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CoMet Gas Cylinder

Being almost 50 percent lighter than traditional metal models, the CoMet gas cylinder gives users better portability, which is particularly important for older and less agile users. The plastic jacket eliminates corrosion and rust problems and allows customized branding options for the issuing gas distributor company. The weight reduction, design and ergonomics were the main factors that have caused people to switch from a traditional steel cylinder to this new, modern and more expensive one. The company’s market share has increased approximately 20 percent as a result of the CoMet Gas Cylinder.

Credit: Carlos Aguiar of Escritório de Design Sociedade Unipessoal Lda (Portugal) for Amtrol-Alfa, S.A.

Contact: Tiago Oliveira: tiagoo@amtrol-alfa.com

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Submitted by rachelw on December 7, 2010 - 6:11pm

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