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We have expanded our service offerings. We are now a proud provider of propane. This strategic move allows us to better serve our customers with a wider range of energy options. Our propane services are designed to be dependable and cost-effective, supported by our experienced team and commitment to customer satisfaction. Contact us today to learn more about our propane delivery and service plans.

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What is Propane?

Propane is a hydrocarbon gas, specifically a three-carbon alkane (C3H8), that is commonly used as a fuel. Propane is:

Clean-burning: – Propane combusts relatively cleanly, producing fewer emissions compared to other fossil fuels like gasoline or diesel. This makes it a more environmentally friendly option in many applications.

Versatile: – Propane has a wide range of uses, including:

    • Heating homes and businesses.
    • Powering appliances like stoves, water heaters, and clothes dryers.
    • Fueling outdoor equipment like grills and pool heaters.
    • Providing energy for agricultural and industrial equipment.
    • Fueling vehicles.

Odor: – In its natural state, propane is odorless. However an odorant is added to it so that leaks can be easily detected.

Propane Safety

Propane, like any fuel, can be safe when handled correctly. It is important to understand its properties and safeguards. Here is the overview:

Propane’s Properties:

    • Non-toxic: – Propane itself is not poisonous. However, in high concentrations, it can displace oxygen, leading to asphyxiation.
    • Flammable: – Propane is highly flammable, meaning it can easily ignite if exposed to a spark or flame. This is the primary safety concern.
    • Odorless (with additive): – In its natural state, propane has no smell. To make leaks detectable, a substance called mercaptan is added, giving it a distinct, unpleasant odor (often described as “rotten eggs”).

Safety Measures:

    • Leak detection: – The added odorant is a critical safety feature. If you smell propane, it’s a warning sign of a potential leak.
    • Proper ventilation: – Ensure adequate ventilation for propane appliances to prevent carbon monoxide buildup and reduce the risk of asphyxiation.
    • Safe storage: – Propane tanks should be stored upright, in well-ventilated areas, away from heat sources and potential ignition points.
    • Regular maintenance: – Have propane appliances and systems inspected and maintained by qualified professionals.
    • Awareness: – Educate yourself and your family about propane safety, including what to do in case of a leak or emergency.

Propane Is Typically Sold in Two Ways:

By weight (pounds):

    • This method is often used for smaller, portable propane cylinders, such as those used for grills or RVs. These tanks are filled and weighed to ensure the correct amount of propane is dispensed.

By the gallon:

    • This is the most common method for larger quantities, especially for residential and commercial deliveries to stationary tanks.
    • Propane delivery trucks use meters to measure the amount of propane dispensed in gallons.

Propane Storage Tanks

+ 20 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 33 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 40 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 57 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

Table of Contents: – Details about our Propane Cylinders and Storage Tank

+ 100 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 200 to 250 20 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 500 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

+ 1000 LB Tank – Details and Recommendations

20 Pound Tank

20 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Use in RV’s, Gas Grills, Patio Heaters, Small Generators, Camp Stoves, Lanterns, and Weed Torches.

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • 20-pound Capacity:
    • The “20-pound” designation refers to the weight of the propane the tank holds, not the total weight of the tank itself.
    • A 20-pound propane tank holds approximately 4.7 gallons of propane when full.

Refilling and Exchange:

    • These tanks are typically refilled at propane refill stations or exchanged for full tanks at various retail locations.

33 Pound Tank

33 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • RVs, Construction Heaters, Industrial Uses, Temporary Power, Larger outdoor cooking, (Food Trucks)

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • These tanks hold approximately 7 gallons of propane when filled to the standard 80% capacity.
    • Extended Run Time – Compared to 20-pound tanks, 30-pound tanks provide a longer run time for appliances, reducing the frequency of refills.
    • Portability – While larger than the common 20-pound grill tank, 30-pound tanks are still designed for relatively easy transport, though they are much heavier.

Refilling and Exchange:

      • Refilling these tanks can be more expensive than refilling the smaller 20 pound tanks.
      • These tanks are typically refilled at propane refill stations or exchanged for full tanks at various retail locations.

40 Pound PropaneTank

40 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Larger Commercial Grills, (For restaurants, catering services), Space Heaters for Larger Spaces (heating larger garages or well-ventilated commercial spaces, Propane Torches (tasks like roofing, asphalt repair, and weed burning), Some RV Applications: (As a secondary tank for appliances with higher propane demands) 

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • Capacity – Holds approximately 9.4 gallons of liquid propane when filled to the standard 80% capacity.
    • Portability – While heavier than 20-pound and 30-pound tanks, a 40-pound tank can still be moved by a reasonably strong adult. It is best moved using a hand truck or within the context of the equipment it powers (e.g., a mobile heater with wheels).
    • Valve and Connection – standard POL (Prest-O-Lite) Valve: Typically equipped with a POL valve, which is the common threaded connection for most portable propane appliances. This allows for direct connection to regulators and hoses.

Construction:

    • Durable Steel – Constructed from robust steel designed to safely contain liquid propane under pressure. The tank is built to meet DOT (Department of Transportation) specifications for portable cylinders. 

Refilling and Exchange:

    • Refilling – 40-pound propane tanks can be refilled at most propane retailers, filling stations, and some hardware stores equipped with propane dispensing facilities. Refilling is generally more cost-effective than exchange in the long run as you only pay for the propane received.  

    • Exchange Programs – Some retailers offer exchange programs where you can swap an empty 40-pound tank for a pre-filled one. While convenient, exchange programs often charge a premium for the service, and you don’t get credit for any propane left in your empty tank. Additionally, the fill level in exchange tanks might not always be a full 9.4 gallons.

57 Pound Propane Tank

 57-Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Extended RV Use, Larger Construction Heaters, Industrial Uses (such as providing longer backup power for medium-sized portable generators), Food Trucks with Higher Demand, and Specialized Outdoor Events.

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • Capacity: – These tanks hold approximately 13.5 gallons of propane when filled to the standard 80% capacity.).
    • Portability: – While offering a larger capacity 57-pound tanks are considerably heavier and less easily portable. Moving them safely likely requires two people or the use of a hand truck. They are designed for applications needing more propane on a semi-portable basis.
    • Valve and Connection: – They would likely feature a POL (Prest-O-Lite) valve, which is a standard connection type for many propane appliances requiring higher flow rates or longer durations.

Special Considerations: 

  • Weight and Handling: – When full, these tanks are quite heavy and require careful handling and potentially specialized equipment to move safely.
  • Storage: – They require more substantial and secure storage space compared to smaller portable tanks.

Refilling and Exchange:

  • Refilling Availability: – Depending on your location, finding facilities that readily refill this less common size might be more challenging than refilling standard 20 or 30-pound tanks. Exchange programs for this size might be limited.
  • Cost: – The initial cost of the tank and the cost of each refill will likely be higher than smaller capacity portable tanks.

Consult with our qualified US OXO staff for advice.

100 Pound PropaneTank

100 -Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Food Trucks – used to power multiple appliances, Larger RVs – with higher propane demands for heating, hot water, and appliances, etc., Industrial Uses such as powering larger forklifts, welding equipment, and other industrial processes,
    • Also Backup Power – supplying larger portable generators for extended power outages and
    • Residential Use (Secondary) – can be used for specific high-demand appliances like whole-house generators or larger pool heaters.

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • Capacity: – These tanks hold approximately 23.6 gallons of propane when filled to the standard 80% capacity. This provides a significantly larger fuel reserve compared to 20-pound or 30-pound tanks.
    • Portability: – While technically portable, 100-pound tanks are considerably heavy (around 70-80 lbs empty, and significantly more when full). Moving them requires significant effort and is often done using a hand truck or by two people. They are not intended for frequent transport like smaller cylinders.
    • Valve and Connection: – They typically feature a POL (Prest-O-Lite) valve, which is a standard connection type for many propane appliances and regulators.

Construction:

    • Constructed from robust steel, these tanks are designed to safely contain the larger volume and pressure of liquid propane. They are built to withstand more demanding usage scenarios.
    • Special Considerations: 
  • Weight and Handling: – Their weight makes them difficult for one person to move safely and requires proper lifting techniques and equipment.
  • Space Requirements: – They take up considerably more space than smaller tanks, which can be a factor in tight environments like food trucks or RV storage compartments.
  • Transportation: – Transporting full 100-pound tanks requires securing tanks and adherence to any transportation regulations for compressed gases. 

Refilling and Exchange:

  • Refilling Availability: – Refilling 100-pound tanks is generally more cost-effective per gallon compared to exchanging smaller 20-pound tanks. You typically have the option to have them refilled by a propane delivery service or take them to a propane filling station.
  • Cost: – The initial cost of the tank and the cost of each refill will likely be higher than smaller capacity portable tanks.

250 Pound PropaneTank

250 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Important Note: – While a 250-pound propane tank isn’t a standard DOT portable cylinder size, it’s a common size for stationary ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) tanks used for residential and smaller commercial applications.

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Large RV and mobile home setups, (For extended off-grid living), Industrial heating and processes, providing a larger portable fuel source for specific industrial needs, large temporary power generation (fueling larger generators or multiple generators for extended periods, and agricultural uses: (powering larger portable equipment or heating larger temporary structures.

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • Capacity -These tanks are designed for permanent installation and are measured by their water capacity in gallons. A 250-gallon propane tank has a propane capacity equivalent to roughly 200 gallons (80% fill).
    • Portability – These tanks are significantly heavier than 100-pound tanks (weighing around 230-250 pounds when full) and are not easily portable by hand. They require specialized equipment like heavy-duty hand trucks or lifting devices for safe movement.Valve and Connection – Typically feature a multi-valve system which can include connections for vapor withdrawal, liquid withdrawal, filling, and a pressure relief valve. The connections are larger and more robust than those on smaller portable cylinders to accommodate higher flow rates.

Construction:

    • Made of heavy-duty steel, engineered to safely contain the larger volume of pressurized liquid propane. They meet stringent DOT specifications for transportable cylinders.

Special Considerations:

    • Extreme weight and handling – Requires specialized equipment and careful handling procedures.
    • Transportation challenges – Transporting these large cylinders requires appropriate vehicles and securement.
    • Significant storage space – Needs a substantial and secure storage area.
    • Higher cost – Both the tank and the cost of refilling are considerably more than smaller tanks.
    • Less common availability – Not all propane retailers are equipped to fill or handle 200-pound cylinders.
    • Refilling and Exchange:

Refilling and Exchange

    • Refill – These tanks are typically refilled directly by a propane delivery service that has the appropriate equipment and certifications. Exchange programs are generally not available for this size due to their weight and specialized handling requirements.
    • Cost – Refilling will be significantly more expensive than smaller tanks due to the larger volume of propane needed. Delivery charges may also apply.

Important Note – When using 200 to 250 pound propane tanks, strict adherence to all safety regulations and guidelines is crucial due to the large volume and weight of the propane. Always consult with qualified propane professionals for proper installation, handling, and refilling procedures.

500 Pound PropaneTank

500 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Important Note: – While a 250-pound propane tank isn’t a standard DOT portable cylinder size, it’s a common size for stationary ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) tanks used for residential and smaller commercial applications.

Common Uses and Applications:

Hot Water Heating (providing a sufficient supply for high-demand water heaters), Cooking, (fueling ranges, ovens, and other cooking appliances at resturamt level, Clothes Drying, (laundromats), Backup Power Generation, (fuel whole-house generators)  Pool and Spa Heating, Agricultural Uses (powering certain farm equipment), Small Commercial Businesses: Providing energy for heating, hot water, and other needs in smaller commercial establishments.

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • Using the rough conversion of 4.2 pounds per gallon, this equates to approximately 1680 pounds of propane. The “500-pound” designation is a misnomer based on propane weight; the tank size is defined by its gallon capacity
    • Portability – These tanks are significantly heavier than 100-pound tanks (weighing around 230-250 pounds when full) and are not easily portable by hand. They require specialized equipment like heavy-duty hand trucks or lifting devices for safe movement.Valve and Connection – Typically feature a multi-valve system which can include connections for vapor withdrawal, liquid withdrawal, filling, and a pressure relief valve. The connections are larger and more robust than those on smaller portable cylinders to accommodate higher flow rates.
  • Valve and Connection:
    • Multiple Valves: Equipped with various valves for different functions, including:
      • Service Valve: For connecting to the propane supply lines of the building or appliances.
      • Fill Valve: For receiving propane during delivery.
      • Vapor Return Valve: Used during filling to equalize pressure.
      • Pressure Relief Valve: A safety mechanism to vent propane if the pressure inside the tank exceeds safe limits.
      • Liquid Level Gauge: To indicate the amount of propane in the tank.

Construction:

    • Robust ASME Steel: Constructed from heavy-gauge steel according to ASME standards for pressure vessels.
    • They are designed for long-term, safe storage of propane in various weather conditions. These tanks can be installed above ground or underground.

Special Considerations:

    • Extreme weight and handling: Requires specialized equipment and careful handling procedures.
    • Transportation challenges: Transporting these large cylinders requires appropriate vehicles and securement.
    • Significant storage space: Needs a substantial and secure storage area.
    • Higher cost: Both the tank and the cost of refilling are considerably more than smaller tanks.

Refilling and Exchange

    • Refill – These tanks are typically refilled directly by a propane delivery service that has the appropriate equipment and certifications. Exchange programs are generally not available for this size due to their weight and specialized handling requirements.
    • Cost – Refilling will be significantly more expensive than smaller tanks due to the larger volume of propane needed. Delivery charges may also apply.

Important Note – When using 200 + pound propane tanks, strict adherence to all safety regulations and guidelines is crucial due to the large volume and weight of the propane.

1000 Pound PropaneTank

1000 – Pound Propane Tank Characteristics:

Common Uses and Applications:

    • Large Residential Properties: For homes with extensive propane needs, including whole-house heating, multiple appliances, pool and spa heating, and backup generators.
    • Commercial Businesses: For a wide range of commercial applications such as heating large buildings, commercial kitchens, industrial processes, and powering commercial vehicles or equipment fleets.
    • Agricultural Operations: For heating large agricultural buildings (e.g., poultry houses, greenhouses), powering irrigation systems, and crop drying.
    • Small Industrial Facilities: Providing fuel for various industrial heating processes and equipment.
    • Multi-Unit Residential Buildings: Supplying propane for heating, hot water, and appliances in apartment complexes or condominiums. 

Capacity and Characteristics:

    • A 1000-gallon water capacity ASME tank holds approximately 800 gallons of liquid propane at an 80% fill level. Using the rough conversion of 4.2 pounds per gallon, this equates to approximately 3360 pounds of propane. The “1000-pound” designation is a misnomer based on propane weight; the tank size is defined by its gallon capacity.
    • Portability – Non-Portable: These are large, stationary tanks designed for permanent installation, typically either above ground or underground, on a prepared base. They are not movable once installed and filled without specialized heavy equipment and procedures.
  • Valve and Connection:

Multiple Valves: Equipped with a comprehensive set of valves for safe and efficient operation, including:

    • Service Valve: For connecting to the main propane supply lines serving the property or business.
    • Fill Valve (ACME): A larger, threaded connection specifically for propane delivery.
    • Vapor Return Valve: Used during filling to allow displaced vapor to escape.
    • Pressure Relief Valve: A crucial safety device that automatically vents propane if internal pressure becomes too high.
    • Fixed Liquid Level Gauge (Outage Valve): Used during filling to ensure the tank is not overfilled (to the 80% level).
    • Liquid Level Gauge (Float Gauge or Rotary Gauge): Provides an indication of the current propane level in the tank.

Construction:

    • Heavy-Duty ASME Steel – Constructed from thick, high-strength steel according to the stringent standards of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. These tanks are built to withstand significant pressure and environmental conditions for long-term, safe propane storage. They can be designed for above-ground or underground installation.

Special Considerations:

    • Significant Installation Requirements – Requires careful site selection, adherence to strict local and national safety codes, and professional installation by certified technicians. This often includes permits and inspections.
    • Substantial Space Requirements – Above-ground tanks are large and require significant clearance from buildings and property lines. Underground tanks require extensive excavation and careful burial procedures.
    • Higher Initial Investment – The cost of purchasing and installing a 1000-gallon propane tank is considerable.
    • Potential for Higher Delivery Minimums – Some propane suppliers may have higher minimum delivery quantities for larger tanks.
    • Long-Term Commitment – Installing a large stationary tank is a long-term decision.

Refilling and Exchange

    • Refill – These tanks are typically refilled directly by a propane delivery service that has the appropriate equipment and certifications. Exchange programs are generally not available for this size due to their weight and specialized handling requirements.
    • Cost – Refilling will be significantly more expensive than smaller tanks due to the larger volume of propane needed. Delivery charges may also apply.

Important Note – Strict adherence to all safety regulations and codes is paramount due to the large volume of propane stored.

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