LPG has widespread applications for crop and livestock operations such as poultry and cattle farms, dairies, piggeries, nurseries, vegetable and fruit growing, as well as all kinds of agricultural product processing facilities.
Hot water:
One of the big energy requirements in agriculture is for hot water. Elgas LPG is widely used to heat water for sanitation, particularly in dairies, piggeries and abattoirs.
Elgas LPG delivers hot water a lot faster. Temperature control is virtually instantaneous.
Whatever your application, and whether you need an instantaneous, storage, or boiler and storage system, Elgas LPG is the suitable alternative.
Space heating:
Elgas LPG is ideal for space heating. Controlling conditions in poultry sheds, greenhouses and nurseries is critical when outside temperatures can often drop below freezing.
Aside from direct-fired space heating, Elgas LPG can also be used in greenhouse hydronic systems with heat rising naturally from hot water pipes on the floor.
Maintaining optimum year-round conditions is easier with an assured supply of Elgas LPG. It can really make a difference to your bottom line.
Diesel substitution:
Elgas LPG can also be used to improve the performance of vehicles and stationary engines powered by diesel. By substituting around 30% of diesel fuel with Elgas LPG, fuel running costs and greenhouse gas emissions can be significantly reduced.
In substitution, LPG acts as a combustion aid, ensuring almost all the diesel is burnt (typically 15-25% is blown out of the exhaust), and it also provides power thus reducing the amount of diesel required.
LPG substitution has been successfully tested in trucks, tractors, irrigation pumps and generators.
LPG autogas:
Over half a million Australian vehicles now run on LPG autogas, which is around 50% cheaper than other fuels, aside from being safer for the environment.
There are several dedicated and dual-fuel vehicles on the market, and there is also a substantial government subsidy to assist those who wish to convert existing vehicles to LPG.
LPG autogas is widely available, even in regional areas. And for farms with bulk LPG tanks on site, a pump can be installed for on-the-spot refuelling.
Flame weeding:
Control pests and weeds with Elgas LPG. Flame weeding is an effective weed control technique that allows you to do away with chemicals. It is especially popular with organic farmers and grape growers.
An LPG-fired burner is briefly passed over the weeds to vaporise the water in the plant cells. Without this moisture photosynthesis cannot take place, and the weeds will die off completely in a few days.
Drying:
Elgas LPG is ideal for drying produce such as cotton, grains, milk products, macadamia nuts, and tobacco. This clean-burning fuel also presents no risk of contaminating to your crops in the drying process.
And because Elgas LPG is highly combustible, burners run more efficiently with no waste, meaning you’ll experience fewer shutdowns and reduced maintenance.
Forklift:
Elgas LPG keeps forklift trucks running smoothly around the clock. It is a flexible energy source ideal for indoor or outdoor use, and it is perfect for handling a wide variety of crops and produce without risk of contamination.
Forklift cylinders can be filled from a bulk tank on site, or through Elgas’ simple cylinder exchange service.
Power generation:
Elgas LPG can also be used for power generation with a great range of dedicated LPG generators on the market. Some generators can even produce two forms of energy at once usually heat and power (heat being a natural bi-product of gas power generation). This option results in high efficiency and cost savings.
LPG for the home:
With Elgas LPG in your home, relaxing after a hard day’s work could not be easier. This clean, versatile fuel is perfect for cosy home heating, total control in the kitchen, and continuous hot water (including solar assisted).
You and your family can also make the most of outdoor living with Elgas LPG in barbecues and patio heaters, as well as outdoor lighting, refrigerators, and pool heating.
LPG delivery:
Elgas will offer optimised energy solution to suit your needs, with a reliable delivery service in either bulk or cylinder exchange form. Your local Elgas representative will assess your requirements and advise you of the suitable delivery option for your business.
Bulk:
Elgas offers reliable and efficient bulk supply service available. For businesses with a reasonable amount of consumption such as 2,000 litres of LPG or more, Elgas’ bulk delivery service is a more cost-effective option.
A bulk LPG storage tank is installed permanently on site. Once you are connected, our bulk delivery truck will visit your site regularly to fill up your tank.
There is no need to re-order as your Elgas customer service centre will monitor your consumption and ensure that you will never run out of gas. Elgas has a wide range of storage tank options to suit your business requirements.
Small bulk:
The 210kg tank is Elgas’ bulk delivery option for farms with average consumption. Depending on your usage and available storage space, up to a maximum of 5 x 210kg tanks can be installed side by side.
Large bulk:
For farms with bigger consumption, tank sizes range from convenient 1 tonne capacity right up to 50 tonne tank installations.
Exchange:
For farms with smaller consumption, Elgas can provide filled 45kg bottles. Under its exchange service, Elgas will replace your empty bottles with filled ones whenever required.
Multiple bottles can also be manifolded and linked together by a changeover valve. Delivery is usually done upon order but can also be fixed according to your requirements.