Presentation Profile
Advances in Pure Gas Delivery
Currently Scheduled: 10/11/2023 - 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Main Author
Todd Zimmerman - Airgas Specialty Gas
Abstract:
The traditional gas cylinder and valve (package) have remained relatively unchanged for more than 100 years. As the purity of analytical gases continues to increase in importance for the analytical process chain, the evolution of the cylinder package increases in importance as well.
The safe handling of high pressure gases is a major concern for users, as well how to continuously improve efficiency of analytical work. Air Liquide has been a pioneer in developing innovation in many areas, including gas packaging systems. This presentation will detail a new valve adapted for analytical gases, which contains a residual pressure valve that simplifies gas handling and safety. The valve is also equipped with a permanent pressure gauge allowing the contents of the cylinder to be checked at any time thereby preventing unexpected runouts or returning the cylinder before it is depleted. Ergonomics has been significantly improved when compared to the classical valve with an on/off lever for easier cylinder valve manipulations.
