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Safety
New Hydrocarbon Gas Detector for Leak Survey and Localisation
Crowcon’s (UK)) new Gas-Tec portable hydrocarbon gas detector is designed for rapid leak survey and localisation applications. Using Crowcon’s tried and tested flame ionisation chamber, the Gas-Tec also features next generation technology such as GPS, data and event logging. The new device allows survey teams to track progress and quickly pinpoint and record areas of significant interest.
Increasingly, gas distribution and infrastructure companies are focussing on reducing the number and volume of leaks along their pipelines. Leaks have cost, environmental and safety implications, so pinpointing and repairing them quickly is essential. Storing survey reports and service and calibration records are also a more frequent requirement, influenced by health and safety regulations. Finally, with many companies being forced to reduce personnel, there is an increased demand for products that require minimal training and set-up times to use.
Crowcon developed the Gas-Tec specifically to address these issues, including features to help companies minimise leaks quickly and efficiently, with minimal manpower. GPS position logging, for example, enhances record keeping by assigning latitude, longitude and distance above sea level to data readings. Users can also view their current location, offering the precise location to back-up crews for immediate leak management. Another useful feature is data and event logging, allowing users to download full survey information for survey traceability using ‘drag and drop’ via a USB interface.
Weighing just 2.4kg (without the gas bottle), the Gas-Tec is worn across the body and is ergonomically designed to sit comfortably whilst in use. Simple and intuitive to operate, its liquid crystal display and soft keys offer full sequence instructions, in-operation options, service and calibration set-up and alerts. Menu prompts guide users through start-up and shut-down procedures, reducing training requirements. The device can also be customised, with users able to set preferences for features such as preferred units, display settings, date format and language.
Enhanced electronic controls increase battery and cylinder life, while pressure and flow transducers manage hydrogen and sample flow rates. A service and calibration timer also reminds operators when maintenance is required, ensuring the unit is always operable and in optimum working condition. The Gas-Tec also includes an optional ‘service lock’ facility, ensuring it cannot be used in the field whilst out of calibration.
Based around Crowcon’s original tried and tested Gas-Tec ‘engine’ detection method, this next generation model is already proven, fit for purpose and suited to the rigours of everyday use. With a response time of less than two seconds, the Gas-Tec is calibrated to methane, with conversion factors for other common hydrocarbons available. It has a detection range of 0 – 10,000 ppm and is accurate to within +/-10%. Battery life is over 22 hours, allowing continual use for a full shift. Battery recharge time is only 2 ½ hours.
Supplied in a wheeled ABS impact resistant case with a fitted foam insert, it is ingress protected to IP54 and can be used outdoors in all weather conditions. Accessories include a trigger survey kit, an in-vehicle survey tool allowing detection at speeds of up to 30km/hour. Probe assemblies are also available for all types of applications, including bore hole, straight probe, cup attachment and detection trolley. Other useful accessories are available, such as vehicle chargers, earphones, spare hydrogen cylinders and a hydrogen filling panel.
A Very Versatile Gas Detector
The Biosystems PHD6 is a cutting edge multi-gas detector by Sperian (France). With its 5 sensor ports, its 6 detection channels and more than 19 sensor options including electrochemical, LIE, PID and infrared sensors, the Biosystems PHD6 is a very versatile gas detector.
The Biosystems PHD6 is a sop- histicated, reliable and user-friendly gas detector. Day-to-day detection opera- tions can be launched and kept under control using the mode button. On the display screen, a status bar with easily recognisable icons enables quick access to all data, from time to calibration status. User-friendly, built in menus enable advanced users to configure the detector on site. The PHD6 is constructed of an engineered polycarbonate frame with a rubber overmold, making it tough and easy to handle. Alkaline or rechargeable (Li Ion battery) versions of the detector are also available.
To cut calibration costs and automate the monito- ring of results, Sperian also commercialised the Biosystems IQ6 Express control and calibration dock alongside the PHD6. This easy to use and flexible device ensures a high capacity data processing. The user just has to put the detector on the dock before he starts working and the dock automatically performs common tests in under a minute to verify that the equipment is working well.
Thanks to its software, the IQ6 dock can also record data from the detector to draw up statistics on possible risks in a given environment. The very innovative functionality helps to reduce labour time and to cut calibration gas costs.
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Behind Worldwide Calibration
Calibration and test gases play a crucial part in gas detection. Check gases are the key to calibrating instruments at regular intervals and most importantly, verifying the functionality of gas detectors. Across the globe, manufacturers, distributors and end customers utilise Euro-Gas cylinders to protect the safety of personnel.
Extend your Company’s Product Portfolio
If you purchase calibration and bump gas from an equipment manufacturer or distributor, you may already be using one of the extensive ranges of gases available at Euro-Gas. A significant number of Euro-Gas worldwide clients take advantage of a complimentary labelling service to extend their own portfolio of products, with the
knowledge that they have the experience and technical support of Euro-Gas behind them.
Gas cylinders can be privately labelled with your own Company logo and contact details. Euro-Gas offers this option as a free of charge service and has a dedicated, friendly team on hand for technical and marketing assistance.
Providing quality and cost effective solutions to the problems of industrial and environmental safety worldwide, Euro-Gas specialise in the supply of:
• Calibration and test gases • Komyo Kitagawa Gas Detector Tube System • Advanced OEM gas sensors and circuitry
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Regular functional testing and calibration is easy and low cost with lightweight, non- refillable cylinders. The perfect sizes for bump testing of equipment are 20 litre and 34 litre cylinders. For regular calibration, 34 litre, 58 litre and the new Euro-Gas 110 litre cylinder, which conforms to the important European Legislation EN12205, provide more gas in a convenient size and at low cost. Out in the field, non-refillable cylinders are ideal where portability is paramount. For larger quantities of gas, Euro-Gas refillable cylinders offer an alternative.
Euro-Gas also offers advanced gas sensors and supporting circuitry, presenting simple gas detection solutions for manufacturers.
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Annual Buyers’ Guide 2010
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