CryoFX Co2 Special Effects SFX Equipment is cheaper and safer than Pyrotechnics

CryoFX® Co2 Special Effects SFX Equipment is cheaper and safer than Pyrotechnics

St. Louis Rams NFL Football Team Home Turf had Pyrotechnic Damage that delayed the game

St. Louis Rams NFL Football Team Home Turf had Pyrotechnic Damage that delayed the game

St. Louis Rams NFL Football Team Home Turf had Pyrotechnic Damage that delayed the game

Ever wonder what or how those plumes of white frozen smoke or fog are created at music festivals, concerts or even at nightclubs around the world?  Have you seen fog shoot out at specific times during a show or introduction of a team at a football or basketball game?  Those huge plumes of special effect fog smoke are created by special effects equipment that can withstand high pressure and extremely cold freezing temperature as most of these machines use liquid cryogenic co2 sources from companies such as Praxair or Air Gas.

CryoFX® is the leader of custom co2 special effects equipment manufacturing

CryoFX® is the leader of custom co2 special effects equipment

Most nightclubs, music festival production stage managers, Top DJs and music artists around the world use either Pyrotechnic special effects, confetti special effects, lighting special effects and even smoke fog special effects at the climax of their performance.  To operate and use Pyrotechnic, you are required to follow fire marshal regulations and also get a permit or license to use at the venue.  You may also be required to have a fire official on hand for your event just in case anything goes wrong with the pyrotechnic or firework special effects.  It may be quite expensive not to mention even dangerous to use pyrotechnic special effects.

CO Smoke Special Effects Equipment is cheaper and safer than any form of stage or theatrical special effects you are seeking.  These Co2 fog machines are going mainstream because of they are easy to install and companies such as CryoFX® have done an excellent job of making it even easier to setup and operate with easy to use instructions and visuals.   Co2 Special Effects (SFX) Equipment by CryoFX® is also safe to use indoors and the plumes of Co2 Smoke have been put to the test using event the most sensitive smoke alarm.  No smoke alarms are ever triggered when using Co2 Special Effects Equipment from CryoFX®.

CryoFX® is the leader of custom co2 special effects equipment and built a CO2 Jet Cannon System for the San Diego County Fair

No Pyrotechnic Permits or License are ever required to use CryoFX® Co2 Special Effects and you can install it and operate it once you follow the safety operation instructional manual included with every CO2 Product that CryoFX® sells.  Consider using next time you need to enhance your corporate event, party or even team introductions these powerful co2 fog machines from CryoFX®.

Our Co2 Fog Machines are also known by the following names. Custom CO2 Cryo Jets Systems, CO2 Cannons, CO2 Bazooka, CO2 Blasters, Cryo Guns, fog blasters, special effects smoke machine, Cryo Cannons, cryo jets, swing CO2 cryo jets, CO2 Jet, co2 cannons, led co2 cryo guns, co2 jet machine, cryo co2 jet, led co2 jet special effects.

CryoFXCryoFX® is the leader of custom co2 special effects stage equipment and is used by music festivals around the world.

Maintaining a relentless pursuit toward the development of Co2 Smoke Equipment and Supplies, CryoFX® can fabricate or manufacture Customized Co2 Cannon Jet Systems for any indoor or outdoor event. To wow the crowd with frozen liquid Co2, theatrical elements that respond to music and lighting or for customized Co2 Equipment contact a CryoFX® representative for more details at
(619) 855-2796.

As a recognized leader in the creation of professional cryogenic special effects equipment and supplies, CryoFX® has offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas.

CryoFX® (cryofx.com) is a San Diego based CO2 Special Effects Company and is recognized as the world leader in the special effects and entertainment industries. The company has designed, built and installed custom CO2 Cannon Jet Systems for Disney's live-action film ‘Frozen’, Nissan's ‘Ride of Your Life’ commercial, and cryo-cannon or co2 cannon for artists such as Toby Mac, Bret Michaels, Hardwell, Lil Jon, and Nicky Romero as well as helped hundreds of DJs and Nightclubs cool and entertain the crowd at their parties and events. CryoFX® also sells co2 products online.

If you too are planning to host an event, indoors or outdoors, you can reach out to CryoFX® for any sort of customizable special effects equipment sales and rentals.

Read our latest Blog from CryoFX® about how the St. Louis Rams NFL Football Game was delayed for 30 minutes due to the pyrotechnic fire damage to the field turf.  Click Here!

CryoFX Co2 Special Effects Custom Equipment - Product Knowledge - Properties of CO2

CryoFX® Properties of CO2

Physical properties of CO₂ :-
Carbon dioxide is a colorless & odorless gas. It is soluble in water, ethanol , acetone and has the following properties :

• Melting Point : -55.6 degC
• Boiling Point : -78.5 degC
• Density : 1.977

Chemical properties of CO₂ :-

• Carbon dioxide is a linear covalent molecule.
• Carbon dioxide is an acidic oxide and reacts with water to give carbonic acid.
• CO₂ + H2O ==> H2CO3
• Carbon dioxide reacts with alkalis to give carbonates and bicarbonates.
• CO₂ + NaOH ==> NaHCO3 (Sodium BiCarbonate )
• NaHCO3 + NaOH ==> Na2CO3 (Sodium Carbonate) + H2O

Uses of CO₂

1. It is used to neutralize alkaline water.
2. Carbon dioxide is used as an additive to oxygen for medical use as a respiration stimulant
3. Liquid Frozen Carbon Dioxide (Co2) is a good solvent for many organic compounds.
4. Liquid Frozen Carbon Dioxide (Co2) is used as a propellant in aerosol cans, it replaces more environmentally troublesome alternatives
5. It is used for refrigeration and cooling.
6. It is used as an inert gas in chemical processes, in the storage of carbon powder and in fire extinguishers.
7. It is used in solid as well as in liquid form
8. It is used in metal industry in the formation of casting molds to enhance their hardness
9. Carbon dioxide gas is used to carbonate soft drinks, beers and wine and to prevent fungal and bacterial growth.
10. Large quantities are used as a raw material in the chemical process industry, especially for methanol and urea production.
11. It is used in oil wells for oil extraction and maintain pressure within a formation
12. Liquid or solid carbon dioxide is used for quick freezing, surface freezing, chilling and refrigeration in the transport of foods etc.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of CO₂

Hazards Identification:

• Emergency Overview: Amber glass bottle packed inside a cardboard box. Clear, orange colored solution with camphor like odor. May cause eye irritation. For eyes-only.
• Eye: May cause temporary stinging, burning and conjunctival redness.
• Skin: May cause irritation, dermatitis and hypersensitivity in some individuals
• Ingestion: May cause irritation and hypersensitivity in some individuals. Will produce a yellow or green discoloration to the mouth.
• Inhalation: Aspiration of the medication may produce irritation and hypersensitivity in some individuals.
• Chronic Effects: Prolonged use may delay wound healing and is not recommended.
• Target Organs: Eyes, skin and central nervous system.
• Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long Term Exposure: This preparation should be used cautiously and sparingly in patients with cardiac disease, hypothyroidism or allergies.

First Aid Measures:

• Skin: Remove all contaminated clothing and wash skin with copious amounts of water for at least 20 minutes. Contact physician if skin becomes irritated.
• Eyes: Rinse immediately with copious amounts of water for at least 20 minutes. Contact a physician.
• Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, and if breathing stops, use artificial respiration. Contact physician.
• Ingestion: Wash out mouth and drink plenty of water and bland fluids. The use of an emetic drug and/or gastric lavage is advisable. Do not give anything to an unconscious person. Contact physician.

Fire Fighting Measures:

• Hazardous Products: Emits toxic fumes, nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO₂).
• Fire Fighting Instructions: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Do not spray water into the burning material.
• Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, halon, water spray or fog, and foam on surrounding materials.

Accidental Release Measures

• Large/Small Spills: Use personal protective equipment. Contain the spill to prevent drainage into sewers, drains or streams. Use absorbent material to solidify the spill. Shovel up solidified waste.

Handling and Storage

• Handling: Avoid contact with product and use caution to prevent puncturing containers. No special protective equipment or procedures are required in the clinical or home environment.
• Storage: Store product upright in original containers with the cap tightly closed at a controlled room temperature 150-300 C (590- 860 F).

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CryoFX® Supplies Custom Special Effects Equipment for Comic-Con 2015

High-quality theatrical performances can create unprecedented levels of excitement for viewers.

July 17, 2015 - SAN DIEGO -- Comic-Con 2015 was a sensational event that featured four information packed days about comics, film-making, iconic characters, cartoons, art forms and exhibits. The event was held downtown at the San Diego Convention Center from July 9, 2015 through July 12, 2015. Comic-Con attendees received detailed information about a variety of productions and about breaking into the entertainment industry.

In its 45th year in San Diego, Comic-Con 2015 showcased hundreds of exhibitors that featured super heroes, costumed characters, movie clips and movie trailers that made the event extremely memorable and exciting.

Popular attractions from the event, such as Batman, Supernatural, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Sherlock and comic legend Bill Murray kept the action flowing for spectators.

 

CryoFX® supplied special effects equipment for Comic-Con 2015. As a trusted manufacturer of products for the creation of imitation fog, CryoFX® delivered large quantities of its Co2 Smoke supplies to help stage successful displays of professional theatrical effects.

According to the CEO, Kris Mullins, CryoFX® can provide its branded Co2 equipment and supplies for live events, motion pictures, commercial shoots, corporate events, night clubs and for popular DJs. “CryoFX® was delighted to provide equipment and services for the Comic-Con 2015 event, as the company’s main office is based here in San Diego,” says Kris Mullins.

Contracted by Pop2Life for the “Heroes Interactive Experience,” V Squared Labs used the ultra reliable Co2 Jets from CryoFX®. A custom system consisted of several Swing Jets for enhancing the 3D experience.

Four Swing Jets from CryoFX® were used for special effects. The side-by-side chambers required two CryoFX® Swing Jets per side. For more than eight hours each day, the Swing Jets were fired off every two minutes for one-second increments.  50-pound Co2 tanks were siphoned at a daily rate of 12 tanks per Swing Jet. During the four-day event, a total of 48 CryoFX® 50-pound Co2 tanks were used to create imitation fog. Technicians from CryoFX® were onsite for each of the four days from 8am to 9pm.

 

The Swing Jets used for Comic-Con 2015, Co2 Blasters, Co2 Cannons, Co2 Smoke Special Effects Systems, Cryo Jets, Cryo Guns Fog Blasters Co2 Launchers, Confetti Blasters and Custom Co2 Products are available from CryoFX® for rent or to purchase.  As a recognized leader in the creation of professional cryogenic special effects equipment and supplies, CryoFX® has offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas.

CryoFX® (cryofx.com)  is a San Diego based CO2 Special Effects Company and is recognized as the world leader in the special effects and entertainment industries. The company has designed, built and installed custom CO2 Cannon Jet Systems for Disney's live-action film ‘Frozen’, Nissan's ‘Ride of Your Life’ commercial, and cryo-cannon or co2cannon for artists such as Toby Mac, Bret Michaels, Hardwell, Lil Jon, and Nicky Romero as well as helped hundreds of DJs and Events cool and entertain the crowd at their parties and events. CryoFX® also sells co2 products online.

 

If you too are planning to host an event, indoors or outdoors, you can reach out to CryoFX® for any sort of customizable special effects equipment sales and rentals.