Dependable Detection of Refrigerant Gases with Crowcon’s F-Gas Detector

F-GasDetector_PlantRoomFluorinated (Freon) gases, which include hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), hydro-chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), are a family of man-made chemicals containing fluorine. These ’F-gases’ are extremely powerful greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming – most are between 1,000 and 20,000 times more powerful than CO2 in terms of their impact on the Read more

Crowcon’s Modular Gasmaster Control Panel Monitors up to Four Gas Detectors

crowcongasmasterCrowcon’s new Gasmaster control panel has a modular design meaning users only need purchase the required number of input modules. It can easily be extended by adding more modules at a later date. Gasmaster monitors up to four gas detectors or four fire zones, all from a single location.

Simple to operate, the large multilingual LCD display shows gas levels from all detectors simultaneously and allows quick and easy system adjustment and testing from the control panel. It can operate as a stand-alone unit or interface with any alarm or visual warning devices and Read more

Gas Safety in Confined Spaces

A confined space is any space large enough for someone to enter and perform assigned work, which has limited means of entry or exit, and which is not designed for continuous worker occupancy. This covers just about every industry, including utilities, construction, hydrocarbon exploration and processing, petrochemicals, marine, agriculture, food processing and brewing, as well as the emergency services.

Employers must assess the risks these workplaces pose to their employees and endeavour to prevent them.  In most cases, both the assessment and the safe working system will require testing of the atmosphere with gas detection Read more

Gas Safety in Confined Spaces

A confined space is any space large enough for someone to enter and perform assigned work, which has limited means of entry or exit, and which is not designed for continuous worker occupancy. This covers just about every industry, including utilities, construction, hydrocarbon exploration and processing, petrochemicals, marine, agriculture, food processing and brewing, as well as the emergency services.

Employers must assess the risks these workplaces pose to their employees and endeavour to prevent them.  In most cases, both the assessment and the safe working system will require testing of the atmosphere with gas detection equipment. Read more

Scott Safety makes respiratory selection easier with the launch of the Modular PAPR range at Safety and Health Expo 2013

Scott Safety, world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of gas detection, respiratory and other personal protective equipment, will be launching an innovative approach to choosing respiratory protection at this year’s Safety and Health Expo (Hall 1, stand I20) that allows workers to tailor their respiratory solution to their requirements, ensuring maximum user acceptance and protection.

Designed as a ‘Pick and Play’ solution, the new Modular PAPR system allows users to select from interchangeable blowers, headtops and hoses to ensure they can access the most appropriate respiratory protection solution for their needs. The range Read more

Crowcon ‘Clip’ and ‘Clip+’ Deliver Compliance

The new Crowcon Clip and Clip+ single gas monitors are simple to use and designed with one thing in mind: compliance with regulations and company procedures in the oil and gas industry. Intended for use in hazardous areas, they offer reliable and durable fixed life monitoring in a compact, Read more

Crowcon ‘Clip’ and ‘Clip+’ Single Gas Fixed-Life Monitors Deliver Compliance

Personal monitor with hibernate feature, extending life and reducing lifetime costs.

The new Crowcon Clip and Clip+ single gas monitors are simple to use and designed with one thing in mind: compliance with regulations and company procedures in the oil and gas industry. Intended for use in hazardous areas, they offer reliable and durable fixed life monitoring in acompact, lightweight and maintenance-free Read more

Crowcon showing the latest developments in gas detection technology at Health & Safety Expo 2012

Gas detection specialist Crowcon is showing its latest developments in gas detection technology at the Health and Safety Expo in Birmingham this May. Among the new products on show will be the Gas-Pro portable confined space entry (CSE) gas detector. Specifically designed for CSE work, the Gas-Pro has application-driven features that include a top-mount display, internal pump, detection of up to five gases simultaneously, and a tri-colour status indicator. Read more

Draeger appoints Peter Silk and further increases industry expertise

Peter Silk, formerly a technical advisor to Firebuy and Assistant Divisional Officer with the London Fire Brigade (LFB), has joined Draeger Safety as Manager of its new Southern Safety Centre.  He joins a team of industrial experts focused on delivering high quality solutions to customer problems as a result of in-depth knowledge of different industrial applications.

He comments, “I am pleased to be given the opportunity to be part of the Draeger team and to contribute to the company’s continuing success.  I see this as a fantastic opportunity for me to use the skills and knowledge that I have gained in my previous roles to develop and grow the Southern Safety Centre.  By establishing this Centre, Draeger is reinforcing its commitment to its customers by offering specialist aftercare and service from experienced professionals.” Read more

Brian Hesler Joins Draeger Safety

Brian Hesler, former Fire Chief at Northumberland Fire and Rescue, has joined Draeger Safety as Head of Service and Training UK. Based at the company’s head office in Blyth, Brian is no stranger to customer requirements for high quality service having served 33 years in the Fire Service.  He will now be heading up Draeger’s extensive training, after care and support service across the UK.

He comments, “Draeger not only manufactures a high quality range of products but it also offers excellent training, service, maintenance and support via experts from all areas of industry. Read more