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XT-1000: a new range of sensors for OEM and end users
12 Sep 2011
Gems Sensors and Controls has launched a new range of magnetostrictive level sensors, the XT-1000.
$0.58 quarterly dividend for Air Products shareholders
16 Sep 2011
The Board of Directors at Air Products has declared a quarterly dividend of 58 cents per share of common stock.
10 minutes more...with Michael Blondin
September
Spend 10 minutes more with Michael Blondin and see what else VRV's Global Sales & Marketing Director had to say about the cryogenic equipment business, future travel plans, the 'next step' with VRV, and more.
Absolute measurement – ‘The possibilities may be endless’
September
After unveiling the LaserTrace 3TM at SEMICON West this July, Tiger Optics exudes optimism about the prospects for CW-CRDS technology in the future.
AGA promotes safety in Lithuania
19 Sep 2011
Though a niche region the issue at hand - laboratory safety - is definitely universal. As such, AGA is setting the standard with its latest safety-training day.
AGC Instruments – Total gas analysis solutions
September
In today’s world, the identification of components in a gas or liquid sample is becoming critical to customers, as quality control and the drive to provide better products is of utmost importance. Those are the words of AGC Instruments...
Air Liquide 'delighted' with SME acquisition
22 Sep 2011
The French industrial gas tier one magnate, Air Liquide, has acquired German SME, Licher Medical Therapy (LMT).
Air Liquide invests €60 million in Turkey
28 Sep 2011
Air Liquide has announced €60 million investment in Turkey. The French industrial gases company has acquired three PETKIM facilities and will invest in a 400 tonnes per day ASU in Eastern Turkey.
Air Liquide issues Renminbi bonds
9 Sep 2011
Air Liquide has become the first French company to issue Chinese Renminbi denominated bonds.
Air Products doubles NF3 facility at Ulsan, Korea
13 Sep 2011
Air Products is to double its nitrogen trifluoride (NF3) capacity at its production facility in Ulsan, Korea. The new extension is expected to be on-stream in the second half of 2012.
Air Products' facilities win gold for safety
8 Sep 2011
Air Products is most commonly known for gaining awards on its home turf in North America, however this time it was the firm’s Scottish plant in Aberdeen that scooped gold.
Air Products SA prioritises driver safety, minimising accident rates
29 Sep 2011
Air Products SA has installed DriveCam in cabins. The firm is fast establishing itself as a leader in employer safety as accident rates fall.
Air Products SA's Seelan Gounden talks corporate strategy
September
Seelan Gounden, General Manager of Bulk Gas at Air Products South Africa offers his insight into corporate strategy and the role of industrial associations.
Air Products, Grimsby Institute and Chinese Universities lead food freezing research
9 Sep 2011
Air Products and the Grimsby Institute have revealed a collaborative international research program to support the creation of best practice guidelines for food freezing and chilling.
Air Products’ Freshline QS Tunnel Freezer efficient on poultry to pasta
6 Sep 2011
North American firm, Air Products, has introduced the Freshline® QS tunnel freezer, which can be used to cryogenically freeze or cool a wide variety of foods, from poultry to pasta.
An introduction to...Cryobio equipment
September
Driven by the demands of expanding life science activities, a wide range of freezers have been developed including colder mechanical freezers and the perhaps more sophisticated liquid nitrogen-based equipment technology. Tony Wheatley explains.
An introduction to...Gas monitors and detection
September
While ostensibly similar in nature, there are subtle but firm distinctions between gas detection and gas monitoring.
App release by Parker Filtration
27 Sep 2011
Motion and Control technology expert, Parker Filtration, has launched the industry’s first condition monitoring app – the Hydraulic Filter Division Europe’s ConMon.
AWD Welding World™ Village to appear at MACH 2012
12 Sep 2011
The Association of Welding Distribution Ltd has announced that it will support the MACH 2012 exhibition from 16th-20th April 2012 via the popular, ‘AWD Welding World™ Village'.
BP announces plans to enter Indian LNG market with joint venture
7 Sep 2011
BP has announced plans to enter into the Indian LNG market in a joint venture with Reliance Industries, reported The Economic Times.
Bradshaw named President of Airgas Mid South
12 Sep 2011
The North American industrial gas company, Airgas has announced that 'strong addition' Bob Bradshaw will take up the role of President of Airgas Mid South.
Bronkhorst enhances readout and control units
2 Sep 2011
Nordic companies frequently provide innovative technical solutions to the industrial gases community. In keeping with this, the technology companySource: BronkhorstBronkhorst Cori-Fillhas enhanced its range of readout and control units.
Bulk gas supply on the menu at Taipei safety seminar
15 Sep 2011
The operation of bulk supply involves many safety issues, especially when dealing with toxic fluids. As such, this was one of two main topics covered at a recent safety seminar held in Taipei.
Burckhardt Compression revises fiscal forecast thanks to strength of Swiss franc
14 Sep 2011
Burckhardt Compression expects a dip in fiscal 2011 sales on original forecasts. The company credits, "highly volatile fluctuations on the currency front."
Carbon dioxide and dry ice in short supply, reports KK Gas Review
8 Sep 2011
According to the Japanese KK Gas Review, carbon dioxide and dry ice are in short supply due to a couple of contributing factors.
Carbon dioxide in food & beverages
September
Carbon dioxide is principally sold in the developed markets to the food and beverage industries. Food grade standards are somewhat vague at times, however, beverage applications demand strict quality standards.
Carbon transparency from Air Products
19 Sep 2011
Air Products is one of 23 companies to agree to complete transparency as part of the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP) Global Disclosure and Performance Leadership Indexes.
Chart Ferox’s MPV production line in full operation
16 Sep 2011
Chart Ferox has revealed that its new Medium Pressure Vessels (MPV) production line is in full flow of production, able to complete more than 100 units of EuroCyls with a capacity of 600 litres per month.
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24 Nov 2011
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CryoVation moves manufacturing and service facility
8 Sep 2011
The North American specialist in cylinder filling systems, CryoVation, has officially relocated its manufacturing and service facility.
CVD Equipment Corp. expands
7 Dec 2011
CVD Equipment Corporation has announced that it has signed a contract to purchase a 120,000 square ...
Developments announced at SACGA
16 Sep 2011
The Southern Africa Compressed Gases Association has announced a number of developments in its structure, including a new member and appointments to the Board of Directors.
Double share repurchase announcement from Air Products
21 Sep 2011
Air Products has completed its current $1bn share repurchase program. The North American firm has also publicised a new $1bn share repurchase program.
Dow Corning begins monosilane production
2 Sep 2011
Dow Corning has begun producing high-purity monosilane gas – a key material used as an anti-reflective solar cell coating and as feedstocks for photovoltaics.
ETI launches major project for future roll-out of CCS in the UK
16 Sep 2011
The future of CCS in the UK appears to have received a major boost, with the news that the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) has launched a significant new £3m project.
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24 Nov 2011
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Fastest cool-down with the Cryojet5 nitrogen jet from Oxford Instruments
16 Sep 2011
Oxford Instruments has completely redesigned its Cryojet nitrogen jet system to meet the increasing demands of all crystallography researchers.
Financing for first German LNG vessel secured
7 Sep 2011
KfW IPEX-Bank is set to finance the construction of the first completely gas-powered and thereby low-emission ship in Germany.
First open access hydrogen station in UK set for opening
19 Sep 2011
In just a few hour’s time, the UK’s first open access hydrogen refuelling station will be officially launched, capable of refuelling cars, buses and small commercial vehicles.
First Qatari LNG cargo to Netherlands
15 Sep 2011
Qatargas has announced the delivery of the first Qatari Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cargo to the Netherlands, aboard its Q-Max vessel, the Al-Samriya.
First steps into South East Asia for Qatargas LNG
14 Sep 2011
Qatargas has signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) to supply LNG to the national oil and gas company of Malaysia, PETRONAS LNG Ltd.
Flextraction selects new Managing Director
8 Sep 2011
The British ventilation expert, Flextraction has appointed a new Managing Director, Lee Darton.
Foster Wheeler wins Kazakhstan hydrogen plant project
5 Sep 2011
A subsidiary of the Swiss engineering and construction firm, Foster Wheeler AG, has been awarded a contract for the engineering design of a new hydrogen facility to be based in Kazakhstan.
Global CCS Institute opens office in Japan
9 Sep 2011
Just days ago, the Global Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Institute announced the opening of a new premises in Japan.
Gulf Cryo appoints new CEO
1 Sep 2011
Just days after Gulf Cryo signed-up the key sponsorship package at The Middle East Industrial Gases Conference 2011, the firm has gone to appoint a new CEO, Naji Skaf.
Honda and BOC reveal a first for hydrogen refuelling
21 Sep 2011
Yesterday, gasworld was privy to a UK first and an epoch for environmental transport when Honda, BOC and Forward Swindon unveiled the first open access hydrogen vehicle refuelling station in the country.
Honeywell to treble capacity at Baton Rouge
8 Sep 2011
Honeywell, the US HFO gas producer, has announced plans to expand the Baton Rouge production facility for HFC-1234ze.
ICMC 2011 provides lively discussion in Beijing, China
22 Sep 2011
Chinese cylinder manufacturers aim to improving quality and safety in cylinders as well as improving knowledge of international markets. Over 150 delegates gathered for a symposium on the International Cylinder Business during the second day of IG China, as gasworld reports.
Industrial Scientific wins regional technology award
21 Sep 2011
Earlier today the Pennsylvanian firm, Industrial Scientific, was announced Advanced Manufacturer of the Year in a regional technology competition.
Industry perspectives
21 Nov 2011
Since August 2011 the gasworld editorial team have brought you monthly perspectives courtesy of some of the most well informed members of the industrial gas community. And thanks to our new website you can now come here, every month, to read and peruse the latest takes on the industrial gas business.
INOXCVA expands Texas cryo facility
6 Sep 2011
INOXCVA has expanded its Ameriport facility in Baytown, Texas. According to the Indian firm the investment reflects growing demand for cryogenic storage and distribution equipment.
Invitation to comment on EPA protocol draft
7 Dec 2011
A revised version of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Traceability Protocol for Gaseous Calibration Standards, which describes analytical procedures to follow to assay and certify EPA Protocol Gases, is currently available from the EPA. This guidance document has not yet been cleared for publication as an EPA report – rather it is being
Jim McCarthy named VP of Airgas Safety and Compliance
5 Sep 2011
On the 1st September, Airgas, Inc. announced that Jim McCarthy had been named the company’s Vice President of Safety and Compliance. An appointment which underscores the firm's new divisional structure.
Letter from the Editor: New website, new horizons
September
With the launch of the fantastic new gasworld website, I’m left reflecting on some of the great stories to have broken on its previous incarnation.
Linde adds 575tpd nitrogen liquefier to Ohio ASU
12 Sep 2011
Linde North America has publicised plans to enhance nitrogen production at its Ohio air separation plant, thanks to the addition of a new nitrogen liquefier.
Linde affiliate extends uniform and product range
6 Sep 2011
TMG, an affiliate of Linde North America, has entered into a long-term supply agreement with G&K Services, Inc. of Minneapolis. According to the new deal, G&K will provide a variety of uniforms and facility service products to TMG customers.
Linde Pakistan Limited – A new era for BOC Pakistan
28 Sep 2011
As part of a five year re-branding process, BOC Pakistan Limited has officially changed its name to Linde Pakistan Limited.
Linde to build largest electronics fluorine plant in Europe
5 Sep 2011
Linde Gases, a division of The Linde Group, today announced a long-term supply contract with Germany’s largest thin-film silicon photovoltaics (PV) module manufacturer, Schüco TF.
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Lynn Horak joins Matheson as director of Sustainable Marketing
7 Dec 2011
Lynn Horak has joined Matheson as director of Sustainable Marketing for the Corporate Marketing Group based in Montgomeryville, PA. In this role, Horak will be responsible for the development of marketing programs in support of the ongoing business activities.
Maintaining food and medical grade gas quality
September
Pedigree requirements implemented by the FDA for medical gases will be the template for food and beverage grade gases in the near future, suggests Ron Ball.
Maintaining purity – Hydrocarbon gases in the semiconductor industry
September
Matheson explains why the use of hydrocarbon gases in the semiconductor industry has risen so rapidly in recent years.
Maintaining ultra high purity
September
Curt Fauth outlines a process using ultra-trace oxygen measurements that can save UHP manufacturers considerable time and unnecessary cost.
MATHESON appoints Lynn Horak, Director of Sustainable Marketing
29 Sep 2011
Lynn Horak, formerly of Tiger Optics, has been appointed Sustainable Marketing Director for Matheson.
McPhy Energy enters UK renewable energy market
12 Sep 2011
Recent hydrogen success story, McPhy Energy, has been chosen by Nottingham University for the mid-term storage of renewable energy in a residential micro-grid.
MEDICA 2011 trade fair approaches
22 Sep 2011
The global market for medical technology will be in the spotlight this November when the world’s largest medical trade fair, MEDICA 2011, takes place in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Messer companies unite in new headquarters
13 Sep 2011
On 16th and 17th September, Messer will be opening its new headquarters in Bad Soden. With this move all the companies of the Messer Group will be united for the first time under one roof.
Mexichem FLUOR sponsors Alternative Refrigerant and System Efficiency
14 Sep 2011
Mexichem FLUOR has announced that it will sponsor Arizona’s 2011 Alternative Refrigerant and System Efficiency Symposium.
Middle East Conference attracts elite sponsorship
1 Sep 2011
In little over three months the Middle Eastern industrial gas community and its international friends will congregate for the second conference of its kind. According to gasworld Marketing and Events Manager, Katie Hill, sponsorship slots are filling fast.
Minister of Energy inaugurates first Thai LNG Terminal
7 Sep 2011
On 7th September Thailand’s Minister of Energy, H.E. Pichai Naripthaphan marked a first for Southeast Asia. The Minister officiated over an inauguration ceremony at the Map Ta Phut LNG Terminal.
MOCON, Inc. issues shareholders 93rd consecutive quarterly dividends
15 Sep 2011
The announcement constitutes the 93rd consecutive quarter that the company has provided stockholders with quarterly dividends.
NASA harnesses Chart’s LN2 HP Tank supply system
27 Sep 2011
NASA's Space Power Facility in Ohio has been upgraded, thanks in part to Chart's LN2 supply equipment.
Nitrous oxide – Not a laughing matter
September
Commonly known as laughing gas or sweet air, nitrous oxide (N2O) is a colourless, non-flammable gas with a slightly sweet aroma. Jane Dawson explains the market dynamics for this gas.
North by Northwest
September
Business is booming at Norco, the United States’ largest regional gas and equipment supplier and its specialty gases division, NorLab. Helen Carmichael reports from the company’s headquarters in Idaho.
November opportunity to focus on biofuels
27 Sep 2011
Later this season companies such as Shell, BP and Virgin Atlantic Airways will gather in Barcelona to explore the current, and future, state of affairs regarding biofuels.
On time in Texas: Anhydrous HCI plant set for 2012 launch
29 Sep 2011
Linde Gas North America and Air Products are on track for a 2012 second quarter start-up at the joint venture HCI Texas facility, according to recent reports.
Praxair - Ninth year running on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
13 Sep 2011
Praxair, Inc. has been selected as a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the ninth consecutive year. In doing so, it has become the only US chemical company with such a long-running record.
Praxair India to build 300 tpd ASU in Pune - Mumbai corridor
8 Sep 2011
Praxair India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Praxair, Inc. plans to construct a new air separation plant in the rapidly growing Pune-Mumbai industrial corridor of western India.
Praxair issues $500m of 3% notes due 2021
5 Sep 2011
Praxair, Inc. has priced $500m of 3.00% notes due 1st September 2021. The notes are being offered under Praxair’s universal shelf registration statement, while the offer is expected to close tomorrow, 6th September.
Praxair joins Air Products in carbon transparency scheme
22 Sep 2011
Praxair, Inc. joins Air Products in the Carbon Disclosure Project’s Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index. The firm constitutes one of only ten companies to have achieved the accolade on four consecutive years.
Praxair minimises insulating gas loss
6 Sep 2011
Praxair, Inc. has entered an agreement with Integrated Automation Systems, Inc. to market the breakthrough OptiGas gas-filling system for insulating glass in windows and doors.
Praxair Rus wins 15 year nitrogen and hydrogen supply deal
15 Sep 2011
Praxair Rus, a subsidiary of Praxair, Inc. has reached a 15 year agreement to supply nitrogen and hydrogen to Guardian Industries’ new float glass facility in South Russia.
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Purification technology for the independent distributor
September
The decision to install purification technology at the cylinder fill plant, especially for the independent distributor, is difficult at best. The factors involved are quite different as compared to the decision processes of the major industrial gas producer.
Qatargas’ Plateau Maintenance achieves safety milestone
14 Sep 2011
Qatargas’ Plateau Maintenance Project has celebrated three million man-hours without any lost time to injury.
Regional Markets: Focus on North Pacific
September
It’s almost impossible to discuss the gas markets of the North Pacific, and Taiwan in particular, without some spotlight on the electronics business; such is the symbiotic relationship between the two.
'Reliable and economic' Air Products' 100tpd oxygen facility
15 Sep 2011
Air Products is preparing for the construction of a new 100 ton per day (tpd) ion transport membrane oxygen production test facility in Convent, Louisiana.
SANYO'S Taetow elected as President of PV CYCLE
9 Sep 2011
Wilfred Taetow of SANYO Component has been elected as the new President of PV CYCLE. The announcement was formalised at an assembly held during the 26th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition.
Schmidt praises Harris for community contribution
7 Dec 2011
Republican congresswoman Jean Schmidt (R-OH) paid a visitto the Harris Products Group on August 19, where she toured the company’s headquarters in Mason, Ohio.
Schulte and Wehner named Airgas Presidents
26 Sep 2011
Ted Schulte and Martin Wehner have been named Presidents of the North American industrial gas company, Airgas, Inc.
SEMICON West & InterSolar 2011
September
Despite current global market conditions in the semiconductor sector, the annual SEMICON West conference ended on July 14 in San Francisco on a relatively positive note.
Subsea7 awards iGas turnkey Borealis contract
13 Sep 2011
Subsea7 recently awarded iGAS the turnkey contract associated with a new gas supply and distribution system for the Borealis pipe-lay vessel.
Synthesis gas steels global green award
14 Sep 2011
Ze-gen, Inc.’s green credentials were ratified when the company became a GoingGreen Global 200 Winner.
Taylor Wharton – Reloaded
September
An interview with Len York, President of Taylor-Wharton Cryogenics LLC, by Rob Cockerill and Helen Carmichael.
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United Vacuum – Consider your options
September
Choosing the right vacuum pump technology is important across a number of applications, not least in the semiconductor industry that’s so in-focus this quarter. United Vacuum offers some valuable insights on pump selection.
Where to be: Gasworld’s guide to the Autumn 2011 exhibition season
19 Sep 2011
With exhibition spaces stretching as far from the Birmingham NEC to Moscow’s Expocentre Fairgrounds, gasworld has taken a moment to compile a top five of this season’s must attend events.
