Instrumentation and Control News - Gas Sensors

IR5000 Open Path Infrared Gas Detector with Expanded Range for Combustible Gas Monitoring

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 20:38:20 +0200

- Operator-friendly features simplify setup, status and control functions -

Industrial Scientific Releases the World's First Gas Monitor with a Full-Color Display

Sat, 02 Jun 2007 20:38:20 +0200

The MX6 color display improves safety with clear readings in low-light, bright-light or anywhere in between. Whether the work is outside, inside or underground, it's easy to see what gas hazards may be present in the immediate work environment. The display also supports on-board graphing and a menu-driven PEG (Portable Embedded GUI) operating system that allows the user to step through instrument functions with an intuitive menu and the instrument's five-way navigation button.

FAST™ O2 Sensor Processor Kit For SuperFlow Dynos

Sat, 12 May 2007 05:37:52 +0200

Finally, an easy, plug-in kit that allows your dyno to record and monitor air/fuel ratio with the use of standard SuperFlow software/hardware

Transducer Technology, Inc. and KWJ Engineering Inc. Announce Merger; New Era in Nano/MEMS-Based Gas Detection Instrumentation

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:32:03 +0200

Two companies in Silicon Valley announce a business merger that will accelerate the use of MEMS and Nano technologies in the gas detection industry. A joining of Nano/MEMS technology with top grade product engineering will assist in solving virtually any gas detection need. KWJ/TTI facilities include a new state of the art clean room for sensor manufacture as well as equipment for R&D, custom engineering, manufacture and calibration of complete gas detection systems.

Mikuni Develops Low-cost Hydrogen Sensor for Fuel Cell System

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 20:14:43 +0100

The development was a part of a research project for nurturing the operations of the Innovation Plaza Miyagi of Japan Science and Technology Agency entitled "Development of hydrogen sensor using new composite film," which was conducted in corporation with Iwate University.

RAE Systems Offers New Chemical Sensors and Stainless Steel Enclosures

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:14:43 +0100

RAE Systems Offers New Chemical Sensors and Stainless Steel Enclosures for AreaRAE Wireless Sensor Platform Ruggedized for Industrial Applications and First Responders

New sensor detects gaseous chemical weapon surrogates in 45 seconds

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 23:32:03 +0100

"QPAS is an extremely sensitive and selective chemical detection technique that can be miniaturized and yet is still practical to operate in field environments,"

Thermox smart sensor product line simplifies installtion and operations

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 01:08:47 +0100

All the main Thermox products have been upgraded including the WDG IV/IQ oxygen analysers, the WDG HPII/IQ, the WDG Insitu/IQ, and the CEM O2/IQ. Also being upgraded is the EI 20/IQ carbon monoxide analyser for across the stack infrared monitoring of carbon monoxide. Thermox smart sensors provide serial communications or 4-20 mA outputs for proper control...

Production increase helped by oxygen analyser

Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:42:37 +0100

In order to increase the Wilton production of PTA (pure terephthalic acid) and polyester resin products, Servomex have supplied a 2200 series process oxygen analyser as part of an SIS

RAE Systems Introduces QRAE II Next Generation One-to-Four Sensor Toxic Gas Monitor

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 15:31:33 +0100

RAE Systems Introduces QRAE II Next Generation One-to-Four Sensor Toxic Gas Monitor; First Unit Designed With Lead Free, RoHS Compliant Oxygen Sensor...

Honeywell Analytics Launches Versatile Gas Detector For Two-Wire Systems In Flammable Environments

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 15:31:33 +0100

The device's Intrinsic Safety (IS) and Explosion Proof hazardous area approval allows the Series 3000 XPIS to be wired alongside other field wiring without IS certification. This removes the need for cable segregation as required by IS certified detectors

RAE Systems Awarded Contract By PetroChina’s Dushanzi Petrochemical Project

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:25:48 +0100

The value of the initial contract is estimated at $2M. Bidding for the contract began in October 2006, with final selection made in late December. RAE Systems’ China subsidiary, RAE-KLH, will supply a 1,600-point combustible and toxic gas detection system along with field services and technical support in 2007 and 2008...

New laser device measures methane from a safe distance; Crowcon Revolutionizing Methane Surveys.

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:48:01 +0100

The lightweight Laser Methane is highly selective and will not give false readings, even when other gases are present. It can detect methane at concentrations between 10 -10,000 ppm-m up to 490 feet away in less than 0.1 seconds, even through glass. The unit can also be fixed in a permanent position to scan a given area...

Thermo Introduces CrystalVision CO2 Sensor for Beverage Industry

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 23:12:02 +0100

The CrystalVision CO2 sensor is a cost-effective solution that is easy to deploy and integrate into the beverage production process, specifically beer brewing. The sensor operates 24x7 and can withstand Clean in Place (CIP) cycles, providing continuous data which can be used to increase throughput...

Plant and Personnel Safety to Turn Fortunes of Mature Gas Detectors and Analyzers Market

Thu, 04 Jan 2007 02:05:00 +0100

Market participants expect to tap opportunities by educating end users on the advantages of using different sensors. There is a shift in the combustible gas market as catalytic gas detectors are gaining lost ground owing to their extensive detection capability, which is driving the growth of combustible market...