A mechanical engineer in Ogun, Kolawole Ogunwemimo has stated the dangers of converting petrol generators to gas.
The expert said that the use of gas for power generators is cheap, but it calls for caution.
He noted that gas leakages are not easily noticed and could explode if not properly managed.
He said, “Leakages in Liquefied Petroleum Gas, are not easily noticed and are prone to explosion if not well handled and maintained.”
He opined that converting petrol engines to liquefied petroleum gas will have less efficiency because it was not designed to function with such fuel.
He called on relevant government agencies to sensitize the masses on the imminent danger the use of gas on gasoline generators is prone to.
“A converted petrol engine to LPG will have less efficiency because it was not originally designed for such fuel compared to an engine that is designed for such, though it might be more cost-effective than PMS.
“We must emphasise that they are prone to explosion if not well maintained and monitored. This is where the government should come in and enlighten the masses,” he added.
