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Gas detection equipment won’t last forever. Many sensors typically need to be replaced every two to three years as the components degrade over time. Cross-sensitivity to non-target gases can also lead to inaccurate results, including positive and negative readings. Gas detection issues can lead to a false sense of security. These devices can malfunction for various reasons, leading to inaccurate readings and poor connectivity. All gas monitoring equipment naturally degrades over time, regar …

You’re trusting your personal gas monitor with your life as well as the lives of your crew. The only choice you have is to choose the most durable model with the greatest features that still fits your budget. RKI has those needs covered with the latest in their line of multi-gas monitors. The more information you have before you enter a confined space, and the better the quality of that information while you’re working, the better chance you and your team have of staying safe at work. The m …

PK Safety experts are proud to offer our customers mPower Electronics Inc. brand gas detection equipment, alarm systems, and other environmental hazard safety options. Learn more about how mPower Electronics can serve your workplace and keep your team safe from the potential hazards of your work environment and atmosphere. Imagine a product line that not only allows the detection of atmospheric gases and other hazards but can cover your bases with environmental hazards like soil contaminati …

First responders should consider having personal gas detectors on hand when responding to 911 phone calls. If hazardous gases, like carbon monoxide (CO) are present in the space, the alarm will go off. These workers can easily attach these portable, small and lightweight gas monitors to their uniforms, bags, or keep a few in the ambulance for easy accessibility. CO poisoning is more common during the colder months, when folks usually keep their windows closed while running furnaces, heaters …

RKI Instrument’s GX-3R Pro 5-gas Monitor is a powerful gas detection device with all the latest technological features. RKI recently launched its Connected Worker Solution, which allows you to connect the GX-3R Pro device to the cloud, so you and your team can access readings in real-time, wherever and whenever you need them, even when you're not physically at the facility. The solution includes: Automation of critical safety alerts and incident management Staying connected to k …

Fixed gas detectors are used for continuous monitoring in permanent work environments. Portable gas detectors can be worn by first responders and maintenance crews in the field. Both options issue an alarm when the target gas or gases passes the acceptable threshold. Gas monitoring is essential for any business encountering potentially hazardous gases, including carbon monoxide, methane, nitrogen dioxide, and combustibles that can lead to flash fires. Breathing in these gases can lead …

Though parking garages are convenient and have become integral in most urban settings, these structures require important safety features to prevent the spread of hazardous gases, including carbon monoxide (CO) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2). Breathing in these gases often and for long periods can lead to serious illness and injury, including carbon monoxide poisoning, difficulty breathing, nausea, fatigue, fainting, and blurred vision. Companies and owners of these structures should instal …

Businesses and professionals need to choose a gas monitor based on where they are working. Gas monitors should detect gases that are likely to be present in the space. Fixed monitors are used for ongoing monitoring, while portable gas detectors are used by workers in the field. Protecting your workforce from hazardous gases starts with choosing the right gas detection devices based on the task at hand. Several important factors should be considered when selecting this equipment for your tea …

You should consider more than just the price tag when buying a gas monitor, because a lower upfront cost doesn’t mean it offers the best value. Monitoring your workplace for hazardous gases can take time, but safety should never be compromised. That’s why it’s important to calculate the total cost of ownership when using a gas monitor. Certain devices come with features that can help you save money over time, even though they come with a higher price tag. Keep the following considerations i …

Single-use gas monitors don’t last forever. Like a lot of devices, they have a usable life at which point they stop working as effectively. While your monitor might still turn on after its expiration date, it’s safest not to use it: there’s no room for error when it comes to gas detection monitors, which protect workers from dangerous atmospheric hazards that can cause long-term injury, illness, and death. Your gas monitor will have a unique turn-on date that’s one year after its manufa …