Supporting Brewery Operations: Gas Supply Solutions by nexAir
The art of brewing requires more than just quality ingredients and skilled craftsmanship. It demands precise control over every aspect of the process, including the gases used throughout production. nexAir’s specialized gas supply solutions are designed to elevate brewery operations, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency from fermentation to tap.
CO2: The Lifeblood of Carbonation
Carbon dioxide is crucial in brewing, responsible for the effervescence that defines many beer styles. Recognizing its importance, nexAir delivers high-purity CO2 tailored to the brewing industry’s exacting standards. Our CO2 supply systems are designed to accommodate breweries of all sizes, from small craft operations to large-scale facilities, ensuring each receives the precise volume needed for their production.
We offer bulk CO2 storage solutions with automated monitoring, ensuring a consistent supply without the need for frequent deliveries. For smaller breweries, our cylinder exchange programs provide flexibility and convenience.
Nitrogen: Crafting the Perfect Pour
Nitrogen gas is vital in creating the creamy texture and cascading effect in certain beer styles, particularly stouts and nitro beers. nexAir supplies food-grade nitrogen and offers custom blending services to achieve the perfect nitrogen-CO2 mix for each beer recipe.
Our nitrogen generators provide an on-site solution for breweries looking to reduce their reliance on delivered gases. These systems offer a cost-effective and reliable source of high-purity nitrogen, tailored to each brewery’s specific needs.
Specialty Gases for Quality Control
Breweries rely on precise analytical techniques to maintain consistency and quality. nexAir provides a range of specialty gases and gas mixtures for laboratory use, including:
- Calibration gases for gas chromatography
- Pure gases for spectrophotometry
- Custom blends for specific analytical needs
Our certified reference materials ensure accurate and reliable quality control processes, helping breweries maintain the highest standards of product consistency.
Innovative Packaging Solutions
nexAir’s expertise extends to packaging operations. We offer gas blending systems for modified atmosphere packaging, helping extend packaged beer’s shelf life while maintaining their flavor profile.
For breweries exploring canning operations, we provide liquid nitrogen dosing systems. These systems add a drop of liquid nitrogen to each can before sealing, creating an internal pressure that enhances can stability and helps preserve beer freshness.
Sustainable Practices in Gas Supply
Recognizing the brewing industry’s growing focus on sustainability, nexAir has developed eco-friendly gas supply solutions. We offer CO2 recapture systems that collect and purify CO2 produced during fermentation, allowing breweries to reuse this gas.
Our route optimization and bulk delivery options help reduce the carbon footprint of gas transportation. We also provide energy-efficient gas generation and purification systems that align with breweries’ sustainability goals.
Comprehensive Support and Training
nexAir’s commitment to brewery operations goes beyond gas supply. We offer comprehensive training programs on gas handling, safety protocols, and system maintenance. Our team of experts provides ongoing support, helping breweries optimize their gas usage and troubleshoot any issues.
We conduct regular site assessments to ensure that gas systems are operating at peak efficiency and identify improvement opportunities. This proactive approach helps breweries avoid downtime and maintain consistent production quality.
Tailored Solutions for Craft Breweries
Craft breweries often face unique challenges due to their scale and diverse product offerings. nexAir works closely with craft brewers to develop flexible gas supply solutions that can adapt to changing production needs and experimental brewing processes.
Our modular gas systems allow craft breweries to scale their operations without significant infrastructure changes. We also offer mobile gas solutions for breweries participating in festivals or operating temporary tasting rooms.
Forge Forward with Advancing Brewing Technology
From experimenting with hop aromatics extraction using supercritical CO2 to developing new gas blends for unique flavor profiles, nexAir is committed to pushing the boundaries of brewing innovation. As the brewing industry evolves, new styles and techniques are emerging regularly. nexAir’s gas supply solutions are designed to support this innovation, providing breweries with the tools they need to create exceptional beers consistently and efficiently.
Ready to elevate your brewing operations with precision gas management? Contact nexAir today to discuss how our expert KnowHow™ and tailored gas supply solutions can enhance your brewery’s efficiency, quality, and innovation. Let’s work together to craft the perfect gas management strategy for your unique brewing needs.
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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.
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