Beckett launches connected oil tank gauge system
Helps to schedule deliveries based on need
R.W. Beckett Corp. has debuted the BeckettLink Connected Tank Gauge, a solution for dealers and users to continuously monitor fuel tank levels from a smart phone, tablet or other connected device to help schedule deliveries in real-time. The system consists of a tank gauge that ultrasonically measures the fuel level, and a Wi-Fi enabled “hub” to transmit info. Alerts for… FULL ARTICLE >>
EEE On Demand registration now open
Virtual expo runs throughout August
All On Demand attendees will create their individual and unique login. Your login takes you to your Attendee Console where you will manage your profile and have access to the complete schedule of business and technical education sessions as well as connect with exhibitors and sponsors. Once registered, you have unlimited access to the On Demand venue and can… FULL ARTICLE >>
Long-time oilheat business owners pass away
Over the weekend, the deaths of a few small company owners were announced. Although she passed away in April, it was reported Joan Heaney of Upper Brookville, Long Island, NY, an integral part of oil delivery company Skaggs-Walsh Inc., died from complications from COVID-19. She was 77 years old. Heaney was fanatical about completing The New York Times crossword puzzle… FULL ARTICLE >>NEFI changes name to National Energy & Fuels Institute
Reflects work across the country
NEFI, the trade association formerly known as the New England Fuel Institute, has changed its name to the National Energy & Fuels Institute. The new name formalizes the organization’s mission and longtime leadership role as an advocate for liquid heating fuel providers in Washington, DC and throughout the country. “NEFI has served these mostly small Main Street family businesses since… FULL ARTICLE >>
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Beckett launches connected oil tank gauge system
R.W. Beckett Corp. has debuted the BeckettLink Connected Tank Gauge, a solution for dealers and users to continuously monitor fuel tank levels from a smart phone, tablet or other connected device to help schedule deliveries in real-time. The system consists of a tank gauge that… READ BLOG >>
EEE On Demand registration now open
All On Demand attendees will create their individual and unique login. Your login takes you to your Attendee Console where you will manage your profile and have access to the complete schedule of business and technical education sessions as well as connect with exhibitors… READ BLOG >>
Long-time oilheat business owners pass away
Over the weekend, the deaths of a few small company owners were announced. Although she passed away in April, it was reported Joan Heaney of Upper Brookville, Long Island, NY, an integral part of oil delivery company Skaggs-Walsh Inc., died from complications from COVID-19. She… READ BLOG >>
NEFI changes name to National Energy & Fuels Institute
NEFI, the trade association formerly known as the New England Fuel Institute, has changed its name to the National Energy & Fuels Institute. The new name formalizes the organization’s mission and longtime leadership role as an advocate for liquid heating fuel providers in Washington, DC… READ BLOG >>
Michigan school develops energy-saving thermostat
Researchers from the University of Michigan have developed the Human Embodied Autonomous Thermostat (“HEAT”) in response to the need for smart, more flexible climate control to keep people comfortable without heating and cooling entire empty buildings. HEAT is designed to provide more efficient and personalized… READ BLOG >>
Displaced Texas oil employees find new life in HVAC industry
As job markets across the U.S. continue to struggle in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, the impact of the virus on oil production is threatening severe consequences for the global economy. More than a dozen oil companies have declared bankruptcy so far in the… READ BLOG >>
Vermont Tank inspection deadline nears
Article courtesy: VTDigger.org Vermonters that heat with fuel oil are encouraged to get their tank inspected this summer. According to Vermont regulations, an uninspected tank can not be filled after August 15, 2020. Contact your fuel provider to confirm that your fuel oil tank has… READ BLOG >>
Third Virtual Propane Expo set for this week
The third Virtual Propane Expo is this week–Wednesday and Thursday, June 24 and 25. The last Virtual Propane Expo on May 28 brought 3,000 visitors, there are also over 200 virtual exhibitors, including Indoor Comfort, a media partner. For more information, to register… READ BLOG >>
Government launches more user-friendly PPP loan full forgiveness application
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application. The new forgiveness form was part of the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law June 5, 2020 and is designed to increase processing efficiency to… READ BLOG >>
Watts to host specs management seminar on June 25
The next installment in the Watts Works Engineer Webinar Series will be Thursday, June 25, at 11 a.m. (EST). Called “Working Smarter: Better Project Specs with SpecHUB,” attendees will learn: How engineers, architects, and design build contractors are writing better specifications with SpecHUB, Watts’ project… READ BLOG >>