About Next Air & Gas
Next AIR & Gas is a global provider of air & gas treatment and gas generation products to distribution and end users worldwide. With over 30 years of experience in dehydration technology, they have supplied tens of thousands of drying systems to customers worldwide. This solid foundation of expertise and experience has led Next’s evolution into gas generation, developing products, systems and technology solutions for environmentally responsible purification, dehydration, separation and filtration equipment for gasses and compressed air. Next designs, engineers and manufacturers innovative products that dehydrate moisture molecules within compressed air and gas.
Mission & Values
Next and its legacy companies have always kept an identical mission and values throughout the decades. We believe these principles have shaped the foundational success of our endeavors and products.
Mission Statement:
Our Mission is to generate technological advancements in air & gas treatment by providing innovative solutions and products to the compressed air industry. We are dedicated to pushing the limits of what can be accomplished and expanding our mindset of what can be accomplished in air & gas treatment design and capabilities.
Vision Statement:
Our vision for this next chapter of our legacy is to continue being a global leader in the field, known for our relentless pursuit of innovation, exceptional quality, and unwavering commitment to our customers. We aim to redefine the technology used in compressed air dryers and to set a new standard in the industry.
Core Values:
- Customer Centricity: We put our customers’ voice and needs at the core of everything we do. We listen to their needs, understand their challenges, and deliver solutions that exceed their expectations. Their success is our success.
- Innovation: We embrace a culture of continuous innovation, pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers. We foster creativity, encourage fresh ideas, and constantly adapt to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.
- Excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work. We set high standards and continuously challenge ourselves to achieve them. We take pride in our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to quality.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork. We foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, encourages open communication, and promotes mutual respect. Together, we achieve more.
- Integrity: We conduct ourselves with the utmost integrity, honesty, and transparency. We honor our commitments, act ethically, and take responsibility for our actions. Trust is the foundation of our relationships, both internally and externally.
- Sustainability: We are committed to environmental and social responsibility. We strive to minimize our ecological footprint, promote sustainable practices, and contribute positively to the communities we operate in. We believe in creating a better future for generations to come.
These statements and values serve as a guiding compass for our company, shaping our decisions, actions, and interactions with stakeholders as we work towards our goals and aspirations.
Pillars of Performance
Throughout our legacy and many endeavors, the fundamental principles of our culture and mindset towards the design and manufacturing of our products have never changed. We believe that our success in this industry derives from our fundamental Pillars of Performance principles.
- QUALITY: Quality and durability are the foremost goals of all our products. We specifically design and manufacture our products to not only provide exceptional performance but to ensure that every product can withstand the harshest environments and stand the test of time.
- SERVICE: We believe that our products are a representation of our knowledge and experience in the field. Through this we will always be committed to aid and pass on our knowledge to better help not only our customers but also the industry towards growth.
- INNOVATION & DESIGN: At Next, perfection is never to be looked at as something that can be obtained but rather used as a motivator to strive toward a goal that is constantly changing. With this mindset we design based on the belief that innovation doesn’t produce the solution for current requirements but rather the requirements for tomorrow’s future.
Sustainability
Next abides by the Brundtland Commission’s definition of sustainability: “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”
This definition guides us in our strategic and operational choices and in reconciling our business interests with our economic, social, and environmental responsibilities. We seek to operate in ways that secure our long-term economic performance while avoiding short-term behavior that is socially detrimental or environmentally wasteful.
At Next we are committed to operating our business in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner as we grow. We recognize the urgent need to address climate change, conserve natural resources and promote social equality. We have put our focus on certain areas that matter.
“As part of the Next Generation at Next Air & Gas my goal is to not just implement sustainable practices but to also innovate and find new ways through technological innovation in compressed air and gas dehydration, purification, and generation to provide clean tech products for the future.“
Kevin F. Zarif
Strategy
- Develop a mindset of sustainability as a foundation during research and development.
- Utilize technologies and IOTC
- Implement key changes in our manufacturing process and facilities to reduce carbon emissions.
- Continuously working to design more energy efficient dryers, generators, and purification systems: innovation and design focus is on efficiency improvements in air treatment, gas treatment, gas generation and gas purification development.
- Reduce waste through our refurbishing and aftermarket programs to extend greater life cycles of our products.
Areas That Matter
Climate Change
The issue of climate change is core to Next’s mission of helping our world transition to a low-carbon future by accelerating the production of products that contribute to the renewable gas sector. Our strategy is to meet the growing market demand for energy-efficient and low-emission sources of compressed air & gas dehydration products, to service new customers and maintain strong growth in revenues and operating profitability.
Energy Management
Energy is an input in industrial product manufacturing, stemming mainly from electricity consumption and fuel purchases, so managing how our energy is sourced and how much we consume is part of controlling costs as well as any potential impacts from regulations or taxes on fossil fuels
Human Capital Management
More than 65% of employees work in manufacturing, at our facilities. They face health and safety risks from exposure to machinery and equipment. This is especially the case for welding activities and manipulating very large and heavy metal components. Employee safety is a priority at Next and we continuously conduct health and safety meetings and improvement actions for the betterment of our team.
Fuel Economy and emissions in use phase
The emissions in use phase are an important characteristic of our products, to meet customers’ evolving needs and cost imperatives. It serves as an important competitive differentiator and allows us not only to capture the growing demand for gas generation and air & gas systems but also to capture a growing share of the market. Given the relatively high fixed cost nature of our business, higher growth and revenues can quickly translate to higher profitability.
Materials sourcing
While we design all our products, our manufacturing activities mainly involve the assembly of air & gas dehydration and generation units using components and materials procured from third parties. In this regard, we are dependent on a few suppliers and if they become unable or unwilling to provide us with enough materials and components that meet our quality, quantity, cost, and delivery requirements, we may be unable to obtain suitable substitute materials and components from other suppliers, which would adversely affect our revenue generation and profit margins.
Remanufacturing design and services
The remanufacturing of equipment and components offer opportunities to reduce costs by reducing raw material purchases, generate new revenue streams and strengthen customer relationships by better meeting their need for parts, as well as helping them divert resources from disposal or recycling channels.
