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In Gas Storage, Argon Presents Safety Challenges

Dec 3rd, 2009 | gas

When it comes to using gas, argon is naturally ideal as an inert gas because it’s cheap for manufactures as well as flame retardant. However, processing the gas can be deadly if faulty or aging gas handling equipment is used. Undetected leaks can result in asphyxiation and death, as proven in a 1995 incident in [...]