The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) recently held its inaugural Technical Summit, TECH24, in Houston, Texas, marking a significant milestone for the compressed gas industry. This dynamic, three-day event brought together hundreds of professionals from across the sector to explore innovations, share expertise, and tackle the challenges shaping the future of our industry.
With three specialized tracks—Hydrogen Safety and Technology, Specialty Gases, and Atmospheric Gases and Equipment—TECH24 catered to the diverse interests and needs of the compressed gas community. Each track featured technical sessions led by industry experts, offering deep dives into cutting-edge topics, emerging trends, and critical safety practices.
Key Highlights from TECH24
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Hydrogen Safety and Technology
As the hydrogen economy continues to grow, ensuring the safe production, storage, and transportation of hydrogen remains paramount. Sessions in this track addressed critical issues such as:
Attendees left with actionable knowledge to apply to their operations and new perspectives on hydrogen’s role in the global energy transition.
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Specialty Gases
Specialty gases power a wide range of industries, from healthcare to electronics manufacturing. This track explored:
Experts shared real-world applications and case studies, sparking lively discussions among participants.
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Atmospheric Gases and Equipment
Atmospheric gases play a critical role in numerous industrial and medical processes. Topics in this track included:
Sessions emphasized the importance of balancing efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
Beyond the Tracks: Collaboration and Networking
In addition to the technical sessions, TECH24 provided robust opportunities for networking and collaboration. The summit kicked off with a welcome reception, where attendees connected with peers, exchanged ideas, and set the stage for productive discussions.
Between sessions, interactive exhibits showcased cutting-edge technologies and solutions from industry-leading companies, further enriching the experience.
A Vision for the Future
TECH24 is a testament to CGA’s commitment to fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and promoting safety within the compressed gas industry. By addressing timely topics and encouraging cross-sector dialogue, the summit underscored the industry’s readiness to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
“We are thrilled with the success of our first Technical Summit,” said Rich Gottwald, CGA President and CEO “TECH24 reflects our dedication to advancing the compressed gas industry and supporting our members with the resources and expertise they need to thrive.”
Looking Ahead
As CGA looks to the future, events like TECH24 will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s trajectory. Planning is already underway for next year’s summit, promising even more engaging content, innovative sessions, and valuable connections.
Registration for TECH25, covering Cylinder Requalification, Atmospheric Gases and Equipment, and Welding Gases, will open this Spring. Save the date and location coming soon! We hope to see you there!