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Industrial Gases & Applications for the Space Industry
Supplying the space industry is not new to Linde. Linde-supplied liquid oxygen has supported customers such as the Kennedy Space Center since the Apollo program. From portable & temporary supplies to bulk needs to on-site production, Linde has it all. We have been involved in space industry developments at Linde for over a century. Today, our industrial gases, services, and supply systems allow our customers, both established and those that are growing, to meet environmental and safety standards, reduce operating costs, and, most importantly, continue to push the boundaries. And as your business grows, Linde grows with you, to meet your changing needs. That means you can rely on Linde to meet your needs today ... and tomorrow.
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Gases for Additive Manufacturing of Parts & Components

Nitrogen and argon are an integral part of every manufacturing step in the metal powder production process. Metal AM also relies on high purity nitrogen and argon gas to fabricate spacecraft components that meet stringent technical specifications and required physical properties. Nitrogen and argon atmospheres for 3D printing protect metal powders that are reactive with oxygen or other air components.
More about nitrogen & the other gases used throughout the AM process

Analytics & Integrity Testing

Specialty and industrial gases perform vital functions. Spacecraft components and satellites are tested in thermal vacuum chambers, cooled by Linde specialty and industrial gases to simulate the cold temperatures and vacuum of space. All materials are analyzed in the laboratory for composition and integrity to ensure that they will function as designed. Helium, for leak testing, is just one of the specialty gases used.
Additional analytic and integrity testing using helium and other gases

Propellant Gases for Launch

Industrial gases play critical roles in engine testing and launches. Launch vehicles use cryogenic propellants, liquefied gases stored at low temperatures, that serve as fuel and oxidizers.
More on launch gases and engine testing

Satellite Propulsion using Rare Gases

Rare gases are used for spacecraft and satellite solar electric propulsion. These gases are used to power ion thrusters, allowing spacecraft to reach and maintain desired orbits.
Further information on Linde rare gases for propulsion

Related Gases & Specifications

With a strong resolve to return to the moon and onward to Mars, along with increasing satellite deployment, the pursuit of privatized space stations and the emergence of space tourism means commercial opportunities in space are launching upward. While launches tend to steal the headlines, industrial gases are involved in various stages before, during and after lift-off. When every stage is mission critical, quality and reliability are key.
The industrial gases that support space exploration

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Upcoming Industry Events

We exhibit new offerings and present in-depth discussions at market conferences and industry trade shows throughout the year.

June 25, 2026 - June 29, 2025

Join us at World PM 2026
Montreal, QC

The WorldPM2026/AMPM2026/Tungsten2026 conferences are the primary source for metal powder technology. Linde will be promoting its ADDVance® Laser230, the company’s latest bespoke gas technology used to optimize the additive manufacturing of copper, along with Linde’s powder atomization test bench which enables the testing of various powder production gas parameters, as well as its cold spray gas supply option.

Palais des congress de Montreal (Montreal Convention Center)
Montreal, Canada

Linde will be in booth 513

September 14, 2026 - September 17, 2026

Join us at the Glass Problems Conference and Symposium
Toledo, OH

The 87th Glass Problems Conference and Symposium provide technical education through expert lectures, panel discussions, and focused courses on topics, including glass melting, refractories, process control, emissions, and raw materials.  Attendees can learn about Linde's extensive oxy-fuel combustion experience in the glass industry.

Conference at Glass City Center
Hospitality Exhibit at Renaissance Hotel 
Toledo, OH 

Linde is an Optic Sponsor and will be hosting at the GPC Hospitality Booths. 

October 12, 2026 - October 14, 2026

Join us at Furnaces North America 2026
Indianapolis, IN

FNA 2026 will be the largest heat treat show of the year in North America offering 35 technical sessions and a 2-day trade show to network with 160+ top suppliers. Linde will highlight gases and technologies for improved productivity in the heat treat industry. 

Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, IN

Linde will be in booth #TBD
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