Headspace Gas Analysis and Industrial Food Packaging
You interact with food and store goods every day that have been preserved to extend their shelf life. Air Source Industries offers high-quality food and restaurant grade gases needed by local industrial food packaging businesses to produce common grocery store items like chips and packaged meats. Carbon dioxide and nitrogen are the most commonly used […]
Commercial Nitrogen in Tires
One of the lesser known uses of nitrogen is its use in commercial and personal vehicle tires. Tires are an important part of the vehicles we use for transportation and it’s critical that they’re maintained for proper safety. Nitrogen gas has different properties that make it an ideal gas for use in tires. We’ll go […]
How to Determine Cylinder Gas Sizes for Refills
Many commercial and industrial businesses require a reliable supply of gas to keep their business running smoothly and efficiently. Our job here at Air Source Industries is to provide you with the quality gases you need, on time and hassle free. We make the re-ordering process simple enough where it just takes a quick phone […]
The Little Known Uses of Helium Gas
Intro Helium is the second most abundant element in the universe and became more expensive in 2017 due to shortages. It is a valuable element because it is commonly used as a coolant and is an inert gas, which means it does not react when exposed to other chemicals or elements. Helium gas can be utilized […]
Industrial Gases Used in Manufacturing
Ever wonder how some products get their cools shapes and how they are made? When it comes to the manufacturing industry, industrial gases are commonly utilized to create the right atmosphere for varying processes or to assist in creating the final product. We are going to dive into the different processes when creating consumer goods […]
Industrial and Commercial Acetylene Gas Applications
Acetylene is a colorless gas that has a strong garlic-like odor. When combined with oxygen, it becomes very hot and is classified as the hottest fuel gas. It is also the only fuel gas that can weld steel, making it the preferred choice for welders. Air Source Industries is a trusted provider of acetylene gas […]
Special Effects Using Cryogenic Gases
We’ve all heard about athletics using the body cooling cryogenic therapy after a grueling competition to maximize their recovery time. Temperatures get as cold as minus 110 degrees Celsius and can get extremely colder when used for other applications. One of the little known uses of cryo gases is for special effects like smoke, fog […]
The Benefits of Beer Gas Blends & the Perfect Pint
Beer has been a cultural tradition in many countries all around the world since the Egyptians used beer as a form of payment for the workers building the pyramids. Beer has evolved over the centuries and its popularity has continued to rise in the United States. New breweries have been popping up more frequently. Restaurants […]
Roller Coasters & Compressed Air
Summertime is the time to have some fun with your family and enjoying the amazing West Coast weather before heading back to school. A classic summer event is inviting your family to visit local amusement parks and going on the tallest rollercoaster in the park! But for you to be able to enjoy the thrilling […]
How to Safely Store Compressed Gas Cylinders
At Air Source Industries, customer safety is our utmost importance. Our certified technicians care for and maintain your gas cylinders as part of your rental agreement. If you ever have any issues with your cylinders you rented from us, contact us right away and we’ll take care of it. Proper cylinder safety, storage and handling […]