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Community Outreach – August 2021

September 3, 2021

Propane Angels, Auburn, Maine Paraco was proud to fuel the Propane Angels as a sponsor of one of their most exciting fundraising events – the 10th Annual Summer Meeting Motorcycle Ride. PGANE (Propane Gas Association of New England) members gathered in Vermont for this years’ charity Bike Ride through the scenic Green Mountains of Vermont…

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What Does Propane Smell Like?

August 17, 2021

Some smells are signals of good times ahead. The smell of baking cookies is inviting, so much so that realtors often use it as a tactic to make prospective homeowners instantly comfortable during house tours. Some smells are a warning, like the distinctive smell of gasoline where it doesn’t belong. Propane has a similar built-in…

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Celebrating William Wachter’s 25-Year Milestone Anniversary!

August 11, 2021

Today we are celebrating and congratulating William E. Wachter, Jr. (“Billy”) on his 25-year milestone anniversary with us here at Paraco! Billy is a Bulk/Bobtail Delivery Driver who supports our Peekskill, NY facility, delivering bulk propane to residential and commercial customers. Billy’s busy day not only means providing safe, punctual, consistent and reliable bulk propane…

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Propane Air Conditioners Are a Money-Saver

August 10, 2021

When you think of propane, heating is most people’s first association. Propane air conditioning? Not as well known. But they’re an option, and they have some very appealing advantages over other types of air conditioning systems, like electric. We think of it as a heating source but really, propane is an all-around energy source, capable…

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Who Uses Propane and What It’s Used For

August 3, 2021

Propane is a highly versatile, environmentally safe, clean burning, cost efficient and energy efficient fuel source with hundreds of uses. It is a nontoxic, colorless and odorless energy source produced from both natural gas processing and crude-oil refining. Like with natural gas, an odorant is added to propane in order to help detect its presence.…

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Employee Spotlight – August 2021

August 2, 2021

Employee Spotlight: Accounting with Strong Leadership, Planning & People Skills   Gary Ferrari | A Driving Force Adding Value & Solid Planning Skills Gary is an Accounting Manager who reports to Maryse Jean-Pierre, Controller and works in our Corporate office.  In his role, Gary is responsible for three critical Accounting functions including in-depth General Ledger…

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BBQ Tank Exchange

July 30, 2021

Propane Cylinder Exchange and Refill Become a PropaneTank Refill or Exchange Dealer Looking for an easy way to boost sales for your business all year long? If you own a gas station, hardware shop, barbecue store, supermarket, or convenience store, think about adding propane into your customer offerings. You can reap the benefits of becoming…

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4th Annual Pat Armentano Legacy Award

July 27, 2021

The Pat Armentano Legacy Award (Award) is a distinctive honor celebrating one employee each year – an employee who has achieved a legacy of service, loyalty, commitment and highly-regarded character traits that exceed daily expectations both on and off the job. This individual best personifies the core values and culture fostered by Pat Armentano, Paraco’s…

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Are Electric Heat Pumps the Best Hot Water Heaters?

July 27, 2021

Anyone who has had to take a freezing cold shower will tell you how important heat sources are. In an average home, we use hot water for everything from showering to washing dishes — so when it goes out it can be extremely disruptive. For those reasons, among a host of others, reliable water heat…

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