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How do I connect gas hoses to gas appliances quickly, easily and safely?

15. April 2025/in Caravanning & Camping, General, Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Leisure Time

LPG is a versatile energy source for camping, barbecues or the gas cooker in the kitchen. It is used in gas hobs, radiant heaters, but also in small and large gas barbecues for camping or stationary use. Either way, the following always applies: a secure connection between gas hoses and appliances is crucial.

The GOK plug-in coupling type SKU-QR allows you to connect hose lines to mobile gas appliances without tools. It is compatible with standardised plug-in nipples (STN), which guarantee a tight connection. The automatic gas lock of the SKU-QR interrupts the gas flow when uncoupling and minimises the risk of gas leaks. Find out how to make optimum use of the GOK plug-in coupling type SKU-QR.

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How can I install a quick-release connection for a gas hose and gas equipment?

15. February 2024/in Caravanning & Camping, Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Leisure Time

Quick couplers, also known as quick-release connections, offer certain advantages in LPG systems, for instance when operating gas-powered barbecues and when camping. The first advantage can be found in the name “quick-release connection”. Other advantages, such as where to install a quick coupler and what adapters are available, are explained in this article. Read more

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Can I operate a gas stove or gas hob with LPG instead of compressed natural gas (CNG)?

1. September 2022/in General, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Knowledge

In the case of natural gas, there is a risk of scarcity in winter 2022/2023, while liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is still available in sufficient quantities. Many people who own a gas stove or a gas hob are therefore wondering whether they can simply convert from using natural gas to LPG. We tell you whether this is possible and how it works! Read more

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How dangerous is the use of LPG in gas cylinders for private persons?

25. January 2022/in General, LPG Everyday, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Knowledge, LPG Leisure Time

First of all, there are, of course, risks when handling LPG, i.e. propane and butane. However, this is nothing unusual in our daily lives. If you don’t adhere to certain safety rules, electricity, fuel oil or fire are also potentially dangerous media or elements. In this article we show what needs to be taken into account when handling and using gas cylinders so that private use remains safe and convenient – just as it has been for decades!

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What is new with the Senso4s PLUS and what has remained the same?

10. December 2020/in Caravanning & Camping, Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Leisure Time

The Senso4s PLUS level gauge for gas cylinders has been available since November 2020. A lot has changed since the previous version – especially for camping in motor caravans or caravans. We show what the Senso4s PLUS is, what it can do, what new features have been added and what has remained the same. Read more

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Are gas-powered outdoor heaters, radiant heaters, patio heaters prohibited in the restaurant and hospitality industry?

16. September 2020/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

Devices operated with LPG, such as outdoor heaters, radiant heaters or patio heaters, are not generally prohibited for hospitality, bars and pubs; it depends on the regulations for the respective city or municipality. However, coronavirus might cause this to change (as at September 2020).

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What is to be taken into account when operating gas-powered outdoor heaters, radiant heaters, patio heaters at home and in the commercial industry/hospitality industry?

16. September 2020/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

When the evenings become cooler, gas-operated heaters are frequently used on balconies and patios, or in outdoor areas in the hospitality industry. The names of the heaters are different – outdoor heaters, radiant heaters, patio heaters – but one thing they all have in common is that operators require a gas cylinder, pressure reducer, excess flow device for the hose and a gas anti-tilt device. In addition, there are requirements for the safe handling of the heaters – for private individuals as well as for use in restaurants, pubs or bars.

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When do I have to replace stainless steel gas hoses in LPG systems?

1. June 2020/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds

In order to connect a gas stove in the household or in a large kitchen with a gas cylinder or a pressure reducer, hose assemblies made of stainless steel (metal corrugated hose, stainless steel corrugated tube) or metal braided corrugated pipes are used sometimes. This raises the question whether the usual replacement period also applies here.

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What should I pay attention to when installing and operating a propane-powered gas stove at home?

23. March 2020/in LPG Everyday, LPG in Private Housholds

Do you want to operate a gas stove or gas hob with a gas cylinder in your house or rented flat? We’ll clear up some important questions in this article, such as: What regulations and technical rules are there? Which gas cylinders are permitted in your flat or home, and how must you store these? Which pressure reducer needs to be used, and what to look out for when installing it?

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Senso4s – what do I need to consider when using it?

7. May 2019/in Caravanning & Camping, Grill & BBQ, LPG Everyday, LPG in Commerce, LPG in Private Housholds, LPG Leisure Time

The Senso4s level gauge for gas cylinders is kept very simple in terms of handling. However, in customer consultation meetings, we have identified a few points which were unclear before the purchase or caused measurement errors during use. We therefore prepared this article and answered the FAQs. Read more

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Information regarding technical systems

This blog will never ask members of the public or unqualified persons to make changes to or fiddle around with technical systems themselves.

In accordance with the Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV), a qualified person must take care of a system which requires monitoring.

A qualified person is someone who has the specific specialist knowledge required. This knowledge is gained by way of a professional apprenticeship, corresponding professional experience or current occupational activity.

Please note that the texts are based on information, regulations and standards for Germany. Please always check the rules and regulations in the relevant country of destination and consult specialists if necessary.

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