Iltforsyning

Iltforsyning refers to the provision of oxygen to meet the needs of people, devices, and processes. It covers medical oxygen used in healthcare as well as industrial and environmental applications where controlled oxygen levels are required.

In healthcare, oxygen is delivered through cylinders, cryogenic liquid storage, or centralized hospital piping systems. At the point of use, devices include nasal cannulas, face masks, and high‑flow systems. For home therapy, portable cylinders or oxygen concentrators are common. Delivery must match clinical indications and is supervised by medical staff.

Industrial oxygen is provided in bulk by suppliers using cryogenic tanks or high‑pressure cylinders, distributed via pipelines or road transport, and used in steelmaking, welding, glass production, combustion control, and chemical processing.

Oxygen supports combustion and can pose fire and material hazards. Safe handling requires avoiding oil or grease near oxygen equipment, ensuring proper ventilation, training personnel, and regular testing and maintenance of delivery systems and alarms. Standards govern gas purity, equipment compatibility, and installation.

The field continues to evolve with portable oxygen concentrators, smart monitoring, and expanded home‑care services, while ensuring safe and reliable supply through trained personnel and robust infrastructure.