Aluminium Cylinders are well known all over the world for their resistance to corrosion in every environment, either in Dry, Humidity or low-humidity conditions. In the Hospital & Medical Industry this feature of Aluminium Cylinders plays a very vital role, because Aluminium Cylinders does not rust like steel does when expose to moisture and Oxygen or other Medical Gases. Aluminium Alloy which used to manufacture Aluminium Cylinders are carefully formulated to enhance Cylinder’s corrosion resistance while maintaining mechanical strength and other desired properties, these alloys are selected based on their ability to withstand all environmental conditions. Aluminum naturally forms a thin oxide layer on its surface when exposed to oxygen in the air which is known as passivation. This oxide layer acts as a protective barrier against further oxidation and corrosion. It significantly prevents deeper penetration of moisture and contaminants that could cause corrosion.

Medical Oxygen (O2): – Medical Oxygen is a very crucial lifesaving gas, so reliable & safe storage of medical oxygen is essential for maintaining patient care and safety in the hospitals and healthcare facilities. The Medical Oxygen can be stored in Aluminium Cylinders for long time with maintaining the integrity and purity of Oxygen Gas, as Aluminium Cylinders are corrosion free so it could not affect the accuracy and performance of stored Oxygen and keep it free from any contamination.  On the other hand, steel cylinders are more susceptible to corrosion and rusting, thus oxygen taken from steel cylinders might contain iron particles making them unsuitable for medical use.

• In Western & European countries most of the hospitals and healthcare facilities are using Aluminium Cylinders for storage & supply of Oxygen Gas for the better safety and care of the patients.

• The University of Rhode Island’s study of cylinder internal corrosion reveals that:
  Under equal conditions of moisture in cylinders, aluminium cylinders are much better, so oxygen stored in aluminium cylinders may retain its quality longer.

Medical Carbon Dioxide (CO2): – Aluminium Cylinders are ideal to store Medical Carbon Dioxide, because when Carbon Dioxide comes in contact with moisture or water component accidently or while storing, it forms Carbonic acid, this carbonic acid corrode a steel cylinder that contaminate the carbon dioxide gas which used for medical applications. While on the other hand, Aluminium Cylinders are not affected by carbonic acid, and no corrosion will occur in Aluminium Cylinders.

• According to the ASM (American Society for Metals) Metals Handbook (1, 2, 3), aluminium and brass are not attacked by carbonic acid, but steel will corrode.

• The American Compressed Gas Association in, Pamphlets G-6 and G-6.3 (4,5), warns that wet carbon dioxide will cause severe corrosion in steel cylinders.

Medical Nitrous Oxide (N2O): – Medical Nitrous Oxide used widely for Anesthesia during Surgical Procedures, Dental Procedures & for Pain Management. It helps provide sedation, analgesia (pain relief), and relaxation to patients. So, storage of Nitrous Oxide is important as if due to any contamination the primary components of N2O gas are derogated then the gas integrity will loosen, which adversely affects patients. Aluminium Cylinders are the correct storing option for storage of N2O as these Cylinders are free from corrosion and any type of possible contamination. Rather, Steel Cylinders are prone to corrosion which may react with the properties of N2O Gas and can contaminate it while stored for long time.

• The important point is N2O Gas Cylinders are mainly use with the specialized machines and equipments like Anesthesia Machine, if the installed Cylinder is corroded then it also could adversely affect the machine functionality & life span, so nowadays many anesthesiologists prefer Aluminium Cylinders to use with Anesthesia machines.

Likewise, Aluminium Cylinders are an ideal choice for all other medical gases i.e. Nitrogen, Argon, Entonox etc.

In today’s world, all the modern hospitals and healthcare centers having centralized gas pipeline system for medical gases in all the respective wards, but centralized gas systems are stationary installations and cannot be moved. This lack of mobility poses challenges in the situations where critical ICU patients or respiratory disorder patients who require continuous medical gases supply need to be transferred within the hospital from one ward to another or to other healthcare facilities. To address this challenge of continuing Medical Gas supply to patients during transfers can only be fulfilled with Lightweight and Portable Gas Cylinders and Alcan Aluminium Medical Gas Cylinders are optimal choice for the mobile medical gas support, it ensures that oxygen or other medical gases can be administered promptly to patient during transfers. This quick response can make all the difference in critical situations, potentially saving lives.   

Here’s how Portable Aluminum Medical Gas Cylinders are useful in Hospitals:

Easy Transfer: – Portable Aluminium Cylinders are extremely suitable to shift patients from Ambulance to emergency ward, emergency ward to Operation Theatre, Operation Theatre to ward from any floor of Hospital to Ambulance. This ensures that patients can receive uninterrupted oxygen supply while being moved between different areas of the hospital or during transfers to other healthcare institutions. Portable Cylinders can easily fit to patient’s bed or stretcher which can make patient transit effortless.

Ease to Operate: – Portable Aluminium Cylinders are very easy to operate by nurses or any medical staff effortlessly without any technical assistance from technicians. Clear Labeling and simplified operating make portable cylinder’s operations hassle free, whether it’s adjusting flow rates or replacing the cylinders everything is user friendly.

Compatible with all hospital machines: – Portable Aluminum Cylinders are compatible with various types of medical equipment’s & machinery, including portable oxygen delivery systems, Ventilators, Baby Incubators, Anesthesia Machines, Laparoscopy Machines, & IABP Machines. This universal compatibility enhances efficiency in Clinical settings and allows medical staff to customize patient care on individual needs.

Useful in Hospital Ambulances: Portable Aluminum Cylinders are specially designed keeping in mind the space scarcity in ambulances and to facilitate medical staff for smooth on-site operations. Hospital ambulances, especially ICU ambulances and Cardiac ambulances need to be equipped with all the lifesaving equipment for initial medical care of patients in the pre-hospital phase and portable medical gas support is very crucial, which can be make all the difference.

We take this great opportunity to introduce our company AL-Can as Asia’s prominent and worldwide trusted Aluminium Cylinders brand. In India High Pressure Aluminium Cylinders first ever developed by Alcan with PESO (Petroleum and Explosive Safety Organisation, Nagpur) approval. Al-can’s Aluminium Cylinders are manufactured with accordance of International Standards ISO 7866 and each Cylinder pass through rigorous quality checks.

Aluminium Cylinders Benefits for Hospitals & Medical Applications: –

Light weight and portable: – Aluminium Cylinders are 40% lighter than Steel Cylinders, making them easier to transport and handle. This is particularly beneficial in medical settings where mobility and portability are very crucial, such as emergency response or fieldwork. Lightweight Cylinders can minimize the risk or injury when carrying or moving Cylinders and reduce the physical strain on healthcare professionals who may need to carry or transport Cylinders within the hospital setting on regular intervals.

Easy to operate: – Aluminium Cylinders are very easy & safe to operate, with the minimum training anyone can use Cylinder in case of emergency need of Oxygen. Aluminium Oxygen Cylinders typically have user-friendly valves that are easy to operate. Also, the cylinders are equipped with pressure regulators that allow for the adjustment of oxygen flow. This ensures that patients receive the prescribed amount of oxygen for their specific needs.

Corrosion Resistance & Durable: – Aluminum is resistant to corrosion, which helps ensure the durability and integrity of the Cylinder. This is especially advantageous when cylinders are used in different environmental conditions or applications where exposure to moisture, chemicals, or harsh weather conditions is a concern. Aluminum has low reactivity with many substances, which means it does not easily corrode or react with the gases stored inside the Cylinder. This property ensures the purity of the stored contents. Also the corrosion resistance of Aluminum contributes to a longer service life for Cylinders.

Non-magnetic: – Aluminium Cylinders are non-magnetic, this is very significant benefit of Aluminium Cylinders which reduces the potential interference with magnetic fields. This is particularly important in environments where magnetic fields must be controlled, such as in medical facilities with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) equipment. MRI machines are very sensitive to magnetic influences and Aluminum Cylinders can be safely used near to this device without causing interference with the machine functionality and with safety of healthcare professionals and patients.

Compact & handy: – Aluminium Cylinders are very compact and handy for use anywhere and whenever required, this makes Aluminium Cylinders a great choice to use in Hospitals, Ambulance Laboratories & Homecare. In emergency situations, compact and handy Aluminum Cylinders can be quickly deployed, providing essential resources like oxygen. Compact Aluminum Cylinders are suitable for mobile healthcare services, allowing healthcare professionals to deliver oxygen therapy or other medical gases to patients outside of traditional clinical settings.

Safety: – Aluminium Cylinders are Seamless it means there is no joint on Cylinders and made from one single pc so there is no chance of leakage or blast. Seamless Aluminium Cylinders are manufactured with a consistent wall thickness, ensuring uniform strength throughout the cylinder. This precision in manufacturing contributes to the reliability and safety of the cylinder. Aluminium Cylinders filling pressure is 150 Bar and it burst on more than 400 Bar which makes it most reliable and safest Gas Storage solution.