cryogenic equipment | cryogenic valves
The term “ASME Certified” gets thrown around a lot in the cryogenic and compressed gas industry. But what does that really mean and why is it important?
Cryogenic Corner | cryogenic equipment
Flow rate and pressure are constant concerns when it comes to cryogenics. When the demand for gas increases higher than the output of the liquid cylinder, both the pressure and flow rate drop in response. Here’s where a vaporizer saves the day.
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medical | Medical Gas Supplies | gas for laser
For hospitals and medical facilities, precision is critical when it comes to gas delivery. They rely on consistent, accurate oxygen pressure control as it travels from the external tank and through the system for patient use.
Cryogenic Corner | herose | relief valves
When was the last time you checked your cryogenic safety valves? More than five years ago? 10? Do you even remember?
Did you know that over 99% of cryogenic relief valve failures are due to a build-up of particulates, dirt and debris? And that tank slag, Teflon tape, and dirt are the most common culprits? When these contaminants build up in valves, they prevent the valves from re-seating properly. At best, a blocked valve results in minor leakage requiring valve replacement. At worst, a fully blocked relief valve leads to overpressurization causing dangerous and life-threatening system failure.
If you’ve ever been in close proximity to a cryogenic cylinder when the safety relief valve pops open, you know it’s jarringly loud, almost like a shotgun blast. From a safety standpoint, the noise is high enough in decibels (over 100dB) to cause hearing damage if a worker is close enough to the valve. And from a plain nuisance perspective, it’s extremely startling and disruptive.