Energy Efficiency & Safety tips

August 18, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Above-ground Vs underground LPG tanks. We explain the differences
If you’re choosing between an above-ground and underground LPG tank, understanding the differences can help you decide which option is best for your property or business. If you’re moving to a new LPG supplier, you may also be wondering whether your existing bulk LPG tank is still the best option for your property or premises, […]
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July 16, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
How to look after your LPG system during hot weather
After three heatwaves already this summer, it’s fair to say we’ve all become used to keeping an eye on the weather forecast. Although temperatures are expected to ease briefly, forecasters believe warmer-than-average conditions are likely to return before long. While most of us are focused on keeping our homes and families comfortable, it’s also worth […]
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June 8, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
LPG vs heating oil: which is better for rural properties
When people talk about off-grid properties, it’s easy to picture a remote farmhouse at the end of a winding country lane, or a pretty cottage tucked away in a rural village. While those homes certainly form part of the picture, the reality is much broader. In fact, around 4 million homes across Great Britain are […]
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May 12, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Built-in safety: how bulk LPG systems prevent leaks and failures
Bulk LPG storage tanks are often tucked away on-site or in gardens, quietly getting on with doing their job day in, day out, whether that’s heating a farmhouse, powering a busy hospitality kitchen, or supporting essential operations on an agricultural site. Behind that simplicity, however, sits a carefully engineered system designed with multiple layers of […]
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April 7, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Bulk LPG tanks and siting – all you need to know
Whether you’re planning to install a new bulk LPG storage tank or relocate an existing one, deciding where to position it isn’t something that can be left to guesswork. Bulk LPG tanks cannot simply be placed wherever is most convenient. There are clearly defined siting requirements that must be adhered to, all of which are […]
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January 20, 2026
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Winter boiler care: Quick do’s and don’ts for businesses
Winter places extra demands on commercial boilers.  As temperatures drop, systems must work harder, increasing wear and tear and the likelihood of breakdowns. For sectors ranging from hotels and care homes to holiday parks, manufacturing and aggregates, maintaining an efficient LPG boiler is essential, not just for comfort, but for safety, reliability and cost control. […]
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October 15, 2025
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Get ready for winter: How to prepare your business for the colder months ahead
As we head into winter, off-grid businesses across rural Britain are gearing up for frosty mornings, colder days, and darker evenings, along with the ongoing challenge of rising energy costs. For many, the focus is on finding the right balance between comfort, efficiency, and operational budgets, while keeping things running smoothly. For those who rely […]
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September 11, 2025
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
Gas Safety Week Spotlight: LPG Leak Prevention and Emergency Response at Work
At Robinsons Gas, we know that gas safety is about more than simply ‘ticking the compliance box’. For thousands of UK off-grid businesses, from hotels and restaurants to farms, factories, care homes, and holiday parks, LPG is the lifeblood that keeps operations running. It cooks, it heats, it powers processes, and it keeps customers and […]
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August 14, 2025
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
LPG, Diesel, or Electric Forklifts – Let’s Fuel the Debate
If your forklift trucks, stacker, or counter-balance trucks already run on LPG (liquified petroleum gas), you’ll know the power, reliability, and cost savings it brings. Maybe your golf club’s buggies and mowers are already LPG-fuelled workhorses. Or perhaps you’re still running diesel or electric fleets but wondering if it’s time to make the switch. Either […]
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June 10, 2025
Energy Efficiency & Safety tips
LPG Boiler Lockout: What it means for your business and how to prevent it
No business wants to deal with the disruption, lost productivity, and unexpected costs that come with unplanned downtime. Whether it’s lost revenue, interrupted supply chains, or costly emergency repairs, the consequences can be far-reaching, especially for those off-grid businesses that rely on LPG and don’t have access to the mains gas grid. While LPG boiler […]
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