Category Archives: Safety

Propane Cylinder Requirements in Texas

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Texas Propane

Rules and regulations pertaining to Texas Propane cylinders and LP Gas bottles account for their portability, as well as their variety of uses. There are numerous propane cylinder requirements, which involve storage, transportation and acceptable use. Texas Propane will list … Continue reading →

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Texas Propane Provides Important Information about LP Gas Space Heaters

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Texas Propane

Texas Propane space heaters are frequently referred to as room heaters because they are designed to heat a portion of a building such as a room or living area. While these heaters are portable and can easily be moved, they … Continue reading →

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Texas Propane Discusses the Type of Outdoor Propane Heaters and Safety

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Texas Propane

Propane patio heaters and outdoor heaters are becoming extremely popular and are increasingly visible at restaurants and on backyard patios. As the name implies, outdoor heaters are for outdoor use, not for temporary indoor use. While an outdoor heater may … Continue reading →

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Texas Propane’s Liquid Withdrawal Valve

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Texas Propane

The liquid withdrawal valve is commonly known by its manufacturers given name such as Chek-Lok or Checkmate. However, the proper name is “actuated liquid withdrawal excess flow valve”. It serves as critical role in propane tank liquid evacuation. This valve … Continue reading →

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Texas Propane’s Propane Vapor Return Valves

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Texas Propane

Also known as the vapor equalizing connection or vapor equalization valve, the vapor return valve is required on all ASME propane tanks. Texas Propan typically uses this valve during hot summer months in Texas. In the event that liquid must … Continue reading →

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Fixed Liquid Level Gauge – Propane Bleeder Valve

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Texas Propane

The fixed liquid level gauge, also known as the bleeder valve is the one and only gauging device that accurately depicts the level of propane in the tank when it is being filled. The face gauge is not to be … Continue reading →

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Propane Tank Service Valve

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Texas Propane

The propane tank service valve is the point at which propane vapor enters the gas plumbing system for use by downstream LP Gas appliances. All ASME propane tanks consist of a service valve that functions as a primary shut-off device … Continue reading →

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Propane Tank Float Gauge

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Texas Propane

The propane tank float gauge is for consumer use only. The float gauge is not for filling as it only provides an approximate tank percentage and cannot be considered 100% reliable. The fixed fixed liquid level gauge is utilized for … Continue reading →

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Propane Liquid and Propane Vapor

Posted on April 17, 2017 by Texas Propane

Before used, propane exists in one of two forms, liquid or vapor. Both forms of propane are usable but cannot be used interchangeably. Simply put, a propane system designed to use vapor can’t utilize propane in its liquid form and … Continue reading →

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Can I Paint My Propane Tank?

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Texas Propane

The answer to the question, “Can I Paint My Propane Tank?”, is yes. However, can you paint it any color you want? No, you cannot. NFPA 58 states that you must paint propane containers a heat reflective color. The majority … Continue reading →

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