Gas Safety
When Should You Upgrade Your Gas Detection System?
A fixed gas detection system can be a significant capital outlay so it’s important to keep it maintained to prolong its useable life and ensure that it remains functional. Gas detectors by nature of the technology involved, cannot tell us that they are no longer sensitive to the target gas. All we can do it test them regularly with test gas, re-calibrate them when necessary and make sure that they are replaced at the end of the useable life.
Gas sensor lifespan depends on the target gas and the sensor technology used. When maintained regularly and not exposed to excessive gas or environmental conditions, a Methane sensor typically has a 10 year life, Carbon Monoxide up to 7 years and Carbon Dioxide 5 years.
It’s important that owners of fixed gas detection systems pay particular attention to the installation date of each sensor and contact a professional when the sensors are approaching their End of Life (EOL). If the system is being maintained regularly by a specialist company such as Viewmyair, the planning and preparation for replacing the sensors at the EOL is handled during the one of the regular service visits eliminating the risk of a non-functioning sensor and reducing downtime.
Another reason for having a specialist come and look at upgrading your gas detection system would be if you’re getting false alarms. There could be a number of reasons for a false alarm so it’s always best to get a professional in to test the system and advise on any remedial works that may be needed. Sometimes this could be EMC or electrical interference, a faulty sensor or controller, or even dust and debris in the sensor.
You would only need to look at a major upgrade of your gas detection system if there has been a change to the circumstances to which it’s installed. If you’ve added extra plant equipment, increased the pipework or changed the ventilation, you may need to think about adding some additional sensors onto your existing gas detection system. You may also need to relocate some of the sensors if the equipment has moved or ventilation has been added.
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As a gas detection specialist, Viewmyair are uniquely positioned to advise on system upgrades as discussed above. We can test installed gas sensors, recalibrate, replace and advise on locations and suitability. With engineers nationwide who are trained to Viewmyair’s industry leading standards, and office-based staff on the phones, we are the first choice for large and small companies, or end-users who value a seamless, professional service that keeps safety and reliability at the core.
Viewmyair are an award winning gas detection service and maintenance company who are trusted by many publicly listed companies in the UK and look after some of the country’s most prestigious buildings, alongside schools, universities and anywhere with commercial plant rooms.
For more information please visit:
www.viewmyair.com
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