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IR Gas Detector Provides Rapid Response

The advanced Model IR400 Point IR Combustible Gas Detector from General Monitors features an industry-leading three-second T90 response time to the presence of combustible hydrocarbon-based gases, which allows plant operators to respond quickly to gas leaks and ...

Apr. 3, 2013

By General Monitors

A Comparison of Point Sensors and Open Path Monitors For Toxic Gas (esp. HF) Monitoring

Point Sensors Ion Mobility Spectroscope (IMS) – a gas sample is ionized by a radioactive source (Ni63). Differences in ion drift under the influence of an applied electric field produce a spectrum that is dependent on the mass, charge, and shape of the component ions. The detector signal and strength is tuned to the drift time of the ion of interest (in this case HF) and signal strength is ...

Jan. 1, 2004

By Boreal Laser Inc.

Selecting and Placing Gas Detectors for Maximum Application Protection

Many industrial processes involve dangerous gases and vapors: flammable, toxic, or both. With the different sensing technologies available, and the wide range of industrial applications that exist, selecting the best sensor and locating them properly for the job at hand can be a challenge. To ensure a high level of safety, know the latest sensing technologies, which technology is best for the ...

Jul. 16, 2010

By Det-Tronics - Detector Electronics Corporation

Safety Systems Depend on Reliable Field Sensors (Emphasis on Fire and Gas Detectors)

Abstract Because not all hazards are the same, identifying and quantifying the hazard is the starting point in choosing sensing technology. Not all detectors are the same, and they should be selected according to their ability to detect the hazard. This paper gives a broad summary of technologies that provide users reliable responses to hazardous conditions, that minimise false ...

Jul. 16, 2010

By Det-Tronics - Detector Electronics Corporation part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security

Improved HF monitoring in Primary Aluminium Smelters with Laser Gas Detectors

Primary aluminium smelting generates large amounts of hydrogen fluoride gas (HF). Concerns for worker safety and ambient air quality require that HF be monitored at several locations in smelters. Historically, a variety of methods have been used for HF monitoring. Cassette samplers and wet chemistry techniques, coupled with complex and expensive ...

Mar. 1, 2004

By Boreal Laser Inc.

Moisture detection for semi gases via EP-IR Spectroscopy

Introduction EP-IR is a new technology that provides opportunities for uncharted territories One of these territories is moisture analysis What limit of detection for moisture can be achieved? EP-IRGAS Encoded Photometric-Integrated Real-Time Gas Analysis Solution Incorporates an Aspectrics 128 channel ...

Aug. 9, 2011

By CIC Photonics, Inc.

Establishment of the encoded photometric (ep-ir) spectrometer’s ability to detect the lowest possible level of moisture

Problem Statement The race for a system that can detect the lowest possible level of moisture is seemingly everlasting. As the race continues we have begun to explore the options of using an EP-IR spectrometer coupled with DID Photonics Integrated IR Source 4 Runner. Experimental Equipment The EP-IR spectrometer is vibration insensitive and runs ...

May 1, 2013

By CIC Photonics, Inc.

Upgrading from Pellistor Gas Sensors to Infrared Technology

In this article Andy Avenell, Crowcon’s Fixed Systems Product Manager, considers the shift towards infrared (IR) gas sensor technology in the oil and gas industry. Abstract Flammable gases and vapours can present considerable dangers in many industrial applications, none more so than the processes involved in extracting, transporting and processing oil and gas. Fast and reliable ...

Feb. 1, 2010

By Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd - a Halma company

FTIR resolution requirements for industrial gas analyses

FTIR Spectroscopy FTIR Spectroscopy is a widely used technique for gas analyses in industrial applications. It is a technique used in the semiconductor industry for measuring the purity of cleaning, etching, and epitreatment gases used with various process tools, reactors, and abatement devices. Among chemical companies and R&D faciltities, FTIR is applied to combustion ...

May 1, 2013

By CIC Photonics, Inc.

Detecting Hydrogen Gas and Fires: Seeing the Unseen

Hydrogen usage is growing. The general public sees and reads about hydrogen as an alternative fuel for cars. However, the big use for hydrogen is found in hydrocarbon processing and other important manufacturing processes. Hydrogen is the first element on the periodic table and is an essential element in the manufacturing of many of our everyday products. We must have respect for its explosive ...

Jul. 16, 2010

By Det-Tronics - Detector Electronics Corporation part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security

FTIR resolution requirements for industrial gas analyzers

FTIR Spectroscopy is a widely used technique for gas analyses in industrial applications. It is a technique used in the semiconductor industry for measuring the purity of cleaning, etching, and epi-treatment gases used with various process tools, reactors, and abatement devices. Among chemical companies and R&D facilities, FTIR is applied to combustion thermodynamics and stack gas emissions; ...

Aug. 9, 2011

By CIC Photonics, Inc.

Detection of early PFA seals (perfluoroalk-oxyethylene) degradation exposed to process gases inside a reactor chamber

Problem Statement Replacement of PFA seals inside the reactor chamber is performed according scheduled maintenance and life expectancy of the seals. Early degradation of seals goes completely undetected until there is a complete failure of the seal, letting atmospheric contaminants inside the reactor and forcing an unscheduled reactor downtime. IRGAS ...

May 1, 2013

By CIC Photonics, Inc.

Smart LDAR — more cost-effective?

On December 19, 2008, EPA issued a final rule establishing a voluntary Alternative Work Practice (AWP) to detect leaks of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and hazardous air pollutants (HAP) from process equipment (FR Vol. 73, Number 246), thereby providing the regulated community additional flexibility in complying with leak detection and repair (LDAR) requirements. The AWP allows owners or ...

Jun. 5, 2009

By Trinity Consultants

Swedish solution for high-rise building fires

Swedish fire fighting nozzle specialists, Unifire AB, have developed what may very well usher in a new era in fire fighting: a fully automatic fire detection and extinguishing system, called FlameRanger. The system, according to Unifire, is capable of detecting and extinguishing a fire in seconds of its breaking out, with minimal use of water, and without any human intervention required. Unifire ...

Dec. 1, 2016

By Unifire AB

A comparison of two solid phase extraction methods for the analysis of Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons in butter

Background Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are ubiquitous in the environment, resulting from both natural and manmade sources of combustion. Farm animals, such as cows, can become exposed to them through both consumption of contaminated feed and water, and inhalation of contaminated atmosphere ...

Nov. 30, 2015

By MilliporeSigma

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