What is LPG

and how is it

used?

Nature of LPG

LPG is colourless in nature. Therefore a pungent gas called

ethanethiol (also known as methyl mercaptan) is added to detect

the gas leakage, which might otherwise go undetected.

It is heavier than air and has a higher calorific value than other

traditional fuel. Meaning that with less LPG, you can burn

effectively compared to traditional fuels like oil, kerosene, petrol,

etc.

Once the gas is refined, it is converted to liquid and will

be pressurized and stored in cylinders and tanks by the

industrial gas distributors to meet the needs of the

consumers. It is a fuel rich in energy and can readily

burn to produce instant heat for cooking, heating and

fueling the vehicle.

How is it used?

LPG has thousands of use across domestic, industrial and

commercial sectors. From cooking food to heating home, fueling

vehicle to generating power, metal cutting to recreational

activities, anything you can name it. Regardless of the sectors

where heat and energy are involved, LPG can deliver the best

solution for the application.

LPG for Cooking

LPG is the most preferred for gas for many in the

developed and developing countries. Especially,

Dubai gas is widely used as a cooking fuel. It is

economically viable, safe and the cleanest form of

energy available.

LPG for Heating

The most common use of LPG in any industry is to create heat.

For that reason, it is commonly used in home heating systems.

Due to its stable high temperature, it can create clear cuts and

reduce oxidising of metal. Thereby, widely use for heating,

cutting, brazing and welding of metal.

LPG for Power Generation

Most of the gas companies in UAE deliver LPG to fuel generators

and turbines. The most common application is CHP (combined

heat and power technologies), where LPG is used as a power

source.

LPG for Transport

When specifically used as a vehicle fuel, LPG is termed as

‘Autogas’. Autogas is the third most popular automotive fuel in

the world and considered as a ‘green’ fuel since it emits less CO2

than Petrol. LP based forklift trucks are an excellent alternative

to diesel trucks and offer excellent fuel economy.

LPG for Leisure

LPG is perfect for many recreational applications because of its

portability and universal accessibility. Most caravans use LPG gas for

heating and cooking. The same is applicable to camping, boating, and

other recreational activities.

Final Words..

LPG is a versatile, clean and portable solution used in residential,

commercial,agricultural, and industrial purpose. Dying, food processing,

photochemical feedstock, aerosol propellant gas, and refrigerant are other

applications of LPG.

Whether you need a portable LPG bottled cylinder for your home or pipeline gas

service for your industry, many gas distribution companies in Dubai are ready to

serve you!