productCrowcon’s intrinsically safe
TXgard-IS+ gas detector is
fitted with electrochemical
sensors which enable it to
detect a wide range of toxic
gases and oxygen.
Already certified to ATEX
and IECEx standards, the
additi
productThe Selvapiana winery in Tuscany is
using Crowcon’s CellarSafe and
Xgard fixed CO2 gas detectors to
protect workers in the winery’s cellars.
CO2 is a by-product of the
fermentation process and, because it
is heavier t
productWorkers in paint booths and other
areas where hazardous gas may be
present need a portable source of air;
the Gast range of rotary vane air
compressor and vacuum pumps can
provide this at the low pressure
required for a
productA new concept in eye and respiratory
protection has been developed by JSP
to solve the problem of incompatible
safety eyewear and disposable masks.
Called FilterSpec, the unit combines a
mask and disposable filter with
articleReusable half-face and full-face respirators are a proven
and effective means of ensuring that workers in a variety of
environments receive a clean,safe air supply,but only if they
are correctly maintained, explains Aicha
productNew from BOC is the G-TECTA
range of portable gas detection
instruments.
Designed for ease of use, offering
a simple one-touch operation, the
range is suitable for all levels of
personnel from manufacturing
operative
productNew from Draeger is the X-zone
5000 wireless monitoring unit.
Easily positioned and providing clear
alarms, these robust, waterproof
units detect and communicate the
presence of a range of toxic,
combustible and explo
productThe new Draeger X-am 5600
is believed to be the
smallest portable gas
detection
instrument for
the
measurement
of up to six
gases. With an
ergonomic
mobile phone
design, it
features infrared
(IR) sensor technolog
articleA number of enforced changes to the standards for respiratory protective equipment (RPE) have recently taken place. Geoff Hooke from the BSIF explains why the amends have been made and how this will affect users, specifiers and suppliers of RPE
productSulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) is an ideal
arc suppressant for high voltage
switchgear. Unfortunately it also has
the highest Global Warming Potential
of any fluorinated gas. Just 1kg has the
same environmental effect as 22.
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