In a smart step addressing the concerns surrounding cooking gas cylinders in Nepal, Nepal Gas Industries (NGI) introduces the \u2018non-explosive composite cooking gas cylinders\u2019.<\/p>\n
NGI says that the cylinders are of ISI standard, which indicates that these products are tested and certified by both the Bureau of Standards of India and Nepal standards.<\/p>\n
About NGI\u2019s Non-explosive Cylinders:<\/strong> Additionally, these cylinders have a translucent body which informs the user of the LPG levels and are equipped with some more safety features, making them suitable for both domestic and commercial uses.<\/p>\n \u201cThe cylinders are easy to carry and are facilitated with many other features, such as gas leak detection, shut-off valve and safety protection,\u201d says Gokul Bhandari<\/span>, Executive Director, Nepal Gas Industries<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Speaking further, he says, \u201cIn addition, we will conduct hydraulic testing every five years to ensure safety for the users.\u201d<\/p>\n While emphasizing on the uniqueness of these products, he said that the cylinders are internationally acclaimed for their safety and convenient features.<\/p>\n The cylinders are currently available at the following size and prices:<\/strong><\/p>\n Bhandari says that they imported 10,000 units in the first lot and will manufacture the containers based on the demand in the future.<\/p>\n NGI has tied up with Mero Kirana as online partner for the sale of the gas containers within Kathmandu valley.<\/p>\n NOC to Launch Color-Coded Cylinders:<\/strong> The decision comes as a result of increasing losses over LPG sale. The state-owned oil monopoly estimates losses as follows:<\/p>\n To address the growing losses, Bhattarai says that NOC has proposed usage of color-coded cylinders to Nepal Commerce and Customer Welfare Committee on August 20, 2018.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cAs the working guideline on dual cylinders is still in place, we have planned to revise the guideline in the new context to enforce the system effectively,\u201d said Bhattarai<\/span>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Currently, Nepal\u2019s requirement of cooking gas amounts to Rs 35,000 per month.<\/p>\n Conclusion<\/strong>: In a smart step addressing the concerns surrounding cooking gas cylinders in Nepal, Nepal Gas Industries…<\/span><\/p>\n
\nA press release issued by the company reveals that the new cylinders are a combination of fiber & plastic that do not explode even in the event of a fire, ultraviolet protected, can withstand extreme weather and eco-friendly.<\/p>\n\n
\nIn another interesting update concerning liquified petroleum gas LPG, Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) is re-considering usage of painted cylinders for household and commercial customers.<\/p>\n\n
\nWe hope that both these measures will address some of the main problems of Nepal\u2019s growing gas demand and bring about the required discipline in Nepal\u2019s LPG sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"