? Oof. Talk about starting your day on the wrong foot! Having hot water feels like it’s a daily given until, all of a sudden, it’s not.…
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