Air Products was founded in 1940 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. Initially, the company produced atmospheric gases through the use of a small-scale cryogenic distillation process. Over the years, it expanded its operations globally through acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and organic growth.

Air Products specialises in the production and distribution of industrial gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium, and hydrogen.

Products offered:

• Atmospheric Gases: Oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and rare gases.
• Process Gases: Hydrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, and syngas.
• Specialty Gases: High-purity gases for specific applications in research, healthcare, and electronics.
• Gas Handling Equipment: Cryogenic tanks, gas cylinders, valves, regulators, and gas distribution systems.
• Engineering and Project Management: Design, construction, and commissioning of gas production plants and related infrastructure.
• Consulting and Technical Support: Assistance with gas applications, process optimisation, and safety compliance.

General Facts 

Air Products owns and operates:

• 3 x Air Separation Units in Great Britain producing the main air gases.
• Own and operate 2 x Hydrogen plants in the UK.
• Delivery services are supported by directly employed drivers, some contractors and by agents and resellers who use their own vehicles for packaged gas products (cylinders).
• Bulk gas deliveries are made by air product drivers directly.