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Crowcon Detection Instruments Ltd. continuously strives to remain at the forefront of new developments in gas detection and endeavour to inform their customers of the latest news and features.

Crowcon Expands Capabilities of its Lightweight, Intrinsically Safe T3 Portable Multi-Gas Detector
Gas detection specialist Crowcon has expanded the capabilities of its highly successful Tetra:3 (T3) personal multi-gas detector with three more toxic gas sensors: ozone (O3), sulphur dioxide (SO2) and ammonia (NH3). This complements the existing sensor range which includes flammable gases, oxygen (O2), hydrogen sulphide (H2S), and carbon monoxide (CO). The new sensors widen the [...]

Upgrading from Pellistor Gas Sensors to Infrared Technology
In this article Andy Avenell, Crowcon’s Fixed Systems Product Manager, considers the shift towards infrared (IR) gas sensor technology in the oil and gas industry. Abstract Flammable gases and vapours can present considerable dangers in many industrial applications, none more so than the processes involved in extracting, transporting and processing oil and gas. Fast and reliable detection [...]

Crowcon’s CellarSafe Gas Detector Helps Athletes Train Safely in ‘Artificial Mountains’
Gas detector ensures constant O2 and CO2 levels in enclosed chambers Crowcon’s CellarSafe O2/CO2 gas detector and control system is being used to monitor the level of the two gases in unique ‘artificial mountains’ – enclosed endurance training chambers designed to simulate depleted oxygen levels at high altitudes. The chambers are manufactured by German company Höhenbalance [...]

Detecting Gas Hazards in the Water and Wastewater Industries
The water and wastewater industries produce many toxic and flammable gases that need to be detected and eliminated. The gas hazards vary considerably depending on the application, location and treatment process, but the solution is always the same – a combination of fixed and portable gas detectors. At each stage in the processing and treatment regime [...]

Crowcon’s new Gas-Tec Gas Detector Allows Methane leaks from Landfills to be Quickly Identified and Localised
Crowcon’s new Gas-Tec portable gas detector is designed to rapidly identify and localise methane leaks from landfill sites and waste processing facilities. Using Crowcon’s tried and tested flame ionisation chamber, the Gas-Tec also features next generation technology such as GPS, data and event logging. The new device allows survey teams to track progress and quickly [...]