Propane for Lumber Yards and Asphalt Plants

With the ever-growing need for businesses to adopt more environmentally friendly solutions, consider switching to propane to decrease your asphalt plant or lumber yard’s operating expenses. Cut costs, prevent downtime delays and reduce emissions when you choose propane as your fuel source and trust Foster Fuels for reliable propane supply services.

How Lumber and Asphalt Companies Use Propane

Propane is an efficient and versatile fuel source, making it suitable for a range of industries. Your asphalt plant or lumber yard uses a significant amount of energy, and propane is a strategic fuel choice for several processes.

Asphalt plants use propane to power the dryers that remove moisture from gravel and the burners that heat the mixture during the asphalt creation process. Lumber yards use propane to fuel the drying process, ensuring the wood is moisture-free before further steps.

Benefits of Propane for Asphalt Plants and Lumber Yards

Propane burns less volume per hour than natural gas. Plus, the fuel’s high octane ratings mean better performance, increased mileage and lower CO₂ emissions.

Propane is a clean and energy-efficient alternative to traditional fuels, cutting down on pollution and potential waste. Fuel sources like diesel and gasoline degrade, which lowers their combustion quality and harms performance. Using them over time can also create buildup, requiring downtime for cleaning and maintenance. Unlike traditional oils and diesel, propane evaporates, preventing degradation and reducing environmental contamination during combustion.

Beyond its efficiency and sustainability as a fuel source, a significant amount of propane is produced domestically in the United States. The fuel source remains readily available, even as demand increases in cold seasons and other supplies fluctuate, so you can depend on a reliable supply transported to your job site. Due to its availability, propane generally costs less than oil and diesel fuels. While more expensive per gallon than natural gas, propane burns slower.

As a federally recognized alternative fuel, propane may make your business eligible for an array of incentives.  View state-specific propane laws and regulations to learn whether this fuel source is eligible for tax exemption and other benefits.

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