Food industry
FO-20 and FO-25 are ideal for the food industry, especially for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP). The gases used – oxygen and carbon dioxide – are natural gases found in the atmosphere and support safe and high quality food packaging. The anti-microbial properties of carbon dioxide, combined with the freshness-maintaining properties of oxygen, make the mixtures ideal for improving the shelf life of fresh vegetables, ready meals and bakery products, for example.

Laboratories and calibration
FO-20 and FO-25 can also be used as test gases and calibration gases to ensure the accuracy of measuring instruments. Their well-defined compositions and stable properties make them excellent choices for analytical and quality control needs, especially when a reproducible and reliable gas mixture is required to ensure measurement results.

Available grades:
Food grade FO-2O/FO-25

Packaging:
FO-20 and FO-25 gases are available in cylinders and cylinder batteries.

Gases behave differently depending on their quality and state. Always consult the product’s safety data sheet before using the product. A safety data sheet is a document that conveys information about the properties, risks and safe use of a substance or mixture for industrial or professional use.

Fire promoting
FO-20, FO-25 gases are not flammable, but an increase in oxygen content strongly intensifies combustion. Oxygen reacts strongly with many organic and inorganic substances. Even substances that are normally considered non-combustible may ignite. Cylinders may rupture/explosion as a result of fire.

Use
– When handling the substance, follow the instructions and safe working practices given
– The gas handler must be properly trained
– Use only carefully checked pressure regulators and other operating equipment suitable for this gas. If in doubt, contact Woikoske.
– The valve is opened and closed by hand. Approximately one turn is sufficient to open the cylinder. The use of assistive devices is prohibited!
– The gas cylinder in use must be properly secured.
– Keep the valve outlets clean! (especially from oil and grease)
– Close the cylinder valve after each use and when the cylinder is empty.
– Always report damaged valves and cylinders to Woikoske
– No smoking or open fires during use

Transport
– The driver must be aware of the potential dangers of the load and know his duties in the event of accidents and incidents.
– Bottles must be transported in an upright position wherever possible
– The load must be secured
– The protective cap on the bottle valve must ALWAYS be in place during transport or even minor handling
– Bottles must not be knocked, thrown or dropped from the truck platform
– Attention ADR regulations during transport

Storage
– Observe all legal and local requirements for the storage of cylinders
– Store cylinders in a well ventilated area
– Cylinders should not be stored in conditions that promote corrosion
– Cylinders are stored upright and secured so that they cannot fall over
– Valve caps of gas cylinders shall be in place during storage
– Empty and full cylinders should be kept separate