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15th SIAD Trophy event sets sail from Portofino
17 Jun 2011
The 15th edition of the SIAD Trophy, the now ‘classic’ boat race dedicated to 12ft Dinghies, was held recently in the Gulf of Portofino, Italy.
A busy week for McGlade
10 Jun 2011
Air Products has just announced a busy schedule for John McGlade who is set to speak at two key international events next week.
Air Products Announces 2015 Performance Targets at Investor Conference
13 Jun 2011
Earlier this week at the Air Products Investor Conference, John McGlade, Chairman, President and CEO, revealed new financial targets for 2015.
Air Products awarded on basis of supply strength
6 Jun 2011
Texas Instruments (TI) has chosen Air Products to win the 2010 Supplier Excellence Award.
Air Products expands Arizona nitrogen pipeline
10 Jun 2011
Air Products' 30 year established nitrogen pipeline in Arizona is set for expansion. The investment is hoped to meet increasing regional demands for both nitrogen and oxygen.
Air Products takes Texas CCS forward
1 Jun 2011
Two agreements with Valero Energy and Denbury Onshore helps Air Products realise latest CCS project in Texas.
Air Products targets semiconductor sector with latest acquisition
23 Jun 2011
Air Products latest acquisition, of Poly-Flow Engineering LLC (PFE) reflects the firm’s targeted driver into the semiconductor equipment sector.
Air Products’ new electronic facility in Korea goes on-line
9 Jun 2011
Air Products 'excited' to confirm that its new electronics facility in Korea has completed start-up and is successfully online.
Air Products’ wins accolades for oxygen enrichment technology
23 Jun 2011
Earlier this month, Air Products was acknowledged on a global platform for its advanced technologies when it won ‘Technology of the Year’ Award at the Global Fuels Conference in Malaysia.
Airgas acquires ABCO - A complimentary fit
1 Jun 2011
Yesterday, Airgas, Inc. announced the acquisition of ABCO Gases, Welding and Industrial Supply Company, Inc. Commentators have described the move as a natural transition.
An introduction to...Dry ice blasting
June
Dry ice blasting is a powerful yet gentle cleaning method for all kind of surfaces applied in many industries.
Breaking into Brazil: INOX CVA takes leap closer to customers
17 Jun 2011
Barely minutes ago, INOX CVA announced publicly that it will open a South American division imminently. The news was publicised at day two of gasworld’s Latin American Industrial Gas conference.
Breaking news from Brazil: VRV wins regional supply deal
20 Jun 2011
Amidst gasworld’s seventh conference and second Latin America conference, we reveal a major cryogenic supply contract.
Breaking news from Brazil: VRV wins regional supply deal
16 Jun 2011
Amidst gasworld’s seventh conference and second Latin America conference, we reveal a major cryogenic supply contract.
Celebration ahead of the Latin American Industrial Gases Conference 2011
16 Jun 2011
Yesterday evening saw well over 100 eager industrial gas delegates take to Rio de Janeiro's Windsor Barra Hotel for a classic gasworld evening of discussion, debate and conversation.
CHART lends expertise to ‘unique challenge’
1 Jun 2011
Back in 2009, CHART was asked to lend its talents to Schmid Silicon Technology’s pilot plant in Germany, the firm offers gasworld an exclusive into this world first.
CLAIND secures UK and Irish distributor agreement
8 Jun 2011
The Italian Gas Generator manufacturer, CLAIND has appointed Jaytee Biosciences Ltd as the sole distributor and service agent for the firm’s ‘Brezza’ range of gas generators across the UK and Ireland.
Concerns for cylinders in Falmouth Docks fire
17 Jun 2011
Breaking news...A major blaze is reported to be underway at Falmouth Docks in Cornwall, UK this morning, with considerable concern for up to 30 gas cylinders at risk of explosion.
Dry ice – A significance that’s far from subliminal
June
Dry ice comes in many forms, from pellets to slices, and serves a range of applications, from standard refrigeration to revolutionary blast cleaning – as gasworld reveals.
Emerging applications – What's new?
June
Technical innovation has been a successful growth strategy of the industrial gas industry since the very early days. Here, Tony Wheatley looks at what's new in the world of industrial gas and the emerging applications that appear set to fuel growth.
Exciting horizons for industrial gases – an encouraging second session
17 Jun 2011
Entitled ‘Gas Production Methods’, Session 2 of the Latin America industrial Gases Conference 2011 offered delegates the chance to learn from the most informed members of our community about the latest gas production technologies.
Flight of fancy? Concept showcased at Paris show
29 Jun 2011
Visitors were given a possible glimpse of the future at the Paris Air Show recently, when EADS presented a concept study for a highspeed transport system that harnesses the propulsion of liquid hydrogen, liquid oxygen, and biofuels.
Foster Wheeler awarded for commitment to health and safety
3 Jun 2011
Foster Wheeler AG’s UK subsidiary has won the Order of Distinction Award for Occupational Health and Safety for the fourth consecutive year.
Further development in China for Air Liquide
17 Jun 2011
Further developing its footprint in both the China and photovoltaic (PV) markets, Air Liquide has announced it is to invest in a new ASU in the industrial basin of Hefei, China.
Hangyang expands gas business into Guangxi and Jilin
29 Jun 2011
According to a recent announcement of the board meeting of Hangzhou Hangyang, the leading independent enterprise in the manufacturing of air separation plants in China is to set-up a joint venture company in Guangxi province, China.
Hot topic – The next generation in carbon currency
June
Jane Dawson speaks to Nobel Peace Prize honouree, Jeff Cohen, about the ways in which business can benefit from informed green strategies.
Hydrogen powered Mercedes draws a crowd
27 Jun 2011
A number of British politicians lined-up to drive the hydrogen powered car – the Mercedes Benz B Class F CELL.
Industrial gas giants turn out in force at JP Morgan conference
3 Jun 2011
The industrial gases sector is to be well represented at 2011's JP Morgan Diversified Industries Conference, with figurative members from Praxair, Air Products and Air Liquide all speaking.
Introducing Air Products’ nitrogen powered ultra-fine-grinding mill
22 Jun 2011
Air Products unveils latest nitrogen powered ultra-fine grinding mill – a device that opens up opportunities for new applications in a variety of markets.
John Ball ‘thrilled’ at TD Williamson’s appointment
2 Jun 2011
The Oklahoma firm, TD Williamson, Inc. a pipeline equipment and service provider with nine decades behind it, has appointed John Ball as Country Manager for the UK.
Latin America
June
gasworld’s second visit to South America saw around 150 delegates gather from across the globe. The event proved a prominent platform for the region in which participants discussed the key success factores for sustaining growth.
Linde and Daimler forge ahead with hydrogen vehicles
2 Jun 2011
Car manufacturer, Daimler and The Linde Group have joined forces to develop hydrogen fuel cell vehicle infrastructure. The duo plans to construct 20 additional hydrogen filling stations in Germany over the next three years.
Linde assists food and pharmaceutical sectors with latest speciality gas regulators
1 Jun 2011
Ahead of our food-processing themed July issue of gasworld, Linde has launched a new line of speciality gas regulators perfectly adapted for food and pharmaceutical sectors.
Linde embarks upon South Korean investment to meet demand surge for fluorine
8 Jun 2011
Barely months after gasworld announced a growth in uptake for Linde’s on-site fluorine in Asia, the firm has announced a substantial investment in South Korea to meet the continuing demand for on-site fluorine.
Linde launches G-TECTA™ portable gas detection range
16 Jun 2011
Linde Gases recently launched its new range of G-TECTA™ portable gas detection instruments.
Linde North America wins EPA Protocol
7 Jun 2011
One of few, Linde North America has been awarded lucrative Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) qualification.
Linde pushes the limits with Indonesia’s largest ASU
15 Jun 2011
Linde demonstrates ‘keen’ interest in Indonesia with EUR88m ASU investment.
MATGAS venture celebrated
6 Jun 2011
Marking a decade strong venture Air Products’ MATGAS celebrates with International Symposium on Energy, Sustainability and the Environment.
Molinini to address 31st Annual Growth Stock Conference
9 Jun 2011
Airgas, Inc. Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Michael L Molinini will speak at the William Blair 31st Annual Growth Stock Conference, Chicago.
Move from quality control to quality assurance, PBI-Dansensor urges
16 Jun 2011
Food manufacturers should install in-line gas analysers that continuously monitor the gas content of the packaging chamber before the packages are sealed.
Norit Haffmans – CO2 solutions for more than beverages
June
Norit Haffmans is a market leader in state-of-the-art technology and custom-made solutions for the recovery and management of CO2. Read more about the company in gasworld's June 2011 company profile.
Ops A La Carte and Chart embark upon joint alliance
16 Jun 2011
Ops A La Carte and Chart are today embarking on a joint alliance, which will see the two companies combine their wealth of expertise to provide an expanded array of solutions to customers.
Pentair acquires Norit’s Clean Process Technologies for €503m
8 Jun 2011
Pentair, Inc. has completed the €503 million acquisition of Norit Holding B.V.'s Clean Process Technologies division.
Praxair Canada adds 900 tpd of oxygen to Ontario capacity
14 Jun 2011
The latest infrastructural addition to Praxair Canada will supply 900 tons per day of gaseous oxygen to Essar Steel Algoma Inc.’s steel mill in Sault Sante Marie.
Praxair Canada completes ASU at Essar Steel Algoma
28 Jun 2011
Praxair Canada, a subsidiary of Praxair, Inc, has finished the start-up of a cryogenic air separation plant in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada.
Praxair CFO presents at Investors Conference in Chicago
13 Jun 2011
James S. Sawyer, Executive Vice President and CFO of Praxair, Inc., will discuss Praxair’s growth strategies and business outlook at two investor conferences
Praxair expands Gulf Coast hydrogen
8 Jun 2011
The US industrial gases firm, Praxair, Inc. has announced plans to expand its hydrogen capacity in Texas, Louisiana and in the Mississippi River corridor.
Praxair recommends tender rejection
2 Jun 2011
Praxair has urged shareholders to reject the unsolicited “mini-tender” offer by TRC Capital Corporation of Toronto.
Praxair reinforces hydrogen supply in Mississippi corridor
24 Jun 2011
Praxair, Inc. has signed a long term supply agreement with Motiva Enterprises LLC in Norco, St Charles Parish, Louisiana.
Regional Markets: Focus on Latin America
June
With gasworld’s Latin American Industrial Gases Conference 2011 looming large on the horizon, what better time to explore the dynamics of a buoyant South & Central American gases business in 2010?
Revelations all round – Session 4
17 Jun 2011
After a much enjoyed gasworld gala dinner held at the Windsor Barra’s El Pardo, delegates reconvened this morning for the two final sessions of the second Latin American Industrial Gas Conference.
Session 3: Understanding the needs of the industry
17 Jun 2011
Following a welcome adjournment for lunch courtesy of kind sponsors Union Engineering, delegates reconvened at the Louvre conference room for a full afternoon focused upon the needs of specific industrial gas-reliant sectors.
Session 5: A look forward to technologies new before saying farewell
19 Jun 2011
The fifth and final session of the Latin American Conference 2011 looked to future technologies before delegates bade adieu in style thanks to Air Liquide's Cultural Evening.
Session one: The Success Factors for Growth
16 Jun 2011
The world’s second Latin American Industrial Gases Conference began this morning with aplomb. Marking gasworld’s seventh industrial gases conference, Rio de Janeiro’s Windsor Barra Hotel saw around 150 key industrial gas professionals gather to discuss managing growth in this bounteous region.
Shell harnesses Linde hydrogen technology
23 Jun 2011
Linde plays an invaluable role in Shell’s journey towards a ‘hydrogen society’.
SOXAL re-affirms commitment to Singapore with $500m investment
10 Jun 2011
Singapore Oxygen Air Liquide Pte Ltd (SOXAL) has inaugurated its $500m Jurong Island infrastructure and in doing so, the firm has reiterated its dedication to Singapore industry and trade.
The Apprentice: BOC holds Welder of 2011 competition
10 Jun 2011
Next month, BOC will announce the best apprentice welder in England when finalists from different regions compete for the title at Alstom’s state-of-the-art welding facility in Stafford next month.
Unity in Ukraine: Metinvest and Air Liquide Strike long term supply contract
20 Jun 2011
The CIS is exhibiting encouraging signs of industrial gas investment as Air Liquide enters into a key supply contract with regional firm, Metinvest.
World Exclusive: Helium Shortage 2.0
12 Jun 2011
Thanks to insider information, gasworld can exclusively reveal that the world is again dealing with a shortage of helium. Jane Dawson explores the issue further.
Zenithtec partners with Matheson for global NO distribution
7 Dec 2011
To meet increasing global demand, Matheson and Zenithtec have announced they will partner to distribute nitric oxide (NO) to users worldwide. Under the agreement Matheson will supply NO made by Zenithtec to customers internationally, focusing on Japan, China, Singapore and the United States.
