LNG / LPG
LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)
LNG stands for liquefied natural gas. It is natural gas cooled to approximately -267° F at normal air pressure. It is odourless, non-toxic, non-corrosive and less dense than water.
Natural gas is the cleanest burning fossil fuel. It produces less emissions and pollutants than either coal or oil. As a liquid, LNG in not explosive and LNG vapour will only explode if in an enclosed space.
The conversion of natural gas into liquid is called liquefaction and is achieved through refrigeration. Liquefaction reduces the volume by approximately 600 times, making it more economical to transport between continents in specially designed ships. LNG is converted back to gas by passing the liquid through vaporizers that warm it. Both processes are performed using advanced technologies with a proven safety record.
Natural gas is composed primarily of methane (typically, at least 90%), but may also contain ethane, propane and heavier hydrocarbons. Small quantities of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, sulphur compounds, and water may also be found in "pipeline" natural gas. The liquefaction process removes the oxygen, carbon dioxide, sulphur compounds, and water. The process can also be designed to purify the LNG to almost 100% methane.
Uses of Natural Gas:
- Residential and Commercial Uses
- Uses in Industry
- Natural Gas in the transportation section
- Electric Generation Using Natural Gas
LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
LPG is a mixture of butane, propane and other light hydrocarbons, derived from refining crude oil. At normal temperature it is a gas but can be cooled or subjected to pressure to facilitate storage and transportation.
LPG is used for:
- Space Heating
- Central- Heating
- Water – Heating
- Refrigeration
- Cooking
- Lighting
- Automotive Fuel
LPG is gaining international support as an environmentally friendly automotive fuel, particularly in town and cities where vehicles cause a specific pollution problem. The automotive use of LPG has an excellent safety record.
LPG is often used as the generic name for commercial propane, commercial butane. Whatever the size or nature of your commercial operation, we can help you to meet your energy needs with LPG supplied direct from source. We have an excellent distribution network that allows us to meet a wide variety of needs and applications, always to an agreed specification and fully complying with all international standards.