Electronics

Industrial gases, particularly nitrogen, are used in a variety of electronic applications, one of the most significant being semiconductor manufacturing. The use of industrial gases is so critical in that market that many industrial gas companies are integrated with semiconductor manufacturers, either through subsidiaries or suppliers.

In addition to semiconductor applications, nitrogen is used in circuit board manufacturing, chemical storage and military applications, among others. Industrial gases are also used in flat panel displays, solar panels, and lighting (e.g., LED, incandescent lamps, headlights).