OXYGEN

Oxygen is a colorless and odorless gas. While it is non-combustible on its own, it is essential for most combustion processes to occur. Oxygen has various applications in different industrial sectors.

Manufacturing and Metal Processing

Oxygen is commonly used in laser and plasma cutting and can be present in small quantities in shielding gases. Additionally, it can be used in gaseous environments where metal is being melted, shaped, or cut to achieve better combustion by replacing air with oxygen.

Energy

When used instead of air, oxygen can enhance performance in process heaters, industrial fermenters, and gasification processes.

Life Sciences

Oxygen is utilized in fermenters and bioreactors to promote cell growth. It also assists in the discovery and production of drugs, as well as ensuring quality control and uniformity in drug manufacturing.

Food Production

Although typically not used in food packaging, small amounts of oxygen are added to select packaged foods to maintain color in meats and support respiration in vegetables.

Automotive

Oxygen is commonly used in laser and plasma cutting and can be a minor component in shielding gases. It is also essential in the heat treatment process of transmissions and engines.

Aerospace and Defense

Oxygen, when used in forging, helps produce durable metals for safe and reliable aircraft.

Primary Materials

Oxygen plays a crucial role in glass manufacturing by assisting in the reduction of emissions from glass furnaces. Additionally, it contributes to higher flame temperatures, increasing the efficiency of the glass melting process.