1 Propane Autogas
Propane Autogas AmeriGas Overview Why Propane Autogas is a viable Alternative Fuel Economics of Autogas Autogas Vehicle Availability Environmental Impact Bi-Fuel Conversion System Fueling Infrastructure 2 Conclusions
AmeriGas Overview Nation s Largest Propane Provider Since 1959 (parent company-ugi-125 yrs) Service all 50 states / 2,000 supply points Over 2.0 million customers / 1.2 Billion Gallons Residential, Commercial / Industrial, Motor Fuel (Forklifts), Agriculture, Transport, AmeriGas Cylinder Exchange Grill Cylinders, Autogas Safe, Reliable, Responsive 3
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Assured Supply Staff of 70 Supply Specialists in Houston, TX PTI Fleet: Largest common carrier fleet for propane in the US 375 Tractors, 575 Propane Trailers, 210 Railcars 300 Drivers Provides Tremendous Flexibility 5 Safe, Reliable, Responsive - Stability
Propane Supply Greater than 90% of US propane supply is produced in the U.S. About 70% of U.S. propane comes from processing natural gas. 6 Federal clean fuel: 1990 Clean Air Act Designated as an Approved Alternative Fuel
Domestic Supply of Natural Gas 98% Supplied From US and Canada Imported 120 years or more of domestic reserves Less than.1% used for transportation in U.S. Immediate impact on foreign oil dependence 7 U.S. imports over 60% of its oil
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Why Propane Autogas? The most widely available alternative fuel in the United States. The 3rd most widely used engine fuel in the world. More than 15,000,000 on-road vehicles worldwide use propane as an engine fuel. Expanded EPA & CARB certified vehicle choices. Reduced fuel and maintenance costs vs. traditional fuels. Reduced dependence on foreign oil. 11
Why Propane Autogas? Low infrastructure and vehicle conversion costs. Significant environmental advantages over traditional refined fuels. Domestically produced fuel with large US supply High performing fuel (105 octane rating) Stable and safe fuel with over 90 years of use in the USA 12
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Economics Fleet Operating Savings $10 to $25K + /vehicle over life Fuel Cost Maintenance (30% less) Incentives Increased Vehicle Life 16
Environmental Benefits Propane autogas reduces emissions, NOx and particulate matter and is low in carbon compared to gasoline and diesel. 60% Less Carbon Monoxide 24% Fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions 20% Less Nitrogen Oxide 17 96% Reduction of Toxins and Carcinogens
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Schwan s Foods Home Service Application Schwan's Home Service runs the largest propane autogas fleet in the U.S. Over 90% percent of their 6,000 trucks run on propane Reliability Schwan s has been using propane in their trucks since the early 1970s 20
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Infrastructure Propane Dispensers cost as little as $15,000 Propane Dispensers can be installed within weeks Propane flow rates similar to gasoline at 10-15 gallons per minute Tank storage sizes range from 500 30,000 gallons Standard Fuel Mgmt programs and card reader systems available 25
Infrastructure Federal tax credits available for infrastructure AmeriGas may provide infrastructure with fuel supply agreement Propane stations have small footprint (many can fit within a standard parking space) Storage systems can be underground and above ground Custom Fleet Fueling Programs ensure lowest possible fuel costs 26
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Will Not Release Product If Not Attached to Tank Easy, Threaded Connection Gas Tight Seal Squeeze Handle Latch Low Emission Release Longer Nozzle for Recessed Openings 28 Positive Environmental Impact No Ground Contamination
Will Not Release Product If Not Attached to Tank Easy, Threaded Connection Gas Tight Seal Squeeze Handle Latch Low Emission Release Longer Nozzle for Recessed Openings 29 Positive Environmental Impact No Ground Contamination
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Heavy Duty Industrial Design Low Maintenance, Heavy Duty Aluminum Self Contained Fueling Experience Similar to Gasoline 31
CLEAN FUELING TECHNOLOGIES DISPENSER OPTIONS PRO 6100 Series PRO 7200 Series Gilbarco Self Serve Style 32
33 Who s keeping watch over your fuel? Who s keeping watch over your fuel?
34 CASDFA MUNICIPAL AUTOGAS
CURRENT AMERIGAS AUTOGAS CUSTOMERS GO AIRPORT - AIRPORT SHUTTLES TEMPERATURE SERVICES - HVAC PEAPOD HOME GROCERY DELIVERY COOK ILLINOIS SCHOOL BUSES SUNRISE BUS - SCHOOL BUSES TURANO BAKING BAKERY GOODS DELIVERY STANLEY STEEMER HOME CARPET CLEANER A.H. MANAGEMENT VENDING COMPANY 35 McHENRY COUNTY SHERIFF DEPT. WINTHROP HARBOR POLICE DEPT. VILLAGE OF LAKE in the HILLS SOON COOK COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE- MOWERS/VEHICLES GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT - MOWERS CARY PARK DISTRICT MOWERS AND VEHICLES NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT SOON
Benefits of Propane Significant Cost Savings for Fleets Domestically Produced Environmentally Friendly Increasing Vehicle Choices Similar MPG and fuel fill rate as gasoline Low-cost Infrastructure and vehicle conversions 36
Autogas Fueling Conclusion Fuel Your Bottom Line with Autogas!!! 37
Thank You www.amerigas.com 38