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Propane Peak Shaving: An Overview

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While not addressed here, options for natural-gas delivery at a specific location need to be clearly understood. Peak shaving capacity offers flexibility and security in meeting supply and transportation requirements.

Peak shaving system size and configuration depend on several factors. These include:
  • Maximum/minimum flow rates per hour and per day;
  • pressure used for natural-gas distribution;
  • possible future changes in flow rates or pressure;
  • specific gas compatability requirements (e.g., matched Knoy or Wobbe values);
  • volume of LPG storage needed -- which may depend on:
    • the maximum sustained use rate and "number of days" (or hours) storage desired;
    • available space and code constraints;
    • LP-gas sources and size of delivery vehicles (truck, rail) to be accommodated.

Use form 636EZP Confidential Peaking Profile in Appendix to get help with your peak shaving system needs.

Peak Shaving Profile