Can Delivered Nitrogen (cylinders or bulk tanks) Provide the Consistency Your Operation Needs?
Delivered nitrogen, whether supplied in cylinders or bulk tanks, offers a familiar, ready‑to‑use option, but it also comes with ongoing costs, logistics, and supply‑chain dependencies. Before deciding if it’s the right fit, it’s important to understand the advantages and limitations of relying on delivered gas.
Pros
- No upfront equipment investment
- Simple to start using
- Widely available
Cons
High ongoing costs (rental fees, delivery charges, price fluctuations)
Risk of supply interruptions
Purity inconsistency as cylinders empty
Safety concerns with cylinder handling and storage
No control over moisture, oil vapor, or particulate contamination introduced downstream
Delivered gas may start pure, but once it enters your facility’s piping, it’s vulnerable to contamination without proper treatment.
On-site Nitrogen Generation: What You Gain and What to Consider
Onsite nitrogen generation gives food manufacturers complete control over purity, flow, and cost. Instead of relying on deliveries, nitrogen is produced on demand using compressed air and membrane or PSA technology.
Pros
Consistent purity tailored to MAP requirements
Significant cost savings (often 50–90% vs delivered gas)
No deliveries, no contracts, no supply interruptions
Improved safety with no cylinder handling
Scalable for changing production needs
Cons
Requires upfront investment
Needs proper air treatment to ensure purity
And that last point, air treatment, is exactly where many systems fall short.
On-site Nitrogen Generation Solutions
Stop dealing with delivery schedules, rising gas costs, and supply interruptions. Our onsite nitrogen generation solutions give you a reliable, self‑sufficient source of high‑purity nitrogen, ready when you need it, without the logistical headaches of cylinders or bulk deliveries.
