- Propane is a safe and widely used fuel. It is nontoxic and produces minimal emissions.
- Propane is produced from both natural gas processing and crude oil refining, in roughly equal amounts.
- Propane is a hydrocarbon and is sometimes referred to as liquefied petroleum gas, LP-gas or LPG.
- In its natural form, propane is colorless and odorless. Manufacturers deliberately add a chemical compound to give it a strong unpleasant odor, like rotten eggs, a skunk’s spray, or a dead animal, in order to alert customers of a leak.
- Propane is transported and stored in tanks as a very cold liquid fuel, and may cause a “freeze burn” or frostbite if it contacts the skin .
- Although propane is stored as a liquid, it is changed into gas vapor before leaving the tank.
- Propane will not ignite when combined with air unless the source of ignition reaches 920-degrees Fahrenheit.
- Propane gas is not harmful to soil or ground water.
- Over 95% of the propane use in the United States is produced in North America.
What is propane?
Dec 13, 2019 | Franger Gas, Propane, Propane Tips, Refill Tank, Winter Preparation
It’s time to save on your energy bill with GPP. Act now!
At Franger Gas, we want you to have confidence in our propane service – and peace of mind when it comes to cost. Our Guaranteed Price Program can help you plan your spending and offer predictability for your energy bill.
How to Prep your Propane Home for Fall
Now that fall is here, it’s time to think about what you can do to get your home and propane appliances ready for colder weather. Franger Gas is here to give you some great tips on how to prep your propane home for fall and winter.
Benefits of fueling your whole home with propane
Propane is a versatile and all-in-one energy fuel package for maximum efficiency, performance and comfort, both indoors and outdoors.
Propane Safety Tips during a Power Outage
Propane can help you avoid headaches and frustrations with a power outages, but there are still safety precautions we want customers to take.
Propane tank exchange vs. refill — which is better for you?
The choice between propane tank exchange versus refill has two main arguments: convenience and cost savings. Without a doubt, refilling your propane tank is more cost-effective – but let’s take a closer look at the choices.
How to recertify your propane tank
Propane tanks are good for 12 years from the date of manufacture. After that, propane tanks need inspection and recertification every 5 years.
Switching Propane Companies to Franger Gas in 3 Easy Steps
Switching your propane provider to Franger Gas is simple and rewarding. In just three easy steps, you can have the best propane service around.
Act now for savings on your Propane Bill
Energy prices don’t have to be terrifying. Our Guaranteed Price Program is a budget billing program to give you a predictable propane bill.
Preparing for the Rising Cost of Energy and Battling Pricing Shock
Energy costs are rising – and the price of heating your home is higher than ever. Regain control with propane and smarter habits with help from Franger Gas.
Choosing the Right Heating Source for your Home
Choosing the right heating source for your home is a big decision. Read on to discover if natural gas, propane or electric heating is best.
Refer A Friend to Franger Gas
As the coldest months of winter approach, it’s typical to begin thinking (or rethinking) your home heating situation. We all want to be assured that our loved ones will be warm and safe when winter is at its harshest. Our Refer a Friend program can do just that! Keep reading to learn the many benefits of propane as your heat source — and how to Refer a Friend to our program.
Tips For Winter Propane Delivery
We know heating your home and keeping you family warm and safe becomes a top priority when wind chill and temperatures drop, and snow and ice become an issue. As your prepare for winter propane deliveries, we have some tips and advice for winter propane deliveries.
Franger Gas: Looking Back at 2021
Let’s Celebrate 75 years of Franger Gas!
We are thrilled to be celebrating our 75th year in business! As we look back with pride at our company history full of success – we wanted to share some thoughts about the journey.
The difference between Natural Gas and Propane
What is the difference between natural gas and propane? Is switching from propane to natural gas the right move for your home?
Finding a Trusted Wholesale Propane Supplier
Franger Gas Wholesale has been the go-to wholesale propane supplier for retail propane marketers and farmers for over 75 years.
Remote Propane Tank Monitoring: A Solution for Our Propane Customers
Franger Gas offers remote monitoring services for commercial, industrial, wholesale, and residential customers with propane gas tanks.
Budget billing with Franger Gas saves time and money
Reinvesting in the future with a focus on propane supply
How does a propane company continue to grow in strength and reliability? By continuously sourcing consistent supplies of fuel.
That’s what we do every day at Franger Gas Company. We saw a potential supply problem following the winter of 2013-2014 and partnered with a supplier to build the Mentone Propane Rail Terminal.
Grateful beyond words
Propane – the smart energy choice to temporarily heat your construction site this winter
How to get your propane tank ready for winter
Keep your family warm and safe. Here are simple tips to keep your propane tank in top condition and ready to fuel the heat this winter.
Bulk Tank Propane Storage smart move for wholesale customers
Let our experts help upgrade your bulk tank propane storage or begin a bulk plant construction project. Contact Franger Gas today.
Simple lessons about propane gas supply and demand
A disruption in our energy supply can be concerning. Franger Gas works hard to ensure reliable supply, no matter what happens with demand.
7 tips to help you brush up on propane gas grilling
Brush up on propane gas grilling with tips from Franger Gas to make sure your grill and fuel supply are ready for barbecue time.
Franger Gas responds to COVID-19 with precaution
Franger Gas Company is responding to the circumstances surrounding the novel Coronavirus labeled COVID-19, and how it impacts our business and our customers. Your safety, and the safety of our employees, is what matters most at this time.
Budget billing for convenient, predictable payments. Don’t miss out!
Winter is coming. Are you ready?
Prepare your Propane Tank for Winter with these tips from Franger Gas
In Indiana and Michigan, our home heating customers know two things for sure about the winter months – winters here are brutal, and propane does the job when it comes to keeping your family warm.