FAQs

Yes. Liquid nitrogen is safe to use in the food and beverage industry, but precautions must always be taken.

We recommend liquid nitrogen is always handled by a trained technician. Although it is a safe product, it can cause severe injury if not handled correctly.

Yes. If it is not stored or handled correctly, liquid nitrogen can explode due to pressure build-up. Always make sure anyone handling liquid nitrogen has been trained to do so safely.

Depending on the size and design of the container, liquid nitrogen can last from a few hours to a few weeks.

Yes. Liquid nitrogen should always be handled with protective equipment, to keep everyone who may come in contact with it safe.

Yes, if the correct safety precautions are not taken. Liquid nitrogen can severely burn skin, and hospital treatment would be required.

No. It is not considered poisonous, but nitrogen gas can be an asphyxiant if large quantities are present in a confined space with limited fresh air.

Liquid nitrogen is stored in specially manufactured containers called dewars. They come in various sizes, starting at 10 litres.

Liquid nitrogen is −195.79 °C.

Yes. Liquid nitrogen is normally delivered by trained technicians who have the correct safety and delivery equipment.

Compared to many other gases, liquid nitrogen is a very economical way to get results across a wide range of industries.

Food and beverage, pipe freezing, shrink fitting, medical, scientific equipment, special effects and veterinary work, to name a few. It has many more uses across different industries.

Liquid nitrogen is made by the cryogenic distillation of liquid air.