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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 …

Calibration gas can expire just like food, and just like expired food, expired gas can cause major problems. The cylinders of gas that are used for bump testing and calibration are a crucial part of ensuring that gas monitors perform as they should to keep workers safe. Test gases come in disposable cylinders in set amounts and concentrations that get used to calibrate gas detection equipment. If this concentration is lower, your gas monitors won’t pick up toxic atmospheres as effectively, …

The Honeywell E3Point Gas Detector is designed to help your team work smarter by automating the gas detection process. It uses advanced technology to increase the reach of your gas detectors while maintaining the efficacy of your equipment. It can even help you save money on your utilities by regulating your HVAC system and utilities. These products work with all different types of gas detection systems. Use this guide to find the right monitor for your operations. The E3Point Gas Detec …