Lighter LPG cylinder launches
Flogas Britain has announced the launch of ‘Gaslight’, an innovative composite LPG cylinder, which comes with manual handling advantages.
Developed initially for use in forklifts, and made from toughened plastic and fibre glass, the Gaslight cylinders are almost half the weight of traditional LPG cylinders yet are said to be more robust and capable of sustaining greater pressures.
Ergonomically designed, and with a combined gas and cylinder weight of 20kg, the Hexagon Ragasco manufactured cylinders fall within the European Manual Handling Operations Regulations, which prohibit operators lifting anything over 25kg above elbow height.
In addition, their translucent appearance allows far superior fuel visibility, so operators know exactly when to refill them.
Head of cylinder sales at Flogas, Mark Whittaker said: “This is the first time in decades the commercial cylinder market has seen innovation and new technology, so we’re very proud to be at the heart of it.
“We have already seen huge successes with the Gaslight cylinders in the domestic market, and so it was a natural step to roll the cylinders out to the commercial market – particularly within the logistics industry, where manual handling is such a hot topic.
“The expansion of our range to include the commercial Gaslight cylinders fits our strategy of being an innovative energy provider at the forefront of new technology, and cements our position as LPG market leaders.
He concluded: “As experts in energy, we’re committed to providing our customers with bespoke, turnkey fuel solutions that really make sense for their businesses, and we’re looking forward to seeing how these cylinders revolutionise the FLT sector.”
Flogas officially unveiled the Gaslight cylinders on its stand at the IMHX logistics show, being held at the NEC. This will be the first time these cylinders have been available throughout the UK.
