Supagas’ future growth for LNS

Since the introduction of Liquid Nitrogen Services (LNS) to the Supagas brand, the combined offerings from both gives the industry access to the ‘whole package’ in one place, when it comes to industrial gas needs. Adam McCleery writes. 

Liquid Nitrogen Services, a sub-division of Supagas, has built a strong reputation since the business establishment in Melbourne. As a result of LNS potential, Supagas is looking to expand the LNS offering across Australia.

The beginning of Liquid Nitrogen Services

Zac Filliponi, manager at Liquid Nitrogen Services, took over the day-to-day running of LNS to effectively service their customers.

“LNS is a business my parents started back in 1992. As the family-owned business continued to grow, in November 2018 Supagas and my parents saw great potential for LNS to join the Supagas family. And now LNS is a sub-division of Supagas” he said.

“The company built up a strong name in Melbourne over more than two decades, and for its service especially. Supagas wanted to keep that name recognition and personal touch in providing exceptional service and quality products to customers in Melbourne.”

“At LNS, we retain that family business sense, at the same time LNS has grown and changed from where we initially began, which we really like. It is about remaining true to our customers to continue to provide them with quality products and exceptional service.” said Filliponi.

“Being apart of Supagas there have been few changes; in terms of the day to day running of LNS, things remain the same, which is a true testament of how well LNS continues to do, aligned with Supagas strategy.

“And it has definitely extended our growth potential.”

LNS and Supagas, two brands align

LNS as a sub-division of Supagas, works closely with the hospitality sector, as the LNS team continues to grow the market.

Filliponi said the food and beverage scene in Melbourne assists in the growth potential of LNS immensely.

“What we do with Liquid Nitrogen and Dry Ice is more about show. It’s something these businesses use to promote their food, for example, they might use Liquid Nitrogen on cocktails or Dry Ice to create a fog effect for desserts,” he said.

“And fine dining restaurants might use them in some of their dishes. It’s something that creates a wow factor.

“When we talk food and beverages, in terms of restaurants, that’s where Supagas and LNS align. Supagas were already working in the cylinder side of things, for example pub gas cylinders. And we, at LNS compliment that with our products, along with our strong presence in the hospitality sector.”

“Supagas was largely involved with craft breweries, distilleries and more. Now, LNS has come together with the Supagas brand to deliver to the market, helping to cover the gas needs and requirements of businesses in the Food and Beverage industry.”

As a result, Filliponi said, Supagas and LNS provide the ‘whole package’.

“You won’t see many companies without LNS or Supagas involved in some shape or form,” he said.

The future of LNS and Supagas

Supagas and LNS, as brands cater to various customer segments based on their gas needs, whether small or large orders. Supagas and LNS work together, strengthening supplier and customer relations, with LNS as a key touch point in the Liquid Nitrogen space.

The services LNS provides vary from Liquid Nitrogen deliveries, cryogenic equipment, Dry Ice, accessories and more.

“It is a very niche business, the Liquid Nitrogen side, there aren’t a lot of people in this industry so to get the experience and knowledge from us, with an already established gas supplier in the market brings with it lots of advantages.”

“As a result, we are in and amongst it with the likes of head chefs, who rely on us. We take calls at all hours, happily. They can rely on us for a lot of stuff, and we take pride in that.”

LNS continues to grow with potential to further expand, building on the business foundation and striving to supply and service current and future customers.

LNS, the gas professionals are here to assist customers with their gas and equipment requirements.

 To find out more about Liquid Nitrogen Services products and services contact 03 9782 2646 or liquidnitrogenservices.com.au.