Ratermann Learning Center
A hub providing relevant information and updates on industrial gas, cryogenics, and CGA regulations, as well as industry specific solutions for fill plants, beverage distribution and medical gas supplies.
industrial gas supplies | cryogenic regulators | cylinder safety
By:
Craig Pagano
May 1st, 2024
A vast majority of problems with DOT-4L liquid cylinders are directly related to customer tampering with the set screws on economizers and pressure-building regulators. Customer tampering isn’t necessarily done with malicious intent, it’s often a misunderstanding of how the pressure regulator works or an attempt to self-diagnose a potential issue.
Cryogenic Corner | cryogenic equipment
By:
Craig Pagano
March 13th, 2024
Invented in 1892 by Sir James Dewar, the double-walled cryogenic storage vessel known as a “dewar” revolutionized the cryogenic industry by allowing cryogenic media to be stored for longer periods of time. Though the concept didn’t change much over the years, the biggest innovation came in the form of multilayer insulation, which increased storage times dramatically and made the dewar the industry standard. (Incidentally, it was also discovered that the same construction also kept hot liquids hot, prompting the development of the modern thermos.)
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By:
Craig Pagano
February 14th, 2024
Repetitive motion is one of the top causes of on-the-job injuries. In the medical gas industry, an oxygen distributor can fill thousands of cylinders a day, and each fill requires a new seal and dust cover. In the past, that repetitive work of popping off and replacing covers and seals quickly resulted in thumb and hand overuse injuries. And the ripple effect could be decreased productivity and fewer cylinders moving out each day.
Medical Gas Supplies | industrial gas | liquid cylinders
By:
Craig Pagano
January 24th, 2024
Ratermann Leak Check fluid may seem like a simple product with a simple function, but hiding behind that simplicity is an extremely important purpose: reducing product loss and doing it safely.
Medical Gas Supplies | Cylinder Storage
By:
Craig Pagano
December 11th, 2023
Cylinder cradles and manifolds are staple items at Ratermann, and we offer a wide range of high-quality options to suit a variety of needs. For customers who are not quite ready for a micro-bulk, our 12 and 16-pack options bridge the gap for increased demand.
By:
Craig Pagano
December 4th, 2023
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most pervasive on-the-job injuries across the U.S., and the compressed gas industry is no exception. Stemming from prolonged, repetitive movement, carpal tunnel syndrome is a progressive condition that worsens over time and can require surgical treatment, which can take two to three months to fully recover from.