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Dry Ice Supplier in Pittsburgh, PA

Greco Gas is a trusted dry ice supplier in Pittsburgh, PA, manufacturing and delivering high-quality dry ice to businesses and individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond. Whether you need a small 5-pound order for a weekend event or large commercial quantities for ongoing industrial operations, Greco Gas has the capacity, equipment, and experience to meet your needs.

We manufacture dry ice entirely in-house at our Tarentum, PA facility, compressing and chilling carbon dioxide gas to produce solid CO2 with excellent purity and consistency. From pellets and nuggets to slabs and blocks, we offer multiple dry ice forms to fit your exact application.

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Types of Dry Ice We Offer

Dry Ice Pellets & Nuggets

Small, cylindrical pieces of dry ice used in blasting and cleaning equipment, precise cooling applications, and food and beverage operations. Pellets are made fresh daily and are available by the pound for walk-in, will-call, or scheduled delivery throughout the Pittsburgh area.

Dry Ice Slabs & Slices

Large, flat pieces of dry ice ideal for extended cooling during shipping and long-term storage. Slabs are a practical and efficient choice for food distributors, grocery operations, and pharmaceutical shipping throughout Western Pennsylvania. Please note that slabs are produced to order and require advance notice to schedule production.

Dry Ice Blocks

Compact and durable, dry ice blocks maintain low temperatures over extended periods, making them ideal for high-volume cooling needs and specialized dry ice blasting machines, including Cold Jet i3 line equipment. Standard block dimensions are 5x5x10 inches and weigh approximately 8 to 10 lbs. A minimum order of 10 blocks applies. Blocks must be pre-ordered.

Dry Ice Applications We Serve

Dry ice is one of the most reliable cold-chain solutions for shipping perishable goods. Unlike regular ice, dry ice leaves zero moisture or wet residue behind, keeping food, medications, and biological materials cold and dry throughout transit. It is widely used by food distributors, meal kit companies, pharmaceutical shippers, and grocery operations throughout the Pittsburgh region.

Dry ice blasting is an environmentally friendly, non-abrasive cleaning method used across manufacturing, food processing, and restoration industries. Dry ice pellets or nuggets are propelled at high speed to remove contaminants, mold, grease, paint, and residue from surfaces without causing damage or generating secondary waste. Greco Gas supplies dry ice blasting-grade pellets and blocks to cleaning and industrial operations throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

Dry ice is essential for the preservation and transport of medical samples, vaccines, biologics, and pharmaceutical products at ultra-low temperatures. Greco Gas supplies dry ice to laboratories, hospitals, home health providers, and pharmaceutical distributors across Pennsylvania. Our dry ice is produced under strict quality controls to ensure consistent purity and performance.

Dry ice is a critical backup cooling solution for restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, and facilities with walk-in refrigerators and freezers during planned or unplanned power outages. It can keep perishable food frozen for extended periods without electricity, helping businesses avoid costly product loss. Greco Gas provides fast, reliable dry ice delivery to food service operators throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area.

Dry ice creates dramatic, low-lying fog effects that are popular for parties, weddings, theater productions, haunted houses, and educational science demonstrations. When placed in warm or hot water, dry ice produces a dense, rolling fog effect. Greco Gas supplies consumer quantities of dry ice for recreational and special effects use throughout the Pittsburgh, PA area.

Dry Ice Safety Guidelines

Guideline	Details
Wear Protective Gloves	Always wear insulated gloves or oven mitts when handling dry ice. Never handle with bare hands as direct contact at -109.3°F can cause immediate frostbite.
Use Non-Metal Tongs	Use non-metal tongs when handling small pieces of dry ice. Metal conducts cold rapidly and can stick to dry ice surfaces.
Never Ingest	Never ingest dry ice or place it in your mouth. Direct internal contact causes severe freeze burns and injury.
Ensure Ventilation	Store and use dry ice only in well-ventilated areas. Carbon dioxide gas can build up in enclosed spaces and create a risk of asphyxiation.
Use Proper Storage	Never store dry ice in an airtight container. Use a styrofoam cooler or insulated bin with a loose-fitting lid to allow gas to escape safely.
Keep Away from Children	Always keep dry ice out of reach of children. The extreme cold temperature can cause serious injury upon contact.
Protect Surfaces	Never place dry ice directly on tile, laminate, or granite countertops. Extreme cold can cause cracking and permanent surface damage.

Why Pittsburgh Businesses Choose Greco Gas for Dry Ice

In-House Manufacturing: We produce dry ice on-site at our Tarentum, PA facility, ensuring freshness and quality control
Serving Pittsburgh for Over 80 Years: Decades of experience serving Western Pennsylvania businesses and residents
Multiple Forms Available: Pellets, nuggets, slabs, slices, and blocks to fit any application
Small and Bulk Orders Welcome: From 5 lbs to thousands of pounds per day
Dry Ice Bins Available: Purchase or rent insulated storage bins for safe transport
Consistent Purity: Dry ice produced with world-class equipment for reliable performance

Frequently Asked Questions

You can purchase dry ice directly from Greco Gas, a local dry ice manufacturer and supplier in Pittsburgh, PA. We offer walk-in, will-call, and scheduled delivery options from our Tarentum, PA facility, with additional branches in Butler and Kittanning. We serve customers throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

Greco Gas offers dry ice in pellets and nuggets, slabs and slices, and blocks. Each form is suited to different applications, from dry ice blasting and shipping to food storage and special effects. Contact us to find out which form is best for your needs.

The amount of dry ice you need depends on your application, the size of your cooler or container, and how long you need it to last. As a general guideline, dry ice sublimates at a rate of approximately 10% every 24 hours. Greco Gas can help you determine the right quantity for your specific use case. Contact us for guidance.

Yes. Greco Gas manufactures dry ice entirely in-house at our facility in Tarentum, PA. We compress and chill carbon dioxide gas on-site to produce fresh, high-purity dry ice. This means you receive a fresher product compared to purchasing from a distant out-of-state supplier.

Yes. Greco Gas offers dry ice delivery throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania, including Allegheny, Butler, and Armstrong counties. We also offer statewide delivery across Pennsylvania for larger orders shipped in insulated Gaylord containers.

Greco Gas accommodates orders as small as 5 pounds for individual and consumer needs, up to thousands of pounds per day for commercial and industrial operations. Dry ice blocks require a minimum order of 10 blocks and must be pre-ordered. Slabs and slices are also produced to order with advance notice required.

Store dry ice in a styrofoam cooler or an insulated bin with a loose-fitting lid in a cool, well-ventilated area. Never store dry ice in an airtight container or a standard household freezer. Greco Gas offers dry ice storage bins for purchase or rent.

Yes, dry ice is commonly used for food storage and shipping. However, dry ice should not come into direct contact with food items. Place dry ice above or around food in an insulated cooler and ensure adequate ventilation in the storage area. Always handle dry ice with insulated gloves.

Greco Gas supplies dry ice to a wide range of industries throughout Western Pennsylvania, including food service and distribution, pharmaceutical and medical, manufacturing, dry ice blasting and cleaning, grocery and retail, event and entertainment production, and more.