• UGI USER
  • Dec 23, 2022
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QR Codes for LPG Cylinders

Why in the News?

Recently, a pilot project  for QR code tagging of cylinders has been undertaken by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) at some plants.

Key points:

Aim: The move is aimed at helping track the gas quantity in cylinders using this QR code. Furthermore, it will be relatively simple to locate stolen gas from a gas cylinder.

  • This project is scheduled to be completed in three months.
  • It should be noted that the QR code will be placed in the new gas cylinder.
  • The gas cylinder will also have a metal sticker with the QR code.

Benefits:

  • Without the QR code, it was difficult to trace gas complaints when people complained about obtaining less gas.
  • Before, neither the location of the gas cylinder’s removal by the dealer nor the identity of the delivery person who placed it at the customer’s house was known.
  • However, everything will be much easier to trace if the QR code is installed. This will make the people feel at ease because the thief will be quickly apprehended. He won’t be able to steal gas because of this.
  • The benefits of using QR codes go far beyond preventing theft.
  • Customers will know how frequently the gas has been refilled, How long did it take the gas to go from the refilling station to your home? Additionally, since it will be known from this QR code which dealer delivered the gas cylinder, no one will be able to use the domestic gas cylinder for commercial purposes going forward.

Difference between CNG and LPG

One of the major differences between CNG and LPG is that CNG is relatively cheaper than LPG. However, it is important to note that LPG has a much greater calorific value when compared to CNG.

Difference between CNG and LPG
CNG LPG
Its primary use is as an alternative for fuel in automobiles. It has various uses such as heating and cooking in homes. LPG also has industrial and agricultural uses.
The primary component in CNG is methane. The primary component in LPG is propane and butane.
It produces relatively lower quantities of greenhouse gases (in comparison with LPG). It produces relatively large amounts of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas.
It is relatively safe as it disperses rapidly into the air. It is highly flammable as it is much heavier than air.
The primary source of obtaining CNG is from oil wells, bed methane wells, coal wells and even natural gas wells. The main source of obtaining LPG is from the process of extracting natural gas from reservoirs.