Chart Industries, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions About GTLS

What does GTLS invest in?

Chart Industries, Inc. is a global manufacturer and distributor of highly engineered equipment, primarily catering to the energy and industrial gas sectors. Its operations are organized into four distinct segments: Cryo Tank Solutions, Heat Transfer Systems, Specialty Products, and Repair, Service & Leasing. The company delivers a full spectrum of cryogenic solutions for the storage, transportation, vaporization, and end-use application of industrial gases, available in both bulk and packaged forms. For liquefied natural gas (LNG) applications, Chart provides critical infrastructure components such as cryogenic trailers, ISO containers, large-scale storage tanks, loading facilities, and regasification units, enabling what are known as "virtual pipeline" systems. It also supplies substantial vacuum insulated storage tanks for clients acquiring standard liquefaction plants. Chart is also a key provider of advanced process technology and essential equipment for LNG projects, ranging from small to mid-scale installations and floating LNG platforms to extensive base-load export facilities. Its heat transfer product line encompasses brazed aluminum and Core-in-Kettle heat exchangers, cold boxes, air-cooled heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and associated pipework. Additionally, the company offers air-cooled heat exchangers and axial cooling fans used in diverse fields such as power generation, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refining. Furthermore, Chart engineers highly specialized equipment for a broad array of niche markets, including hydrogen, biogas, carbon dioxide (CO2) capture, food and beverage processing, aerospace, laser technology, cannabis production, and water treatment, in addition to LNG applications. The cryogenic components portfolio features vacuum insulated pipes, specialized liquid nitrogen equipment, various end-use devices, and cryogenic flow meters. Beyond equipment, Chart offers a comprehensive suite of services, including extended warranties, plant commissioning, spare parts provision, 24/7 technical support, system monitoring and process optimization, repair, routine maintenance, and upgrading. They also deliver specialized plant services for key components like brazed aluminum heat exchangers and cold boxes. Through a network of service locations, the company handles the installation, ongoing service, repair, maintenance, and refurbishment of cryogenic products, alongside providing equipment leasing solutions. Founded in 1859, Chart Industries, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Ball Ground, Georgia.

What is the expense ratio of GTLS?

An expense ratio for Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) is not available from our data sources — neither our market-data feed nor the SEC's structured prospectus and annual-report datasets report one for this share class. The fund's prospectus on the issuer's site carries the authoritative fee.

How big is GTLS?

Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) manages $10.05B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is GTLS actively managed or an index fund?

GTLS's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was GTLS launched?

Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) launched in July 2006 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has GTLS performed?

GTLS's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.