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A double CGA win for Airgas
14 Apr 2011
For the second consecutive year, Airgas, Inc. has won two fleet safety awards from the Compressed Gas Association (CGA).
Adding value to oil services – Industrial gas utilisation
April
In the context of oil recovery, a useful synergy is gaining recognition between the need to prohibit the free disposal of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere, and the need to realise an order of magnitude improvement in the recovery of oil. Here, Tony Wheatley explains more about adding value to oil services.
Afrox appoints new chairman
26 Apr 2011
African Oxygen Limited (Afrox) announced that Mike Huggon has been appointed chairman of the Afrox board of directors, with effect from 20th May 2011.
Air Liquide invests €22m in Philippines ASU
14 Apr 2011
Last year saw the Philippines undergo a record 7.3% GDP growth rate. As the country progresses, industrial gas firms such as Air Liquide are tapping into this wealth of potential.
Air Liquide invests €40m in Russian metallurgy
5 Apr 2011
Air Liquide has put pen to paper in a new long-term €40m contract with Russia’s key steel producer, Severstal. According to commentators, the investment completes Air Liquide’s geographical coverage of the Volga.
Air Liquide recruits India’s TCS to provide multi-level IT support
4 Apr 2011
Air Liquide’s US counterpart is utilising know-how from further a-field, as it calls upon Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for a trio of long-term IT services.
Air Liquide sees photovoltaic customers reach 150
28 Apr 2011
Air Liquide has reiterated its standing in the solar photovoltaic sector by signing 15 new long-term contracts with companies from all quadrants of the globe.
Air Products ‘very important’ for Indonesia’s LNG
20 Apr 2011
The North American industrial gas company with a global reach, Air Products, has added yet another string to its bow with a new LNG supply contract.
Air Products and Tianjin University galvanise relationship
8 Apr 2011
Air Products has initiated its third joint research and development project with Tianjin University in China. The firm will be supporting various Ph.D. students as they investigate air separation and hydrocarbon processes.
Air Products anticipates next generation device buzz
21 Apr 2011
In the same week that Apple announced unprecedented sales of its next generation devices, Air Products also announced the expansion of its Californian electronic production facility which helps produce these in vogue accessories.
Air Products SA turns the spotlight to mining
18 Apr 2011
Industrial gases play a pivotal role in the mining processes., particularly so in the case of Air Products South Africa which enjoys established supply relations with various regional operations. Resident expert, Rob Richardson explains more.
Air Products showcases developments in LIN at Illinois Expo
11 Apr 2011
The North American industrial gases company, Air Products, is taking advantage of the end-user AMI Expo to showcase its latest in liquid nitrogen injection (LIN) technology.
Airgas launches rival cryo freezer to Air Products at AMI Expo
14 Apr 2011
It wasn’t just Air Products who seized the opportunity presented by this year’s AMI International Meat, Poultry & Seafood Industry Convention and Expo.
An introduction to...Flow meters
April
In the multi-billion dollar industry that is the industrial gases business, it’s vital to understand the equipment at the heart of this industry, the processes and the systems and the technology. This month we look at flow meters.
Analox revises workplace training and risk assessment
15 Apr 2011
Analox Sensor Technology has devised new training and risk assessment for those working with potentially dangerous gases.
April exploration into nitrogen and wave soldering
6 Apr 2011
Air Products explores the role of nitrogen inerting technology on behalf of the electronics assembly and packaging industry.
BCGA Conference 2011 gets underway
6 Apr 2011
A comprehensive agenda of presentations awaits the more than 130 delegates, as the British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA) once again discusses issues that are not just hot topics in the UK gases business, but also subjects of global significance.
Biogas rescues rural South Africa
21 Apr 2011
Just last month, gasworld’s Rob Cockerill discussed the fascinating value of biofuels. Indeed, it is a theme enjoying a worldwide uptake; as evident this week, when Trade plus Aid (TPA) launched the South African agricultural biogas project.
BOC's Barry Lyons awarded for work in the HVAC industry
21 Apr 2011
Barry Lyons has been recognised for a lifetime achievement in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning industry with the Alan Moor award by ACR News.
Calibration gases – The precision genre
April
This month’s gas report looks to Gasco Affiliates, LLC, a specialist calibration gas company, for an informed insight into the precise science that is, calibration gases.
Carbon dioxide in the oil and gas sector
26 Apr 2011
Long-term, both EOR and CBM will continue to be excellent forms of carbon sequestration – and as the pressure mounts for energy independence and a need to reduce & sequester carbon emissions, these applications will only grow, says Sam A. Rushing.
Chesterfield BioGas – Transforming waste to energy
April
Taking the knowledge and technology developed in the world of industrial gases and putting that to great effect in the growing biomass and biofuels sector, is the challenge for Chesterfield BioGas.
Cryolor Asia Pacific plant opens for business
26 Apr 2011
Cryolor recently announced the formal inauguration of its new cryogenic equipment manufacturing plant in Chennai, southern India, having commenced production in November 2010.
Exceptional full year results for SOL Group
4 Apr 2011
SOL SpA has published robust 2010 full year consolidated results, special mention went to dynamic sales abroad.
Foster Wheeler wins deal at world’s most northerly LNG plant
15 Apr 2011
The North American megalith, Foster Wheeler AG, has successfully won a pre-FEED contract for Statoil’s LNG facility in Melkøya.
From Napoleon to Norway – The development of composite cylinders
26 Apr 2011
Dr. Roy S. Irani, Gas Package Solutions (GPS) Ltd. London, U.K, takes readers on a guided tour of the development of composite cylinders, which have been with us as pressure vessels for certain types of applications, for only about half a century.
Further price hikes courtesy of Air Products
5 Apr 2011
For the third time this year, Air Products has announced plans to increase prices of functional additives.
Good omens for global steel
19 Apr 2011
Just yesterday, The World Steel Association announced record growth forecasts for global steel - news with only positive ramifications for the industrial gas sector.
Green Award Scheme ‘welcomes’ LNG carriers
13 Apr 2011
The world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) producer, Qatargas has been rewarded for its environmentally friendly fleet. The first accolade of its kind for the firm was presented at this year’s Gastech 2011 in Amsterdam.
Group revenue climbs 12% for Air Liquide
26 Apr 2011
Quarter one fiscal results indicate strong growth in Gas and Services and, according to Benoit Potier, are confirmation of, \"the positive outlook for gas-consuming markets.\"
Hangzhou Hangyang enjoyed substantial development in 2010
28 Apr 2011
The first annual report of Hangzhou Hangyang after its launch on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange has been released, with total revenue in 2010 growing to RMB 3.023bn, an increase of 12.5% compared with 2009.
Hannover Messe 2011 - largest in ten years
14 Apr 2011
Hannover Messe 2011 saw more than 230,000 visitors gather last week to take part in one of the most important hydrogen events on the calendar. With such record turnout, the event constituted the largest Hannover Messe in ten years.
Helium – A nuclear future
18 Apr 2011
Jane Dawson consults The University of Cambridge’s helium expert, Dr William Nuttall, to reveal the real future of helium – the intrinsic link between natural and industrial gases.
Linde anticipates regulatory rollouts with latest dry cleaning gas mix
4 Apr 2011
The North American branch of Linde, has introduced an analytical gas standard specifically tailored to answer dry cleaning regulations. According to Linde, ‘it’s only a matter of time’ before these regulations spread.
New Mumbai business centre delivers Servomex capabilities to Middle East and India
26 Apr 2011
Servomex has expanded its global presence with the opening of a brand new Business and Systems Engineering Centre in Navi Mumbai, India.
New online resource delivers complete online gas analysis expertise
27 Apr 2011
Servomex has announced the immediate launch of its new online resource, industrialgasexpert.com, which it claims is the most comprehensive technical resource for industrial gas analysis available online.
Nitrogen - focal point for Zeiss quality
6 Apr 2011
Two German firms combine to harness nitrogen's unique attributes to ensure quality lenses.
Oil services – Meeting the demand
18 Apr 2011
Tony Wheatley explores the role of the gases community in meeting the demands of the oil services sector.
Oil services industry – A gushing gas demand?
18 Apr 2011
In 2011 the global oil services market is expected to turnover $500bn and predicted to grow by another 15% in 2012. Tony Wheatley discusses the industrial gas demand created as a result of the oil and gas sector.
Paques awaits results of Global Water Awards
18 Apr 2011
Today, Kofi Annan, former Secretary General of the United Nations, will announce the winner of the 'Water Technology Company of the Year.'
Parker extols energy savings of air drying and filtration
13 Apr 2011
Parker Domnick Hunter, a division of Parker Hannifin, has released two new brochures outlining the cost and energy savings available from its air drying and filtration technologies.
Praxair displays ‘commitment’ to Argentina in latest investment
12 Apr 2011
Praxair Argentina has announced plans to build a new facility in Argentina. According to regional President Domingos Bulus, the investment demonstrates a corporate commitment to the locale.
Praxair India assists Usha Martin expansion with cryogenic air separator
15 Apr 2011
Praxair India Private Limited joins forces with India's largest wire manufacturer by building a new 130 tpd cryogenic ASU.
Progress and promise – Another enterprising year for the BCGA
April
Review just in...The 2011 BCGA Annual Conference is drawing to a close in Manchester, UK, following an action-packed day of dynamic discussions and the announcement of considerable developments for the industry.
Progress and promise – Another enterprising year for the BCGA
26 Apr 2011
Record attendance, a major breakthrough, a raft of technical updates, and glorious spring sunshine in the UK’s North West – the 2011 BCGA Annual Conference made the most of a winning combination.
RASIRC gains altitude with latest supply deal
19 Apr 2011
In a recent supply deal, RASIRC's RainMaker® Humidifiers have been called upon to help operate an unmanned, high altitude, long endurance airship.
Regional Markets: Focus on North America
18 Apr 2011
A ‘solid turnaround’ is just one description of business in the North American gases market in 2010. Last year, it seems, was a steady twelve months for the region.
Regional Markets: Focus on Western Europe
April
It’s an interesting time for the industrial gas markets of Western Europe. The financial climate has been difficult; economic anxieties have been voiced where some countries are concerned in the eurozone.
Remote working preferred
April
With the influx of advanced technology, options available for remote monitoring are ever growing, as Compulogic Ltd explains.
Second quarter success for Air Products
25 Apr 2011
With the recent publication of second quarter fiscal results, Air Products has exhibited growth in both sales and earnings, according to John McGlade this ‘reflects the strength’ of the firm.
Steps ahead in pipeline cleaning
18 Apr 2011
ROPLAST, designer and manufacturer of pipeline-cleaning tools, is harnessing the unique cleaning power of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate thanks to Huntsman Polyurethanes.
The advent of ‘Proton Onsite’
20 Apr 2011
Yesterday, Proton Energy Systems announced a re-brand to ‘Proton OnSite’, with it the company emphasised, “We don’t produce energy, we produce gas.”
TNSC joint venture firm wins large-scale supply deal in Vietnam
7 Apr 2011
From December 2012, TNSC's joint venture firm will supply hydrogen and nitrogen to Vietnam Japan Gas Co., Ltd. In doing so it will own a leading share of liquefied gas production in the region.
Union Engineering – A step ahead
April
Jane Dawson discusses global growth with an exemplary SME, none other than Danish-based Union Engineering - a company making significant in-roads in CO2 markets around the world.
Weldship reveals senior advisor role for Victor Pratt
26 Apr 2011
With his retirement looming on the horizon, Weldship Industries has announced that Vic Pratt is to continue his relationship with the company and will now be undertaking the role of senior advisor on a part-time basis.
