Air Products’ policy on oxygen sales to oxygen bars

Safetygram 33 The hazards of oxygen and oxygen-enriched mixtures Most people who use pure oxygen are aware of the hazards of and special precautions for handling this material. Unfortunately, fewer are aware that these hazards extend to oxygen mixtures. This…

Safetygram 1 Gaseous oxygen Oxygen is the second largest component of the atmosphere, comprising 20.8% by volume. Gaseous oxygen is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and nonflammable. Oxygen is necessary to support life. It is a strong oxidizer that combines readily with…

Safetygram 4 Gaseous hydrogen Hydrogen is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, highly flammable gas. It is also the lightest-weight gas. Since hydrogen is noncorrosive, special materials of construction are not normally required. Vessels and piping must be selected and designed to…

Safetygram 16 Safe handling of cryogenic liquids A cryogenic liquid is defined as a liquid with a normal boiling point below –130°F (–90°C). The most commonly used industrial gases that are transported, handled, and stored in the liquid state at…