Why Nitrous Oxide Management Matters in Waste Handling
Recycling centers are equipped to handle a wide variety of materials safely, but some risks remain overlooked. One such example is residual Nitrous Oxide (N2O), commonly known as laughing gas, found in returned gas canisters and cylinders.
Even in small, undetected amounts, leftover N2O can pose operational and safety risks. If not properly managed, these residues may increase the risk of explosion and compromise workplace safety.
Nowadays, managing Nitrous Oxide cylinders has become an increasing challenge for waste and recycling operators. As volumes grow and environmental regulations tighten, the costs, risks, and emissions associated with improper handling are becoming harder to ignore.
Fortunately, awareness of this issue is on the rise. Leading facilities, like Sysav Recycling Center in Malmö, Sweden, have already taken proactive steps to reduce these risks. Their implementation of preventative solutions has strengthened not only workplace safety, but also their contribution to environmental sustainability.
Cost-effective System For Safe Nitrous Oxide Management
Medclair offers a solution that eliminates these issues. Our technology converts the residual Nitrous Oxide into Nitrogen and Oxygen in the same proportions as normal air. This not only reduces direct emissions but also makes it possible to safely recycle the cylinders as clean metal.
Explore our cost-saving calculations below to see how much your operations could potentially benefit from integrated N2O system.
Meet Us at Recyclingdagen 2025
Recyclingdagen is Sweden’s leading event for circular solutions and climate-smart material flows. Organized by Avfall Sverige, IVL Svenska Miljöinstitutet, REVAQ, and Swedish Water, the event brings together key players from across the recycling and environmental sectors.
Date: April 10, 2025
Location: Brygghuset, Stockholm
Kari Syrjä, Global Head of Recycling Segment at Medclair, will be available throughout the day to discuss how our innovative solutions for Nitrous Oxide handling can help waste and recycling operators reduce emissions, improve safety, and cut costs.
Interested in learning more? Use the button below to schedule a meeting with Kari.