Our commitment
Founded in 1979 to design and manufacture gas generators, Claind is now an international company that develops and markets innovative solutions tailored to meet each customer’s needs. Our commitment focuses on building lasting, trust-based relationships that go beyond mere business transactions, always placing customer satisfaction at the heart of everything we do.
Driven by the desire to provide effective and efficient solutions, we tackle every challenge with an innovation-oriented approach. In a constantly evolving market, adaptability and the ability to seize new opportunities are essential.
Our products stand out for their design, reliability, and simplicity, allowing us to deliver practical, high-quality solutions that create tangible and lasting value for our customers.
Giovanni Cogotzi - CEO Claind
Our History
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2023
Launch of the PLINIUS series
Launch of the PLINIUS series, a new line of nitrogen generators and combined air and nitrogen generators for LC-MS and other laboratory applications. Claind also began operations in China with the establishment of Claind Gas Equipment (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.
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2021
Launch of the OLYMPIA series
Launch of the OLYMPIA series for laboratories (including dry, oil-free compressed air, nitrogen, and air and nitrogen generators) and the DOMINUS NL series (nitrogen generators) for industry, both equipped with remote control via the IoT platform Claind4You.
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2010
Launch of a second complete line of gas generators
Launch of a second complete line of gas generators for analytical laboratories in Europe and the United States, featuring the innovative tower design. This concept allowed multiple models to be stacked to save laboratory space. For the first time, a hydrogen generator with PEM technology was included, developed in collaboration with PROTON ENERGY SYSTEMS USA. The LCMS 40-1 nitrogen generator from this line became the most reliable in its category, with thousands of units installed worldwide.
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2008
Founded GenGaz (France)
Start of direct internationalization with the establishment of GENGAZ EURL, a representation and distribution company in France.
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2006
Laser Cut
Introduction of the Laser Cut range dedicated to laser cutting applications.
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2000
A pivotal year
A pivotal year marked by the launch of a complete line of gas generators for laboratories and industry, entirely designed and manufactured by Claind. International marketing activities expanded significantly, establishing strong relationships with major distributors in Europe, the Middle East, India, and China.
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1990
The first hydrogen generator
The first hydrogen generator for gas chromatography is introduced—an innovative product that marked a milestone in gas generator technology in Italy and worldwide. Over the decades, PSA-based nitrogen generators were also developed to meet the high-purity standards required by our customers.
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1979
Claind is founded
Claind is founded in Italy by Lorenzo Cogotzi, an electronic technician passionate about automation. The company initially develops automation solutions for pharmaceutical processes before specializing in the design and manufacture of gas generators.
People
At Claind, we believe the success of our company is directly linked to the well-being and growth of our people. This is why we offer a range of initiatives to support our employees in all aspects of their professional and personal lives. From skills development to work-life balance, our goal is to create an inspiring, inclusive, and constantly evolving work environment.
✔ Work-life balance
✔ Continuous training and professional growth
✔ Career development plans
✔ Merit-based compensation policies
Certifications

ISO 9001:2015
All our products are designed, developed and manufactured to the highest standards of innovation, design, reliability and ease of use. The proposed system solutions are produced in maximum compliance with regulations and quality standards. The company is ISO:9001 certified. The gas generators produced are based on exclusive patents, the results of years of research conducted by Claind technicians in collaboration with internationally renowned Italian and foreign university centers.