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October 2016

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October 2016
October 2016
Accidents Waiting to Happen?
Accidents Waiting to Happen?

Empty propane tanks and inadequately secured, disconnected tanks can be expensive accidents waiting to happen, but there are steps a marketer can take to prevent tampering and reduce risk. An unsecure plug device without a security key or solid brass c

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Take Control of Product Costs
Take Control of Product Costs

When John “Mac” MacKenna, the impetuous and enthusiastic editor of Oil & Energy, ordered me to write an article in accordance with the theme of Cost of Sales for this issue, I was quite excited, as I felt that this was right in our wheelhouse.

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Make Cost Monitoring Routine
Make Cost Monitoring Routine

Controlling fuel company costs is an important part of the mission at Angus Energy. Two members of the Angus leadership team provide an in-depth look at cost control.

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Using Financial Data to Control Costs
Using Financial Data to Control Costs

Gaining the upper hand on your costs can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task. But by applying some common sense “best practices” to the way you collect, measure and apply the financial data found in your company’s books, you actually have an op

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Red Fuel, Blue States
Red Fuel, Blue States

If natural gas pipeline opponents succeed in defeating both the Northeast Energy Direct and the Access Northeast natural gas pipeline projects, a new day for heating oil will arrive. Many heating oil companies in New England have been fighting for surv

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Background Checks Can Strengthen a Workforce
Background Checks Can Strengthen a Workforce

Many business owners would agree that one of the most difficult aspects of running a successful operation is finding employees who possess suitable work ethics and who will remain on the job for an extended period of time. A high turnover rate can come at

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