Industrial Gas Overview
♦ Carbon dioxide (CO2) is captured and securely stored through our sequestration process, supporting operational efficiency while meeting market needs for carbon management;
♦ Helium, prized for its unique properties, is purified to high standard for applications in healthcare, technology, and aerospace;
♦ Nitrogen, valued for its inert nature, is produced for use in manufacturing, food processing, and other industrial applications.
Together, these gases underscore our commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions tailored to the demands of modern industry.
Operations
Industry Application
Industrial gases like CO2, helium, and nitrogen play critical roles across diverse sectors. CO2 is used in enhanced oil recovery, food and beverage carbonation, and welding; helium supports medical MRI scanners, semiconductor manufacturing, and aerospace applications; and nitrogen is essential for inserting in manufacturing, food packaging, and chemical production, ensuring safety and efficiency in industrial processes.
Technological Advances
The production and processing of industrial gases have evolved with innovations such as cryogenic distillation, membrane separation, and pressure swing adsorption (PSA), enabling higher purity and efficiency in extracting CO2, helium, and nitrogen. These technologies, including those used in US Energy’s Kevin Dome operations, enhance reliability and scalability, meeting the growing demands of industries reliant on these gases.
Supply Chain Dynamics
Global supply chains for industrial gases involve extraction from natural gas fields or air separation, purification at specialized plants, and distribution via pipelines, trucks, or cylinders. For helium, supply constraints due to limited reserves and geopolitical factors remain a challenge, while CO2 and nitrogen benefit from widespread availability but require strategic logistics to ensure consistent market delivery.
Market Growth and Demand
Through early-2025, the industrial gas market is experiencing steady growth, driven by demand in technology, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. Helium’s critical role in high-tech applications sustains its value despite supply challenges, CO2 demand rises with carbon management initiatives, and nitrogen’s use in agriculture and industry continues to expand, supported by efficient production methods.
Regulatory and Economic Factors
The industrial gas industry is influenced by regulations, such as safety standards for gas handling and storage, and economic incentives like the 45Q tax credits for CO2 sequestration in the U.S. These factors shape operational strategies, encouraging investments in new projects like U.S. Energy’s Kevin Dome operations while ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness.