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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.

April 28, 2026 - April 29, 2026

PetFood Forum
Kansas City Convention Center

PetFood Forum is an all-inclusive opportunity to interact with leading pet food manufacturers and brands. Linde will present cryogenic freezing and chilling options for producing quality fresh frozen & refrigerated food blends.


Linde is in booth #2432

May 4, 2026 - May 7, 2026

Visit us at AISTech
Pittsburgh, PA

AISTech is North America’s largest annual iron and steel technology conference and exposition. Attendees will gain a better understanding of Linde’s broad array of gases and services for the global metals industry. Linde will also be showcasing technologies to drive decarbonization and improve energy efficiency & productivity.

Bryan Bielec, Rafat Hirmiz and Joe Maiolo of Linde Technology - Metals, will be presenting, Injection of CO2 and Methane Into the EAF: Process Benefits, Injector Design and Trial Plans, Session: Electric Steelmaking: Scrap & Raw Materials on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Presentation Time: 08:00 AM Room: 317

Rafat Hirmiz, Kristina Mabic, Nidhin Thekkedath Madhu, Martin Adendorff and Joe Maiolo of Linde Technology - Metals, will be presenting, NOx Emissions and Thermal Performance of Flameless Hydrogen Oxyfuel Combustion in Reheat Furnaces, Session: Energy & Utilities: Reheat Furnace Improvements on Monday, May 4, 2026. Presentation Time: 09:30 AM Room: 411

View the full AISTech Technical Program at aist.org/conferences-expositions

David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA

Linde is in booth #1721

May 4, 2026 - May 6, 2026

Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT)
Las Vegas Convention Center - West Hall

Hydrogen refueling options driving economic & environmental sustainability. Linde produces hydrogen and engineers hydrogen fueling facilities to help power the future.
 

Philippe Heisch, Managing Director - Linde Hydrogen, will present "Accelerating Hydrogen Adoption Through Innovation and Scale" as part of the Hydrogen Mobility Workshop session
Monday, May 4, 2026
9:15 am – 10:00 am

Holly O'Donnell, Director of Government Programs, will share a case study focusing on the Humboldt Transit Authority success of the hydrogen mobile fueler (HMF) and their transition to zero emissions quickly and economically.
Expo Hall Theater North: Showcase - Hydrogen
Tues, May 5, 2026 - 11:45am - 11:55am

Linde is an ACT Gold Sponsor and is exhibiting in booth #1801
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