BOC is by far the biggest industrial gases supplier in the UK. BOC specialises in the production and distribution of industrial gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium, and hydrogen. These gases are essential in various industries including manufacturing, healthcare, food and beverage, metallurgy, electronics, and aerospace. BOC also provides related services such as gas equipment, engineering, and consultancy services.

Products offered:

• Industrial Gases: Oxygen, nitrogen, argon, carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, acetylene, and specialty gases in all supply modes.
• Gas Handling Equipment: Gas cylinders, valves, regulators, and gas control systems.
• Gas Applications: Solutions for welding, cutting, heat treatment, freezing, and modified atmosphere packaging.
• Engineering Services: Design, installation, and maintenance of gas production and distribution systems.
• Safety Services: Training, consulting, and equipment for safe handling and use of industrial gases.

General Facts

BOC owns and operates:

• 7 Air Separation Units in the UK and Ireland producing the main air gases
• The largest number of hydrogen production sites in the UK
• The only Acetylene producing plant in the UK