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This is What a Massive 500 Gallon Propane Tank Explosion Looks Like

If there's one thing that you want to avoid with anything that's propane powered from your grill to your heater, It would most obviously be a situation that would put the propane tank in danger of building up enough pressure to explode and send shrapnel flying everywhere. While these tanks are fitted with safety...

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6 Steps to Switch to Propane

For landscapers thinking about switching to propane, there can be a lot of “do’s” and “don’ts” floating around. For those who are considering the switch or even in the process, there are a few things to keep in mind before, during and after the switch.

How to Tell If a Propane Tank Is Empty

The only way to tell if a propane tank is empty is to weigh it. This can also tell you if there is any propane left. The typical tank for a gas grill can hold 20 lbs. of propane. There is also the weight of the tank to consider. The tare weight (TW) noted on the tank is the weight of the tank when...

How Propane Can Save Energy Throughout your Home

If all or most of your home appliances run on electricity, the cooler months are probably a pain in the neck for you. Trying to keep your home warm while keeping energy costs down is a challenge, and when you are not getting the most out of your home appliances, that challenge becomes even harder<br>Why confine yourself to a season of sweatshirts and tube socks inside the house when you can cut your energy costs by simply switching to propane-powered appliances?<br>Here’s…

A Guide to Vertical Gas/Propane Smokers

What’s wrong with the “set it and forget it” philosophy? Consider a propane vertical smoker: convenient, easy to use and deliver a lot of bang for the buck.

Propane Hurricane Preparation Tips

Blossman Gas has several important propane hurricane preparation tips for home propane users to ensure safety in the event of flooding or evacuation.

How to Gauge the Propane Level in a Propane Tank

Propane tanks fuel many exciting and entertaining endeavors, from campers to barbecues. Propane tanks hold both liquid and gas fuel, and chemical reactions between the two are what heat our hot dogs and cheeseburgers on the grill. Many tanks include gauges so that you can tell when you need to...

Usage and Maintenance Tips for a Propane Dispenser

An advanced propane autogas dispenser can be installed and function just like a gasoline or diesel dispenser, which helps drivers transition easily.

The Benefits Of A Portable Propane Campfire

Portable propane campfires are a safe alternative at campgrounds where burn bans are in effect. They don't produce any smoke or ash.

How Is Propane Made?

By Marie-Luise Blue; Updated April 24, 2017<br>Propane is a fuel that satisfies about 4 percent of the energy needs of the United States, according to the National Propane Gas Association. Propane fuel heats and cools homes, especially in rural areas, and powers vehicles, gas grills and generators, among its many other uses in homes, farms and industry. Propane, a hydrocarbon compound, is a naturally occurring…

5 Reasons to Choose Propane

The topic of Energy comes up more and more frequently and in more and more situations these days. Within the last ten years, people are wanting more and more control over their own energy supply. They want to be more efficient, dependable, greener and cheaper. It is

What Can I Use Propane For?

Fill it up... with propane?

As gasoline and diesel fuel prices skyrocket, more South Georgians are looking at alternative fuel choices. One that is becoming more popular is propane. You might not even notice them, but there are

5 Benefits of Propane Forklifts

There are several different ways to power your forklift. Whether you use electric, natural gas, diesel, or gasoline, each one offers distinct advantages and disadvantages. However, when it comes to the most beneficial and easy-to-use type of fuel, propane wins hands down.

Benefits of Owning a Propane Generator

Regardless of your reasons for owning a generator, trying to decide between propane and gasoline shouldn’t be difficult. With propane you get a number of solid benefits that are just not possible with gasoline.

Why bring renewable propane to the market?

If we expect to grow gallons while ignoring public perception and policymakers’ goals, we risk losing the status as a viable energy source in the future.

10 Environmental Facts About Propane

Learn more about propane’s affect on the environment by reading these interesting environmental propane facts.

Is a Propane Generator Right for My Home?

When it comes to fueling a whole-home generator, there are three fuel choices: natural gas, diesel and propane (LP). Deciding which type of generator will work best for your home based on the fuel type is determined partly by...