When you think of dry ice you likely think of stage effects at a concert, Halloween haunted houses or even fancy “smoking” cocktails. While dry ice can be used for amazing visual effects, there is so much more to it. Let’s take a look at what dry ice is, where the raw material comes from, how it is made and some of the uses for it outside of the ones mentioned above.

Where do I get dry ice?

Dry ice pellets or blocks can be ordered from industrial gas suppliers, welding supply companies and other regional suppliers. Dry ice can be picked up directly from suppliers, or most major metropolitan areas have regular delivery trucks that cover 100 mile radiuses. Dry ice can also be shipped using a common carrier and it is delivered in insulated containers.

You can also produce your own dry ice with a pelletizer.  Read more about producing your own dry ice below.

Global consumers increasingly prefer to purchase goods online, which is putting pressure on e-commerce organizations to fulfill orders as quickly and efficiently as possible.

As a result, companies must develop new processes and technologies to accelerate parcel delivery while simultaneously keeping costs low.

Sutton-Garten Co. is a welding supply and industrial gas company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Established in 1918, the family-owned company started out as a Prest-O-Lite acetylene lighting distributor and welding shop. The company still sells welding equipment, supplies and gases to the metal-working industry, but has also diversified their business into new offerings.

Global consumers increasingly prefer to purchase goods online, which is putting pressure on e-commerce organizations to fulfill orders as quickly and efficiently as possible.

As a result, companies must develop new processes and technologies to accelerate parcel delivery while simultaneously keeping costs low.

KSPG AG is the parent company of Rheinmetall’s Automotive sector. As a global first-tier supplier to the automotive industry, KSPG commands foremost positions in the product and component segments air supply, emission control and pumps as well as in the development, manufacturing and aftermarket supply of pistons, engine blocks, and plain bearings. The products are developed in cooperation with leading automotive manufacturers.

If you're wondering "Should I make my own dry ice?", you've come to the right place.

We get this question a lot. In the right situation, making your own dry ice can save you a lot of time and money while eliminating headaches. Producing your own dry ice can:

1) Give you greater control over your production, processing, and cold chain management systems.

2) Both reduce waste and cut operational costs, which boosts efficiency. 

KSD is a gas company whose core business is supplying gas to the food and beverage industry, including breweries, beverage stores, catering and wineries. They also provide medical and industrial gases in cylinders.