Whether in a motor caravan, caravan, or van – camping and LPG go hand in hand. LPG is an efficient and safe energy source when the right precautions are taken. In this article, we present the five most important safety devices and safety aspects for LPG systems and explain in detail how they work and why they are so important. Read more
Isn’t it the case that people who want to use the gas system in their motor caravan, caravan or motor home while driving, or who would prefer to leave the gas cylinder open all the time, need a crash sensor, an excess flow device and a gas filter? For most systems, yes – but not entirely with the Caramatic SafeDrive. Read more
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).
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.
A balmy summer evening on holiday. You’ve invited your campsite neighbours over for dinner. You need a gas barbecue and gas hob to pacify the growling stomachs; the gas-powered fridge is perfect for keeping the cold drinks accessible for everyone. All things considered, that makes three gas appliances in use. Does this mean that you now also need three gas cylinders and three pressure reducers to go along with them, or are there some with several connections? Read more
Gas hoses are subject to high loads in some cases. Of course they can sometimes wear out very quickly. Hence the question whether the GOK hose assembly has a minimum service life. The answer: No, there is no time limit – at least not regarding the service life, but there is for the replacement. Read more
The excess flow device is a safety device in LPG systems which protects against uncontrolled gas escape should there be a massive leak in a hose assembly. So far, so good. But how exactly does the safety device actually work and how does it detect when it needs to block the gas supply? Read more
Throughout Germany, from the end of November, Christmas markets open their gates and people start looking forward to warming drinks and festive dishes. To provide visitors with plenty of delicious treats, many stallholders make use of LPG, i.e. propane and butane, to supply their gas barbecue, gas stove and radiant heater. Read more
The pressure regulator/pressure reducer which goes with your outdoor heater, radiant heater or patio heater depends primarily on the required nominal pressure and whether you use the device operated with LPG either privately or commercially. Read more
In any case, you will always require a pressure regulator, also commonly known as a pressure reducer, and a hose assembly for the gas barbecue. Using an excess flow device in the LPG system is not always mandatory, but it always makes sense to do so. Read more