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Aluminum Extrusion: Staying Cool with Nitrogen

March 14 2018, 13:24pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

Aluminum is a highly malleable material, which is readily shaped for any number of purposes. The aluminum extrusion process is key to shaping aluminum, and it must be completed in an inert environment to reduce the formation of oxides. Learn why this...

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How Do Potato Chips Stay So Fresh In The Bag?

March 6 2018, 15:32pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

Chip bags have all that air in them for a valid reason — and it's not air, anyway, it's nitrogen gas. So what is this gas doing in your bag of crisps? First, the gas acts as a preservative so your chips are as crispy when you open the bag as the day they...

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Taste the Difference with Nitrogen Packed Coffee Grounds

February 15 2018, 17:12pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

When it comes to flavor, coffee purists prefer whole beans, which retain their flavors longer than ground coffee. Yet there's no denying the convenience factor of ground coffee, which is why it's so popular in offices. Ground coffee has a short shelf...

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Gas Chromatography and Breathe Safely While Using Nitrogen

January 22 2018, 18:04pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

Gas chromatography is a process used to separate chemical compounds for analysis. The analytical chemistry process is used with gases that won't decompose when vaporized. Gas chromatography are used in a wide range of industries -- everything from forensic...

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Nitro Coffee: A New Trend in Cold Brew

December 1 2017, 16:54pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

In cold brew coffee, grinds are infused into cold water to make a strong brew that reduces acidity and bitterness. Some coffee roasters have started using nitrogen gas to amp up their cold brew coffee's silky texture and add a creaminess to the basic...

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Nitro Beer Tastes Better

November 16 2017, 11:04am

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

If you've ever remarked on the smooth creaminess of a pint of Guinness, you've picked up on the key difference in its carbonation: Nitrogen rather than carbon dioxide. Such "nitro" beers have become a trend in recent years, with major U.S. breweries and...

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The Benefits of Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide for Food Processing

October 20 2017, 14:24pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

A blend of gases -- carbon dioxide, oxygen, and nitrogen -- help preserve packaged food by reducing the amount of oxygen inside the sealed package. Gas flushing or Modified Atmosphere Packaging, as the process is called, also reduces the amount of processing...

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The Overview on Inert Glove Boxes and How They Work

October 9 2017, 14:23pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

For businesses that work with inert gases or hazardous materials, glove boxes are essential. They allow employees to safely work with sensitive or hazardous materials without compromising either the material or their safety. While glove boxes are an effective...

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What is a -150C Nitrogen freezer and who uses them?

October 2 2017, 13:17pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

A -150 C freezer, also known as a nitrogen freezer, is used in cryo preservation. While you might think of Ted Williams being frozen on ice for a future in which he can be brought back to life, the cryo preservation method can be used to keep any type...

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Oxygen Monitors now Required for Nitrogen, Argon, Helium, and CO2 use in Denver

August 1 2017, 14:33pm

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Posted by oxygenmonitor

The Colorado city of Denver recently passed a new law that requires facilities that use insert gas to install oxygen deficiency monitors wherever these gases are used in excess of 100 pounds. Learn what the new law requires from businesses and how an...

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