Compressed Gas Technologies - Nitrogen Generators turns 10!

CGT has grown into one of the leading providers of membrane and PSA nitrogen generators throughout Canada, U.S. and Mexico. This month we are celebrating 10 amazing years of providing on-site nitrogen generators to a variety of industries. Industries such as food packaging; tank blanketing; laser cutting and laboratories (LCMS) have all benefitted by being able to manufacture their own nitrogen from a compressed air source. A complete list of some of the companies that have benefitted from CGT's service can be found on our website. Contact Compressed Gas Technologies today to help you acess your nitrogen needs.

Nitrogen Generators Benefit Rapid Prototyping Industry

Selective Laser Sintering (an additive layer-by-layer process) requires a high power laser to fuse small particles of plastic, ceramic and metal together into a 3D prototype. Because rapid prototyping (or SLS) is a process actionable only at high temperatures it is important to ensure your process is safe and that you are operating at maximum efficiency. Nitrogen generators can assist in this application.

A membrane nitrogen generator is your best option for this application as membrane generators can virtually operate themselves without the assistance of a controller. Nitrogen purity in a membrane generator is adjustable from 95 - 99.9%.
The desired flow and purity required for your rapid prototyping process will determine how many membrane modules will be utilized. Once the air in your SLS process has passed through the membrane bundle(s) it is nitrogen that is used to inert the chamber during the process.

Contact an experienced nitrogen generator supplier if you have specific questions regarding how the generator can assist your process or any concerns that you may have.

Medical Industry can Benefit from Nitrogen Generators in a Multitude of Ways

More and more industries are benefiting from nitrogen generators. Today, we discuss the medical industry. Nitrogen generators can be used in a variety of ways – from  powering surgical tools to assisting in complex research processes that require pressure.  Whether used in a hospital, medical facility or even a laboratory environment, nitrogen generators offer simplicity, convenience, safer process measures, consistency and a cost efficient operation method.

High pressure cylinders can’t compare for a variety of reasons, one of which being a storage option. Medical equipment and processes are constantly used and require mobility – two benefits that nitrogen generators can offer.

Nitrogen generators offer and operate at low pressure (100 psig or higher) – a common requirement in laboratory applications so the risk of explosion, damage and environmental detriments are infrequent.

View our Membrane Generators and assess if a nitrogen generator can benefit your application.

Nitrogen Generators Leave a Smooth Finish on the Beer Dispensing Industry

The beer industry is one of the most common industries that utilize nitrogen generators. Nitrogen can assist in preservation and a high quality product especially when it comes to draught systems.  In order to maintain these two very important factors in the draught process, a mixture of carbon dioxide and nitrogen is required. Nitrogen generators can allow you to can keep the beer as pure as possible – it is extremely accurate and cost efficient. 

Dark coloured or cream ale beers rely on nitrogen to achieve the perfect presentation. This makes the beer have a foamy appearance on the top and a smooth taste.

Learn more about Membrane generators or PSA nitrogen generators which can assist the beer dispensing industry.

Take your Gasoline Further with Nitrogen!

Vehicles take a lot of abuse… it is important to always maintain your vehicle throughout the year to eliminate costly repairs in the future.

If you haven’t already heard…Shell gas stations across Canada and the United States have introduced a nitrogen-enhanced gasoline containing a unique, patented cleaning system designed to destroy build up on intake values and fuel injectors left by low quality gas in all their gasoline grades  – this is also known as “engine gunk”.

Nitrogen is the “secret” in this new gasoline and acts as the active cleaning molecule throughout the gasoline. Nitrogen allows the gasoline to perform in more a more balanced fashion at higher temperatures and allowing your vehicle to operate at a cleaner level.  

Nitrogen is also extremely useful when it come to keeping you moving… nitrogen tire inflation is becoming extremely popular with the benefits being improved fuel economy and increased tire life.

PSA nitrogen generators or membrane generators are recommended for auto service businesses who are looking to provide an added service for their customers.