News

Winter 2026 has made its presence known across North America and it isn’t over yet. From record-breaking snowfall in the Carolinas to freezing temperatures stretching as far south as Florida, recent storms have disrupted operations across large parts of the continent. With forecasts calling for some regions to experience the coldest temperatures in a decade.

When it comes to propane tank monitoring reliability, nothing tests equipment like Mother Nature. At Otodata, we engineer our tank monitors to withstand the toughest environments—from freezing winters to scorching summers. But recently, one of our customers in Schulenburg, Texas, witnessed the ultimate test: a lightning strike. A Customer Story That Proves Durability James Feitsam, Owner of Tex Propane, shared his experience after lightning struck one of their oil storage t

When it comes to tank monitoring devices, three main technologies compete: Wi-Fi-based, Satellite-based and Cellular-based.