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Laboratories, research & universities

Our understanding of the technology for laboratories and research has allowed us to develop a specific portfolio of products and services for our customers – HiQ® concept. For large research centres, pharmaceutical R&D departments and universities we offer cost-effective and reliable solutions so that our customers can concentrate on their core business.

We offer:

  • A wide range of off-the-shelf and customised specialty gas mixtures, equipment and services to provide laboratories and research facilities with all they need for:
    • Instrument calibration – customised scientific mixtures and high purity gases for test and measurement equipment calibration. We also offer equipment inventory services.
    • Laser – total cost effective solution for laser management and maintenance, including all laser gases and equipment.
    • Medical diagnosis – special gas mixtures for a range of diagnostic procedures. Bespoke mixtures at clinicians request. Helium services.
    • Freezing and chilling – total solutions for handling, storage and transportation of temperature-sensitive products.
    • Waste treatment – water and effluent analysis gases, technology and services.
    • Heat treatment – pure gases and mixtures for controlled atmospheres in metallurgy laboratories.
    • Coating – scientific mixtures, high purity gases and equipment for advanced coating processes.
    • Inerting – high purity gases and vacuum systems for laboratory applications.
    • Emission control and testing – scientific mixtures for monitoring air quality.
    • Air conditioning – refrigerants, refrigerant recovery and system analysis and rectification for the sophisticated air conditioning systems used in laboratories and storage facilities.
    • Health and Safety – personal protection equipment, gas monitors, safety audits and training in safe gas handling.
We also supply:
  • Consulting – we advise you on the most appropriate gases and equipment to use for specific applications and train your staff on issues, handling precautions and health and safety issues (WELDONOVA®)
  • A wide range of services to assist with the smooth running of research premises, including:
    • Gas system inspection and service contracts
    • Cylinder inventory management (ACCURA®)

Laboratories, Research & Universities