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CUSTOM CRYOGENIC COLD & DISTRIBUTION BOXES

Precision-Engineered for Particle Accelerators, Industrial Gas Systems, and
​Quantum Applications​​

Meyer Tool designs and fabricates custom cryogenic distribution boxes, also known as cryogenic cold boxes, for complex systems where extreme temperature control and precise gas routing are crucial. We engineer our cold boxes for applications ranging from helium and nitrogen systems to advanced superconducting technologies, all while maintaining ASME-certified quality and proven thermal performance.
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Meyer Tool has produced various types of cryogenic distribution boxes over the years, with our most noteworthy models currently in use at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN in Switzerland. We take pride in our role in creating cryogenic distribution boxes that support scientific research across a wide range of fields. 

What is a Cryogenic Distribution Box?

A cryogenic distribution box is a vacuum-insulated enclosure that connects, routes, and controls cryogenic fluids across high-performance systems. Each cryogenic cold box is engineered to customer specifications and includes:
- Multi-line input/output routing for cryogens like helium, nitrogen, or oxygen- Vacuum-jacketed internal piping to minimize heat leak- Instrumentation ports for temperature, pressure, and flow monitoring- ASME-compliant design and fabrication standards- Integration-ready flanges, valves, sensors, and manifolds
These cold boxes are utilized in beamline cryomodules, helium transfer systems, liquid oxygen storage systems, and quantum computing infrastructure.

​Vacuum-Jacketed Piping Integration

Each Meyer Tool cold box features vacuum-jacketed piping that is welded and tested in-house to control thermal transfer across cryogenic lines. This double-walled, multilayer-insulated design maintains thermal integrity at temperatures below -425°F (-253°C), allowing for stable operation even under high differential pressure or thermal load. Our vacuum-jacketed assemblies reduce boil-off losses and enhance system efficiency in every application—from LNG and industrial gas distribution to scientific cryogenics.

​Designed for Your Application

We build cryogenic boxes for:
  • National Laboratories & Accelerators (e.g., PIP-II, Fermilab, NSLS-II)
  • Quantum Computing Cold Boxes with ultra-low-vibration insulation
  • Industrial Gas Plants (LOX/LN₂/Ar) requiring high-flow cryogenic routing
  • Superconducting RF Systems and fusion projects
  • Space and Aerospace Applications

Meyer Tool offers multi-line cryogenic distribution, managing high and low-pressure streams, subcooled return lines, and multiple temperature stages—all within compact, efficient designs.

​ASME-Certified Cryogenic Fabrication

Meyer Tool is certified to ASME Section VIII and Section IX BPVC, specializing in high-integrity pressure vessels and vacuum components. Our fabrication, welding, cleaning, and testing processes are designed for cryogenic performance, including:

  • Helium leak testing to 1×10⁻⁹ atm·cc/sec
  • Cleanroom assembly with certified oil-free environments
  • Hydrostatic and cold shock testing
  • Non-destructive weld inspection
  • Complete documentation and traceability for DOE, government, or aerospace compliance

Our team comprises degreed cryogenic engineers and ASME-certified welders with experience in stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and exotic metals, including Monel and Hastelloy.

​Cryogenic Engineering Services

Our cryogenic engineering services cover the entire lifecycle of your system:
  • Thermal and pressure drop modeling
  • CAD and 3D simulation
  • Material selection for sub-Kelvin applications
  • Component sourcing, fabrication, and assembly
  • Instrumentation planning and wiring
  • Installation assistance and system commissioning

Whether you’re designing a quantum cryostat, a helium liquefier interface, or an accelerator distribution manifold, we work with your engineers to optimize performance from design to delivery.

​Why Choose Meyer Tool?

  • Over 50 years of cryogenic system expertise
  • Trusted by NASA, Fermilab, Lockheed Martin, GE, and research universities
  • In-house machining, welding, and testing—ASME certified
  • Dedicated cleanroom and vacuum assembly areas
  • Ideal for research, aerospace, quantum, and industrial applications

We don’t just fabricate—we engineer solutions.
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