Latest news Stateside
CGA releases safety alert
The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) has released a safety alert titled, Potential of Carbonated Beverage Systems to Create a Life-Threatening Environment (CGA SA-22).
Technology
CGA releases safety alert
The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) has released a safety alert titled, Potential of Carbonated Beverage Systems to Create a Life-Threatening Environment (CGA SA-22).
Pfeiffer Vacuum introduces HiCube™ pro turbopump stations
Pfeiffer Vacuum, has introduced HiCube™ Pro turbopump stations which feature HiPace turbopumps and the dry ACP multi-stage backing pump from the Adixen Division of Pfeiffer Vacuum.
MOCON's permeation units offer effective pricing
MOCON, Inc. has now made it easier for companies to add both oxygen and water vapour permeation testing capability in-house at an effective price point.
Smart-Hose solves premature hose failure
The Philadelphia firm, Smart-Hose Technologies, has made two enhancements to its high pressure smart-hose safety system that will help extend the functional life of its high pressure cylinder filling hoses.
Finance
Air Liquide brings new ASU online in Geismar, Louisiana
Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP today announced the start up of a new Air Separation Unit (ASU) at its facility in Geismar, La. to increase its supply of nitrogen, oxygen and argon to customers in a range of industries, including refining, natural gas, chemicals, metals, and many others.
Events
Matheson sponsors world’s largest balloon race
Matheson sponsored the America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta held in Albuquerque, New Mexico this October, an event it has been supporting for over a decade.
McCausland offers Airgas insight
President, CEO and chairman of Airgas’ board of directors, Peter McCausland was a guest speaker at today’s opening session of the 67th Gas and Welding DistributorsAssociation annual convention, in New York, NY, USA.
GAWDA – Progress on all fronts
Significant announcements made at the 67th annual GAWDA convention, in New York, including news of a new link-up with the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) and the formation of a whole new initiative.
GAWDA forms safety pact with CGA
Gas and Welding Distributors Association (GAWDA) president elect, Bryan Keen informed members gathered today at the organisation's 67th annual convention that members would soon benefit from access to safety data information from the Compressed Gas Association (CGA).
Pittcon 2011
Pittcon 2011 remains the year’s key event for anyone who works in the laboratory, Pat Carlucci reports.
Other recent news from North America
New Acquisition: Praxair takes American Gas Group
Praxair Distribution Inc., a subsidiary of Praxair, Inc. has acquired American Gas Group, a leading supplier of specialty gases worldwide.
Smart-Hose solves premature hose failure
The Philadelphia firm, Smart-Hose Technologies, has made two enhancements to its high pressure smart-hose safety system that will help extend the functional life of its high pressure cylinder filling hoses.
Chlorine measurement at fractional price from Sierra
Sierra Instruments has apparently delivered an economical solution to one of the industry’s ‘great challenges’, with the launch of its new Chlorine-Trak™ 760S Thermal Mass Flow Meter.
AESPUMP acquires Absolute Vacuum
AESPUMP Ltd, recently acquired Absolute Vacuum Ltd, a Vacuum Pump Supply and Repair company that has been trading for 12 years.
Air Products switches on 2mw solar farm
Air Products has flipped the switch on the company’s new 2MW solar farm, capable of supplying enough energy to power more than half of Air Products’ administration buildings.
Dow Corning and Air Products agree to silane deal
The silicon specialist, Dow Corning has entered into a long-term supply deal with Air Products in which Dow Corning will provide electronic-grade silane - an essential component used in manufacturing flat panel displays, semiconductors and photovoltaic cells.
