� ROTH EXPANSION KIT WINS VARIANCE IN VERMONT
Vermont’ s Department of Environmental Conservation( DEC) granted a formal variance for Roth double-wall tanks, allowing multiple tanks to be installed side by side using a Roth expansion kit without requiring a separate fill pipe for each tank, reported The Montpelier Mix, a newsletter for Vermont’ s HVAC contractors and equipment suppliers.
Heating & Cooling Contractors of Vermont( HCCV) had urged the DEC to grant the variance.“ DEC determined that the expansion kit evenly distributes fuel across all tanks, preventing over-pressurization and addressing a common safety concern with conventional manifolded systems,” the newsletter reported in its Feb. 9 issue. The newsletter noted that the variance applies only to the fill-pipe requirement; all other AST rules remain in effect, and specific installation conditions must be met, including indoor installation and individual vent alarms.
� BERGQUIST HIRES TWO EXECUTIVES
Wholesale propane equipment supplier Bergquist( www. BergquistInc. com), based in Toledo, Ohio, announced the appointment of Trevor Brewster as director of business automation and AI, a newly created role, and Natalya Zaytseva as director of marketing.
“ These appointments reflect our commitment to continuous innovation and our focus on providing customers with the best possible experience,” said Lauren Clark, Bergquist’ s CEO.“ With Trevor spearheading automation and AI initiatives, and
Natalya Zaytseva
Natalya shaping our marketing vision, we are further strengthening our ability to anticipate customer needs and deliver meaningful solutions that help them grow their businesses.”
Brewster brings more than two decades of diverse experience in entrepreneurship, business management, operations and customer service, with a strong foundation in
Trevor Brewster
technology and finance, the company said. In his new role, Brewster will partner with departments across Bergquist to identify opportunities where automation and AI can streamline workflows, reduce repetitive tasks and empower employees to focus on strategic customer support. His work will include
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