Rubber/Plastics News Releaseshttp://www.airproducts.com/rss-listings/rubber-plastics.aspxThe Latest Rubbers/Plastics News Releases from Air Productsen{D7351936-8519-4939-873F-72D2E0B9E22B}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2016/02/0215-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gases.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p>Effective March 1, 2016, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: <a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Up to 20% for liquid argon</li> <li>Up to 15% for liquid and bulk hydrogen</li> <li>Up to 10% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid and bulk helium, and liquid carbon dioxide&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on specific situations.<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp;<br /> These adjustments are in response to the cost impact associated with the significant slowdown in the steel market, and increasing operational and delivery costs associated with specific regional supply and demand imbalances in order to meet customer needs. In addition to covering increases in operating expenses, Air Products continues to make significant investments aimed at improving the reliability, security, safety, and the efficiency of its operations.<br /> <br /> <em>NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2015.</em></p>Mon, 15 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500{1BC9E435-C812-4A0B-8A4D-E5F9079E3836}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/11/1105-versum-materials-is-selected-name-for-materials-technologies-business-spin-off-of-air-products.aspxVersum Materials is the Selected Name for the Materials Technologies Business Spin-off of Air Products <p>Versum Materials has been selected as the new company name for the Materials Technologies business of Air Products (NYSE: APD). Air Products announced plans in September for a tax-free spin-off of this business to U.S. shareholders on or before September 2016.<br /> <br /> Derived from the Latin word for &ldquo;toward,&rdquo; the name &ldquo;Versum&rdquo; communicates the new company&rsquo;s ability to continuously move toward materials, which is core to its own business, and provide cutting-edge solutions and innovation. The name also communicates the company&rsquo;s critical role in helping customers advance their products and businesses by providing market-leading technology, innovation and valuable, reliable service.<br /> <br /> &ldquo;This is an exciting time as these Materials Technologies market-leading businesses move closer to becoming a separate publicly-owned and traded company with a distinct identity, brand and purpose. Once complete, this separation will provide our new shareholders with ownership in two leading and focused companies while offering the opportunity to value our Industrial Gases and Materials Technologies businesses independently,&rdquo; said <a target="_blank" href="http://www.airproducts.com/Company/about-us/leadership/executives/seifi-ghasemi.aspx">Seifi Ghasemi</a>, chairman, president and chief executive officer (CEO) at Air Products. Upon completion of the separation, Ghasemi will continue his role with Air Products and also become the non-executive chairman of Versum Materials. </p> <p>As previously announced, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.airproducts.com/Company/about-us/leadership/executives/guillermo-novo.aspx">Guillermo Novo</a>, currently the executive vice president of Materials Technologies, will become Versum Materials&rsquo; CEO at the completion of the spin-off. &ldquo;We look forward to the opportunity to operate as an independent, specialty materials company under the name of Versum Materials. We will take some of the culture of our heritage with Air Products and build on it in our own core marketplace. As we move forward, we aim to deliver profitable growth to Versum Materials&rsquo; shareholders by innovating for our customers, maximizing our profitability and driving to realize our strong growth prospects, while continuing to rapidly respond to changing market dynamics,&rdquo; said Novo.</p> <p>&ldquo;As our new name suggests, we will help our customers and employees move &lsquo;toward&rsquo; their goals with confidence and purpose. From the electronics industry to the performance materials end markets we serve, we&rsquo;re passionate about working closely with customers to help advance their products and technologies around the world,&rdquo; added Novo.</p> <p>Additional details about Versum Materials&rsquo; progress toward becoming a new company will become available at airproducts.com while the new company&rsquo;s website is developed.</p> <p>Air Products&rsquo; Materials Technologies business is global, delivering specialty solutions focused within niche markets, holding leading positions in most of its end-markets and focused on innovation-driven solutions. For fiscal year 2015, Materials Technologies had sales of approximately $2.1 billion and EBITDA margins in excess of 27%.</p> <p>The business employs approximately 3,300 employees and operates in more than 12 countries across the globe. Its Electronic Materials Division provides tailored solutions and materials to customers in the semiconductor industry, while the Performance Materials Division provides epoxy additives, polyurethane additives and specialty additives to the construction, composites, adhesives, coatings and other industries. <br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products </strong><br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a world-leading Industrial Gases company celebrating 75 years of operation. The company&rsquo;s core Industrial Gases business provides atmospheric and process gases and related equipment to manufacturing markets, including refining and petrochemical, metals, electronics, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the world&rsquo;s leading supplier of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The company&rsquo;s Materials Technologies business, which Air Products intends to spin-off by September 2016, serves the semiconductor, polyurethanes, cleaning and coatings, and adhesives industries. <br /> <br /> The company had fiscal 2015 sales of $9.9 billion and was ranked number 284 on the Fortune 500 annual list of public companies. Approximately 20,000 employees in 50 countries strive to make Air Products the world&rsquo;s safest and best performing Industrial Gases company, providing sustainable offerings and excellent service to all customers. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>.</p> <p><em>This news release contains &ldquo;forward-looking statements&rdquo; within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about Air Products&rsquo; plans for completion of the spin-off, the expected benefits of the spin-off, the tax-free nature of the spin-off, the prospects for the Materials Technologies business following the spin-off and the timing of the transaction. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release. Actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed herein because of many factors not anticipated by management, including, without limitation, Air Products&rsquo; ability to obtain regulatory approvals necessary for the spin-off, Materials Technologies&rsquo; ability to fully realize the anticipated benefits of the spin-off, transaction costs, unknown liabilities, general economic and business conditions that may affect the proposed spin-off and the execution thereof, changes in capital market conditions, Air Products&rsquo; decision not to consummate the spin-off due to market, economic or other events, unfavorable economic conditions affecting the markets served by and/or the continuing profitability of the Materials Technologies business and other risk factors described in Air&nbsp;Products' Form 10-K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2014. Air Products disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained in this news release to reflect any change in assumptions, beliefs or expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances upon which any such forward-looking statements are based. </em><br /> <br /> </p>Thu, 05 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500{732C7F8D-4060-4DEA-BCC8-353E58DF2367}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/10/1005-air-products-to-showcase-gas-based-technologies-at-international-elastomer-conference.aspxAir Products to Showcase Industrial Gas-Based Technologies for Elastomer Manufacturing at International Elastomer Conference<p>Air Products (NYSE:<a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) will showcase its range of PolarFit&reg; Cryogenic Solutions for elastomer manufacturing at the International Elastomer Conference (Rubber Expo) in Cleveland, Ohio, from October 12-15. As a recognized leader in cryogenic technology applications, Air Products provides liquid nitrogen-based technologies that can help elastomer manufacturers lower costs and increase productivity in their <a href="/~/media/downloads/c/consulting-services/data-sheets/en-consulting-services-datasheet-us.pdf?la=en" target="_blank">deflashing</a>, <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/Microsites/grinding-milling/polarfit-system-configurations.aspx" target="_blank">cryogenic grinding</a>, process cooling, and inerting applications. <br /> <br /> Conference attendees are invited to stop by Air Products booth 146 to speak with one of the company&rsquo;s industry specialists about their specific process challenges. With decades of experience and technical know-how, Air Products can work with customers to analyze and understand their entire process and recommend industrial gas-based technologies and process improvement solutions that can help optimize gas use, improve product quality, and reduce costs. <br /> <br /> Air Products also offers solutions that can help elastomer manufacturers grind more effectively and efficiently, particularly heat-sensitive or difficult-to-mill materials. With trial facilities located in Allentown, Pa., the company can run a customer&rsquo;s product on production-scale equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process and help quantify the benefits versus the cost. <br /> <br /> To learn more about Air Products&rsquo; PolarFit Cryogenic Solutions for the elastomer industry or the company&rsquo;s range of industrial gases&mdash;which are available in a variety of <a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">supply options</a> to match the requirements of every size customer efficiently and cost-effectively&mdash;call 800-654-4567, email <a href="mailto:gigmrktg@airproducts.com">gigmrktg@airproducts.com</a>, or visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/rubber">www.airproducts.com/rubber</a>. <br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products </strong><br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a leading industrial gases company. For nearly 75 years, the company has provided atmospheric, process and specialty gases, and related equipment to manufacturing markets including metals, food and beverage, refining and petrochemical, and natural gas liquefaction. Air Products&rsquo; materials technologies segment serves the semiconductor, polyurethanes, cleaning and coatings, and adhesives industries. Over 20,000 employees in 50 countries are working to make Air Products the world&rsquo;s safest and best performing industrial gases company, providing sustainable offerings and excellent service to all customers. In fiscal 2014, Air Products had sales of $10.4 billion and was ranked number 276 on the Fortune 500 annual list of public companies. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /> <br /> </p>Mon, 05 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400{66E8DD64-04BC-4564-B932-68A0D2F45802}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/09/0916-materials-technologies-announcement.aspxAir Products Announces Intent to Spin-Off Materials Technologies Business<ul> <li>Board of Directors Approves Move Consistent With Strategic Five-Point Plan</li> <li>Enables leading and focused Industrial Gas and Materials Technologies companies to leverage critical competencies</li> <li>Seifi Ghasemi to be non-executive chairman and Guillermo Novo to be CEO of the new company</li> <li>Conference call on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. ET</li> </ul> <p>Air Products (NYSE: <a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the intention to fully separate its Materials Technologies business via a tax-free spin-off to its shareholders. The targeted completion of the Materials Technologies spin-off is before September 2016, subject to typical regulatory approvals. Air Products will hold a conference call on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the spin-off (details below). <br /> <br /> &ldquo;I am very pleased that our Board of Directors has approved this strategic move. This separation will provide shareholders ownership in two leading and focused companies while providing the opportunity to value our Industrial Gases and Materials Technologies businesses independently. We believe a tax-free spin-off of the Materials Technologies business will create significant shareholder value,&rdquo; said <a href="/Company/about-us/leadership/seifi-ghasemi.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">Seifi Ghasemi</a>, chairman, president and chief executive officer (CEO) at Air Products. <br /> <br /> This strategic decision will allow Air Products&rsquo; Industrial Gases and the Materials Technologies businesses to leverage their respective critical competencies and enhance their competitive positions. The Company believes the result of the spin-off will be two best-in-class public companies with distinct business models, capital requirements and growth profiles. The spin-off decision was made after an extensive review examining the strategic options for the Materials Technologies business by Air Products&rsquo; Board of Directors and management.<br /> <br /> &ldquo;The intent to separate is consistent with our management philosophy and the five-point plan we have discussed on many occasions over the past year and emphasized at our Investor Conference. It will allow us to take another step in pursuit of our ultimate goal, to become the safest and most profitable industrial gas company in the world, providing excellent service to our customers,&rdquo; said Ghasemi.<br /> <br /> &ldquo;The timing for this action is excellent and we look forward to the opportunity to operate as a stand-alone company focused on specialty materials. We already have a portfolio of world-class businesses with leading positions and sustainable competitive advantages in attractive niche markets. Our management team has demonstrated the ability to innovate, improve our underlying performance and rapidly respond to changing market dynamics to deliver profitable growth,&rdquo; said <a href="/Company/about-us/leadership/guillermo-novo.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">Guillermo Novo</a>, executive vice president &ndash; Materials Technologies. <br /> <br /> Novo will be CEO of the yet-to-be-named company at the completion of the spin-off. Ghasemi will be the non-executive chairman of the new company, while maintaining his current roles as chairman, president and CEO of Air Products.<br /> <br /> <strong> Conference Call Details:</strong><br /> The teleconference on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. ET will be open to the public and the media in listen-only mode by telephone and Internet broadcast. <br /> <br /> <strong> Live teleconference: </strong> 719-325-4751 <br /> <strong> Passcode: </strong>4483419 <br /> <strong> Internet broadcast: </strong>Available on the <a href="http://investors.airproducts.com/phoenix.zhtml?p=irol-eventDetails&amp;c=92444&amp;eventID=5203505" target="_blank">Event Details</a> page on Air Products&rsquo; Investor Relations web site. <br /> <br /> <strong> Telephone replay:</strong> 888-203-1112 or 719-457-0820 (international)<br /> <strong> Passcode: </strong>4483419 <br /> This will be available from 1:00 p.m. ET on September 17 through 12:00 p.m. ET on September 24.<br /> <strong> Internet replay: </strong>Available on the <a href="http://investors.airproducts.com/phoenix.zhtml?p=irol-eventDetails&amp;c=92444&amp;eventID=5203505" target="_blank">Event Details</a> page on Air Products&rsquo; Investor Relations web site. <br /> <br /> <strong> About Air Products </strong><br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a leading industrial gases company. For nearly 75 years, the company has provided atmospheric, process and specialty gases, and related equipment to manufacturing markets including metals, food and beverage, refining and petrochemical, and natural gas liquefaction. Air Products&rsquo; materials technologies segment serves the semiconductor, polyurethanes, cleaning and coatings, and adhesives industries. Over 20,000 employees in 50 countries are working to make Air Products the world&rsquo;s safest and best performing industrial gases company, providing sustainable offerings and excellent service to all customers. In fiscal 2014, Air Products had sales of $10.4 billion and was ranked number 276 on the Fortune 500 annual list of public companies. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>.<br /> <br /> <em> This news release contains &ldquo;forward-looking statements&rdquo; within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 including statements about the Company&rsquo;s plans for completion of the spin-off, the expected benefits of the spin-off, the tax free nature of the spin off, the prospects for the independent companies following the spin-off and the timing of the transaction. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release. Actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including, without limitation, our ability to obtain regulatory approvals, our ability to fully realize the anticipated benefits of the spin-off, negative effects of the announcement or the consummation of the proposed spin-off on the market price of the company&rsquo;s common stock, significant transaction costs and or unknown liabilities, general economic and business conditions that affect the companies in connection with the proposed spin-off, changes in capital market conditions, future opportunities that the company&rsquo;s board may determine present greater potential to increase shareholder value, the ability of our companies to operate independently following the spin-off; and other risk factors described in the Company's Form 10-K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2014. The Company disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained in this document to reflect any change in assumptions, beliefs or expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances upon which any such forward-looking statements are based.</em></p>Wed, 16 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400{03FE0D8D-5EEA-4783-A2C2-1562184A21BF}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/09/0914-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gases.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p>Effective October 1, 2015, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: <a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of:</p> <ul> <li>Up to 20% for liquid <a href="/products/Gases/Argon.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">argon</a> and liquid <a href="/products/Gases/Carbon-Dioxide.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">carbon dioxide</a></li> <li>Up to 15% for liquid <a href="/products/Gases/Oxygen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">oxygen</a>, liquid <a href="/products/Gases/Nitrogen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">nitrogen</a>, liquid and bulk <a href="/products/Gases/Hydrogen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">hydrogen</a>&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 10% for liquid and bulk <a href="/products/Gases/Helium.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">helium</a>&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 10% for tank monthly service charges</li> </ul> Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on specific situations. <div>&nbsp; <div> <p>These price adjustments are in response to rising costs and will also support continued investments to improve the reliability, security, safety, and efficiency of operations.</p> <p><em>NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2014. </em></p> </div> </div>Mon, 14 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400{D755CEA4-8A86-4BFA-8417-F7FBBF00285D}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/03/0316-air-products-to-feature-industrial-gas-supply-options-and-advanced-gas-technologies-at-npe-2015.aspxAir Products to Feature Industrial Gas Supply Options and Advanced Gas Technologies for Plastics Manufacturing at NPE 2015<p>Air Products (NYSE:<a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) will feature its range of&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">industrial gases</a> and <a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">supply options</a>, as well as advanced gas technologies to help&nbsp;<a href="/industries/RubberPlastics/Plastics-Processing.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">plastics manufacturers</a> increase process efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality and safety, at NPE 2015 in Orlando, Fla., from March 23-27. <br /> <br /> NPE attendees can stop by booth S20174 to learn about Air Products&rsquo; broad range of industrial gases―including nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and argon―which the company offers in a variety of safe and reliable delivery options to economically match each customer&rsquo;s specific requirements. For small-volume users, Air Products&rsquo; microbulk solution eliminates the hassle of cylinder handling and change-out. For large-volume customers, the company provides traditional bulk liquid and gas supply, as well as its PRISM&reg; on-site gas generation systems. <br /> <br /> Air Products&rsquo; technical specialists can work with plastics manufacturers to help improve efficiency and safety in many of their processes, including <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit/index.asp" target="_blank">cryogenic grinding</a>; process cooling;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.airproducts.com/Microsites/purging-inerting-blanketing.aspx" target="_blank">inerting/blanketing</a> for combustible dust, flammable liquid processing, and pneumatic conveying; and gas assist molding. For plastics manufacturers considering cryogenic grinding, the company provides a number of solutions from consultative services to turn-key offerings that cover everything from design to installation of a complete cryogrinding system. Air Products has a testing lab in Allentown, Pa., where the company can run product on production-scale equipment to help plastics manufacturers determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their processes, quantify the cost versus benefits of using cryogenics, and optimize cryogrinding operations. <br /> <br /> In addition, Air Products offers computational modeling, safety training, and engineering and consulting services during project design, start-up, and ongoing operation. With a strong computational modeling center, the company can help plastics manufacturers improve their processes using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and other programs for the early conceptual studies of new designs, product development, scale-up, and troubleshooting. CFD can be particularly useful when designing inerting systems for combustible dust protection. <br /> <br /> To learn more about Air Products&rsquo; industrial gas supply options and advanced gas technologies for the plastics industry, call 800-654-4567 (mention code 4931) or visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/plastics">www.airproducts.com/plastics</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a leading industrial gases company. For nearly 75 years, the company has provided atmospheric, process and specialty gases, and related equipment to manufacturing markets including metals, food and beverage, refining and petrochemical, and natural gas liquefaction. Air Products&rsquo; materials technologies segment serves the semiconductor, polyurethanes, cleaning and coatings, and adhesives industries. Over 20,000 employees in 50 countries are working to make Air Products the world&rsquo;s safest and best performing industrial gases company, providing sustainable offerings and excellent service to all customers. In fiscal 2014, Air Products had sales of $10.4 billion and was ranked number 276 on the Fortune 500 annual list of public companies. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>. &nbsp;</p>Mon, 16 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0400{D74543F8-6BEC-4D8A-96A5-BC89515D3FD0}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2015/03/0302-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-argon-oxygen-nitrogen.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid Argon, Oxygen, Nitrogen and Monthly Service Charges<p>Effective March 15, 2015, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: <a href="/Company/news-center/2015/03/0302-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-argon-oxygen-nitrogen.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant industrial gas customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of: </p> <ul> <li>Up to 20% for liquid&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/Argon.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">argon</a> </li> <li>Up to 12% for liquid&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/Oxygen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">oxygen</a> and liquid&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/Nitrogen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">nitrogen</a> </li> <li>Up to 10% on monthly service charges </li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /> <br /> The price adjustments are in response to increased costs to reliably supply Air Products&rsquo; customers&rsquo; growing demand for industrial gases. In addition to higher operating costs for both production and delivery of industrial gas products, Air Products has also experienced increased costs for bulk tanks due to higher metal prices. <br /> <br /> <em>NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2014. </em></p>Mon, 02 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0500{2889ECBE-33AF-4C86-AF33-3A9EB273BECB}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2014/12/1215-air-products-helps-industries-maintain-safety-and-product-quality-with-new-inerting-microsite.aspxAir Products Helps Numerous Industries Maintain Safety and Product Quality with New Inerting, Blanketing and Purging Microsite<p><img width="216" height="263" style="float: left; margin-left: 6px; margin-right: 6px;" alt="Air Products' inerting, blanketing and purging microsite" align="left" src="/~/media/Images/inline/Company/news-center/2014/2014-12-15-inerting-microsite.jpg?la=en" />As evidenced by one of the best safety records in the industrial gas industry, Air Products (NYSE:<a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) believes nothing is more important than safety. In this spirit, the company has launched a new microsite to help a variety of industries protect the safety of their people and equipment, as well as maintain the quality of their products, with <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/Microsites/purging-inerting-blanketing.aspx?utm_campaign=NAM15_CPI_%20NewsRelease_Inerting&amp;utm_source=InertingMicrosite&amp;utm_medium=PR" target="_blank">nitrogen solutions for inerting, blanketing and purging</a>. <br /> <br /> The new microsite compiles in one place a range of technical and safety-related information&mdash;including videos, articles, mobile apps and more&mdash;to assist various industries in applying the best safety practices and selecting the optimum system for inerting, blanketing and purging in their own operations. The microsite describes many different methods to accomplish blanketing or purging of flammable or combustible materials and helps users choose the optimal method to meet their specific needs while minimizing their gas usage. <br /> <br /> In addition, Air Products can perform calculations ranging from mixture flammability and critical oxygen concentration limits using proprietary software to a full computational fluid dynamics (CFD) study. With over 20 years of experience in computational chemistry, CFD, process modeling, and optimization, the company can help customers determine safe operational conditions and recommend a solution to meet their needs. <br /> <br /> Air Products offers a complete range of nitrogen <a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">supply options</a>, ranging from delivered liquid to on-site nitrogen generation, to match each customer&rsquo;s specific requirements. The company&rsquo;s engineers have the technical know-how and applications experience necessary to recommend the most efficient and cost-effective supply mode based on a customer&rsquo;s volume, pressure, purity level, flow rate and operating pattern. <br /> <br /> To learn more about Air Products&rsquo; nitrogen solutions for inerting, blanketing and purging, visit the new microsite at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/inert2" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/inert2</a>. &nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a leading industrial gases company. For nearly 75 years, the company has provided atmospheric, process and specialty gases, and related equipment to manufacturing markets including metals, food and beverage, refining and petrochemical, and natural gas liquefaction. Air Products&rsquo; materials technologies segment serves the semiconductor, polyurethanes, cleaning and coatings, and adhesives industries. Over 20,000 employees in 50 countries are working to make Air Products the world&rsquo;s safest and best performing industrial gases company, providing sustainable offerings and excellent service to all customers. In fiscal 2014, Air Products had sales of $10.4 billion and was ranked number 276 on the Fortune 500 annual list of public companies. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>Mon, 15 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0500{DE56226D-4E9E-4E12-9DB3-5A3AC5B6E355}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2014/09/0915-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industiral-gases.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p>Effective October 1, 2014, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of: </p> <ul> <li>Up to 15% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid and bulk hydrogen, helium and bulk carbon monoxide</li> <li>Up to 20% for liquid carbon dioxide</li> <li>Up to 25% for liquid argon</li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /> <br /> The price adjustments are in response to several factors including supply and demand imbalances which drive-up production and product distribution costs, increases in operating expenses for natural gas and electrical power, plant maintenance, and employee labor and benefits. Additionally, Air Products continues to make significant investment in infrastructure, technologies, and productivity programs aimed at improving the reliability, safety, and cost efficiency of its operations. <br /> <br /> <em>NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2013. </em></p>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0400{4CC9F606-2B3F-4978-B14B-8A152727ACA9}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2014/08/0818-air-products-helps-processors-tackle-particle-size-reduction-challenges.aspxAir Products Helps Processors Tackle Particle Size Reduction Challenges<p>Particle size reduction can present challenges to processors in industries such as rubber, plastics, food, pharmaceuticals, and others, particularly when working with heat-sensitive and tough-to-mill materials. As a recognized leader in cryogenic grinding, Air Products (NYSE: <a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx" target="_blank">APD</a>) has created a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.airproducts.com/grind3" target="_blank">microsite</a> aimed at helping processors overcome these challenges and optimize their overall operation. For more than 40 years, Air Products engineers have helped processors identify the best solution for a variety applications, including nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, pigments, plastics, powder, spices, and thermoplastic elastomers and waxes. <br /> <br /> The new cryogenic grinding microsite provides technical information about Air Products&rsquo; <a href="~/media/53751CE5387A4B5190606C15BBBC7202.ashx">PolarFit&reg; Cryogenic Size Reduction Solutions</a>&mdash;which use liquid nitrogen to cool down feed material prior to and/or during milling&mdash;and includes illustrations that show the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.airproducts.com/Microsites/grinding-milling/polarfit-system-configurations.aspx" target="_blank">size reduction system configurations</a> offered by the company. The microsite also contains some short videos that explain how exposing material to liquid nitrogen can help prevent melting or decomposition, or achieve embrittlement, resulting in a higher yield of particles in the desired target range, more uniform particle size distribution, higher production rates, improved product quality, and enhanced process safety due to the nitrogen inertness. <br /> <br /> The range of offerings available from Air Products includes turnkey cryogenic grinding systems, as well as individual components to retrofit an existing process; liquid nitrogen supply, which is available in a variety of&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">delivery options</a> to economically meet small- to large-volume requirements; and value-added services, such as technical assessments/improvements of existing milling systems and optimization of liquid nitrogen use. Air Products also has trial facilities located in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, where customers can test their products to determine the potential benefits of using cryogenics in their grinding processes. <br /> <br /> To learn more, visit Air Products&rsquo; new cryogenic grinding microsite at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.airproducts.com/grind3" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/grind3</a> or call the company at 800-654-4567 (mention code 4008). <br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. Recognized as one of the world&rsquo;s most innovative companies by both Thomson Reuters and Forbes magazine, more than 21,000 employees in over 50 countries supply effective solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2013, Air Products had sales of $10.2 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>. &nbsp;</p>Mon, 18 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400{6858A251-0CA7-4D5F-B3B3-709092503E5F}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2014/04/0428-la-division-generateurs-de-gaz-sur-site-dair-products-communique-via-linkedin.aspxLa Division Generateurs de Gaz sur Site d’Air Products Communique via LinkedIn<p>Plus que jamais avide de partager ses connaissances et de dialoguer en temps r&eacute;el avec ses clients et prospects, Air Products -leader de la production de gaz industriels sur site avec son offre PRISM&reg; - a ouvert le 11 d&eacute;cembre 2013 une &laquo; Showcase &raquo; page d&eacute;di&eacute;e &agrave; cette activit&eacute; sur LinkedIn. <br /> <br /> <img width="215" height="206" style="float: left; margin-left: 6px; margin-right: 6px;" alt="La division Generateurs de Gax sur site d'Air Products communique via LinkedIn " align="left" src="/~/media/Images/inline/Company/news-center/2014/20140428-gen-gas-linkedin-site.jpg?la=en" />Les r&eacute;seaux sociaux font d&eacute;sormais partie int&eacute;grante du paysage m&eacute;diatique et comptent parmi nos sources d&rsquo;informations quotidiennes au m&ecirc;me titre que les supports de presse traditionnels. Certaines plates-formes conviennent n&eacute;anmoins mieux &agrave; un dialogue entre professionnels. C&rsquo;est le cas de LinkedIn, choisi de ce fait par Air Products qui souhaitait s&rsquo;adresser &agrave; un public qualifi&eacute; et avide avant tout d&rsquo;informations techniques. <br /> <br /> L&rsquo;&eacute;quipe Generated Gases du groupe publie donc d&eacute;sormais chaque jeudi via sa page PRISM&reg; On-site gas generation un post Hebdomadaire en anglais (et dans certains cas en Fran&ccedil;ais) sur toutes sortes de sujets qu&rsquo;elle juge pertinents pour ses &laquo; followers &raquo;: des t&eacute;moignages clients, des articles sur les bonnes pratiques industrielles, (notamment en mati&egrave;re de s&eacute;curit&eacute;) comme sur les tendances et &eacute;volutions du march&eacute;. <br /> <br /> En 4 mois, cette page a su trouver son audience. Elle compte plus de 360 abonn&eacute;s &agrave; ce jour et g&eacute;n&egrave;re pr&egrave;s de 4000 impressions par jour. <br /> <br /> Pour d&eacute;couvrir la page, rendez-vous sur :&nbsp;<a href="http://linkd.in/1fpo21p" target="_blank">http://linkd.in/1fpo21p</a> et cliquez sur &lsquo;Follow&rsquo; ou &lsquo;Suivre&rsquo;. <br /> <br /> <em><strong>A propos d'Air Products <br /> </strong>Air Products (NYSE : APD) fournit des gaz de l'air, des gaz de proc&eacute;d&eacute;s et des gaz sp&eacute;ciaux, ainsi que des technologies, des &eacute;quipements et des mat&eacute;riaux haute performance. Depuis plus de 70 ans, la soci&eacute;t&eacute; permet &agrave; ses clients d'augmenter la productivit&eacute;, l'efficacit&eacute; &eacute;nerg&eacute;tique et la durabilit&eacute;. Reconnue comme l'une des soci&eacute;t&eacute;s les plus innovantes par Thomson Reuters et le magazine Forbes, la soci&eacute;t&eacute; Air Products compte 21 000 employ&eacute;s r&eacute;partis dans plus de 50 pays. Ils proposent des solutions d'approvisionnement efficaces d&eacute;di&eacute;es &agrave; l'&eacute;nergie, &agrave; l'environnement et &agrave; des march&eacute;s &eacute;mergents, tels que les mat&eacute;riaux semi-conducteurs, l'hydrog&egrave;ne de raffinerie, la gaz&eacute;ification du charbon, la liqu&eacute;faction du gaz naturel, ainsi que les rev&ecirc;tements et adh&eacute;sifs issus de technologies de pointe. Au cours de l'exercice 2013, les ventes d'Air Products ont atteint 10,2 milliards de dollars. Pour plus de renseignements, rendez-vous sur </em><a href="http://www.airproducts.fr"><em>www.airproducts.fr</em></a><em>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>A propos des syst&egrave;mes de production de gaz PRISM&reg;</strong> <br /> Leader de la production et de la purification des gaz, Air Products propose des syst&egrave;mes de production de gaz PRISM&reg; en s&rsquo;appuyant sur des technologies perfectionn&eacute;es et &eacute;prouv&eacute;es pour la fourniture d&rsquo;oxyg&egrave;ne, d&rsquo;azote et d&rsquo;hydrog&egrave;ne. <br /> <br /> Les g&eacute;n&eacute;rateurs de gaz sur site PRISM&reg; proposent les syst&egrave;mes &agrave; membrane, VSA, PSA, tout comme les installations cryog&eacute;niques. C&rsquo;est pourquoi, qu&rsquo;un industriel ait besoin d&rsquo;une puret&eacute; &agrave; 95%, 99,5% ou 99,9995%, d&rsquo;un d&eacute;bit faible ou &eacute;lev&eacute;, d&rsquo;oxyg&egrave;ne, d&rsquo;azote ou d&rsquo;hydrog&egrave;ne, Air Products dispose de la technologie et de l&rsquo;expertise qui permettent de mettre en &oelig;uvre le mode d&rsquo;approvisionnement en gaz le plus fiable, le plus optimis&eacute; et le plus &eacute;conomique. <br /> <br /> Pour en savoir plus sur cette technologie, rendez-vous sur :&nbsp;</em><a href="http://www.airproducts.fr/~/media/Files/PDF/products/supply-options/gas-generation/fr-FR-prism-gas-generation-systems.pdf" target="_blank"><em>www.airproducts.fr/~/media/Files/PDF/products/supply-options/gas-generation/fr-FR-prism-gas-generation-systems.pdf</em></a><em>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> <br /> REMARQUE : ce communiqu&eacute; peut comporter des &laquo; &eacute;nonc&eacute;s prospectifs &raquo; mentionn&eacute;s au sens des dispositions refuge du Private Securities Litigation Reform Act de 1995. Ces &eacute;nonc&eacute;s prospectifs sont bas&eacute;s sur les attentes et les hypoth&egrave;ses raisonnables de la direction quant &agrave; d'importants facteurs de risque au moment de la publication. </em></p>Mon, 28 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400{3D86148F-ADC0-4AA9-BA9E-EB5E5D58F423}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2014/04/0424-air-products-to-feature-industrial-gas-supply-options-and-advanced-gas-technologies-at-ptxi.aspxAir Products to Feature Its Range of Industrial Gas Supply Options and Advanced Gas Technologies at PTXi 2014<p>Air Products (NYSE:<a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">APD</a>) will highlight its range of&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">industrial gas supply options</a> and advanced gas technologies, which can help manufacturers increase process efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality and safety, at PTXi 2014 in Rosemont, Ill., from May 6-8. <br /> <br /> PTXi attendees are invited to stop by booth 3018 to learn about Air Products&rsquo; broad range of industrial gases―including nitrogen, oxygen, and argon―which are available in a variety of safe and reliable delivery options to match each customer&rsquo;s specific requirements. For small-volume users, the company offers a microbulk solution that eliminates the hassle of cylinder handling and change-out. For large-volume customers, Air Products provides traditional bulk liquid and gas supply, as well as its PRISM&reg; on-site gas generation systems. The company also has a fast and flexible option for emergency or short-term gas supply needs through its Air Products Express Services. <br /> <br /> As a leading industrial gas supplier and&nbsp;<a href="/industries/RubberPlastics.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">advanced solutions</a> provider, Air Products&rsquo; technical specialists can work with manufacturers to help improve efficiency and safety in many processes, including cryogenic grinding, process cooling, inerting/blanketing for both combustible dust and flammable liquid processing, gas assist molding, and more. For manufacturers who are looking to use cryogenic grinding, the company can provide a number of solutions from consultative services to turn-key offerings that cover everything from design to installation of a complete cryogrinding system. Air Products also has a testing lab in Allentown, Pa. where the company can run product on production-scale equipment to help manufacturers determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their processes, quantify the cost versus benefits of using cryogenics, and optimize cryogrinding operations. <br /> <br /> Air Products offers additional services such as computational modeling, safety training, and engineering and consulting services during project design, start-up, and ongoing operation. With a strong computational modeling center, the company can help manufacturers improve their processes using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Kinetics and Reactor Modeling, and other programs for the early conceptual studies of new designs, detailed product development, scale-up, troubleshooting, or system retrofitting. CFD can be particularly useful when designing inerting systems for combustible dust protection. <br /> <br /> Also at PTXi, Air Products&rsquo; applications manager, Nancy Easterbrook, will participate in a panel discussion addressing &ldquo;Common Challenges in Chemical Handling&rdquo; on Wednesday, May 7, from 3:15-4:45 p.m. In addition, Dr. Xiaoyi He, research associate, will be part of a keynote technology panel that will discuss &ldquo;Computational Fluid Dynamics in Today&rsquo;s Bulk Solids Handling&rdquo; on Thursday, May 8, from 9-10 a.m. Both sessions will be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. <br /> <br /> To learn more about Air Products&rsquo; industrial gas supply options and advanced gas technologies, call 800-654-4567 (mention code 3120) or visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/cryogenics">www.airproducts.com/cryogenics</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. Recognized as one of the world&rsquo;s most innovative companies by both Thomson Reuters and Forbes magazine, more than 21,000 employees in over 50 countries supply effective solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2013, Air Products had sales of $10.2 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>. &nbsp;</p>Thu, 24 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0400{CEEED22D-C749-4492-8806-D1FC8304C20F}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/12/1201-air-products-announces-price-increases-for-polyurethane-additives-in-asia-chinese.aspx空气产品公司宣布在亚洲区提高聚氨酯添加剂销售价格<p>空气产品公司(纽约证券交易所代码: APD ) 今天宣布从今天起,将提高亚洲区Dabco&reg; Crystal三乙烯二氨催化剂以及部分Polycat&reg;催化剂销售价格,涨幅为可达到10%。 <br /> <br /> <strong>关于空气产品公司</strong> <br /> 空气产品公司(Air Products, 纽约证券交易所代码:APD)提供空分、工艺和特种气体,功能材料,相关设备及技术。70多年来,公司一直帮助客户提高生产效率和能源效益,以实现可持续性发展。空气产品公司同时被汤森路透和福布斯杂志评为全球最具创新力企业之一,其遍布全球50多个国家和地区的 20000多名员工为能源、环境和新兴市场提供有效的解决方案,包括半导体材料、加氢炼化、煤气化、天然气液化以及先进的涂料和粘合剂等。2013财年度,空气产品公司的销售额为102亿美元。欲获得更多信息,请登陆公司中文网站:<a href="http://www.airproducts.com.cn">www.airproducts.com.cn</a>。&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <em>注释:此新闻稿中可能包含1995年《私人证券诉讼改革法案》中所界定的一些前瞻性陈述。这些前瞻性陈述基于本新闻稿发布日期时管理层关于重大风险因素的预期和假设所作出。由于管理层可能没有预期到一些因素,请以实际情况为准,这些因素包括公司10K表中的风险因素,因为本财年已于2013年9月30日结束。</em> <br /> <br /> <strong>媒体垂询</strong>: <br /> 博达公关上海办事处 <br /> 联系人:常东升 <br /> 电话:(8621) 62893488&ndash;15 <br /> 邮件: <a href="mailto:diana.chang@ebacomms.com">diana.chang@ebacomms.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>Sun, 01 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500{7EB27450-FA31-462F-B9CA-AA0F9B0818DD}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/10/1001-air-products-to-highlight-industrial-gas-based-technologies-for-elastomer-manufacturing.aspxAir Products to Highlight Industrial Gas-Based Technologies for Elastomer Manufacturing at International Elastomer Conference<p>Air Products (NYSE:APD) will highlight the benefits of its PolarFit&trade; Cryogenic Solutions for&nbsp;<a href="/industries/RubberPlastics/Rubber/product-list.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">elastomer manufacturing</a> at the 2013 International Elastomer Conference (Rubber Expo) in Cleveland, Ohio, from October 8-10. As a recognized leader in cryogenic technology applications, Air Products provides liquid nitrogen-based technologies that can help elastomer manufacturers lower costs and increase productivity in their <a href="/~/media/downloads/c/consulting-services/data-sheets/en-consulting-services-datasheet-us.pdf?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release&la=en" target="_blank">deflashing</a>, <a href="~/media/53751CE5387A4B5190606C15BBBC7202.ashx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">cryogenic grinding</a>, and process cooling applications. Air Products also offers a full range of industrial gas-based solutions for inerting, purging, and tire curing. <br /> <br /> Conference attendees are invited to stop by Air Products booth #2032 to speak with one of the company&rsquo;s industry specialists about their specific process challenges. With decades of experience and technical know-how, Air Products can work with customers to analyze and understand their entire process and recommend industrial gas-based technologies and process improvement solutions that can help optimize gas use, improve product quality, and reduce costs. <br /> <br /> Elastomer manufacturers can also learn about Air Products&rsquo; trial facilities in Allentown, Pa., where the company can run a customer&rsquo;s product on production-scale cryogenic grinding and deflashing equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process and help quantify the benefits versus the cost. <br /> <br /> To learn more about Air Products&rsquo; PolarFit Cryogenic Solutions for the elastomer industry or the company&rsquo;s range of industrial gases, which are available in a variety of&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">supply options</a> to match the requirements of every size customer efficiently and cost-effectively, call 800-654-4567, email <a href="mailto:gigmrktg@airproducts.com">gigmrktg@airproducts.com</a>, or visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/rubber" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/rubber</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 20,000 employees in over 50 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2012, Air Products had sales approaching $10 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>Tue, 01 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400{95C5DD8A-E1DD-4270-A741-E3F5B5535D82}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/09/0916-air-products-announces-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">Effective October 1, 2013, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of: </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li> <div style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">Up to 12% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, and liquid carbon dioxide. </div> </li> <li> <div style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">Up to 20% for liquid argon, liquid and bulk hydrogen, and bulk carbon monoxide.</div> </li> <li> <div style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">Liquid and bulk helium pricing adjustments will be determined on a contract by contract basis.</div> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0.25in 0pt 0in;">The revised prices are in response to various factors, including supply and demand imbalances, that are driving up production and delivery costs, and increases in operating expenses such as employee labor and benefits, natural gas and energy, and maintenance. Air Products continues to make significant investments in infrastructure, technologies, and productivity programs aimed at improving the reliability, safety, and cost efficiency of its operations. <br /> <br /> <span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2012.</span></p>Mon, 16 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400{A8CF1745-A5A3-4C4C-BAEE-B6010612C833}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/08/0814-air-products-toont-nieuwe-cryogene-maalinstallatie-op-kunststoffenbeurs-2013.aspxAir Products toont nieuwe cryogene maalinstallatie op Kunststoffenbeurs 2013<p>Air Products, een van de grootste leveranciers van industri&euml;le gassen en specialist in cryogene technologie, laat bezoekers van de Kunststoffenbeurs 2013 kennismaken met cryogeen malen. Cryogene maalsystemen gebruiken vloeibare stikstof om materialen broos te maken en te vermalen. Ook hittegevoelige kunststoffen kunnen op deze manier vermalen worden tot fijne poeders. Dankzij deze technologie kunnen bedrijven voldoen aan de Plastic Challenge 2020, die streeft naar hergebruik van kunststoffen, waaronder ook moeilijk te recyclen thermoplastische producten. De Kunststoffenbeurs wordt op 25 en 26 september in de Koningshof in Veldhoven gehouden. Air Products is te vinden op stand 197. <br /> <br /> De meeste fabrikanten zijn zich tegenwoordig goed bewust van de voordelen om kunststof afvalmateriaal te recyclen. Door recycling worden niet alleen de kosten van afvalverwerking verminderd, maar ze krijgen daardoor ook de beschikking over nieuwe grondstof voor de productie. Voor de recycling van een aantal kunststoffen worden al maalinstallaties gebruikt, maar die zijn niet geschikt voor materialen als nylon, PVC, polyethyleen en polypropyleen, omdat deze kunststoffen gevoelig zijn voor de hitte, die in dergelijke maalinstallaties ontstaat. In een cryogene maalinstallatie wordt vloeibare stikstof gebruikt, die een temperatuur van -196 graden Celsius kan bereiken. Door de extreme kou worden de kunststoffen afgekoeld waardoor ze broos worden en in zeer kleine deeltjes vermalen kunnen worden. Het poeder dat na het malen overblijft, kan hergebruikt worden alsof het onbewerkt is. <br /> <br /> Air Products is specialist in cryogene technieken voor diverse industri&euml;le toepassingen en heeft zich de afgelopen tijd ook intensief beziggehouden met het cryogeen vermalen van diverse materialen, waaronder kunststoffen. Dat heeft geleid tot de introductie van de PolarFit-maalinstallatie, die kunststoffen kan vermalen tot deeltjes van zo&rsquo;n 10 micron. Bij een van de pilots met de installatie zijn snijresten en afval van een zeer geavanceerd spuitgietproces met high-performance plastics zoals polyamide 11 en 12 gerecycled. Met de PolarFit-installatie werden aanzienlijk hogere doorloopsnelheden bereikt en veel kleinere deeltjes. Met cryogene maalsystemen kunnen zelfs duurzame, hoogwaardige coatings doorbroken worden, waardoor complexe, maar zeer waardevolle kunststoffen teruggewonnen kunnen worden. <br /> <br /> Recent onderzoek, dat de efficiency van de meest gebruikelijke maalsystemen met elkaar vergeleek, heeft uitgewezen dat cryogene ultra-fine maalinstallaties veel effici&euml;nter zijn in termen van doorloopsnelheid, maar ook wat betreft energieverbruik en verbruik van vloeibare stikstof. Uit laboratoriumonderzoek uitgevoerd door ingenieurs van Air Products bleek, dat de productie van deeltjes van zo&rsquo;n 180 micron met een cryogene ultra-fine maalinstallatie in vergelijking met andere installaties niet alleen veel sneller ging en met aanzienlijk lagere operationele kosten, maar dat ook de samenstelling van de deeltjes veel uniformer was. <br /> <br /> Nu fabrikanten zich moeten voorbereiden op de Plastic Challenge 2020 zal hun prioriteit liggen bij de reductie van moeilijk te recyclen materialen. Echter, veelgebruikte high-performance kunststoffen zoals nylon en polyamides zijn essentieel voor tal van huishoudelijke en andere commerci&euml;le producten. Innovatieve, cryogene maalsystemen geven de garantie, dat deze ook op een duurzame manier gebruikt kunnen worden. </p>Wed, 14 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400{07A47006-58C5-42A9-BDA7-ED8A45E0FDCC}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/05/0514-air-products-to-feature-industrial-gas-based-technologies-for-powder-and-bulk-solids-market.aspxAir Products to Feature Industrial Gas-Based Technologies for the Powder and Bulk Solids Market at PBE 2013<p>Air Products (NYSE:APD) will feature a range of industrial gas-based technologies and process improvement solutions that can help powder and bulk solids processors operate more efficiently and cost effectively at PBE 2013 in Columbus, Ohio, from May 22-23. <br /> <br /> As a leading industrial gas supplier and cryogenic solutions provider, Air Products&rsquo; technical specialists can work with powder and bulk solids processors to help identify ways to more efficiently handle a variety of materials in many processes―from grinding to dust collection. The company offers advanced cryogenic solutions for a range of applications including size reduction and process cooling, as well as common gases applications support for inerting/blanketing, gas assist molding, and more. <br /> <br /> PBE attendees can stop by Air Products booth 628 to learn more about the company&rsquo;s industrial gas-based technologies for the powder and bulk solids market, including the <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit/PolarFit_DataSheet.pdf" target="_blank">PolarFit&reg; ultra-fine-grinding mill</a>. Using the cooling power of liquid nitrogen and a combination of size reduction mechanisms, this unique mill can achieve finer and more uniform particles than other mills on the market today. With a production-scale trial lab located in Allentown, Pa., Air Products can test the product of a powder or bulk solids manufacturer to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process and help quantify the benefits versus cost. <br /> <br /> Air Products will also highlight its full line of industrial gases, which the company provides in a variety of&nbsp;<a href="/products/Gases/supply-options.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">delivery options</a> to match each customer&rsquo;s specific requirements. For small volume users, the company&rsquo;s CryoEase&reg; microbulk solution offers an alternative to cylinder supply that eliminates the hassle of cylinder handling. For larger volume customers, Air Products provides traditional bulk liquid and gas supply, as well as PRISM&reg; on-site gas generation systems. <br /> <br /> For more information about Air Products&rsquo; complete portfolio of gases, equipment, and technology solutions for the powder and bulk solids market, call 800-654-4567 (outside of the U.S. 610-706-4730) or visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/plastics">www.airproducts.com/plastics</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 20,000 employees in over 50 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2012, Air Products had sales approaching $10 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com">www.airproducts.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p>Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400{207A3B55-1F8A-4FC5-92AC-3D36E498F032}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/04/0416-air-products-announces-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p>Effective, May 1, 2013, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of up to 10% for liquid argon, liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid and bulk hydrogen, bulk carbon monoxide, and liquid carbon dioxide. Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /> <br /> The revised prices are in response to various supply and demand product imbalances which have led to increased costs in nearly every aspect of producing and delivering industrial gases. Additionally, Air Products has been impacted by higher energy costs from utility companies and higher distribution costs. <br /> <br /> <span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2012. </span></p>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400{02D387EF-61A0-4804-9C61-22EF4EA0B890}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2013/04/0410-air-products-polarfit-muhle-fur-extrem-feines-und-effizientes-vermahlen.aspxKaltvermahlung zum Anfassen - Air Products präsentiert auf der POWTECH die PolarFit&reg;-Mühle für extrem feines und effizientes Vermahlen<p>Der Industriegasehersteller Air Products pr&auml;sentiert auf der diesj&auml;hrigen POWTECH (N&uuml;rnberg, 23.-25. April, Halle 4 Stand 423, <a href="http://www.powtech.de">www.powtech.de</a>) seine neueste M&uuml;hle f&uuml;r die kryogene Vermahlung. Die PolarFit&reg;-M&uuml;hle f&uuml;r extrem feines Vermahlen erm&ouml;glicht die Vermahlung selbst von nur schwer zerkleinerbaren Materialien wie z.B. Kunststoffen. Bei der Kaltvermahlung erfolgt die Zerkleinerung der Materialien mithilfe von Fl&uuml;ssigstickstoff. Die Chemie-, Pharma- und Nahrungsmittelindustrie erkennt zunehmend die Vorteile dieses Verfahrens, da der Markt immer kleinere Partikel nachfragt. Gleichzeitig steigen die Anforderungen an die Hersteller, m&ouml;glichst hohe Durchs&auml;tze bei geringen Kosten zu fahren. Am Messestand k&ouml;nnen Interessenten die PolarFit&reg;-M&uuml;hle und entsprechende Vermahlungsergebnisse begutachten. Eine Vorschau auf die Funktionsweise der M&uuml;hle bietet ein Video auf der Air Products-Webseite. Die PolarFit&reg;-M&uuml;hle wurde f&uuml;r extrem feines Vermahlen von einigen Materialien bis zu einer Partikelgr&ouml;&szlig;e kleiner 50 Mikron entwickelt. <br /> <br /> <strong>Feinste Vermahlung bei geringem Verbrauch</strong> <br /> Die Kaltvermahlung kommt unter anderem bei der Produktion von Nahrungserg&auml;nzungsmitteln, Arzneimitteln, Pigmenten, Gew&uuml;rzen und dem Recycling von Kunststoff zum Einsatz. Neueste Forschungsarbeiten *, in denen die Effizienz der bekanntesten Vermahlungsverfahren verglichen wird, haben gezeigt, dass kryogene Turbo-M&uuml;hlensysteme hinsichtlich Durchsatz, Energie- und Fl&uuml;ssigstickstoffverbrauch gegen&uuml;ber traditionellen Vermahlungssystemen eine h&ouml;here Effizienz erm&ouml;glichen k&ouml;nnen. Der effiziente Einsatz von Fl&uuml;ssigstickstoff reduziert die W&auml;rme w&auml;hrend des Vermahlungsprozesses und verbessert damit die Produktqualit&auml;t durch Verminderung oder vollst&auml;ndige Eliminierung von W&auml;rmesch&auml;den. Dies erm&ouml;glicht Kunden eine Maximierung der Produktion bei gleichzeitiger Minimierung der Kosten. Neben den Umweltaspekten des Recyclings profitieren Hersteller zus&auml;tzlich von geringeren Entsorgungskosten sowie geringeren Rohmaterialkosten. <br /> <br /> <strong>Hintergr&uuml;nde zum Recycling schwer zu vermahlender Stoffe</strong> <br /> Was hoch technisierte Kunststoffe wie Nylon, PVC, Polyethylen oder Polypropylen angeht, so lie&szlig;en sich diese lange Zeit nur sehr schwer dem Recycling zuf&uuml;hren, da herk&ouml;mmliche Mahlverfahren nur unzureichend einsetzbar waren. <br /> <br /> Die Technologie der Kaltvermahlung kann genau dieses Problem beheben. Sie verwendet Fl&uuml;ssigstickstoff bei einer Temperatur von -196&deg;C, um Materialien zu verspr&ouml;den und freizusetzen, sodass Produktkomponenten, wie z.B. Kunststoffe, einfacher voneinander getrennt und gleichzeitig zu einem feinen Pulver vermahlen werden k&ouml;nnen. Das recycelte Material kann dann potenziell als Neumaterial verwendet werden. <br /> <br /> <strong>Systemauswahl mit Hilfe von Testanlagen</strong> <br /> Tests sind ein wesentlicher Aspekt von Zerkleinerungssystemen, vor allem wenn es um thermoplastische Kunststoffe oder Elastomere geht, deren Charakteristika vor allem im praktischen Einsatz erforscht werden. Air Products verf&uuml;gt &uuml;ber Testanlagen in Europa, Asien und den USA, die Kunden bei der Auswahl des am besten geeigneten Vermahlungssystems unterst&uuml;tzen. Air Products befasst sich seit rund 40 Jahren mit dem Thema Kaltvermahlung, hat Komplettsysteme entwickelt und installiert und f&uuml;hrt Partikelanalysen durch. <br /> <br /> * Die von Air Products-Ingenieuren durchgef&uuml;hrte Laborforschung hat gezeigt, dass durch ein kryogenes Turbo-M&uuml;hlensystem erzielte Partikel mit einer Gr&ouml;&szlig;e von weniger als 180 Mikron im Vergleich zu alternativen Mahlverfahren g&uuml;nstigere Betriebskosten hinsichtlich der mit Fl&uuml;ssigstickstoff erreichten Produktionsraten und Partikelmorphologie aufweisen. <br /> <br /> Weitere Informationen zum kryogenen Vermahlen finden Sie unter <a href="http://www.airproducts.de/cryoTechnologie/grinding.htm">www.airproducts.de/cryoTechnologie/grinding.htm</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> Druckf&auml;hige Bilder auf Anfrage. <br /> <br /> <span class="notes"><strong>&Uuml;ber Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.) ist einer der f&uuml;hrenden Anbieter von Industrie-, Prozess- und Spezialgasen, Hochleistungsmaterialien sowie Anlagen, Technologien und dazugeh&ouml;rigen Dienstleistungen. Seit &uuml;ber 70 Jahren erm&ouml;glicht Air Products seinen Kunden, Produkte und Prozesse produktiver, energieeffizienter und nachhaltiger zu gestalten. Mehr als 20.000 Mitarbeiter in &uuml;ber 50 L&auml;ndern entwickeln innovative L&ouml;sungen in den Bereichen &sbquo;Energie&rsquo; und &sbquo;Umwelt&rsquo; sowie f&uuml;r Wachstumsm&auml;rkte wie die Halbleiterindustrie, Wasserstofferzeugung, Kohlevergasung, Erdgasverfl&uuml;ssigung und moderne Schicht- und Klebstoffe. Air Products erzielte im Gesch&auml;ftsjahr 2012 einen Umsatz von rund 10 Milliarden USDollar. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.airproducts.de"><span class="notes">www.airproducts.de</span></a><span class="notes">. <br /> </span><br /> <strong>Pressekontakt:</strong> <br /> <a href="mailto:a.hirsch@script-com.de">Alexander Hirsch <br /> </a>Script Corporate+Public Communication <br /> Feuerbachstr. 26-32 <br /> 60325 Frankfurt am Main <br /> Tel.: +49 (0)69/92020 - 875</p>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400{2E8FEA26-ABD3-44EA-94BB-B4DD556CF13C}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/11/1101-air-products-introduces-new-gas-converter-mobile-app.aspxAir Products Introduces New Gas Converter Mobile App<p>Air Products (NYSE:<a href="/investors/stock-information.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">APD</a>) has developed its first public mobile app, which converts weight and volume measures for common industrial gases and liquefied natural gas (LNG). The Air Products Gas Converter is available for free download from global Apple&reg; iTunes&reg; Stores for use on iPhone&reg;, iPad&reg;, and iPod&reg; touch devices. The new app enables users to quickly convert weight and volume measures for industrial gases such as <a href="/products/Gases/Nitrogen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">nitrogen</a>, <a href="/products/Gases/Oxygen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">oxygen</a>, <a href="/products/Gases/Argon.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">argon</a>, <a href="/products/Gases/Hydrogen.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">hydrogen</a>, <a href="/products/Gases/Helium.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">helium</a>, and <a href="/products/Gases/Carbon-Dioxide.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">carbon dioxide</a>, as well as <a href="/industries/Energy/LNG.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">LNG</a>/methane. <br /> <br /> &ldquo;Air Products developed the new app as a value-added tool for anyone who frequently uses units of measure that differ from those used by the industrial gas industry, giving them the ability to convert from one unit of measure to another, especially weights and volumes,&rdquo; said Steve Ruoff, Metals Processing industry manager at Air Products. &ldquo;We wanted a convenient tool that takes advantage of the digital technology everyone is using today and can be built upon in the future.&rdquo; <br /> <br /> When converting between liquid and gaseous units, the Gas Converter accounts for the unique properties of each industrial gas, particularly molecular weight and density. For LNG, the tool converts flow rates&mdash;including Diesel Gallon Equivalents&mdash;and allows the user to specify values for a number of variables. <br /> <br /> In the past, Air Products has provided printed weight/volume conversion charts on business cards and currently provides <a href="/products/Gases/gas-facts/conversion-formulas.aspx?utm_source=&amp;utm_medium=NR&amp;utm_campaign=fy13-News-Release" target="_blank">interactive conversion tools </a>on the company&rsquo;s website. With the addition of the Gas Converter mobile app, users can quickly and easily access the tool anytime, anywhere. <br /> <br /> The Air Products Gas Converter app can be downloaded at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/gasconverter" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/gasconverter</a>. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>About Air Products</strong> <br /> Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 20,000 employees in over 50 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2012, Air Products had sales approaching $10 billion. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.airproducts.com" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /> <br /> <span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2011. </span></p>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400{23DC2199-E3BC-48A0-86E3-66B6916C782C}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/09/0917-air-products-announces-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products<p>Effective, October 1, 2012, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of: </p> <ul> <li>Up to 10% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid and bulk hydrogen and liquid carbon dioxide </li> <li>Up to 20% for liquid argon and bulk carbon monoxide </li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /> <br /> The global helium supply shortfall has caused us to address each customer price change on an individual basis. <br /> <br /> The revised prices will offset higher operating costs and increased input costs. Air Products is taking aggressive actions internally to mitigate rising costs by reinvesting to improve efficiencies and maintain reliable supply. <br /> <br /> <span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management&rsquo;s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company&rsquo;s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2011. </span></p>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400{9C8A1D15-7CE4-4F58-AB59-783DEDE265CF}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/06/0611-air-products-charlie-page-gives-north-american-membrane-society-keynote-speech.aspxAir Products’ Charlie Page Gives North American Membrane Society Keynote SpeechThe increasing global demand for energy is just one market-driver pushing the development, demand and use of membrane technology. This was just one of the messages delivered by Air Products’ (NYSE: <a href="http://investors.airproducts.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=92444&amp;p=irol-stockquote" target="_blank">APD</a>) <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/en/products/Gases/supply-options/prism-membranes.aspx" target="_blank">PRISM Membrane </a>Group director of operations and technology Charlie Page in his opening session keynote speech today at the 22nd Annual North American Membrane Society (NAMS) Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. <br /><br />“Membranes as a technology have been known for a long time, but their use as a commercial product in gas separations has only been fairly recent. Developments in polymer sciences dating back many years led to discoveries of synthetic materials mimicking natural membranes that were capable of performing interesting industrial separations,” Page told the audience. <br /><br />Page delivered a retrospective synopsis of the evolution of the commercialization of membrane technology into the industrial sector in his address. With 30 years experience, he began work in this area much earlier and joined Air Products’ membrane business via a 1991 technology acquisition. Page continued as global membrane product owner before assuming commercial responsibility for Air Products’ PRISM Membranes Group in 2000 and became program director in 2008. <br /><br />Page said he was honored to give the keynote address. “This type of opportunity is a real honor when you consider the long list of distinguished membrane experts who have given keynote talks in the past,” he said. <br /><br />In looking both back to the past and ahead to the future of membrane technology, Page noted that Air Products has spent many years working with aerospace and transportation industries in making the transport of people and materials safer for the world. “Perhaps our most important market segment in today’s business is in aerospace, specifically <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/en/products/Gases/supply-options/prism-membrane-obiggs.aspx" target="_blank">OBIGGS (On Board Inert Gas Generating System)</a>. Inerting of fuel tanks for the prevention of fire and explosions has taken a long time to develop. Today, we supply membranes for both military and commercial passenger aircraft. Almost all new production aircraft are being equipped with membranes. OBIGGS will be a key market for many applications for many years requiring large numbers of high performance membranes,” Page said. <br /><br />He added that it is not just planes, but also trains that Air Products has played a role with safe travel. “In fact, Air Products membranes have even provided oxygen enriched air that is used on high altitude trains in Tibet to partially offset the decreased cabin pressure and ensure passenger safety,” he said. <br /><br />In looking forward, Page also noted that Air Products’ development of ceramic membranes for oxygen production, with much support from the United States Department of Energy, is a potential game changing enabler for clean energy production. “We need to keep finding new technologies that will address the pressing needs of a world with increasingly depleted resources,” he said. <br /><br />With more than 500 of the large process gas systems installed, and over 100 thousand nitrogen and air dehydration membranes shipped to customers across many applications, Page said he takes great pride in the reliable and long-term stable performance these units have displayed. “By long term, we mean years, not hours or days. We are also quite proud that we have maintained a ’green’ factory with respect to our environmental impact,” he said. <br /><br />Air Products is the worldwide leader in production of gas separation and purification membranes. Membrane technology is used to separate and purify gases. Membrane modules contain thousands of hollow fibers to provide high processing capacity in a compact unit. Membranes are often used to produce nitrogen from compressed air; for hydrogen recovery and purification; for ratio adjustment to balance a mix of gases; air and gas dehydration to remove water, which can impact compressed gas performance; and natural gas treatment for removal of impurities. <br /><br />Nitrogen membrane demand is driven by product needs from the chemical production, food processing, liquefied natural gas, oil and gas, transportation, and mining industries. Hydrogen membranes are used in chemical, refining, and biofuels processes. Dehydration membranes are used in compressed air systems and for high pressure requirements such as natural gas dehydration. Air Products' PRISM&reg; membranes have been used to produce gases to inert fuel tanks aboard aircraft; for use in coal mine methane recovery operations in China; to enrich oxygen for passengers on the world's longest and highest highland railway, the <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/2012AirProductsChina/experience.asp" target="_blank">Qinghai-Tibet railway</a>; and to produce nitrogen for blanketing chemical, methanol, and liquefied gas shipments around the globe. <br /><br />Air Products' PRISM&reg; line of gas generation systems supplied generated nitrogen and oxygen to more than 1,500 customers in over 30 countries worldwide. More information on PRISM(R) membrane systems can be found at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/membranes">www.airproducts.com/membranes</a>.  <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 18,000 employees in over 40 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2011, Air Products had sales of approximately $10 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2011. </span>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400{11EE8010-2B24-4445-BF6D-AF37BDA78A99}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/04/0426-air-products-to-feature-polarfit-cryogenic-solutions-at-ptxi-2012-expo.aspxAir Products to Feature PolarFit™ Cryogenic Solutions to Help Processors Lower Operating Costs and Increase Productivity at PTXi 2012 ExpoAir Products (NYSE:<a href="http://investors.airproducts.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=92444&amp;p=irol-stockquote" target="_blank">APD</a>) will feature its <a href="~/media/53751CE5387A4B5190606C15BBBC7202.ashx">PolarFit™ cryogenic solutions for cryogenic grinding</a>, <a href="/~/media/downloads/data-sheets/P/en-polarfit-datasheet.pdf?la=en">cryogenic deflashing</a>, process cooling and inerting applications at PTXi 2012 Expo in Rosemont (Chicago), Ill., from May 8-10. The company’s portfolio of industrial-gas based technologies and process improvement solutions can help processors maximize production rates; minimize costs; improve product quality, safety and efficiency; and achieve finer, more uniform particles. <br /><br />Air Products’ range of offerings includes the <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit/PolarFit_DataSheet.pdf" target="_blank">PolarFit™ ultra-fine-grinding mill</a>, which cost-effectively reduces hard-to-grind materials to smaller particle sizes than can be achieved with conventional impact mills. This unique grinding system uses a combination of size reduction mechanisms—including impact, attrition and particle-particle collision—to generate consistent yields of particles between 45 and 240 microns, and in some cases as small as 10 microns. Through its efficient use of liquid <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/products/Gases/Nitrogen/industry.aspx?itemId=%7b23D7972E-E34C-4A10-85E3-C7F518005A3F%7d" target="_blank">nitrogen </a>to remove heat from the grinding process, the Air Products mill provides ultra-fine to coarse particle sizes, more uniform particle distribution, higher yields of particles in target range, improved product quality due to minimal or no heat damage, less recycling, and lower production costs. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/ultrafine">www.airproducts.com/ultrafine</a>.  <br /><br />With a state-of-the-art lab in Allentown, Pa., Air Products can test a manufacturer’s product on production-scale equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process, as well as to help quantify the benefits versus cost. For manufacturers who want to evaluate their cryogenic deflashing or grinding processes, the lab provides access to the latest in testing equipment and services that can help them improve throughput, enhance quality, and reduce capital and operating expenditures. <br /><br />Air Products researchers also will present a Particle Technology In-Practice Workshop, “<a href="http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/ptxi12/conference_3b.html" target="_blank">Fundamentals of Grinding Polymers</a>,” on May 8 from 2–4 p.m. Processors attending the workshop will discover the range of utility when grinding at cryogenic temperatures as presenters discuss the physical properties of polymers, the pulverizing machines used to grind polymers, and the prediction of their performance. <br /><br />To learn more about Air Products’ reliable industrial gas supply options for small and large volume users and other gas-based solutions for the processing industry, call 800-654-4567 (mention code 898); visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/plastics">www.airproducts.com/plastics</a>; or stop by Air Products’ Booth #2845 at PTXi 2012 Expo to speak with one of the company’s knowledgeable representatives. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 18,000 employees in over 40 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2011, Air Products had sales of approximately $10 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2011. </span>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400{AF2E43B9-568F-41C2-91D9-2416C4DC4349}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/03/0321-air-products-to-showcase-polarfit-cryogenic-solutions-at-npe-expo.aspxAir Products to Showcase PolarFit™ Cryogenic Solutions at NPE ExpoAir Products (NYSE:<a href="http://phx.corporate-ir.net/preview/phoenix.zhtml?c=92444&amp;p=irol-stockquote" target="_blank">APD</a>), a recognized leader in cryogenic technology with more than 40 years of experience, will highlight its <a href="~/media/53751CE5387A4B5190606C15BBBC7202.ashx" target="_blank">PolarFit™ cryogenic solutions for grinding</a>, deflashing, process cooling, and inerting at the NPE Expo in Orlando, Fla., from April 1-5. The company’s portfolio of industrial gas-based technologies and process improvement solutions can help manufacturers maximize production rates, minimize costs, and improve product quality, safety, and efficiency. <br /><br />Among Air Products’ showcased offerings is the <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit/PolarFit_DataSheet.pdf" target="_blank">PolarFit™ ultra-fine-grinding mill</a>, which cost-effectively reduces hard-to-grind materials to smaller particle sizes than can be achieved with conventional impact mills. This unique grinding system uses a combination of size reduction mechanisms—including impact, attrition and particle-particle collision—to generate consistent yields of particles between 45 and 240 microns, and in some cases as small as 10 microns. Through its efficient use of liquid nitrogen to remove heat from the grinding process, the Air Products mill provides ultra-fine to coarse particle sizes, more uniform particle distribution, higher yields of particles in target range, improved product quality due to minimal or no heat damage, less recycling, and lower production costs. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/ultrafine" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/ultrafine</a>.  <br /><br />With a state-of-the-art lab in Allentown, Pa., Air Products can test a manufacturer’s product on production-scale equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process, as well as to help quantify the benefits versus cost. For manufacturers who want to evaluate their cryogenic deflashing or grinding processes, the lab provides access to the latest in testing equipment and services that can help them improve throughput, enhance quality, and reduce capital and operating expenditures. <br /><br />To learn more about Air Products’ reliable industrial gas supply options for small and large volume users and other gas-based solutions for the plastics industry, call 800-654-4567 (mention code 897); visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/plastics" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com/plastics</a>; or stop by Air Products’ Booth #51055 at the NPE Expo to speak with one of the company’s knowledgeable representatives. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient, and sustainable. More than 18,000 employees in over 40 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment, and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2011, Air Products had sales of $10.1 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/" target="_blank">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2011. </span>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400{BE4E9643-4A79-4984-BE76-7D51898E5869}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/03/0319-air-products-completes-acquisition-of-cryoservice-limited.aspxAir Products Completes Acquisition of CryoService LimitedAir Products (NYSE:APD) today announced it has completed the acquisition of the UK company CryoService Limited, which will now be known as Air Products CryoEase&reg; Services. <br /><br />This acquisition follows an initial 25 per cent stake in CryoService that Air Products purchased in 1998 and subsequent majority shareholding the company acquired in 2008. For over a decade both businesses have operated in partnership to supply cryogenic and specialist gases to customer's in science, leisure and general industry. <br /><br />"CryoService's commitment to customer service, innovation and technology operations complement Air Products' business," commented Ivo Bols, Air Products' Vice President and General Manager, Merchant Gases – Europe. "This acquisition demonstrates Air Products sustained commitment to our integrated industrial gas model as a means of creating higher growth and profitability. Complimenting our existing Tonnage, Liquid Bulk and Packaged Gases businesses, the addition of CryoService's microbulk provides us with an even stronger ability to serve our customers' needs by offering them a choice of all modes of supply." <br /><br />CryoService's existing base in Worcester has become the Air Products' UK and Ireland Centre of Excellence in CryoEase&reg; products and services, as the company plans to extend into new geographies. <br /><br />CryoEase&reg; services supplies customers that have a small volume requirement with liquid gases via onsite filling. This offers operational and cost advantages to our customers compared to traditional modes of supply. <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>Notes to Editors: <br /><br />About Air Products <br /></strong>Air Products (NYSE:APD) provides atmospheric, process and specialty gases; performance materials; equipment; and technology. For over 70 years, the company has enabled customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable. More than 18,000 employees in over 40 countries supply innovative solutions to the energy, environment and emerging markets. These include semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, coal gasification, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. In fiscal 2011, Air Products had sales of $10.1 billion. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /><br /><strong>About CryoService <br /></strong>Since 1970, CryoService has embraced innovation and new technology to produce a world class solution to the supply of specialist gases. Originally established to provide low-volume cryogenic deliveries to the scientific market, CryoService has developed a reputation as the supplier of choice for critical applications, pioneering a unique delivery service and developing innovative storage solutions that provide tangible benefits to thousands of customers across the UK. The company now supplies an extensive range of cryogenic and specialist gases to a wide range of markets in the science, leisure and industrial sectors. This is complemented by comprehensive equipment options and in-depth application knowledge. </span>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400{96D9CC65-1D5A-4D43-9E8F-AA6BD7A05B84}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/03/0319-air-products-completes-acquisition-of-cryoservice-limited-dutch.aspxAir Products neemt het Britse CryoService Limited overAir Products (NYSE:APD) heeft bekendgemaakt, dat het de overname van het Britse bedrijf CryoService Limited heeft afgerond. Het bedrijf, dat in 1970 werd opgericht, zal verder gaan onder de naam Air Products CryoEase&reg; Services. Air Products had in 1998 al een belang van 25 procent in het bedrijf verworven, dat in 2008 werd omgezet in een meerderheidsbelang. Samen met Air Products levert CryoService cryogene en speciale gassen aan klanten in de industrie, het wetenschappelijk onderzoek en de recreatiesector. <br /><br />"CryoService past mede dankzij de innovatieve cultuur, de geavanceerde technologie en haar servicegerichtheid prima bij Air Products", zei Ivo Bols, vice-president en general manager Merchant Gases Europe. "Deze overname is een volgende stap naar een compleet en integraal model voor de levering van industriële gassen. Dankzij de toevoeging van de bevoorrading van vloeibare gassen via cryogene tanks hebben we nog meer mogelijkheden om onze klanten optimaal te bedienen. Air Products levert zijn gassen ook via pijpleidingen, met tankauto's en in gascilinders aan haar klanten. <br /><br />Bij de CryoEase&reg; service krijgen klanten, die een beperkte hoeveelheid gas gebruiken, het gas in vloeibare vorm door een tankauto op locatie geleverd. Het gas wordt bij de klant opgeslagen in zogenaamde CryoEase tanks, die een inhoud van 230 tot 2.000 liter kunnen hebben. Dit logistieke concept heeft een aantal aanzienlijke operationele en kostentechnische voordelen vergeleken met de traditionele leveringsmethoden van industriële gassen. <br /><br />De vestiging van CryoService in Worcester was al uitgegroeid tot het centre of excellence van Air Products op het gebied van CryoEase&reg; producten en diensten in Groot-Brittannië en Ierland. Vanuit de vestiging hoopt Air Products zijn CryoEase-diensten verder uit te breiden. Vanuit Worcester worden CryoEase-installaties voor Nederlandse klanten geleverd.Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400{394B5B48-37E6-4680-98B7-D4E2C05D4D75}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/03/0319-air-products-completes-acquisition-of-cryoservice-limited-french.aspxAir Products boucle l'acquisition de CryoService LimitedAir Products vient d'annoncer qu'il avait finalisé l'acquisition de la société britannique CryoService Limited qui portera désormais le nom d'Air Products CryoEase&reg; Services. <br /><br />Ce rachat fait suite à une première prise de participation de 25% de CryoService effectuée en 1998 par Air Products , suivie d'une prise de participation majoritaire en 2008. Depuis plus d'une décennie, les deux entités travaillent en partenariat pour approvisionner en gaz cryogéniques et gaz spéciaux leurs clients scientifiques, professionnels des loisirs ou de l'industrie générale. <br /><br />« Le service client, l'innovation et la gestion technique ont toujours été prioritaires pour CryoService et sont en parfaite adéquation avec l'activité d'Air Products », a commenté Ivo Bols, Vice Président et Directeur général d'Air Products pour les Gaz marchands en Europe. « Cette acquisition démontre bien la stratégie d'Air Products : fonctionner comme un producteur de gaz industriels intégré pour optimiser croissance et rentabilité. En complétant les offres des Divisions Gros volumes, Vrac liquide et Gaz conditionnés, le mini-réservoir de CryoService va nous permettre de répondre encore mieux aux besoins de nos clients en leur offrant un choix exhaustif de modes de fourniture ». <br /><br />Le Quartier général de CryoService dans le Worcester est devenu le Centre d'Excellence pour les produits et services CryoEase&reg; d'Air Products en Grande-Bretagne et en Irlande et le Groupe prévoit de créer de nouveaux sites. <br /><br />Les services CryoEase&reg; permettent d'approvisionner des clients ayant besoin d'un faible volume de gaz sous forme liquide avec un remplissage sur site. Ils présentent de nombreux avantages opérationnels et financiers par rapport à des modes de fourniture traditionnels*. <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>A propos d’Air Products </strong><br />Air Products est un fournisseur de gaz de l'air, de gaz process et de gaz spéciaux, de matériaux de performances, d'équipements et de solutions technologiques. Depuis plus de 70 ans, le Groupe permet à ses clients d'être plus productifs, d'optimiser leur rendement énergétique et d'être plus respectueux de l'environnement. Plus de 18 000 collaborateurs répartis dans une quarantaine de pays offrent des solutions innovantes aux secteurs de l'énergie, de l'environnement et aux marchés émergents, qu'il s'agissent de matériaux semi-conducteurs, d'hydrogène de raffinerie, de gazéification du charbon, de liquéfaction de gaz naturel ou d'adhésives et de peintures dernier cri. Au cours de l'année fiscale 2011, <br />Air Products a réalisé un CA de 10,1 milliards de dollars US. Pour plus d’informations, rendez-vous sur <br /><a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /><br /><strong>A propos de CryoService Limited </strong><br />Depuis 1970, CryoService a choisi l'innovation et les nouvelles technologies pour produire une solution de classe modiale pour l'approvisionnement en gaz spéciaux. Initialement créé pour fournir de faibles volumes de produits cryogéniques au marché scientifique, CryoService a développé sa réputation de fournisseur de choix pour les applications critiques, seul à fournir un service de livraison et à développer des solutions de sotckage innovantes qui apportent des bénéfices tangibles à des millieurs de clients à travers la Grande-Bretagne. La société fournit maintenant une gamme étendue de gaz cryogéniques et de gaz spéciaux à un large éventail de marchés dans les secteurs scientifiques, des loisirs et de l'industrie. Elle propose également en option un choix exhaustif d'équipements et peut se prévaloir d'une connaissance approfondie des applications de ses clients. <br /><br />* A propos du service CryoEase&reg; <br />Imaginé pour les clients qui consomment mensuellement entre 100 m3 (10 bouteilles) et 3 000 m3 d'un seul produit (azote, argon ou oxygène), ce service exclusif comprend la location d'un petit réservoir de gaz liquide sur leur site, directement connecté aux équipements de production, en service 24h sur 24, 7 j/7 et ré-approvisionnable automatiquement. <br /><br />Après une étude gratuite du site et de ses applications afin de valider le choix de la solution CryoEase&reg; et de déterminer la taille du réservoir (de 230 à 2000 litres), ce dernier est installé rapidement, sans travaux de génie civil ou branchement électrique. Il est ensuite rempli de produit liquide (azote, argon ou oxygène) par un véhicule dédié. Puis le gaz est acheminé, au choix, sous forme liquide ou gazeuse, par un réseau, directement au point d'utilisation et donc disponible de façon permanente. <br /><br />Les camions CryoEase&reg; actuellement en service sont des 19 t ou 26 t spécialement conçus pour accéder aux sites les plus confinés. Mais leur réelle originalité réside dans leur pompe embarquée. Cette dernière est en effet totalement autonome (nul besoin d'une prise dédiée chez le client). Sa capacité de 28 bars permet en outre d'éviter les arrêts de production habituellement causés par la chute de pression dans le réseau du client au moment du remplissage du réservoir. <br /><br />Son immersion dans l'azote liquide prévient également toute perte de produit. « Anti-gaspi », la pompe des véhicules CryoEase&reg; est aussi efficace : elle remplit un réservoir de 2000 l en moins de 20 minutes sans même nécessiter la présence du client. Le service CryoEase&reg; supprime toute manutention et manipulation de cadres et bouteilles. Le gaz est directement connecté au point d'utilisation réduisant du même coup l'exposition aux gaz pressurisés. La suppression des connexions et déconnexions des bouteilles garantit quant à elle une absence de pollution éventuelle du réseau de distribution du gaz lors des changements d'emballages. <br /><br />Le client voit sa procédure administrative allégée et ne paie que le gaz qu'il utilise puisque les pertes résiduelles inévitables avec les bouteilles ne sont plus à l'ordre du jour. Finies les zones de stockage séparées pour les bouteilles de gaz vides et les pleines : l'empreinte au sol d'un réservoir de 1000 l de produit liquide est de 1m x 1m, soit l'équivalent en capacité de 7 cadres environ (ou 70 B 50) qui occuperaient 6 m2 au sol ! </span>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400{5E23D791-0263-4AFC-9B74-CA892E7FA9C2}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2012/03/0319-air-products-completes-acquisition-of-cryoservice-limited-german.aspxAir Products übernimmt CryoService LimitedDer Industriegasehersteller Air Products übernimmt das englische Unternehmen CryoService Limited, das zukünftig unter dem Namen Air Products CryoEase&reg; Services firmieren wird. CryoService ist spezialisiert auf die Gasversorgung von Unternehmen, die kleinere Volumina benötigen und über die Befüllung von Kleintanks versorgt werden. Das Versorgungsmodel verschafft Unternehmen mit entsprechendem Bedarf Kostenvorteile und verbessert die Betriebsabläufe. <br /><br />Die Übernahme folgt auf eine 25-prozentige Beteiligung von Air Products im Jahr 1998 und die anschließende Mehrheitsbeteiligung im Jahr 2008. Die beiden Unternehmen haben als Partner über ein Jahrzehnt gemeinsam kryogene Gase und Spezialgase an Forschung und Industrie geliefert. <br /><br />"Das Kundenverständnis bei CryoService sowie die Innovationskraft und das technologische Know-how passen ausgezeichnet zu unserem Geschäftsmodell. Die Übernahme zeugt von unserer nachhaltigen Strategie als integrierter Industriegasehersteller Wachstum und Profitabilität zu steigern. Unser Angebot mit Tonnage-Gasen, der Flüssiggasversorgung für Großkunden sowie der Versorgung mit Flaschengasen, wird durch die Kleintanklösungen von CryoService perfekt ergänzt. Die damit zur Verfügung stehende Auswahl an unterschiedlichen Versorgungslösungen ermöglicht eine passgenaue Erfüllung der Kundenanforderungen," kommentiert Ivo Bols, Vice President und General Manager Merchant Gases bei Air Products, den Abschluss der Übernahme. <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>Über Air Products <br /></strong>Air Products (Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.) ist einer der führenden Anbieter von Industrie-, Prozess- und Spezialgasen, Hochleistungsmaterialien sowie Anlagen, Technologien und dazugehörigen Dienstleistungen. Seit über 70 Jahren ermöglicht Air Products seinen Kunden, Produkte und Prozesse produktiver, energieeffizienter und nachhaltiger zu gestalten. Mehr als 18.000 Mitarbeiter in über 40 Ländern entwickeln innovative Lösungen in den Bereichen ‚Energie' und ‚Umwelt' sowie für Wachstumsmärkte wie die Halbleiterindustrie, Wasserstofferzeugung, Kohlevergasung, Erdgasverflüssigung und moderne Schicht- und Klebstoffe. Air Products erzielte im Geschäftsjahr 2011 einen Umsatz von mehr als 10.1 Milliarden US-Dollar. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter <a href="http://www.airproducts.de/">www.airproducts.de</a>.  <br /></span><br /><strong>Pressekontakt: <br /></strong><a href="mailto:a.hirsch@script-com.de">Alexander Hirsch </a><br />Script Corporate+Public Communication <br />Feuerbachstr. 26-32 <br />60325 Frankfurt am Main <br />Tel.: +49 (0)69/4699 4732Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400{9C2E06A9-7963-476D-849B-67D4A7D10337}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/10/1019-air-products-prism-hydrogen-generator-and-cryogenic-hydrogen-compressor-featured-at-chem-show.aspxAir Products’ PRISM&reg; Hydrogen Generator and Cryogenic Hydrogen Compressor Among Technologies to be Featured at the CHEM SHOW <p>Air Products (NYSE:APD) will feature its newest technologies that can help a variety of industries increase quality and efficiency, improve safety and lower overall operating costs at the CHEM SHOW in New York City from November 1-3. Visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/chemshow">www.airproducts.com/chemshow</a> for a short preview. <br /><br />Among Air Products’ featured offerings are: </p> <ul> <li>The PRISM&reg; Hydrogen Generator for cost-effective and reliable on-site generation of volumes from 2,000 scfh up to more than 10,000 scfh. Based on advanced proprietary technology, PRISM hydrogen generators are the most efficient generators on the market today, having the highest turn down and consuming the least amount of natural gas. These generators provide a consistent supply of high-purity hydrogen for a wide variety of applications not only in chemical processing, but also in metals treatment, steel, glass, photovoltaic, food, power generation and hydrogen fueling industries. <br /></li> <li>The Cryogenic Hydrogen Compressor (CHC), which is a proprietary liquid hydrogen supply system that instantly matches changing production needs, resulting in reduced operating costs and minimum downtime. Designed for industrial producers requiring high-pressure hydrogen, such as chemical and refinery manufacturers, the unique CHC technology is load-following, which means its output closely matches process demand patterns. While running continuously, the system supplies the flow rate needed by the process at any given time, helping to minimize vent losses in the system and making the technology more efficient than traditional liquid hydrogen pumps. <br /></li> <li>The PolarFit™ Ultra-Fine-Grinding Mill for cost-effective reduction of hard-to-grind materials to smaller particle sizes than can be achieved with conventional impact mills. This unique grinding system uses a combination of size reduction mechanisms―including impact, attrition and particle-particle collision―to generate consistent yields of particles between 45 and 240 microns, and in some cases as small as 10 microns. The mill is ideal for cryogenic size reduction of a wide range of materials, including pigments, plastics, powder coatings, thermoplastic elastomers, waxes, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, spices and other food products. </li> </ul> <p>Air Products also will share “Best Practices in Nitrogen Blanketing for Safety and Quality” at 10:40 a.m. on Thursday, November 3, as part of the AIChE Northeast Regional Conference session on Process Plant Safety. <br /><br />“As a chemical industry leader in both safety and cryogenic applications, Air Products works closely with customers to understand their specific operations and applications,” said Nancy Easterbrook, applications manager for the Chemical Processing and Pharmaceutical industries at Air Products. “This enables us to help our customers implement a nitrogen blanketing system that meets their safety and quality requirements while minimizing their capital costs and operating expenses.” <br /><br />In addition, Air Products will present “Hydrogen: Innovative Solutions” at the Exhibitor Product Technology Theater (900 Aisle) on Wednesday, November 2, at 1:00 p.m. As the world’s leading hydrogen supplier, Air Products has the hydrogen supply and technology solutions to meet the needs of a number of industries such as electronics, foods, glass, chemicals, refining and more. <br /><br />To learn more about Air Products’ portfolio of gases, equipment and technology solutions for the Chemical Processing industry, stop by Booth #120 at the CHEM SHOW to speak with one of the company’s knowledgeable representatives, call 800-654-4567, or visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/chemprocessing">www.airproducts.com/chemprocessing</a>.  <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010. </span></p>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400{A3F43C38-6F16-4420-891D-2395F4848D02}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/09/0928-air-products-otwiera-rozdrabnianiu-kriogenicznym-zaklad-testowy.aspxAir Products otwiera nowoczesny zakład testowy w Niemczech i tym samym wyznacza nowe standardy w rozdrabnianiu kriogenicznymFirma Air Products, największy producent i dostawca gazów technicznych w Polsce oraz uznany lider w rozdrabnianiu kriogenicznym, ogłosiła dziś otwarcie nowoczesnego zakładu testowego w Bobingen w Niemczech, którego głównym elementem jest udoskonalony młyn drobnomielący PolarFit™, służący do precyzyjnego rozdrabniania kriogenicznego. <br /><br />Zainteresowani klienci mogą przekonać się o zaletach tej technologii w trakcie demonstracji procesu rozdrabniania kriogenicznego. Instalacja testowa umożliwia jego analizę, a system klasyfikacji za pomocą powietrza pokazuje możliwości dystrybucji ściśle określonej wielkości cząstek. <br /><br />Rozdrabnianie kriogeniczne polega na mieleniu materiałów w niskich temperaturach przy użyciu ciekłego azotu. Świadomość zalet tej technologii w przemyśle chemicznym, farmaceutycznym oraz spożywczym stale wzrasta. W sektorach tych zauważalny jest wzrost popytu na coraz mniejsze cząsteczki oraz na wykorzystywanie młynów, które umożliwiają osiągnięcie maksymalnej wydajności przy możliwie najniższych kosztach. <br /><br />Dzisiejszy komunikat to przykład na to, że Air Products aktywnie wspiera rozwój w dziedzinie rozdrabniania kriogenicznego. Oferując specjalistyczną wiedzę i technologie dla różnych gałęzi przemysłu, firma Air Products wspomaga klientów przy podnoszeniu wydajności oraz uzyskiwaniu znaczącego wzrostu jakości procesów produkcji, przetwarzania i recyklingu materiałów. <br /><br />„Bardzo nas cieszy, że możemy poszerzyć wachlarz usług oferowanych klientom w Europie <br />o tę nowo otwartą instalację testową. Posiadamy ponad czterdziestoletnie doświadczenie <br />w projektowaniu i instalowaniu kompleksowych rozwiązań do rozdrabniania kriogenicznego oraz w analizowaniu próbek materiałów. Pozwala nam to wspierać klientów przy projektowaniu i wdrażaniu opłacalnych technologii rozdrabniania” – powiedział Neil Hansford, specjalista Air Products ds. zastosowań kriogenicznych. <br /><br />Młyn PolarFit™ firmy Air Products do ultra drobnego rozdrabniania kriogenicznego, zainstalowany w Bobingen, zapewnia stałą, wysoką jakość materiału wyjściowego. Dzięki zastosowaniu różnych kombinacji mechanizmów redukcji rozmiaru, w tym udaru, ścierania oraz zderzania cząstek, można o wiele drobniej zmielić materiały trudne do rozdrobnienia, takie jak elastomery termoplastyczne, bądź tworzywa sztuczne, niż przy użyciu tradycyjnych metod. System ten umożliwia osiągnięcie wyników na poziomie między 45 a 240 mikronów, a w niektórych przypadkach nawet 10 mikronów. Dodatkowo urządzenie umożliwia dostosowanie stopnia rozdrobnienia, pozwalając uzysk ać zarówno gruboziarnisty, jak i miałki materiał wyjściowy. Efektywne wykorzystanie ciekłego azotu skutkuje natychmiastowym odbiorem ciepła z procesu rozdrabniania oraz optymalizuje jakość produktu końcowego dzięki uniknięciu uszkodzeń wywołanych wysoką temperaturą. W efekcie klienci mogą zwiększyć tempo produkcji przy obniżeniu kosztów operacyjnych. <br /><br />Firma Air Products posiada także doświadczenie w towarzyszącej rozdrabnianiu klasyfikacji cząstek za pomocą powietrza. Technologia klasyfikowania materiału rozdrobnionego kriogenicznie przynosi klientom dodatkowe korzyści – stosując ten system wraz z młynem drobnomielącym PolarFit™, można uzyskać korzystniejszą dystrybucję cząstek materiału finalnego, zwiększając tym samym wydajność produkcji, a także zmniejszyć potrzebę dodatkowej kontroli jakości produktu końcowego. <br /><br />Zapraszamy do odwiedzania stoiska Air Products nr 7-448 w hali nr 7 na targach POWTECH 2011, które odbędą się w dniach 11-13 października 2011 r. w Norymberdze w Niemczech. <br /><br />Materiał video na temat zakładu testowego Air Products w Bobingen dostępny jest pod adresem <a href="http://www.airproducts.com.pl/cryogenics/kriogenika/grinding.htm">www.airproducts.com.pl/cryogenics/kriogenika/grinding.htm</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>Informacje o Air Products <br /></strong>Air Products (NYSE: APD) obsługuje klientów na rynku przemysłowym, energetycznym, technologicznym oraz medycznym na całym świecie, dostarczając im wyjątkową gamę gazów atmosferycznych, procesowych i specjalnych, osprzęt oraz usługi serwisowe. Założona w 1940 roku firma jest liderem w swojej branży na szybko rozwijających się rynkach półprzewodników, wodoru, domowych usług medycznych, skraplania gazu ziemnego oraz produkcji zaawansowanych powłok i klejów. Firma Air Products znana jest z innowacyjności, wysokiej sprawności działania oraz zaangażowania na rzecz bezpieczeństwa i ochrony środowiska. Przychody Air Products w 2010 roku wyniosły 9 miliardów dolarów amerykańskich. Firma prowadzi działalność w ponad 40 krajach na świecie zatrudniając 18,3 tysiąca pracowników. Air Products prowadzi działalność w 15 krajach Europy, włączając w to kraje Europy Centralnej i Wschodniej, takie jak Słowacja, Czechy, Rosja i Polska. <br /><br />Firma Air Products, która jest obecna w Polsce od 18 lat, konsekwentnie wdraża strategię rozwoju opartą na starannie dobranych inwestycjach. Po przejęciu BOC Gazy w 2007 roku Air Products stał się największym producentem gazów technicznych w Polsce. Dodatkowe informacje dostępne są pod adresem <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /><br /></span><strong>Dodatkowych informacji udzielają: <br /></strong><a href="mailto:pazdzij@airproducts.com">Janusz Paździora <br /></a>Air Products Sp. z o.o. <br />tel. +48 694 406 733 <br /><br /><a href="mailto:jsoroczynski@questiapr.pl">Jarosław Soroczyński</a> <br />Questia Sp. z o.o. <br />Communications Management Consultants <br />tel. +48 22 623 07 00Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400{025A0FC0-B3E4-4A08-91DF-664DC18326D4}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/09/0927-air-products-will-showcase-its-polarfit-cryogenic-solutions-at-rubber-expo.aspxAir Products Will Showcase Its PolarFit™ Cryogenic Solutions for Deflashing, Grinding, Process Cooling and Inerting at Rubber ExpoAir Products (NYSE:APD), a recognized leader in cryogenic technology, will showcase its PolarFit™ industrial gas-based technologies and process improvement solutions for deflashing, grinding, process cooling and inerting at this year’s Rubber Expo in Cleveland, Ohio, from October 11-13. Manufacturers looking to lower costs and increase productivity can stop by Booth #2162 to learn more about Air Products’ high-quality process systems using liquid nitrogen. <br /><br />“Air Products has decades of laboratory and plant experience in cryogenics,” said Glenn Stroup, industry engineer for Industrial Cryogenics at Air Products. “We have a very knowledgeable team who works closely with our customers to analyze and understand their entire processes. This enables us to help them identify areas for potential improvements and recommend solutions that can help improve the efficiency, safety and profitability of their operations.” <br /><br />Air Products has a state-of-the-art lab in Allentown, Pa., where the company can test a customer’s product on production-scale equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process and also to help quantify the benefits versus the cost. For customers who want to evaluate their cryogenic deflashing or grinding processes, the lab provides access to the latest in testing equipment and services that can help them improve throughput, enhance quality, and reduce capital and operating expenditures. <br /><br />To learn more about Air Products’ reliable industrial gas supply options for small and large volume users and other gas-based solutions for the rubber industry, call 800-654-4567 (mention code 880); visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/rubber">www.airproducts.com/rubber</a>; or stop by Air Products’ Booth #2162 at Rubber Expo to speak with one of the company’s knowledgeable representatives. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>. <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and <br />financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010. </span>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400{B4C1D34F-A87A-452D-9EFF-9CAF31A1CF94}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/09/0926-air-products-inaugure-un-centre-dessais-dernier-cri-en-allemagne.aspxAir Products inaugure un centre d’essais dernier cri en Allemagne et établit ainsi de nouveaux standards en matière de cryo-broyage Air Products, producteur de gaz industriels et leader reconnu en cryo-broyage, est fier d’annoncer l’ouverture en Allemagne d’un centre d’essais et de démonstration à la pointe de la technologie, équipé de son tout nouveau cryo-broyeur ultra fin PolarFit™. <br /><br />Des démonstrations à échelle industrielle du procédé de cryo-broyage permettent aux visiteurs de constater de visu les bénéfices d’une telle technologie. Le site est également doté de tous les moyens d’analyses nécessaires et d’un classificateur pneumatique qui atteste de la capacité du broyeur à offrir une distribution précise des tailles de particules. <br /><br />Le cryo-broyage consiste à broyer à froid des matériaux en employant de l’azote liquide. Ses atouts sont de mieux en mieux connus des industriels de la chimie, de la pharmacie et de l’agro- alimentaire chez qui l’on observe une demande croissante pour une granulométrie fine aussi bien que pour des broyeurs offrant le plus fort rendement possible pour le coût le plus bas. <br /><br />Cette inauguration illustre parfaitement la façon dont Air Products contribue au développement de ce marché. En offrant technologie et expertise aux sociétés d’une large gamme de secteurs industriels, Air Products contribue à améliorer la productivité de ses clients et leur permet de gagner en qualité dans la production, la mise en œuvre et le recyclage des matériaux. <br /><br />« Nous sommes heureux d’étendre nos services à nos clients européens avec ce nouveau centre d’essais » a déclaré Neil Hansford, Spécialiste des applications cryogéniques chez Air Products. « Avec plus de 40 ans d’expérience dans la conception et l’installation de solutions complètes de cryo-broyage et notre expertise en analyse des particules nous sommes capables d’offrir la meilleure assistance possible pour développer et mettre en œuvre un procédé de cryo-broyage rentable. » <br /><br />Le cryo-broyeur ultra fin PolarFit™ d’Air Products installé sur le site de Bobingen permet de produire une poudre homogène de grande qualité en combinant différentes techniques de broyage telles que l’impact, l’attrition et la collision particule contre particule. Les matériaux difficiles à broyer comme les élastomères thermosplastiques, peuvent désormais l’être à des granulométries plus fines que cela n’était possible jusqu’ici avec un équipement classique. Le broyeur produit avec régularité des grains mesurant entre 45 et 250 microns (ou entre 60 et 325 US mesh), et même dans certains cas inférieurs à 10 microns. La distance rotor-stator du broyeur, facile à ajuster, offre une grande flexibilité dans le choix de la taille des particules, pour une granulométrie fine à ultra-fine. Un usage judicieux de l’azote liquide permet de contrer la chaleur engendrée par le processus de broyage et de préserver la qualité du produit en minimisant, voire supprimant les dommages thermiques. Les clients peuvent ainsi optimiser leurs taux de production tout en réduisant leurs coûts opérationnels. <br /><br />L’expérience d’Air Products dans le broyage fin s’étend aussi au domaine de la classification pneumatique. La capacité à classer des matériaux cryo-broyés constitue un atout supplémentaire pour des sociétés qui cherchent à obtenir une distribution granulométrique précise pour leur produit. En offrant un système de classification pneumatique en complément de son cryo-broyeur ultra-fin PolarFit, l’utilisateur peut obtenir une meilleure distribution des tailles de particules et ainsi augmenter son rendement, sa productivité et éviter de devoir recourir à un matériel de tamisage supplémentaire. Des vidéos du centre d’essais sont disponibles sur <a href="http://www.airproducts.fr/cryogenie/broyage.htm">www.airproducts.fr/cryogenie/broyage.htm</a>. <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>A propos d’Air Products : <br /></strong>Air Products sert des clients dans l’industrie, l’énergie, la technologie et la santé à travers le monde entier grâce à un portefeuille unique de gaz de l’air, gaz process et gaz spéciaux, de matériaux de performance, d’équipements et de services. Fondé en 1940, Air Products a su prendre une place prépondérante sur des marchés clés comme les matériaux semi-conducteurs, l’hydrogène de raffinerie, les services de soins médicaux à domicile, la liquéfaction du gaz naturel, le coating et les adhésifs haute technologie. Le Groupe est reconnu pour sa culture de l’innovation, son excellence opérationnelle et son souci permanent de la sécurité et de l’environnement. Air Products a affiché en 2010 un CA mondial de plus de 9 milliards de dollars, est présent dans plus de 40 pays et emploie 18 900 employés à travers le globe. Pour plus d’informations, rendez-vous sur <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  </span>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400{33E9EE43-60E9-487F-8112-F6DD28AE0015}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/09/0915-air-products-increases-prices-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas ProductsEffective, October 1, 2011, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America. The pricing adjustments include increases of: <br /><br />– 5 to 10% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid argon, liquid and bulk hydrogen; and; <br /><br />– 3 to 5% for monthly service charges. <br /><br />Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /><br />The revised prices will offset higher operating costs and increased input costs. Air Products is taking aggressive actions internally to mitigate rising costs by reinvesting to improve efficiencies and maintain reliable supply. <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010. </span>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400{48C8E413-EAFE-4BBF-9BE8-2248C818D00D}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/09/0908-air-products-eroffnet-anlage-fur-testvermahlungen-in-bobingen.aspxNeuer Standard in der kryogenen Vermahlung - Air Products eröffnet Anlage für Testvermahlungen in Bobingen <p>Der Industriegasehersteller Air Products eröffnet als anerkannter Marktführer bei Kaltvermahlungen eine hochmoderne Test- und Versuchsanlage für kryogene Vermahlung für den europäischen Markt. Im Herzen der Testanlage in Bobingen steht die neu entwickelte PolarFit™ Mühle für extra feines <a href="http://www.airproducts.de/cryoTechnologie/grinding.htm">Vermahlen</a>.  <br /><br />Der Vorteil der Anlage für Testvermahlungen ist, dass Kunden aus erster Hand den Nutzen der kryogenen Vermahlung erfahren. Die Anlage bietet neben der umfangreichen Analyse der vermahlten Produkte, die Möglichkeit mit Windsichten, d.h. luftgesteuerter Filterung, eine exakte Korngrößenverteilung zu erzielen. </p> <h3>Kaltvermahlung für kleinste Partikelgrößen </h3> <p>Bei der Kaltvermahlung erfolgt die Zerkleinerung der Materialien mithilfe von Flüssigstickstoff. Chemie-, Pharma- und Nahrungsmittelindustrie erkennen zunehmend die Vorteile dieses Verfahrens, da der Markt zunehmend kleinere Partikelgrößen nachfragt. Gleichzeitig steigen die Anforderungen an die Hersteller, möglichst hohe Durchsätze bei geringen Kosten zu fahren. Air Products fördert die Entwicklung auf diesem Gebiet und stellt einem breiten Branchenspektrum Technologie und Know-how zur Verfügung. Das Unternehmen unterstützt seine Kunden nicht nur dabei, die Produktivität zu steigern, sondern auch erhebliche Qualitätsverbesserungen bei Produktion, Verarbeitung und Recycling von Materialien zu erzielen. <br /><br />„Wir sind sehr stolz darauf, unseren europäischen Kunden mit dieser neuen Testanlage eine weitere Dienstleistung anzubieten“, sagte Neil Hansford, Cryogenic Application Specialist bei Air Products. „Mit unserer 40jährigen Erfahrung in der kryogenen Vermahlung stehen wir unseren Kunden bei der Entwicklung und Umsetzung kosteneffizienter Prozesse beratend zur Seite. Durch unser Know-How bei der Analyse von Partikelproben eröffnen wir unseren Kunden zusätzliches Optimierungspotenzial im Hinblick auf die Vermahlprozesse.“ </p> <h3>Multitalent PolarFit™ Mühle</h3> <p>Die PolarFit™ Mühle von Air Products liefert dank einer Kombination von Zerkleinerungsverfahren wie Aufprall, Abrieb und Teilchen-Teilchen-Kollision eine gleichbleibend hohe Produktqualität. Schwer zu vermahlende Materialien, wie thermoplastische Elastomere, können in kleinere Partikelgrößen zerkleinert werden, als es bisher mit herkömmlichen Mühlen möglich war. Mit dieser Mühle lassen sich gleichmäßige Korngrößen von 45 bis 240 Mikrometer und in einigen Fällen sogar Partikelgrößen von gerade einmal zehn Mikrometer erzielen. Der einfach einstellbare Mahlspalt bietet zudem Flexibilität bei der Wahl der Partikelgröße von grob bis extrem fein. Durch den effizienten Einsatz von Flüssigstickstoff wird die entstehende Wärme aus dem Mahlvorgang entfernt. Dies verhindert oder reduziert Hitzeschäden, was die Produktqualität optimiert. Mit diesem Verfahren können Kunden die Produktionsraten maximieren und gleichzeitig die operativen Gesamtkosten minimieren. <br /><br />Dank Air Products’ Erfahrung in der Feinvermahlung wird zudem der Bereich des Trennverfahrens erweitert. Die Möglichkeit, das kryogen zerkleinerte Material mit Druckluft zu klassieren, bietet zusätzliche Vorteile für Unternehmen, die nach einer Lösung für die Vermahlung ihres Produktes suchen. Durch das Angebot der Windsichtung in Verbindung mit der PolarFit™-Mühle erzielt der Kunde eine verbesserte Partikelgrößenverteilung und dadurch eine Steigerung der Erträge und Produktionsraten. Ebenso verringert sich die Notwendigkeit zusätzlicher Materialklassifizierungen. <br /><br />Sie möchten weitere Informationen über die Testanlage oder möchten einen Besuchstermin vereinbaren? Rufen Sie uns an: Air Products, Telefon 0234/610560. </p> <h3>Weitere Termine: </h3> <ul> <li>28. September 10:30 Uhr – Pressetag in der Testanlage für kryogene Vermahlung in Bobingen </li> <li>11. bis 13. Oktober POWTECH 2011 in Nürnberg, Stand 7-488, Halle 7 </li> </ul> <p>Videos der Testanlage sind unter <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit">www.airproducts.com/microsite/PolarFit</a> abrufbar. Druckfähige Abbildungen sind auf Anfrage erhältlich. <br /><br /><span class="notes"><strong>Über Air Products <br /></strong>Air Products (Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.) bietet seinen Kunden in Industrie, Energiewirtschaft und Gesundheit ein weltweit einzigartiges Portfolio von Industrie-, Prozess- und Spezialgasen, Hochleistungsmaterialien sowie Anlagen und Dienstleistungen. Seit seiner Gründung im Jahr 1940 hat sich Air Products eine führende Stellung in bedeutenden Wachstumsmärkten wie der Halbleiterindustrie, der Wasserstofferzeugung, der Erdgasverflüssigung und des Gesundheitswesens sowie moderner Schicht- und Klebstoffe erarbeitet. Im Mittelpunkt der Unternehmenskultur stehen Innovation, effiziente Prozesse und ein umfassendes Sicherheits- und Umweltbewusstsein. Air Products erzielte im Geschäftsjahr 2010 einen Umsatz von mehr 9 Milliarden US-Dollar und beschäftigte in mehr als 40 Ländern 18.300 Mitarbeiter. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter <a href="http://www.airproducts.de/">www.airproducts.de</a>.  </span><br /><br /><strong>Pressekontakt: <br /></strong><a href="mailto:k.eisert@script-com.de">Katja Eisert <br /></a>Script Corporate+Public Communication <br />Feuerbachstr. 26-32 <br />60325 Frankfurt am Main <br />Tel.: +49 (0)69/7191 389 37 </p>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400{52CD228A-7FDB-4BEC-8E25-32961F6391C3}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/06/0620-air-products-polarfit-ultra-fine-grinding-mill.aspxAir Products Introduces New PolarFit™ <br> Ultra-Fine-Grinding Mill at PTX CanadaAir Products (NYSE:APD), a recognized leader in cryogenic grinding, will introduce its new PolarFit™ ultra-fine-grinding mill at PTX Canada in Toronto from June 21-23. <br /><br />Air Products’ new PolarFit ultra-fine-grinding mill provides a cost-effective way to reduce hard-to-grind materials to smaller particle sizes than can be achieved with conventional impact mills. This flexible grinding system can generate consistent yields of particles between 45 and 250 microns (60 and 325 mesh), and in some cases as small as 10 microns. Now available globally in a range of sizes to match individual customer needs, the mill is ideal for cryogenic size reduction of a wide range of materials, including pigments, plastics, powder coatings, thermoplastic elastomers, waxes, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, spices and other food products. <br /><br />“The PolarFit ultra-fine-grinding mill offers advanced technology to manufacturers who now may be able to grind product to finer particle sizes, with more uniform particle distribution and higher yields in their target range, than they could before with conventional grinding systems,” said Kimberly King, principal industry engineer for North America Merchant Gases at Air Products. “This can open up opportunities for new applications in a variety of markets.” <br /><br />Air Products’ ultra-fine-grinding mill uses a combination of size reduction mechanisms, including impact, attrition and particle-particle collision, to achieve much smaller particle sizes than other mills. The mill has an easily adjustable grinding gap, which allows the production of particle sizes from ultra-fine to coarse, eliminating the need for other types of grinding equipment. Through its efficient use of liquid nitrogen, the Air Products mill can produce ultra-fine particle sizes, more uniform particle distribution and higher yields of particles in target range; improve product quality due to minimal or no heat damage; reduce waste and recycling; and lower production costs. <br /><br />“Air Products’ ultra-fine-grinding mill uses the cooling power of liquid nitrogen to remove heat produced in the grinding process by controlling the temperature of the product or mill,” explained King. “The mill’s higher efficiency helps customers achieve a lower nitrogen-to-product ratio than can be achieved with other mills, further reducing their operating costs.” <br /><br />Air Products has over 40 years of experience in applying cryogenics to grinding applications. The company provides ongoing technical support from its experienced staff and a reliable gas supply in a variety of modes to meet each customer’s requirements. With state-of-the-art trial facilities in Asia, Europe and the United States, Air Products can test a customer’s product to help them determine the feasibility and benefits of using the ultra-fine-grinding mill. To speak with a knowledgeable representative, stop by Air Products Booth #462 at PTX Canada, or for more information call 800-654-4567 (outside the U.S. 610-706-4730) and mention code 869, or visit us online at <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/ultrafine">www.airproducts.com/ultrafine</a>.  <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010.</span>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400{4BA4557B-C1A2-43FA-82DE-2E55CCC82BE9}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2011/02/0217-air-products-to-site-new-asu-and-modernize-middletown-ohio-operations.aspxAir Products to Site New ASU and Modernize Middletown, Ohio OperationsAir Products (NYSE: APD) today announced it will build, own, and operate a new air separation unit (ASU), a new hydrogen production facility and will make additional investment in an existing ASU and liquefier which has been producing industrial gases in Middletown, Ohio. The new facilities, planned to be on-stream in the fourth quarter of 2012, will provide additional capacity to meet customer demand for industrial gases and merchant liquid products in the region. <br /><br />“Air Products has supplied customers in Middletown and the surrounding region with on-site and merchant gases since the 1960s. This new investment shows commitment to our customers in the Midwest market, it will expand our capability to serve the area, and it provides significant modernization of our operations there,” said Wilbur Mok, vice president–Tonnage Gases North America for Air Products. Mok noted that the new facilities will replace some smaller existing operations at this location to meet the increased demand for both on-site and merchant industrial gas products. <br /><br />The new ASU will have production capacity of over 700 tons per day of combined pipeline and merchant oxygen output, and total argon capacity for the site will increase. Air Products will also generate hydrogen at Middletown to meet customer requirements with its PRISM&reg; Hydrogen Generator steam methane reformer (SMR) producing over one million cubic feet per day of hydrogen. Air Products’ on-site hydrogen product offerings were enhanced by the 2008 acquisition of this novel and patented SMR technology with flexibility to meet the varied hydrogen capacity requirements of a customer. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010. </span>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500{75101B41-FA67-4CD7-99FF-AB10866CB939}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2010/12/1214-air-products-india-joint-venture-investing-in-merchant-gases-plants.aspxAir Products’ India Joint Venture Investing in Three New Merchant Gases Plants; Building a Fourth Plant for Long-Term Supply to Saint Gobain Glass <p>Air Products (NYSE: APD)today announced that INOX Air Products Ltd., its joint venture (JV) in India, will construct three air separation units (ASU) and liquefiers for the merchant market and also will build a fourth plant for long-term industrial gas supply to Saint Gobain Glass India. The four facilities are scheduled to come on stream during 2012. <br /><br />“We are the market leader in merchant industrial gases in India, and these new plants are part of our strategy to continue to provide efficient and reliable product to support the strong growth in India. The anticipated manufacturing growth is more than seven percent annually over the next five years, and the demand for industrial gases has been steadily increasing,” said Pavan K. Jain, managing director of INOX Air Products. “The investments strengthen INOX Air Products’ existing substantial presence throughout India and reinforce our supply positions which we have achieved through our strong customer focus.” <br /><br />INOX Air Products will build the ASU and liquefier merchant plants to produce liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, and liquid argon in the states of Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat and Puducherry. All three locations have a strong manufacturing base, and these cost-effective facilities are strategically located close to the principal markets that they serve. <br /><br />INOX Air Products will also build an ASU and liquefier for the merchant market and signed a long-term supply contract for nitrogen and hydrogen with Saint Gobain Glass India (SGGI). The production plants, to be located at SGGI’s facility in the state of Rajasthan, will supply nitrogen from the ASU by pipeline and hydrogen from a steam methane reformer (SMR) plant designed to meet the specific requirements of the customer. The SMR is a product offering from Air Products’ PRISM&reg; gas generation portfolio. <br /><br />“A customer-focused approach was essential in gaining our business. Reliable supply is very important to our project, and we believe INOX Air Products’ industrial gas expertise will deliver on our industrial gas needs,” said Mr. S.N. Eisenhower, director–Operations at Saint Gobain Glass India. <br /><br />In adding these four new facilities, INOX Air Products’ market presence in India continues to grow. Earlier this year, the company announced a long-term contract with POSCO Maharashtra Steel Private Limited (PMSPL) to supply on-site nitrogen and hydrogen gases to its new facility in Vile Bhagad, Maharashtra, in western India. PMSPL is a subsidiary of POSCO, the world’s fourth largest steel producer by output. The nitrogen plant and the SMR are both product offerings from Air Products’ PRISM&reg; gas generation portfolio. The plants are expected to come on stream in late 2011. <br /><br />Air Products’ PRISM line of gas generation systems supply nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen to more than 1,500 customers in over 30 countries worldwide. Air Products’ on-site hydrogen SMR offerings were enhanced by a technology acquisition in 2008 and offer flows across a wide range of requirements with highly efficient use of natural gas. Global markets currently served by Air Products entire PRISM line of gas generation systems include glass, steel, electronics and semiconductors, non-ferrous metals, metals processing, chemicals, food processing and packaging, and energy production and processing. </p> <h3>About Air Products <br /></h3> <p>Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  </p> <h3>About INOX Air Products Ltd. <br /></h3> <p>INOX Air Products Limited is a joint venture company in which the Jain family (former owners of the Industrial Oxygen Company) and Air Products hold an equal stake. Headquartered in Mumbai, INOX Air Products is one of the largest manufacturers of industrial gases in India with 36 plants spread throughout the country and a workforce of approximately 1,200. INOX Air Products Ltd. manufactures and supplies industrial gases including oxygen, nitrogen, helium, argon, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and specialty gas mixtures throughout India. More information can be found at <a href="http://www.inoxairproducts.com/">www.inoxairproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s reasonable expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release regarding important risk factors. Actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors not anticipated by management, including risk factors described in the Company’s Form 10K for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2010.  </span></p>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500{B792196C-408C-4866-8CF9-EB346001F9BF}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2010/09/0916-air-products-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-industrial-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products <p>Effective October 1, 2010, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE: APD) will increase product pricing and monthly service charges for merchant customers in North America as follows: </p> <ul> <li>4-8% for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid argon, liquid and bulk hydrogen; </li> <li>5-10% for liquid and bulk helium; and </li> <li>3-5% for monthly service charges. </li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /><br />The revised prices will offset higher operating costs and increased input costs. We are taking aggressive actions internally to mitigate rising costs by reinvesting to improve efficiencies and maintain reliable supply. <br /><br />Helium is severely impacted by the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) cost increase for crude helium announced last month. <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.</span></p>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400{0F35BCE5-6AFD-417B-BB69-537E4886026B}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2010/06/0630-air-products-to-build-new-asu-at-granite-city-illinois.aspxAir Products to Build New ASU at Granite City, IllinoisAir Products (NYSE: APD) today announced the signing of a new long-term oxygen and nitrogen supply agreement, and that it will build a new air separation unit (ASU) and refurbish its existing ASU and liquefier at its facility in Granite City, Illinois. The new facility, planned to be onstream in the second quarter of 2012, will provide additional capacity for meeting both on-site customer demand for gases and merchant liquid products in the region. <br /><br />“Air Products has been producing industrial gases at Granite City since the 1950s. This new investment will expand our capability to serve current customers and provide significant modernization of our operations there. It represents another step in our commitment to existing customers in that area, and strengthens Air Products’ ability to supply merchant liquid products to customers in the Midwest market,” said Wilbur Mok, vice president–Tonnage Gases North America for Air Products. <br /><br />The new 500-ton-per-day ASU, planned to be onstream in 2012, in combination with the existing, refurbished ASU and liquefier, will add capability to serve both the on-site customer and the merchant market. Total argon capacity for the site will also increase as a result of this project. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations. </span>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400{36793DAB-E78C-4DA2-8B85-C4A4476AA0ED}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2010/04/0427-air-products-licensing-agreement-for-cryogenic-find-grinding-system.aspxAir Products Advances Cryogenic Grinding Capabilities Through Licensing Agreement for Fine Grinding SystemAir Products (NYSE:APD), a recognized leader in cryogenic grinding, has expanded its portfolio of size reduction offerings with the addition of an ultra-fine grinding mill. This patented mill is capable of processing materials at throughputs ranging from just a few kilograms to over 1000 kilograms per hour. Licensed from Lehigh Technologies, Inc., the ultra-fine grinding mill can produce a high yield of micron-scaled powders with a narrow particle size distribution, while maximizing production rates and minimizing overall operational costs. Air Products will introduce the ultra-fine grinding mill to select markets. <br /><br />The addition of this mill, together with ongoing technology and R&amp;D efforts, continue to advance Air Products’ expertise in applying cryogenics to grinding applications. Through this expertise, and the company’s work with leading mill manufacturers developing differentiated technologies, Air Products is able to provide customers with the best overall solution for their size reduction needs. <br /><br />“Air Products is pleased to strengthen our position in offering cryogenic grinding solutions to any market where size reduction is required,” said Georges Decrop, Global Marketing director for Air Products. “Our 40 years of experience in applying cryogenics to grinding technologies, combined with our capability to test grind product samples at our commercial-scale laboratory, enables Air Products to recommend the most cost-effective size reduction processes to meet our customers’ needs.” <br /><br />Lehigh Technologies was recently recognized as a 2010 Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum for this proprietary cryogenic grinding technology, which enables higher-value uses for end-of-life tires in a wide range of applications, such as tire manufacturing, plastics composites, building and construction, and asphalt. <br /><br />“Lehigh is happy to team up with Air Products, a global technology leader that shares our drive for developing innovative and sustainable solutions,” said Alan Barton, CEO of Lehigh Technologies. “We look forward to working with Air Products as they build a world-class manufacturing and supply chain capability that enables our unique, high performance technology to be used by customers around the globe.” <br /><br />For more information about Air Products’ cryogenic grinding solutions, call 800-654-4567 or outside of the U.S. 610-706-4730 (mention code 802), or visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/Products/Equipment/cryogenics/chemicals/grinding.htm">www.airproducts.com/Products/Equipment/cryogenics/chemicals/grinding.htm</a>.    In addition, Air Products representatives will be on hand to discuss your specific technology needs and assist with any process or developmental challenges at the upcoming POWTECH 2010 trade show (Hall 7, Stand #7-448) in Nürnberg, Germany, from April 27-29. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations. </span>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400{9A0366B3-90E2-4349-A537-4DEA02907971}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2009/10/1029-air-products-to-build-new-world-scale-air-separation-unit-in-texas.aspxAir Products to Build New World-Scale Air Separation Unit in Texas <p>Air Products (NYSE: APD) today announced plans to build a new world-scale air separation unit (ASU) at its La Porte, Texas industrial gases facility. The energy efficient ASU will replace older assets at the site and provide benefits to customers through higher-reliability pipeline oxygen and nitrogen supply, and enhanced production of merchant and electronics products including argon and xenon. The new ASU is to be on-stream in October 2011. <br /><br />“This world-scale ASU at La Porte will serve customers across Air Products’ three major business areas of Tonnage Gases, Merchant Gases and Electronics and increase supply security and reliability. It will deliver significant productivity gains through decreased energy consumption and operating costs and supports the company’s sustainability goals,” said Stephen Jones, senior vice president and general manager–Tonnage Gases, Equipment and Energy at Air Products. <br /><br />The new La Porte ASU will ensure the long-term operational viability and customer supply security of one of Air Products’ key liquid argon sources for the North American market. Argon is used primarily for welding, electronics, steel and metals processing applications. The plant also will expand Air Products’ xenon production capacity and improve customer supply security and reliability. Xenon continues to grow as a key material used in the etching steps of semiconductor manufacturing, and the additional volume will support growth in the emerging technologies of plasma display and other lighting applications which depend on xenon’s special properties. <br /><br />The La Porte ASU is part of Air Products’ extensive Gulf Coast network of industrial gas facilities, pipelines and distribution assets. In addition to its oxygen, nitrogen and argon businesses, Air Products has the leading hydrogen position in the region comprised of numerous production facilities and over 450 miles of pipelines reaching from the Houston Ship Channel in Texas to Lake Charles, Louisiana, and from the city of Plaquemine, Louisiana to Chalmette, east of New Orleans. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit: <br />&gt; <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a></p> <p> <em>NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations. </em> </p>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400{B56ABB03-362F-4F4C-B724-F6EA28C0B9A9}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2009/09/0915-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-bulk-industrial-gases.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products <p>Effective October 1, 2009, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE:APD) will increase pricing and monthly service charges as follows for merchant customers in North America for the following products: </p> <ul> <li>liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, liquid argon, liquid and bulk hydrogen by 4% to 8%; and </li> <li>liquid and bulk helium by 5% to 10%. </li> </ul> <p>Some price adjustments may be outside of these ranges based on other specific situations. <br /><br />This pricing initiative is in response to higher operating costs related to running plants with significantly lower product demand, in addition to both higher energy costs and overall increases associated with the production and distribution of merchant gas products. <br /><br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.</span></p>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400{BCE77CBC-3EE9-47EA-8DDD-E26CBEBDDEC5}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2009/02/0223-el-servicio-cryoease-de-carburos-metalicos-una-solucion-para-el-suministro-de-gases.aspxEl servicio CryoEase de Carburos Metalicos una solucion para el suministro de gasesCarburos Metálicos, Grupo Air Products, cuenta con el servicio CryoEase&reg; para el suministro de gases como el nitrógeno, oxígeno, argón o dióxido de carbono, entre otros. Gracias a este servicio se puede instalar un depósito compacto que proporciona el gas a la presión adecuada y de forma ininterrumpida, incluso durante la recarga de los depósitos. <br /><br />Al utilizarse un solo depósito en vez de los habituales bloques de botellas, se consigue una reducción del espacio necesario. Por poner un ejemplo, un pequeño depósito de líquido puede contener el equivalente a 16 botellas a alta presión ocupando un espacio más reducido. Asimismo, al instalarse un sólo depósito se mejora la seguridad y eficacia, ya que el gas se canaliza directamente al punto de utilización, se evita el riesgo de contaminación cruzada al ser recipientes de uso exclusivo, y las entregas, que disminuyen respecto a las botellas, no requieren de la intervención ni manipulación por parte del cliente. <br /><br />Otra de las ventajas del sistema CryoEase<sup>&reg;</sup> es su amplia gama de depósitos que van de los 25 a los 2.000 litros al igual que su fácil instalación. Para su ubicación normalmente no es necesaria ninguna cimentación especial, ni licencia de obra y no requiere de corriente eléctrica ni otros servicios. <br /><br /><strong>Abastecimiento automático </strong><br />Su abastecimiento se realiza de forma automática sin necesidad de realizar ningún pedido con un camión cisterna de Carburos Metálicos de dimensiones reducidas que acude cuando el nivel de gas en el depósito baja hasta un nivel preestablecido. Igualmente, los clientes cuentan con el asesoramiento de un profesional de la compañía en materia de selección de depósito, diseño del sistema de gas, instalación, revisión, mantenimiento y seguridad. <br /><br /><strong>Sobre Carburos Metálicos </strong><br />Carburos Metálicos se constituyó en 1897. Desde entonces ha registrado un crecimiento constante que le ha llevado a liderar el sector de gases industriales y de uso medicinal en España. La empresa cuenta con un equipo de más de 1.000 profesionales, 15 plantas de producción, 2 laboratorios de gases de alta pureza, 41 centros propios y más de 200 puntos de distribución y delegaciones repartidos por todo el territorio nacional. Carburos Metálicos forma parte del Grupo Air Products desde 1995. <br /><br /><strong>Sobre Air Products <br /></strong>Air Products presta servicio a clientes en los mercados tecnológico, energético, sanitario e industrial de todo el mundo, proporcionándoles una oferta global de productos, servicios y soluciones en gases atmosféricos, especiales y de proceso, así como materiales de alto rendimiento e intermedios químicos. Fundada en 1940, Air Products es líder en mercados clave como semiconductores, producción de hidrógeno, servicios de asistencia sanitaria, licuefacción de gas natural y recubrimientos avanzados y adhesivos. La compañía es reconocida por su cultura innovadora, su excelencia operacional y su compromiso con la seguridad y el medioambiente. Air Products tiene unos ingresos anuales de más de 10 billones de dólares, opera en más de 40 países, y cuenta con 21.000 empleados en todo el mundo. Para más información, <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.<br />Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500{04037098-6FF5-496E-94A2-642C226A9107}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2008/09/0915-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase-for-liquid-and-bulk-gas-products.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas ProductsEffective October 1, 2008, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE:APD) will increase schedule pricing on liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen by eight percent, liquid argon and liquid and bulk hydrogen by 12 percent, and liquid and bulk helium by 15 to 30 percent for merchant customers in North America. <br /><br />The pricing initiatives are needed to address continued cost pressures and the need for ongoing investment in infrastructure to improve operating efficiencies. These cost pressures include escalating material, labor, and energy costs associated with the production and distribution of merchant gas products, and to support capital investment required to meet current and future demand. <br /><br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations. <br /></span><br />Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400{4848D35B-B232-4DE8-B7FA-3323A81C41E0}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2008/09/0901-kundeninformation-preisanpassung-fur-flussiggase-zum-1-oktober-2008.aspxKundeninformation: Preisanpassung für Flüssiggase zum 1. Oktober 2008 <p>Die Air Products GmbH passt die Preise für tiefkalte verflüssigte Gase (Stickstoff, Sauerstoff und Argon) sowie für Wasserstoff zum 1. Oktober 2008 an. Diese Maßnahme ist eine Reaktion auf die deutlich gestiegenen Kosten der energieintensiven Erzeugung und Distribution von Industriegasen, in der sich die anhaltenden Preissteigerungen für Strom und Dieseltreibstoff niederschlagen. Alle Anzeichen lassen mittel- und langfristig weitere Kostensteigerungen erwarten. Ursache hierfür ist unter anderem die steigende globale Nachfrage. <br /><br />Weitere Informationen zu den genannten Kostenentwicklungen finden Sie hier: </p> <ul> <li>Strompreisindex des Verbandes der industriellen Energie- und Kraftwirtschaft e.V (VIK)  <br /></li> <li>E.ON-Vorstand: Energiepreisentwicklung war in keinem Szenario enthalten  <br /></li> <li>Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie e.V. (BDI) zur Strompreisentwicklung  <br /></li> <li>Dieselpreisentwicklung laut Bundesverband Güterkraftverkehr Logistik und Entsorgung (BGL) e.V. <br /></li> <li>Handelsblatt: Öl bleibt auf lange Sicht teuer <br /></li> </ul> <p> <strong>Air Products</strong> (Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.) bietet seinen Kunden aus Industrie und Handel ein weltweit einzigartiges Portfolio von Produkten, Dienstleistungen und Lösungen. Das Angebot umfasst Industrie-, Prozess- und Spezialgase sowie chemische Werkstoffe und Zwischenprodukte. Dazu gehören insbesondere Materialien für die Halbleiterfertigung, Wasserstoff- und Erdgasprodukte, Polymere und Klebstoffe sowie medizinische Gase und Dienstleistungen im Bereich der stationären und häuslichen Patientenbetreuung. <br /><br />Seit seiner Gründung im Jahr 1940 hat Air Products sein Angebot kontinuierlich ausgebaut und sich dadurch eine führende Stellung in bedeutenden Wachstumsmärkten erarbeitet. Im Mittelpunkt der Unternehmenskultur stehen Innovation, effiziente Prozesse und ein umfassendes Sicherheits- und Umweltbewusstsein. Air Products erzielt mit rund 22.000 Mitarbeitern in mehr als 40 Ländern einen Jahresumsatz von rund zehn Milliarden US-Dollar. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><strong>Kontakt:</strong> <br />Air Products GmbH <br />Hüttenstrasse 50 <br />45527 Hattingen <br />Deutschland <br />Tel.: +49 (0) 2324 / 689 0 <br />Fax: +49 (0) 2324 / 689 100 <br /><br /><br /></p>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400{31220127-8A3D-457B-94D1-061443574758}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2008/06/0626-der-rekordstand-der-olpreise-macht-eine-Anpassung-des-energiekostenzuschlags-zum.aspxDer Rekordstand der Ölpreise macht eine Anpassung des Energiekostenzuschlags zum 1. August 2008 notwendigDie stetige Anhebung des Rohölpreises in den vergangenen Monaten hat einen immensen Anstieg der Betriebskosten in der gesamten Versorgungskette sowohl bei den technischen als auch bei den Spezialgasen zur Folge. <br /><br />Energie ist ein essentieller Rohstoff innerhalb des Gasgeschäfts; sie wird für den Luftzerlegungsprozess, bei dem Luft in ihre Gasbestandteile zerlegt wird, ebenso benötigt wie für die Hochdruckbefüllung von Gasflaschen und Bündeln oder die Lieferung der Gase an Lieferstellen und Kunden. <br /><br />Trotz unserer Energiesparprogramme sehen wir uns aufgrund der aktuellen Entwicklung an den Energiemärkten daher gezwungen, ab dem 1. August 2008 den für alle Gasflaschen, Bündel, Minitanks und CryoEase &reg;-Produkte geltenden Energiekostenzuschlag zu erhöhen. <br /><br />Alle anderen Preise und Vereinbarungen bleiben davon unberührt . <br /><br />Diese Nachricht gilt für Kunden, die Air Products-Flaschengase und/oder CryoEase &reg;-Produkte beziehen. <br /><br /><br /><strong>Pressekontakt:</strong> <br />Sascha Stoltenow <br />Script Corporate+Public Communication <br />Tel.: 06171/2847-280 <br />Email: <a href="mailto:s.stoltenow@script-com.de">s.stoltenow@script-com.de</a>  <br /><br />Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400{7A2AF208-9083-4B14-BC87-E641C47B34C5}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2008/06/0623-air-products-to-update-product-and-energy-surcharges.aspxAir Products To Update Product and Energy Surcharges for Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products in North AmericaEffective July 1, 2008, Air Products (NYSE:APD) will update product and energy surcharges for all of its liquid and bulk products in North America. These updates are being implemented as a result of the continued extraordinary cost increases for diesel fuel, natural gas and power during the last few months. Diesel fuel, natural gas and power make up a substantial portion of the costs incurred to produce and deliver industrial gases. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  <br /><br /><br /><span class="notes">NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.</span> <br />Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400{8A749C4B-6260-46E5-955D-3F9CDC2C9588}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2008/02/0227-kundeninformation-anpassung-des-ggvs-mautsatzes-zum-1-marz-2008.aspxKundeninformation Anpassung des GGVS Mautsatzes zum 1 Marz 2008 <p>Anhaltende Kostensteigerungen in Vertrieb und Logistik erhöhen den Kostendruck auf die Air Products GmbH. Insbesondere die folgenden Entwicklungen wirken sich sehr belastend auf die Distribution von Industriegasen aus: </p> <h2>Gestiegene Dieselpreise</h2> <p>Laut Statistischem Bundesamt erreichten die Dieselpreise bei Abgabe an Großverbraucher im November 2007 ihren historischen Höchstwert von 103,96 EUR pro 100 Liter. Im Jahresvergleich (Dezember 2006 - Dezember 2007) stiegen die Dieselpreise sogar um 18,2% von 87,62 EUR auf 103,56 EUR pro 100 l. </p> <h2>Erhöhte Mautgebühren</h2> <p>Die Mautgebühren wurden zum 1. September 2007 um 8,9% von durchschnittlich 12,4 Cent auf 13,5 Cent pro Kilometer angehoben. Darüber hinaus hat das Bundesministerium für Verkehr, Bau und Stadtentwicklung (BMVBS) bereits jetzt die nächste Mauterhöhung zum 1. Oktober 2008 um bis zu 52% je nach Emissionsklasse angekündigt. </p> <h2>Reduzierung der Arbeitszeiten für Kraftfahrer</h2> <p>Seit April 2007 dürfen Kraftfahrer laut Arbeitszeitgesetz nur noch maximal 48 anstelle der bisherigen 60 Stunden pro Woche arbeiten. Diese Neuregelung stellt eine erhebliche Kostenbelastung dar, da der verkürzte Arbeitszeitrahmen zusätzliches Fahrerpersonal erfordert. <br /><br />Selbst ständige Prozessoptimierungen und Rationalisierungsmaßnahmen können diese zusätzlichen Belastungen nicht völlig kompensieren. Wir sehen uns deshalb gezwungen, Teile dieser Kostensteigerungen an unsere Kunde weiterzugeben und den GGVS/Mautsatz für unsere tiefkalten verflüssigten Gase (Sauerstoff, Stickstoff und Argon) sowie für Wasserstoff anzupassen. <br /><br />Weitere Informationen finden Sie hier: </p> <ul> <li>Dieselpreisentwicklung laut Bundesverband Güterkraftverkehr Logistik und Entsorgung (BGL) e.V. </li> <li>Pressemitteilung TOLLCOLLECT zur Erhöhung der Mautgebühren </li> <li>Informationen zur Änderung des Arbeitszeitgesetzes von der Berufsgenossenschaft für Handel und Warendistribution (BGHW) </li> <li>Tagesspiegel Presseartikel „Tausende LKW-Fahrer gesucht“ <br /></li> </ul>Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500{A76145A5-CFA6-403A-A55D-13411D199435}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2007/09/0917-air-products-announces-north-american-price-increase.aspxAir Products Announces North American Price Increase For Several Liquid and Bulk Industrial Gas Products <p>Effective October 1, 2007, or as contracts permit, Air Products (NYSE:APD) will increase schedule pricing on bulk helium by 30 percent, liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen by eight percent, liquid and bulk hydrogen by 12 percent, and liquid argon by 12 percent for merchant and government customers in North America. <br /><br />The pricing initiatives are needed to address continued cost pressures and the need for ongoing investment in infrastructure to increase operating rates. These cost pressures include escalating material, labor, and energy costs associated with the production and distribution of its merchantgas products, and to support capital investment required to meet current and future demand. </p> <p> <span class="notes"> <strong>NOTE:</strong> This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.</span> </p>Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400{04B28B99-BE08-467F-AB04-50FAAF43D856}http://www.airproducts.com/Company/news-center/2007/06/0628-air-products-reaches-microbulk-solutions-milestone-with-10000th-installation.aspxAir Products Reaches Microbulk Solutions Milestone with 10,000th Installation <p>Air Products (NYSE: APD) achieved a milestone in May with the 10,000th customer installation of its innovative Microbulk Solutions for small volume industrial gas customers. The installation of Microbulk Solutions at a customer manufacturing facility located in Georgia marked the achievement of the global product offering first introduced in the United States in 2005, and offered in Europe prior to 1990. Microbulk Solutions is a novel gas supply and services option that provides the most technically-advanced and cost-effective alternative to traditional cylinder gas packaging in the marketplace. <br /><br />“Microbulk delivery service and on-site storage and blending systems are very popular and have reached the 10,000th installation because the offering brings the advantages of bulk supply to operations with less than traditional bulk delivery volumes. At the 10,000th installation, Microbulk was the answer for our customer’s argon needs for vacuum furnaces. Whether it is argon or nitrogen for heat-treating furnace atmospheres, nitrogen or oxygen for laser-assist gases, or argon and argon blends for weld shielding, Microbulk supply can mean efficient, economical and reliable supply for small-volume users,” said John Tapley, Microbulk business development manager at Air Products. <br /><br />Air Products’ Microbulk Solutions has had an impact for several markets including metals processing, biotechnology, foods, electronics and healthcare industries, and for applications with relatively small volume gas requirements. The service appeals to small-volume customers by virtually eliminating cylinder handling and reducing the number of product deliveries. <br /><br />Microbulk tank trucks provide fast fills into storage tanks that are designed to offer customers a range of flexible supply options. They feature automatic fill shut-off devices; computer telemetry that remotely monitors tank levels, or programmable digital liquid level gauges to help customers monitor their inventory; and tanks with enhanced thermal qualities to limit product loss during periods of little or no use. Microbulk Solutions provide a much simplified supply chain option over the former gas supply practice of many industries’ processing operations that historically relied on high-pressure cylinders and dewars―a labor-intensive approach often resulting in wasted residual gas and the potential for interrupted supply, cross-contamination and safety issues. <br /><br />Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment and is listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good Indices. The company has annual revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and over 20,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.airproducts.com/">www.airproducts.com</a>.  </p> <p> <span class="notes"> <strong>NOTE:</strong> This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.</span> <br /> <br /> </p>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400