About Helium Gas
What is Helium Gas?
Helium gas (He) is a colorless, odorless, and non-toxic noble gas that is lighter than air. It is the second lightest element in the periodic table and is primarily known for its low density and unique properties.
Here are some key points about helium gas:
1). Low Density: Helium is the least dense gas at standard conditions. Due to its low density, it has numerous applications where buoyancy or low weight is desired. For example, helium is used to fill balloons, airships, and blimps, as it makes them float in the air.
2). Inert and Non-Reactive: Helium is chemically inert, meaning it does not readily react with other elements or compounds. It does not combust or support combustion, making it safe to use in various applications. Its inertness also makes it suitable for use in controlled environments, such as in manufacturing processes or scientific experiments.
3). Cooling Properties: Helium has exceptional cooling properties. It is commonly used as a cooling medium in various applications, including cryogenics, superconductivity, and cooling of magnets in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines. Helium’s low boiling point of -268.93 degrees Celsius (-452 degrees Fahrenheit) allows it to be used in extremely low-temperature applications.
4). Medical Applications: Helium is used in certain medical procedures. It can be mixed with oxygen to create a breathing mixture for patients with severe respiratory conditions. Helium-oxygen mixtures can help reduce the effort required for breathing by lowering the density of the gas mixture.
5). Scientific and Industrial Applications: Helium has various applications in scientific research, such as in gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and as a carrier gas in analytical instruments. It is also used in leak detection, as it can pass through small openings and be detected easily.
6). Limited Availability: Helium is a finite resource on Earth and is relatively scarce. It is primarily obtained as a byproduct of natural gas extraction. Due to its limited availability and unique properties, helium is considered a valuable resource.
It’s important to note that helium gas should be handled with care, and safety precautions should be followed when using it. Its low density can cause it to rapidly escape from containers and confined spaces, and inhaling helium directly from a high-pressure source can be dangerous.
Trade Process
Our trade process spreads across CIF, FOB, TTO, and TTT, depending on the buyer’s preference.
Here’s what they entail:
1). Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF): Here, the seller will handle everything from loading the vessel, paying for insurance, and sending the product to wherever the buyer wants it delivered.
2). Freight On Board (FOB): Here, the seller pays for the transportation of the goods to the port of shipment, plus loading costs, while the buyer pays the cost of marine freight transport, insurance, unloading, and transportation from the originating port to the final destination.
3). Tanker Take Over (TTO): Here, the buyer will take over the vessel, offload the product at their destination, and return it.
4). Tanker To Tanker (TTT): Here, the buyer uses their own vessel, long sides with the seller’s vessel, and then the cargo is transshipped when the transaction is fully settled.