Category Archives: Propane

Propane Tank Size and Vaporization Capacity

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Texas Propane

Vaporization is the process of liquid conversion into gas (or vapor). As propane boils, it is in the process of vaporizing. Water boils at 212°F, where it converts to a vapor we know as steam. Propane operates the same way, … Continue reading →

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Vaporizers for Propane Tanks

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Texas Propane

Often times, commercial and industrial propane applications using high demand LP Gas equipment will incorporate propane vaporizers to satisfy appliance BTU requirements. The use of vaporizers is common when equipment or appliance demand exceeds the vaporizing capacity of the tank. … Continue reading →

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Commercial Propane Tank Sizing for Your Business

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Texas Propane

Propane is common for commercial and industrial fuel for many high volume usage activities. There are numerous different industrial and commercial uses for propane. Therefore, choosing a propane tank of proper size to suit the application requirements can be complex. … Continue reading →

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Residential Propane Tank Sizing for Your Home

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Texas Propane

Historically, propane was common as a rural fuel. However, it is increasingly becoming an alternative to electricity in many areas. People are selecting propane as an energy source in new home construction both in and around towns and major cities. … Continue reading →

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Basics of Underground Propane Tank Regulators

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Texas Propane

Underground propane tank regulators are subject to different precautionary measures for proper protection, safety and continuous operation. Regulator safety and protection is of the utmost importance during propane tank installations. However, when dealing with underground installations, regulator installation takes on … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for Winter Propane Delivery at Your Home or Business

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Texas Propane

No matter the weather conditions, our propane delivery drivers at Texas Propane work around the clock to ensure your propane home or business is warm all winter. Keeping warm during the winter is always essential for our propane customers. Therefore, … Continue reading →

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Safety of Propane Tanks During the Winter

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Texas Propane

Cold temperatures outside not only freezes lakes, streams and fingers, they can affect propane tanks. Metal tanks store this fuel source that originates from the refining of natural gas and crude oil. Your storage container utilizes pressures to keep propane … Continue reading →

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Grades of Propane – Gas Purity and Quality

Posted on December 18, 2017 by Texas Propane

Propane is propane regardless of the grade. However, there are three grades of propane. Each of the three grades, HD5, HD10 and commercial propane differ in propane consistency and all have different purposes. All grades of propane come from the same … Continue reading →

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How to Prevent Damage to Your Propane Tank

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Texas Propane

Propane tanks are subject to protection requirements for obvious reasons. Propane tanks that are “subject to vehicular traffic” need protection from any type of impact caused by a vehicle. Tanks that are subject to tampering of any kind also require … Continue reading →

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Propane and BTU (British Thermal Unit) Ratings

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Texas Propane

BTU stands for British Thermal Unit and is a unit of measurement, similar to that of gallon or pound. It is what the entire propane world revolves around. Surprisingly, the LP Gas industry is not solely dependent on gallons or … Continue reading →

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