Archive for August 2024

Energy Star propane water heaters save consumers from 13% to 20% in annual energy costs when compared to standard electric models. Using propane can also cut your home’s carbon emissions from water heating nearly in half compared to an electric model. The Michigan Propane Commission has launched a new rebate program that provides consumers a…

As thousands of Michigan farmers know, when it comes to drying grain, propane is tough to beat. With a higher BTU than natural gas, the availability and reliability of on-site fuel storage, and the knowledge that propane won’t contaminate grain, soil or water, it’s no wonder that the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) reports…

Ready or not, it’s time to get ready for colder weather, snow and, of course, higher heating costs. While a rise in winter heating bills is always expected, there are some simple and affordable things you can do to help keep costs under control. The secret is to act now, before the cold weather strikes.…

Warmer weather usually means one thing when it comes to interstates, highways and roads in Michigan… road construction season. If it seems like work zones are popping up everywhere you look, well, that’s exactly what’s happening. To make things more complicated (and dangerous) it’s also the time of year when more and more people are…

In the face of changing EPA emission standards that came into effect about a decade ago, DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) began filling a major need for companies using medium and heavy-duty diesel vehicles. The fluid mixture itself is comprised of urea and deionized water, which helps transform harmful nitrous oxide emissions into harmless water and…

Picture this, you are a business owner with a small fleet of trucks and some other fuel-powered equipment. For years, you’ve just been having your team fill up at the station “down the road.” One day, you find yourself talking to a Crystal Flash sales rep who suggests on-site tanks, so you ask yourself, “What…

Conducting business in regions with colder climates, like Michigan, can require some special considerations, extra planning and coordination. When there’s work to be done in frigid temperatures, the use of propane-powered temporary heating is a smart, safe and economical way to keep a wide variety of outdoor projects and events on track and on budget.…

Propane is a versatile, cost-effective and clean method of heating your home. Unlike working with a utility, where you have very limited or no choice of who your provider will be, heating with propane provides the opportunity to choose who you will be relying on to supply your fuel. Selecting a propane provider isn’t as…

Heating and Cooling Tips Look for the ENERGY STAR label on home appliances and products. ENERGY STAR products meet strict efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency. • Install a programmable thermostat to avoid heating or cooling your home when you’re not there. • Make sure your appliances and…

It’s once again time to get ready for colder weather, snow and, of course, higher heating costs. While a rise in winter heating bills are expected, there are some practical and affordable things you can do to keep costs under control. The key is to act now before the cold air hits. This winter, you…