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    How nexAir Serves a Wide Variety of Industries

    Whether you’re in the operating room getting ready for surgery, on an oil rig finishing up a weld, or operating a fully automated CNC configuration, you need products that work flawlessly every time. 

    When they don’t work, you can’t either. That is why, at nexAir, we are committed to providing equipment, gases, and services that not only exceed regulations, but also expectations.

    In this article, you’ll understand just how far our reach is, and why we work tirelessly to provide the best products and services to as many businesses as possible. 

     

    Our Approach

    We believe that true growth comes from embracing upgrades in technology and constantly bettering yourself in every domain. We’ve achieved this because of our focus and determination to serve as many industries as possible. 

    Our approach is three-fold: Keeping up with the latest technology, the market demands of every industry we serve and constantly evolving in our own practices. 

    We not only provide high-quality products to all of the industries we serve, but we are also committed to staying well-trained and educated on everything each industry requires to get the most out of the products we provide. What keeps us going is ensuring that our clients are efficient and ahead of the game.

     

    The Industries We Serve

    Aerospace

    We provide a reliable supply of test and manufacturing gases for the aerospace industries. The specialty gases consist of argon, nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen and many more.

    Automotive

    We really emphasize our focus on getting you machinery and gases that will ensure that every seam, cut and part is the same across your manufacturing line. After all, that is the most important aspect of the automotive industry. 

    Chemical

    When it comes to chemical testing and manufacturing processes, look no further than our team of professional chemists. Creating gases in our own lab, we supply all industry standard gases to you. 

    Construction

    Highrises. Baseball stadiums. Warehouses. Housing. You can rely on our people’s KnowHow to help you find and use the right materials for your construction projects, regardless of the various specifications and needs of your jobsite.

    Diving

    You can breathe easier now that you have the proper gas, no matter how deep you go. We bolster your need to explore by crafting the right mix of gases to help you go beyond normal depths when diving. 

    Electronics Production

    Recharge your businesses and turn up your production by partnering with nexAir.

    Energy

    Energize your supply chain with our lab mixed gases, our industry knowledge of installation, and deep understanding of energy sources. 

    Food & Beverage

    In the food industry, we know that your company relies heavily on high-quality blast chilling, flash freezing, and modified atmosphere packaging (MAP). You’re in the service industry, and for you, so are we.

    Here’s the other industries we serve with not just top notch products, equipment and machinery, but also the best service, maintenance and knowledge: 

    Foundry

    Healthcare

    Maintenance

    Manufacturing

    Plastics

    Shipbuilding

    Universities & Scientific Research

    Welding & Metal Fabrication

     

    Our KnowHow 

    We serve a wide range of industries, so whether you’re taking flight, saving lives, or laying the groundwork for tomorrow, we can help. No matter your industry and your needs, we have the tools and the KnowHow™ to achieve your goals.

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    Manufacturing downtime costs American companies billions annually. When production lines halt due to gas supply issues, every minute translates to lost revenue, missed deadlines, and frustrated customers. At nexAir, we've spent decades developing solutions that keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

    The Hidden Costs of Gas-Related Downtime

    When manufacturers calculate downtime costs, they typically focus on labor and lost production. However, gas supply disruptions create cascading effects that multiply these losses:

    • Production rescheduling that disrupts carefully optimized sequences
    • Rush shipping fees to meet customer deadlines despite delays
    • Quality inconsistencies when processes restart after interruptions
    • Overtime costs to catch up after unplanned stoppages
    • Reputation damage when delivery commitments are missed

    For a typical mid-sized manufacturer, each hour of downtime represents $5,000-$10,000 in direct and indirect costs. Our analysis shows that gas-related issues cause 7-12% of total manufacturing downtime - a substantial opportunity for improvement.

    From Reactive to Proactive: The Supply Continuum

    Most facilities follow a predictable pattern in their gas management evolution:

    Stage 1: Reactive Management At this stage, facilities order gas when they notice supplies running low or, worse, after running out. Emergencies are common, and disruptions are accepted as "part of doing business." One automotive parts supplier operating this way experienced 14 production interruptions in a single quarter.

    Stage 2: Calendar-Based Management Facilities advance to scheduled deliveries based on estimated usage. While better than the reactive approach, this method still results in either excess inventory (tying up capital and space) or shortages when usage spikes occur. A plastics manufacturer following this model maintained 40% more cylinder inventory than necessary while still experiencing occasional stockouts.

    Stage 3: Consumption-Based Management Our telemetry systems monitor actual gas consumption, automatically triggering orders based on usage patterns rather than calendar dates. This approach virtually eliminates both stockouts and excess inventory. 

    Stage 4: Integrated Supply Management The most advanced approach connects gas management directly to production planning systems. Upcoming production requirements automatically adjust supply parameters, ensuring resources are precisely aligned with needs. A medical device manufacturer using this approach reports zero gas-related downtime for 27 consecutive months while operating with minimal inventory buffers.

    Our expert KnowHow™ in industrial gas applications allows us to guide customers through this evolution at a pace that makes sense for their operations.

    Customizing Solutions for Maximum Uptime

    Manufacturing environments vary dramatically in their gas requirements and operational constraints. We've developed flexible approaches that address these differences:

    • For high-volume, consistent usage operations, our bulk systems eliminate the cylinder handling that frequently causes supply disruptions. Bulk installations include telemetry monitoring and automated ordering to prevent outages.
    • For variable-demand environments, our microbulk delivery systems provide the benefits of bulk supply with lower volume commitments. These systems reduce handling requirements while maintaining the flexibility needed for changing production schedules.
    • For specialized applications requiring multiple gas types, our gas management programs combine cylinder tracking, usage monitoring, and automated replenishment. This comprehensive approach ensures that specialty gases are always available when needed, regardless of how infrequently they might be used.
    • For multi-site operations, our enterprise supply programs coordinate deliveries and optimize inventory across locations. By treating the organization's gas requirements holistically, we minimize both stockouts and excess inventory across the network.

    This consultative approach ensures that manufacturers receive solutions aligned with their specific operational patterns rather than generic "one-size-fits-all" systems.

    Beyond Traditional Supply: Integrated Services for Total Reliability

    Maximum uptime requires more than just reliable gas delivery. Our integrated services address the full spectrum of gas-related reliability factors:

    Equipment maintenance programs that prevent system failures before they impact production Technical gas specialists who resolve application issues that could otherwise cause production problems Safety training that prevents accidents leading to downtime events Emergency response capabilities that minimize impacts when unexpected events occur Supply chain redundancy that ensures continuity despite regional disruptions

    These services complement our supply solutions to form a comprehensive reliability strategy. By addressing both everyday operations and exceptional circumstances, we help manufacturers Forge Forward with confidence that gas-related disruptions won't derail their production targets.

    Measuring Success: The Results That Matter

    The ultimate measure of any downtime reduction strategy is its impact on production metrics. Our manufacturing customers consistently report significant improvements after implementing our comprehensive gas management solutions:

    Downtime reductions of 85-95% for gas-related issues Inventory cost decreases of 20-30% through optimized supply management Administrative time savings of 5-10 hours weekly through automated ordering and tracking Production schedule adherence improvements of 3-7% due to improved supply reliability

    These performance gains translate directly to bottom-line benefits that typically deliver ROI within months rather than years. More importantly, they allow manufacturers to confidently make delivery commitments, knowing that gas supply issues won't compromise their ability to perform.

    Don't let gas supply issues impact your productivity. Contact us today to explore our tailored solutions.

    Looking out for your future

    Get your career going on the right track with nexAir

    Industry Knowledge and Expertise

    Find out how nexAir KnowHow has impacted businesses all over the Southeast

    nexAir in the news

    Our expertise makes us more than a valuable partner, it makes us headlines

    nexAir is always open!