Winter Gas System Checklist: 5 Things to Check | Catco

Cold weather has a way of exposing problems that were easy to ignore during warmer months. Pressure drops, moisture, aging components, and vulnerable equipment can quickly turn into freezing, reduced flow, or unexpected downtime once temperatures begin to fall. At Catco, we recommend using a simple five-point checklist before the colder months arrive. The goal is not just to react to freezing after it happens, but to identify potential problems early and prepare your system before winter conditions make those problems harder to manage. Cold weather can expose vulnerabilities that may go unnoticed during warmer months. Equipment that operated normally

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Luis Soto September 8, 2026
General

Heater Not Working? Check These Common Issues First

Heater Not Working? Check These 3 Common Issues First When a heater stops working, it is easy to assume the heater itself has failed. But with catalytic heaters, that is not always the case. Many heater problems come from the setup around the heater, not the heater itself. Before replacing parts or calling the unit bad, start with the three most common areas: If one of these areas is off, the heater may not start correctly, may not stay operating, or may not perform the way it should. 1. Fuel and Gas Supply Issues Fuel supply is one of the

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Luis Soto July 10, 2026
regulator and valves freezing over from natural gas pressure drop
Catalytic Heaters

Why Is My Regulator and Valves Freezing Over?

When you see your regulator and valves freezing over, it is easy to blame the weather. In many natural gas applications, though, pressure drop, cold gas, and moisture usually create the freeze-up. Natural gas can cool quickly when it moves from high pressure to lower pressure. If moisture is present, that temperature drop can create frost, ice buildup, or hydrates around regulators, valves, pilots, chokes, and pipeline equipment. Cold weather can make the problem worse, but it is not the only cause. Large pressure drops can create freezing conditions even during warmer months. With the right heating solution, operators can manage

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Luis Soto June 24, 2026
Catalytic Heaters

How to Find the Right CATCO Heating Solution for Your System

CATCO Heating Solution: Match Products to Your System Finding the right CATCO heating solution starts with understanding your system, your equipment, and the conditions your team is trying to manage. Some applications need gas-stream heating, some need flameless heat near exposed equipment, and others need a heated enclosure or weather cover to add another layer of protection. Instead of starting with one product, it helps to start with the application. What equipment needs support? Where is it installed? What field conditions does it face? From there, CATCO can help match your system to the right product path. Start by Identifying

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Luis Soto June 11, 2026

Beyond the Heater | What About the Pipes?

Pipe Packs protect the gas before it reaches the regulator. By warming upstream lines, they prevent freeze-ups, stabilize flow, and build stronger winter reliability. A simple, effective way to keep your system moving—even in harsh cold.

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Luis Soto December 1, 2025