Blue Rhino
5650 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

• Scientists call them Rhinocerotidae. There are several species, like White, Black, Javan or Sumtran.

• Only one species, Blue Rhino, can be found solely in the United States and Puerto Rico.

• Thats us! Were Americas #1 propane tank exchange brand. We fuel good times.

• Maybe youve seen us on a display in front of a store. More than 50,000 retailers sell Blue Rhino.

• Or perhaps youve seen us on a gas grill or fire pit. Millions of Americans trust Blue Rhino to fuel their propane appliances.

• At Blue Rhino, were known for the care we put into every propane tank. Were also synonymous with convenience – because when you need propane quick, theres probably a Rhino nearby.

• But we have to answer the question everybody asks. Where did the name come from?

• Back in 1994, a man named Billy Prim saw a propane tank exchange business overseas. An entrepreneur at heart, he decided to start an exchange company back home.

• Billy came up with the name during an African photo safari. He saw a rhino, and thought it looked like a propane tank. He added blue because its the color of a propane flame. The brand was born.

• Today, Blue Rhino is a proud part of Ferrellgas,® a propane industry leader. Youll even see the Blue Rhino brand on some unique outdoor living products.

• We still love those rhinos, and we love grilling too! Blue Rhino sponsors Bowling for Rhinos, a rhino conservation charity. We also support Operation Barbecue Relief, a charity of competition chefs who grill for those affected by natural disasters.

   Why Blue Rhino?

Sure, we sell propane. But Blue Rhino really is more than propane.  Why, you ask? Let me count the ways.  Our unique brand name is the most famous one in the business. Its famous for a reason: more Americans know and trust the Blue Rhino brand than any other.  Also, take a look at our production facilities. Youll find state-of-the-art equipment, and people with years of expertise at work. We clean, leak-test, and inspect every tank. We retrofit tanks that have outdated components. And we requalify tanks when needed. Truth is, not every propane provider does all of that. Blue Rhino does, so you can grill with confidence.   We also went green long before green became cool. We recycle millions of propane tanks every year, keeping them out of landfills. And propane is a clean-burning fuel. The U.S. government lists it as an alternative to other fossil fuels. Maybe we should change our name to Green Rhino!  Our famous brand can even be found on some other fun outdoor living products such as grills, barbecue accessories, and fire tables.  We also give back. Blue Rhino sponsors Bowling for Rhinos, a rhino conservation charity. We also support Operation Barbecue Relief, a charity of competition chefs who grill for those affected by natural disasters.

How Blue Rhino Works

If you do have an empty tank, its as easy as Drop, Swap, & Go.  First, find a Blue Rhino retailer by visiting our store locator or by texting FIND to 75653.   When you arrive at the store, drop your empty tank beside the propane display. Dont bring tanks inside!  Next, purchase a tank from the cashier. A store employee will escort you back to the display and provide you with a fresh, ready-to-grill tank.