Automotive Industry Applications: Gases and Automation for Vehicle Manufacturing

Walk through an auto plant and you’ll see the story right away. Robots weld frames with pinpoint accuracy, coating booths spray finishes in seconds, and cars move down the line faster than ever. None of that happens without gases doing quiet, constant work in the background. Shielding welds, controlling curing, and feeding the machines—gases make automation possible.

Quality Control and Testing Applications

Think about what happens before a single car rolls off the assembly line. Every component gets tested, every system gets checked, and every safety feature gets validated. That’s where specialized gases become your quality control partners. Helium leak testing ensures fuel systems, exhaust components, and air conditioning systems meet strict safety standards. When you need to find the tiniest leak in an EVAP system or verify airbag inflation systems work flawlessly, helium’s unique properties make it the go-to choice for precision testing.

But quality control goes deeper than just leak detection. Nitrogen plays a considerable role in tire curing processes, while hydrogen assists in heat-treating operations that make engine components stronger and more durable. These aren’t just nice-to-have processes—they’re what separate reliable vehicles from potential problems down the road. With our expert KnowHow™, we help automotive manufacturers set up testing protocols that catch issues before they become costly recalls or safety concerns.

Specialized Applications in Electric Vehicle Production

Electric vehicles are changing everything about how cars get made, and the gas requirements are evolving right along with them. EV manufacturing demands specialized processes like ultrasonic cable welding for high-voltage systems and precision welding for battery components. These require ultra-pure gases and exact specifications to handle the unique challenges of electric powertrains.

Battery tray manufacturing, heat exchanger assembly, and mounting bracket fabrication all need different gas solutions than conventional vehicle production. The higher voltages and specialized materials in EVs mean every weld has to be perfect, every connection has to be reliable. That’s where our automotive industry expertise really shines. We understand that EV production is about pioneering new processes that help manufacturers Forge Forward into the future of transportation.

Partnership That Drives Results

The automotive industry moves fast, and your gas supply needs to keep pace. That’s why successful manufacturers build partnerships with suppliers who understand their specific challenges. Whether you’re dealing with high-volume production schedules, strict quality requirements, or the latest EV technologies, having the right team behind you makes all the difference. Our nexTrack system ensures you get what you need, when you need it, with complete visibility into your supply chain.

From helping you optimize welding parameters to setting up leak testing protocols, our team brings decades of automotive industry experience to every project. Ready to see how the right gas solutions can streamline your production and improve your bottom line? Contact nexAir today and discover what true partnership in automotive manufacturing looks like.