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The semiconductor industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. Beyond traditional electronics such as computers, smartphones, and digital displays, demand is now fueled by cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), 5G/6G, cloud computing, electric vehicles, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

In the world of specialty gases, precision, reliability, and safety are non-negotiable. Whether used for feeding sensitive gas analyzers, maintaining controlled atmospheres in laboratories, or powering critical control units, the equipment behind the gas supply must deliver flawless performance. Even the smallest interruption or impurity can compromise results, damage equipment, or jeopardize safety.

Refrigerant gases are essential for cooling and climate control in homes, businesses, and industries worldwide. However, their environmental footprint is significant, even as the industry shifts toward lower-impact alternatives. That’s why proper management and the right components, especially refrigerant valves, are more important than ever.

Calibration gases play a crucial role in ensuring accurate measurements across laboratories and industrial applications, from environmental monitoring and industrial hygiene to analytical instrumentation. However, safely managing these gases often involves complexity, risks, and handling errors due to multiple components like cylinders, separate valves, regulators, and connecting hoses. Integrated valves (VIPRs—Valve with Integrated Pressure Regulator) are transforming calibration gas management by consolidating essential components into one compact unit. Rotarex, a leader in gas control solutions, has developed innovative VIPRs such as the Flowcal (D553) and Ducal (D551), significantly simplifying operations.

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Let’s get to know the Automatec team, an essential pillar of Rotarex’s in-house production of automated equipment, devices and assembly tools. Made up of dynamic, passionate professionals, this team designs, manufactures and maintains machines designed to optimize industrial processes.

Many gases used in the electronics industry and research have corrosive or toxic properties, making it essential to ensure your gas equipment remains reliable and safe. Corrosion can occur externally due to environmental conditions like humidity, salty marine environments, or internally due to chemical reactions between the gas and equipment materials. Internal corrosion not only poses safety risks but can contaminate gases, compromising purity.

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Integrated circuit manufacturing is based on a series of highly precise technological steps, carried out in an extremely clean environment. At each stage, ultra-high-purity gases are essential to guarantee quality, reproducibility, and process safety., with a focus on critical application points where UHP gases are used. Here's an overview of the major manufacturing stages highlighting critical UHP gas application points, and emphasizing equipment such as valves, regulators, fittings, and distribution panels that maintain gas purity and ensure maximum leak-tightness, which is critical for safety and integrity of the system.

It is key to be fully aware of the regulatory compliance standards when it comes to transporting and storing pressurized gases. It is critical to ensure that gas cylinders are properly designed, tested, marked, and handled to guarantee the safety of personnel and the environment. Whether you're dealing with DOT cylinders in the U.S., UN Pressure Receptacles internationally, or TPED cylinders in Europe, there are mandatory requirements for each region.