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Propane Celebrated 100 Years
|  2012 has been an exciting year for the propane industry.
It marked the 100th year of the first use of this exceptional fuel, and celebrated its role in improving the lives and businesses of millions of people all over the world.
Thank you for joining GEC in
celebrating our 75 year anniversary.
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Dear Valued Customer:
Gas Equipment Company is pleased to provide the e-Newsletter as a service to share useful & valuable information about the products & services we offer. You will find sections on technical topics, new product announcements, "Did You Know" regulatory compliance requirements, "Virtual Warehouse" online ordering tips, along with an occasional "What's Wrong With This Picture?" section. We hope you enjoy the Gas Equipment Company e-newsletter and choose to continue receiving it. And, PLEASE feel free to email us with recommended topics or products you would like to see addressed in this forum.
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ALGAS SECOND SUN  Catalytic Tank Heater
Do you have an application where you need additional vaporization capacity and don't want to add additional tanks or your application needs propane delivered at a pressure above what cold winters can provide. When your environment is unable to supply the required vaporization capacity you need, Second Sun™ a catalytic tank heater, & an ideal solution!
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Second Sun™ is a flameless catalytic tank heater designed to safely and efficiently augment natural vaporization in propane, LPG and anhydrous ammonia storage tanks.
How Does It Work?
The SECOND SUN is a propane tank heater that operates  based on tank pressure. The tank heater utilizes an adjustable operating pressure switch with a range of 55 psi − 100 psi. When the pressure in the storage tank falls below the operating switch set point the heater will cycle on providing heat (energy) into the liquid stored in the tank. When the pressure requirement is satisfied, the tank heater reverts to a standby mode.
An integral 12V DC heater is used to initially start the SECOND SUN. After being started, the power source is no longer required.
Second Sun is ideally suited for Hotels & Resorts, Small Factories, Restaurants, and Ag Market applications.
Applications
- Boost pressure in the LPG storage tank
- Increase tank vaporization
- Replace a liquid pump in a vaporizer application
- Boost pressure in a storage tank that has been overdrawn and refrigerated
The Heating Process
Catalytic heating is a flameless process that involves chemical reactions aided by a catalyst. The reactions occur on an electrically heated catalyst surface causing complex molecules to rearrange as simpler molecular structures. The primary byproduct of this catalytic process is heat. Second Sun emits this heat against the wetted surface of the tank as infrared waves similar to a radiant heater. This warm, low intensity heat mimics the energy from the sun. Since catalytic heating is flameless, Second Sun meets Class I, Division 2, Group D hazardous location requirements.
Operational Overview
Second Sun's typical application involves maintaining tank pressure, or equilibrium pressure, as vapor is extracted. Consequently, the unit's 'ON' cycle is activated based on storage tank pressure. As vapor is consumed or the ambient temperature drops, tank pressure is reduced. Second Sun is activated 'ON' when tank pressure falls below approximately 50 PSIG; Second Sun returns to standby when pressure is restored to 60 PSIG.
Second Sun requires no AC electricity! Startup energy for the catalytic reaction (12VDC) is typically provided using "jumper cables" from a vehicle battery. After startup, sufficient voltage to operate the gas security valve is 'self-generated' by employing a physical phenomenon known as thermoelectric effect. This technique provides direct conversion of temperature differentials to electric voltage. The heater is comprised of an integrated "pilot" and "main" heater. The pilot heater starts the catalyzing process; the main heater provides operational heat. It could not be simpler!
 Two temperature switches integral to the Second Sun monitor the surface temperature of the storage tank at two different elevations. The temperature switch in the higher elevation position terminates gas flow to the main burner if tripped. If tripped, the heater returns to standby or 'pilot' mode. The lower positioned switch, when tripped, causes the Second Sun to completely shut OFF. Manual restart is required. As well, if the pilot heater temperature drops below the temperature necessary to catalyze the fuel, the Second Sun completely shuts OFF. Again, manual restart is required.
Why The SECOND SUN?
- No Flame − no source of ignition!
- Gas powered − utilizes propane vapor from the storage tank for operation of the heater and monitoring controls
- Catalytic Heater − low temperature radiant heat will not overheat or harm the tank surface
- Self-contained, off-grid operation
- 30,000 btu/hr input
- Adds 2.2 mm btu/hr of vaporization
- Equipped with safety controls for high pressure and high temperature
- High pressure safety switch monitors the pressure in the tank being heated
- Two high temperature switches monitor the temperature of the tank surface
- Designed to fit 41"-84" diameter tanks, 1,000 gallons and larger, up to 12,000 gallons
- Simple to install − 2 person install
- Easy to remove for tank and heater inspection
- Meets hazardous location requirements
- Can be used with Propane, Butane or anhydrous ammonia
Second Sun Specifications:
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Vaporization Type
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No Flame (Catalytic heater)
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1 Start-up Electrical
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DC (only for start-up)
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2 Operating Electrical
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Self-generated
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Electrical Class
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Hazardous Locations (Class I Division 2 Group D)
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Environmental Range
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-40° F to 120° F
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Fuel Type
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Propane, butane or any LPG blend
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Inlet Fuel Connection
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¼" NPT
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Max. Inlet Pressure
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Regulated: 10 - 11" wc;
Unregulated: 10 - 250 PSIG
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On/Off Activation
Factory Settings
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Via tank pressure (adjustable set point)
ON @ <50 PSIG;
OFF @ >60 PSIG
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MODEL SS-30
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MODEL SS-10 (LAUNCH FALL 2013)
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Heat Input:
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30,000 BTU/h
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10,000 BTU/h
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3 Added Vaporization to Tank:
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2.2MMBTU/h @ -20°F
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0.5MMBTU/h @-20°F
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Mounts To:
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1,000-12,000 US Gal. Tanks
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250-3,900 US Gal. Tanks
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Tank Diameters:
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41" - 84"
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30" - 84"
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Unit Weight:
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125 lbs.
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25 lbs.
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Unit Dimensions:
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74"L x 19"W x 9" H
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35"L x 14"W x 9"H
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Shipping Weight:
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185 lbs.
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50 lbs.
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Shipping Dimensions:
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84"L x 24" W x 12" H
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42"L x 21"W x 12"H
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CLICK HERE to Learn More about the Second Sun: http://secondsun.us.com/
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NEW RegO Product Updates
PU-227: 3195S & A3195S PU-228: 5769KVB
PU-229: LV404Y39
PU-230: A3213TLHS
| NEW from RegO 3195S & A3195S
New 3195S and A3195S ACME Hose Couplings for Liquid or Vapor Service now feature a stainless steel Integral Screen to comply with NFPA 58 (2008 & 2011 edition), section 6.18.2.5. Application
The 3195S/A3195S Hose Couplings are designed to prevent debris from entering and impeding the action of valves and components in LPG piping systems at bulk and industrial plants.
Features
* Meets NFPA 58 requirements for liquid transfer, section 6.18.2.5. * Stainless steel screen installed in the tail piece of the hose coupling.
CLICK HERE for RegO Product Update 227
NEW - 5769KVB (3"NPT) to join 5769HVB (2"NPT)
New 5769KVB is a 3-1/4" M-ACME X 3" M-NPT Adapter with Vent Valve and  Integral Stainless Steel Screen.
Application
The 5769KVB adapter is designed to prevent debris from entering and impeding the action of valves and components in LPG piping systems at bulk and industrial plants.
Features
* Meets NFPA 58 requirements for liquid transfer. (Section 6.18.2.5)
* Stainless steel screen installed
* Vent valve installed
CLICK HERE for RegO Product Update 228 NEW - LV404Y38 Two PSIG Compact Twin-Stage Application  Special 2 PSIG Delivery pressure twin-stage regulator designed to reduce container pressure down to 2 PSIG. A line pressure regulator is required downstream to reduce 2 PSIG to a nominal 11" W.C.
Features
- Incorporates an integral relief valve in the 2 PSIG stage portion of the regulator.
- Designed to pass no more than 5 PSIG with the seat disc removed.
- Large vent helps prevent blockage and has a 3/8" F- NPT tapped vent for piping away.
- Compact Design
- Built in pressure tap for both the 10 PSIG regulator and 2 PSIG regulator.
- Select Blue Finish to designate 2 PSIG delivery pressure for 2- pound systems.
CLICK HERE for RegO Product Update PU-229
New A3213TLHS
The A3213TLHS is an External Return Spring Kit for A3212R and A3213R Series Internal Valves.
Features
For A3212R and A3213R internal valves that utilize the A3213TL thermal latch kit or cable operation where the valves are open for extended periods of time; such as feeding an industrial process or heating, etc. The A3213TLHS spring kit designed to assist in closing the valve when the A3213TL latch assembly is released or the cable operator is moved to the closed position. Materials
The A3213TLS kit contains two socket head screws, a spring and installation instructions. CLICK HERE for RegO Product Update PU230 
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"TECH Topic"
HOW TO Set/Reset the Time on an LCR2
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I know we are a little late with this reminder; but feel free to print the attached instruction sheet and save it for next spring.
(This is helpful during springing forward and falling back for Daylight Savings Time)
First, we must ask the following questions to help you better assess what equipment application you have.
1- Do you have an LCR2 register head?
2- Does it operate in "Pump and Print" mode? (LCR2 only, no other
accessories)
3- Do you have a lap-pad?
4- Do you use our EZCOUNT handheld unit?
5- Do you use our DMS system?
6- If you use DMS, do you also have a GPS unit with it?
Once you know what you have, proceed to the corresponding section below.
LCR2 - PUMP & PRINT
1- Turn the red selector knob to Print.
2- Press the Select arrow 4 times. do you see the current time on-screen? If you do, proceed to step 3. If not, you should see a screen that says "P00000". Press the Select arrow to move the cursor past all the numbers, at which point you will see the time.
3- Enter the current time (remember that LCR2 uses 24-hour time), by using the Select and Increase buttons.
4- After the time is entered, you can either use the Select arrow to move all the way to the end of the time and back to the first screen, or simply turn the selector back to Stop.
5- You are done.
LCR2 - WITH LAP-PAD
1- Make sure the lap-pad is properly connected and on.
2- Using the lap-pad, arrow over to Security and press Enter.
3- Check to see if the "Security" field is set to "Unlocked". If it is not, arrow over to "Security", press Enter to go to the bottom line, and use the arrow keys to change "Locked" to "Unlocked". Press Enter to go back to the top line.
4- Press the M1 button.
5- Arrow over to General Settings.
6- Arrow over to "Time", and press Enter to drop to the bottom line.
7- Key in the appropriate time in HHMMSS format. Remember that the LCR2 uses 24-hour time. Press Enter to go back to the top line.
8- Press the M1 button.
9- You are done.
LCR2 WITH EZCOUNT HANDHELD
Contact your outside sales rep or the Dallas branch at 800-821-1829 for more help setting the time on our EZCOUNT handheld.
LCR2 WITH DMS
1- On any screen on the DMS lap-pad, press the ALT and ESC buttons at the same time.
2- This screen will say "DMS Application List" at the top. From here, press the F1 key (Util).
3- Arrow down to the "DMS Time" setting and press Enter. You must enter the time in the format of HH.MM.SS, and you must use periods to separate the hours from the minutes from the seconds. Remember that the LCR2 uses 24-hour time. Press Enter when done.
4- Press the F5 button (Exit).
5- At the "DMS Application List", arrow to "EZCOUNT" and press Enter.
6- You are done.
LCR2 WITH DMS & GPS
1- Go to the office computer you use to load and unload DMS sticks.
2- Click on EZ-ENTER button.
3- Click on "TruckDefs" tab to the left.
4- Scroll over to the "GMT Offset" field.
5- Change the "GMT Offset" field by adding +1 hour to the current negative number (see below for appropriate times).
6- Click Save, then exit.
7- You are done.
NOTES:
EST is -5 GMT in the fall, and -4 GMT in spring.
CST is -6 GMT in the fall, and -5 GMT in spring.
MST is -7 GMT in the fall, and -6 GMT in spring.
CLICK HERE TO OPEN A COPY FOR PRINTING A REFERENCE SHEET.
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 Joke of the Month:
Is a Cold Winter Coming?
It was April and the Aboriginals in a remote part of Northern Australia asked their new elder if the coming winter was going to be cold or mild. Since he was an elder in a modern community he had never been taught the old secrets. When he looked at the sky he couldn't tell what the winter was going to be like. Nevertheless, to be on the safe side, he told his tribe that the winter was indeed going to be cold and that the members of the tribe should collect firewood to be prepared. But being a practical leader, after several days he had an idea. He walked out to the telephone booth on the highway, called the Bureau of Meteorology and asked, 'Is the coming winter in this area going to be cold?' The meteorologist responded, 'It looks like this winter is going to be quite cold.' So the elder went back to his people and told them to collect even more wood in order to be prepared. A week later he called the Bureau of Meteorology again. 'Does it still look like it is going to be a very cold winter?' The meteorologist again replied, 'Yes, it's going to be a very cold winter.' The elder again went back to his community and ordered them to collect every scrap of firewood they could find. Two weeks later the elder called the Bureau again. 'Are you absolutely sure that the winter is going to be very cold?' he asked. 'Absolutely,' the man replied. 'It's looking more and more like it is going to be one of the coldest winters ever.' 'How can you be so sure?' the elder asked. The weatherman replied, 'Our satellites have reported that the Aboriginals in the north are collecting firewood like crazy, and that's always a sure sign.' |
For Specific Product or Service Questions please contact one or our Customer Service Warehouses below: |
Atlanta, GA
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(800) 241-4155
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Dallas, TX
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(800) 821-1829
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Fayetteville, NC
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(800) 447-1625
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Houston, TX
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(800) 334-7816
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Indianapolis, IN
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(800) 241-1971
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Kansas City, MO
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(800) 821-5062
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Little Rock, AR
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(800) 643-8222
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Orlando, FL
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(800) 821-0631
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Richmond, VA
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(800) 368-4013
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St. Louis, MO
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(800) 423-4685
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Sincerely,
GEC e-Newsletter
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& Cylinder Dispenser
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Product Description
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$13,832.00
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HEAT STAR Vent-Free Heaters
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Installing 2 PSIG Integral Regulators?
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Need a Line-Sizing Chart for PE Polyethylene pipe at 2 PSIG?
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The National Fuel Gas Code
NFPA 54 contains Pipe Sizing information
in Chapter 6
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See TABLES 6.3 (a)-(m) for Undiluted Propane at various pressures, pressure drops, different piping materials (iron pipe, CSST, copper tubing, PE pipe) and different diameters and lengths. (2006 Edition)
Table 6.3(l) is the table for PE pipe at 2 PSIG.
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