Imagine a hospital during a power outage: disruption of operating and treatment rooms, disruption of security and communication systems, disruption of lifts, to name a few.
That’s when every second without electricity is a real risk to people’s lives. Another location is an airport or data centre, where every minute without electricity costs thousands if not millions of euros.
Critical infrastructure, from hospitals to transport hubs and data centres, requires uninterrupted power as a life-support conductor. However, traditional backup power solutions such as diesel generators or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have limitations in terms of availability, harmful emissions and maintenance.
This is where Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vaporizers come to the rescue. These offer an efficient, environmentally friendly and reliable backup option, ready to go when critical facilities need it.
In this article, we look at how LPG vaporizers work as a smart backup power solution for critical infrastructure. Experts from I-Maximum also share with us their experience of the economic benefits of LPG vaporizers answering the question, what they bring and why they are a safe and sustainable option for facilities where downtime is impossible. You can learn more about LPG vaporizers at https://i-maximum.com/products/lpg-vaporizers.
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How LPG Vaporizers Ensure the Stability of Critical Infrastructure
When lives are at risk, the first place to start is with the basics. Namely, LPG vaporizers can provide a stable source of backup power for facilities where outages are unacceptable. The problem being solved is power outages at critical facilities, which lead to immediate risks, potential financial losses and in some cases even life-threatening situations. According to the European Network of Transmission System Operators (ENTSO-E), around 10-15% of critical infrastructure in Europe experiences unexpected power outages every year.
The solution seemed to be on the table, LPG vaporizers. They are a reliable on-demand energy source that switches on when the mains power fails. Compared to other energy sources such as diesel generators, LPG combustion units are easily adapted to existing heating and ventilation infrastructures, such as older homes, and are able to provide sustainable energy for long periods of time.
At airports, it is LPG systems that support navigation systems, lighting and communication networks, thus ensuring uninterrupted operation even in emergency situations. If you are interested in how LPG is produced and stored, for more visit Origin Energy.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vaporizers — key aspects:
- Reliability in the face of power outages.
- Environmentally friendly compared to diesel generators.
- Cost-effective due to lower maintenance requirements.
- Safety through safety mechanisms to prevent leaks and accidents.
- Flexible to integrate with smart thermostats and other control systems to optimise energy consumption.
Alternative solutions, diesel generators, as the most common solution available, are still widespread but have a number of disadvantages, unacceptably high noise levels as well as requiring expensive maintenance. But by emitting pollutants the diesel solution takes itself out of the game in urban areas such as Paris, London, Berlin or Amsterdam, which are subject to strict environmental regulations.
Another alternative is solar panels: although environmentally friendly, they are completely unreliable at night or on cloudy days. The selection method puts LPG gasifiers at the forefront of efficient and sustainable alternatives, capable of maintaining a continuous supply of electricity for critical infrastructures, without compromising the environment.
Economic Benefits of Using LPG for Critical Infrastructure
In addition to benefits such as the ability to integrate, environmental friendliness and operational uptime, the solution sought must be economically viable. LPG vaporizers meet this requirement, they reduce energy costs by requiring less maintenance and consumables, which makes our choice cost effective for businesses and public facilities.
The main argument in favour of LPG systems is that compared to diesel, LPG is generally more readily available and unlike batteries, it does not degrade over time.
Cost comparison table
| Feature | LPG Vaporizers | Diesel Generators |
| Fuel Cost | ~0.5 – 0.7 EUR per litre (lower cost) | ~1 – 1.2 EUR per litre (higher cost) |
| Maintenance | ~500-800 EUR per year (minimal upkeep) | ~1,500-2,000 EUR per year (regular upkeep) |
| Environmental Impact | 60% fewer emissions compared to diesel | Higher CO₂ and particulate emissions |
| Noise | ~50-60 dB (quiet operation) | ~75-85 dB (high noise levels) |
| Fuel Stability | Long shelf life, doesn’t degrade over time | Requires careful storage; prone to degradation |
| Operational Duration | Reliable for prolonged use with adequate fuel | Typically provides continuous power for days if fuel is stocked |
If you doubt the long-term reliability of LPG systems, the experts at I-Maximum will convince you: when properly installed and maintained, LPG vaporisezs are as durable and stable as any other backup solution. As an alternative, of course, you can consider solar power.
This although clean, is more often than not unsuitable for critical infrastructure due to limitations in efficiency related to all too frequent variable weather conditions. Batteries are another option on the rumour mill, but in practice are not justified as they are costly to replace over time.
For critical infrastructure, the economic advantages of LPG vaporizers are more obvious. They provide affordable and stable electricity that is always ready at a moment’s notice.
LPG Vaporizers as a Safe and Environmentally Friendly Solution
Ecology today is not only the answer to problems with nature but also social engineering, especially when it comes to critical infrastructure. In the aspect under discussion, it is important that the LPG system continues to provide reliable back-up power, but in parallel minimising harm to the environment.
The use of LPG evaporators do the job, they reduce the emission of carbon dioxide and other pollutants: 20 per cent less CO2 compared to fuel oil and 50 per cent less compared to coal. Learn more about the impact of LPG on the environment at World Liquid Gas (WLGA).
With the increasing focus on environmental standards, LPG evaporators are becoming more favoured by responsible companies looking not only to reduce costs but also to follow the principles of sustainable and safe consumption. Join.
The Bottom Line
LPG vaporizers are a reliable, cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice for backup power for critical infrastructure such as medical facilities, transport hubs, utilities and government facilities. With the ability to reduce costs, stability and emissions, LPG systems significantly outperform traditional options such as diesel generators and battery backup in key areas: cost, maintenance and environmental impact.
For those managing vital infrastructure, LPG vaporizers offer a reliable back-up power solution whose main advantage is that it is both efficient and sustainable. Your decision today is a late one, and tomorrow it may be too late to get back into the race against your competitors. Something to think about.
