Entrepreneurs are shying away from standalone brick-and-mortars in exchange for traveling concepts. Food trucks, in particular, are always on the move, and they need good equipment to keep them going. Propane is one of the most economical choices for fueling budding businesses. Here’s what you need to know if you’re about to make the commitment.

What Are the Advantages of Propane?

Propane is the preferred fuel for food trucks if your team follows proper safety protocols. It powers mobile kitchen appliances, like flat-top and broiler grills, deep fryers, and ranges, so all of your equipment should comply with the National Fire Protection Association’s codes and standards.

Once you’ve confirmed their compliance, along with acquiring propane tank training and inspections, your truck should be good to go. Food trucks aiming to reduce their mobile’s carbon footprint should consider converting to propane.

Its environmental impact is relatively low; it’s produced domestically and emits lower amounts of harmful air pollutants and greenhouse gases. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency even declared propane a clean fuel in the Clean Air Act of 1990.

How Can You Determine How Much Propane You Need?

All you need is a simple formula to figure out how much propane your truck needs to run at full capacity.  Most mobile kitchens have 100-pound propane tanks with a capacity of 2,160,509 British thermal units (BTU).

Then, look for your tank’s appliance BTU rating, which is in the owner’s manual or on the tank itself. Divide your tank’s BTU by its BTU rating to determine how many hours a full tank can power your food truck.

Schedule a delivery with Georgia Gas Distributors if your business is ready to convert to propane. The locally owned and operated supplier has fueled up industrial and commercial clients in the metro Atlanta region since 1957, offering 24/7 emergency repairs, on-site tank fills, and safety training for new customers. Call (404) 497-1600 or visit their website to learn more.