Definition
This industry comprises management units primarily engaged in the manufacture of industrial gases. These may be both organic and inorganic and will take various forms such as compressed, liquid, or solid. The gases are extracted from the air by a process of separation or are produced by chemical synthesis. Key inputs are electricity and natural gas. They are then supplied to a diverse range of customers including industrial, medical and specialized users. Industry participants are not involved in the manufacture of ethane, butane or chlorine gases.

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Major market segments are identified and also those forces affecting demand and supply within the industry. Performance analysis includes emerging industry trends as well as recent results and performance of each key company. Drawing on the depth of information IBISWorld also provides 5 year forecasts for each industry.

Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure, technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic regional data.

Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.