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Everyone knows that fuel makes the world go round. Some of the most common types of fuels include gasoline, diesel fuel, ethanol, and bio-diesel. How we use fuel, where it comes from, and how each type of fuel differs from others can be challenging to understand. One name that comes up often is petroleum. Although…
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Over the past few years, Americans have been stuck in an economic crunch characterized by low-paying jobs and skyrocketing inflation. The response from the previous recession during the COVID-19 pandemic ended too quickly, magnifying the inadequacies of an already fragile job market. But eureka! There are solutions, one of which is apprenticeship programs. Unfortunately, apprenticeship…
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Propane is known as one of the cleanest burning fuels in existence. That is why it has long been used for a wide range of heating and cooking applications, such as powering portable grills or fueling the heating element on water heaters. Propane is also a popular fuel source for household ranges. Of course, this…
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Tired of spending hours behind a burning-hot charcoal grill but don’t want to give up your perfectly prepared proteins? If this sounds familiar, you’ve probably considered investing in a pellet smoker. While pellet smokers can make a great addition to your backyard BBQ shack, they aren’t the only option out there. During your search, you’ll…
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As spring quickly approaches, your mouth may begin to water at the idea of grilling juicy hamburgers and charred steak. Preparing your grill and accessories for barbecuing is critical to avoid potential issues as you gather your ingredients and look forward to spending time under clear skies in the backyard. Your grill likely needs a…
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Electricity is a buzzword these days. Everyone wants to use electricity to do everything, from powering their cars to heating their homes to toasting a bagel. Electricity may be trending as a power source, but most people don’t know where their electricity comes from and how it’s created. They might ask questions like “how is…
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No one likes being without power and sitting in the dark. The good news is that technological advancements and improvements to the utility infrastructure have made outages less common, right? Unfortunately not. In 2020, the United States experienced 1.33 billion outage hours, a 73% increase from the previous year. In 2021, the numbers improved slightly…
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If you’ve received a few winter utility bills that made you yell out an expletive, then it may be time to make a few changes to your appliances. Although you may assume the only option to staying warm and saving money is breaking out your wool socks and space heater, better options are available; otherwise,…
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You have probably heard of most of the “-ane” gasses, such as propane and methane. You may even be familiar with the widely-used cutting gas acetylene, which is used to fuel torches and other heat-based cutting instruments. There is another type of gas you need to know about — a revolutionary fuel known as Chemtane.…
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