An explosion in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward has left 10 people injured and damaged nearly 40 buildings. Investigators suspect a buried gas cylinder may have been the cause.

Because acetylene is a highly flammable gas, this reaction can be dangerous, particularly in settings where large volumes of calcium carbide are stored or handled.

Building a carbon arc torch has been one of the simpler projects I have tackled lately, but I think it will also prove to be one of the most practical. Without an oxy/acetylene torch there are few ...

[MacGyver] would be proud of [Hyperspace Pirate]’s rough and ready method of producing acetylene gas from seashells and driftwood. Acetylene, made by decomposing calcium carbide with water, i… ...

Conventional synthesis methods of acetylene rely on fossil fuels. For reducing carbon footprint, a new method is required for its sustainable synthesis. In a new study, researchers from Japan ...

HOLDEN, Mass. — A man is being treated for serious injuries after an acetylene tank he had in his vehicle exploded in Holden Saturday morning, according to Massachusetts fire officials.

Acetylene is an essential precursor in the production of resins and plastics such as PVC, as well as a useful gas in many industrial processes. However, its synthesis requires fossil fuels, making ...

A construction worker was killed after an acetylene tank exploded in Quiapo, Manila, on Wednesday, according to the Manila Police District. Based on the police report, the victim was using a welding ...

In short: A worker was injured after acetylene cylinders ignited at BlueScope's Port Kembla steel works. The contractor has been taken to hospital for treatment of burns to his hand. What's next ...