Have you ever wondered how fragrances are extracted from plant materials? Most perfumes and colognes are made with natural ingredients, but how are those ingredients separated from the plants? The answer lies in a process called supercritical carbon dioxide extraction. Let’s take a closer look...
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We are in the midst of winter, and that means it's time to hit the slopes if you haven't already! But how does a ski resort create all that fresh powder? Ski resorts across the country rely on compressed air to create some of the...
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Specialty gasses are used in a variety of industrial, scientific, and medical applications. But what makes them so special? In this article, we'll provide an overview of specialty gasses and explain why they are so important. What Are Specialty Gases? Specialty gasses are gasses that have...
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If you're familiar with injection molding, you know that it's a versatile manufacturing process that can be used to create a wide variety of products. But did you know that there's a variation of this process that's even more versatile? It's called gas-assisted injection molding,...
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Numerous uses for gaseous nitrogen are found in the oil and gas sector. While the industry is still supported by well-established uses for nitrogen gas, such as tank and pipeline blanketing, nitrogen purging, and inert operations, the use of nitrogen in drilling operations to maintain...
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Oxyacetylene welding, also known as oxy welding or gas welding, is a type of welding that uses a torch to heat and weld metal. It is a versatile welding method reliant on the combustion of oxygen and acetylene that can be used for a variety...
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Argon, a noble gas, is most notably used in welding and glassmaking, but did you know that one of argon's most unique uses is in luxury car tires? Filling luxury car tires with argon has many benefits, such as improved fuel efficiency, reduced tire noise, improved...
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Why Are Industrial Gases Mixed? There are many reasons why industrial gases are mixed. Sometimes it is necessary to obtain a certain composition of gas, while other times it can be done to take advantage of the different properties of each gas. One common reason for mixing...
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Alkaline water is known to offer a variety of health benefits, but did you know that it can also improve the quality of your water? CO2 treatment is often used to improve the taste of water, and it can also help to remove harmful contaminants....
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Did you know that the strength of a glue bond can be affected by the type of nitrogen atoms it contains? Adhesive manufacturers often tweak the chemical makeup of their glues to create a stronger bond. Nitrogen is an important part of any adhesive molecule because...
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