Training is not optional for those in the
industry. Technology drives on making life
more efficient and work more effective,
but only to those with the know how to
make it happen.
Photos courtesy NORA and PERC.
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DEPARTMENTS
3 Dateline
5 State by State
8 Editorial
12 Fuels/EIA
22 Business Operations
41 HVAC/Hydronics
46 Classifieds
49 Ad Index
FUELS
18
Chemicals Buyer's Guide
A directory of additive manufacturers
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
24
Fuel Oil News New Vendor Awards
Our 2015 look at new and exciting companies in the industry
28 PERC: Learning about Propane
Are your employees propane-proficient?
30 NORA's New Gold Standard
The National Oilheat Research Alliance gives its Gold certification for
technicians a major makeover
32 Training Directory
An annual listing of industry educational offerings
36 Recap: NEFI Expo 2015
A successful change in venue produces a fine show
38 Don't Fly by the Seat of Your Pants
Properly manage KPIs for a smooth ride
40 Contagion
Columnist Shane Sweet
HVAC/HYDRONICS
44
Riello Pumps
By George Lanthier
50 Who or What Is a Rep?
Columnist Charles Bursey
Contents
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ON THE COVER
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