ABOUT US
Superior Design. Super Quality. Superior Service. Why would you settle for anything less?
Superior Energy Systems has engineered, manufactured and installed propane infrastructure since 1975. We offer the engineering expertise, services and support to meet the needs of any application.
We build made-to-order propane vaporizers and mixers, portable and permanent rail towers, metering and odorant skids, propane autogas dispensers and complete dispensing stations. We are in the unique position to handle your entire project from start to finish — from planning and installing to service and maintenance . High-quality materials, customization, superior craftsmanship and responsive project management go into every job.
Our emphasis on safety, including codes and standards expertise and complete training programs, sets us apart from the competition. Our team holds leadership positions in the National Standards Institute, National Fire Protection Association, National Propane Gas Association, Propane Education & Research Council and many more industry organizations. We also are a member of the Energy Department’s Clean Cities program.
Learn more by downloading our company brochure.
Events and Trade Shows
Each year we attend, exhibit and speaks at dozens of shows, conferences and workshops across the United States about propane safety, regulation and infrastructure. Keep up-to-date on where we will be in the near future.
July 10-11: STN Expo, Reno, NV
August 4-6: Texas Propane Gas Association convention, Galveston, TX
September 11-13: Bus Con, Indianapolis, IN
October 19-20: GIE Expo, Louisville, KY
PERC Safety Minute Video: Refresher Training
NFPA 58 requires all propane employees receive documented refresher training every three years to continue handling propane. Refresher training can be less intensive than initial propane training and concentrates on procedural changes, new requirements, or...
3 Fleets Receive Award from PERC at BusCon
Three transit fleets have been recognized for creating healthier environments for riders and their communities by using clean, cost-effective, American propane autogas. Recipients of the PERC Top User of Propane Autogas Award, announced at the BusCon Expo this week in...
PERC Safety Minute: Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
Using and maintaining fire extinguishers should be second nature to propane retailers and delivery crews. While fire extinguishers aren’t meant to put out blazing fires, they can create a safe escape route should a non-propane fire break out on a job. Keeping fire...
BPN: Marketers Say Autogas School Buses Bring Year-Round Business
(September 2018) — As students head back to school this fall, a growing number will be transported on school buses that are powered by alternative fuels including propane autogas. School bus manufacturer Blue Bird Corp. (Macon, Ga.) reports that the use of alternative...
September Newsletter
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PERC Safety Minute: Cylinder Fails Inspection, Now What?
Watch this week’s Safety Minute to review steps to take when a cylinder fails inspection and what to do when a customer insists on leaving your site with it. Watch the video. Access individual modules about dispensing propane safely.
Updated Consumer Safety Materials from PERC
Newly revised and redesigned, PERC has released three consumer safety products. The updated products are some of PERC’s most downloadable and purchased items redesigned to be more readable for customers. In addition, new topics such as uncapped lines have been covered...
NTEA and PERC webinar: Go the Distance with Propane Autogas
Did you miss the "Go the Distance with Propane Autogas" webinar this week? Hear our own Mike Walters speak with other experts on the benefits of propane autogas. Please click here to view the webinar on-demand today.
FUELS FIX: FLEETFIX: Town of Waynesville, NC
Fleet Name: Town of Waynesville Fleet Management Domicile Site: Town of Waynesville, NC Service Area: Town of Waynesville is located in Haywood County west of Asheville, NC. The Town of Waynesville serves 10,000 residents. Fleet Purpose: Provides quality, timely...
FUELS FIX: FLEETFIX: Gaston County Public Works
Fleet Name: Gaston County Public Works Domicile site: Gastonia, NC Service area: Gaston County, NC Fleet purpose: The converted vehicles are for public works, parks and recreation, sheriff’s office transportation vehicles, sheriff’s office administration, and Gaston...
Key Team Members Profiles
Donald Fernald
President and CEO
Donald (Don) Fernald has more than 45 years of experience in the design, engineering, manufacturing, construction, sale and service of gas equipment. He has been involved with Superior Energy Systems since 2002 and introduced innovative approaches in the design of equipment in this highly specialized field. Don graduated from UCLA with an associates degree in accounting and gained a bachelor of science from Cleveland State University.
Don has served on multiple research, safety and risk management committees with the Environmental Protection Agency, National Propane Gas Association, Propane Education & Research Council and Ohio Propane Gas Association. Since its inception in 1999, Don has served on PERC’s Advisory Committee in the Research and Development working group.
A regular speaker at Institute of Gas Technology seminars throughout the U.S., Don has also presented technical papers to the World LP-Gas Forum.
Don enjoys spending time with family, golfing and boating.
Derek Rimko
Vice President of Operations
Derek Rimko manages the company’s operations,sales efforts and customer relations as well as overseeing all in-house personnel. He has served the propane industry for 24 years and has been with SES since inception. Derek graduated from The Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and advertising.He stays active in numerous state propane gas associations andalso serves on the Propane Education & Research Council’s Advisory Committee in their Market Outreach Working Group. Derek enjoys being with his family and traveling.
Mike Walters
Vice President Safety & Training
A member of the Propane Industry for over 40 years, with over 25 years as a Safety Professional, Mike’s educational background includes New York Academy of Fire Science, Syracuse University and Columbia Southern University. He is certified in Environmental Compliance and Accident Investigation as well as several certification areas of the industry’s Certified Employee Training Program.
Mike is a charter member and served for over 20 years on the Propane Education and Research Council’s Safety and Training Advisory Committee; serving as Chairman for four years (2004-2007). A recipient of the NPGA Safety Award, Mike served for many years on the National Propane Gas Association’s Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) Certification Committee and is a member of an Industry Trade Magazine Editorial Review Board. Mike is considered a subject matter expert in the development of safety and training programs within the propane industry.
Mike serves on the Board of the Ohio Propane Gas Association, the NFPA 59 Technical Committee on LP-Gas Utility Gas Plants, NFPA 30A Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, NFPA 1402 Technical Committee on Facilities for Fire Training and Associated Props and the Underwriters Laboratories UL 87 and 495 Standards Technical Panel. Mike is also a member of the International Codes Council and the American Society of Safety Professionals.
In his spare time, Mike spends time cruising his ’57 Chevy as a member of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America Cuyahoga Valley Region.
Greg Whitesel
Director of Engineering
Greg Whitesel oversees all civil, mechanical and electrical engineering documents as well as leads the design for all propane bulk terminals and autogas installations. . He has been with SES for almost 20 years. He holds an associate’s degree in mechanical design from Lorain Community College. In his spare time, Greg enjoys being with his family and outdoor recreation.