Fluid Components International ST100 Series air/gas flow meter
23 July, 2012 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe ST100 Series thermal mass air/gas flow meter from Fluid Components International (FCI) has obtained full certification from the Hart Foundation for its hardware and DD files, indicating full compliance with the Hart Communication Protocol.
CAC GAS Gas Flow Selector (GFS) series
04 July, 2012 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationThe CAC GAS Gas Flow Selector (GFS) series for calibrating and testing gas detection instruments and gas analysers will allow two, four or six gas inputs to one gas outlet. A manual dial allows the user to select the gas required.
CAC Gas Marine calibration gas
14 June, 2012 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationThe CAC Gas specific calibration gas mixtures for the marine industry are available in 103 and 112 L cylinders.
CAC Gas FF-100 SM septum regulator
07 June, 2012 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationThe FF-100 SM septum regulator is designed for applications where customers are required to inject gas samples into GCs or other gas analysers. The regulator provides the connection for taking samples with a gas syringe.
Calibration gas test stations
04 June, 2012 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationCAC Gas has introduced a line of bump test/calibration stations for use with gas detection instruments and gas analysers. The test stations range from manual systems to automated systems. The MGS and GFS Manual Series stations are designed to be used by technicians and service repair facilities. The BTS and BTS-HP Automated Series are easy-to-use, one-button test stations for field testing of portable gas detection instruments.
CAC Gas & Instrumentation BTS-HP Bump Test Stations for gas detection instruments
30 May, 2012 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationThe BTS-HP Bump Test Stations are used with high-pressure/large-volume gas cylinders, providing a solution for bump testing/response testing gas detection instruments in mining applications. Workers can test their gas detection instruments quickly and efficiently by simply pushing the green button.
Draeger X-act 5000 automatic tube pump
25 May, 2012 | Supplied by: Draeger Australia Pty. Ltd.The automatic tube pump Draeger X-act 5000 can be used to measure and sample gases, vapours and aerosols. An all-in-one solution, it is designed for measurements with the company’s short-term tubes and for sampling tubes and systems.
Inadequate security involving explosives at mine sites
30 April, 2012The Department of Mines and Petroleum, Government of Western Australia, has issued a safety alert following two recent incidents where explosive items were left unaccounted for in underground elevated work platforms and charge baskets at mine sites. The explosives were only discovered some time later, after the equipment returned to the surface. In one case, welding work was carried out on the machinery in very close proximity to the explosives (boosters and a detonator) before they were discovered.
Working safely in confined spaces
12 April, 2012 by Tony Jones* | Supplied by: WormaldWorking within confined spaces poses many risks to health and safety. Each year, many people are seriously injured or killed due to adverse conditions in confined spaces. Although it is not always possible to prevent these incidents, employers have a duty to minimise the health and safety risks associated with working in confined spaces.
Dwyer Instruments Model 1205B handheld CO/CO2 gas analyser
21 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Dwyer Omega (Aust) Pty LtdThe Model 1205B handheld CO/CO2 gas analyser accurately measures the concentration of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide in a duct or space.
Xtralis releases enhanced Vesda Eco gas detection device
04 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Xtralis Pty LtdAn enhanced version of the Vesda Eco gas detection device from Xtralis is available. Eco is a gas detection extension for the Xtralis Vesda aspirating smoke detection (ASD) system that can detect alcohol, gasoline vapour, pentane, chlorine and carbon dioxide and also provide oxygen and ammonia sensing.
CAC Gas 10 L high-pressure cylinder
30 November, 2011 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & Instrumentation
The CAC Gas 10 L high-pressure cylinder with gas capacity of 1500 L is a suitable alternative for users who are currently consuming multiple 58 L cylinders per year.
Remote control inspector for confined spaces
21 November, 2011
A confined spaces inspection robot eliminates risks for workers and reduces the costs associated with bridge maintenance.
Ignition of gas leads to underground fire
15 November, 2011
An ignition of gas and a subsequent fire in the longwall goaf of an underground coal mine resulted in the evacuation of the underground workforce. An investigation into the cause of the ignition and the emergency response is continuing.
Vision Safe Bottlechock cylinder restraint system
04 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Vision Safe
Bottlechock is a cylinder restraint system purpose designed to keep cylinders secure, protecting staff along with often valuable gauges and equipment. The clamp design allows a range of cylinders with different diameters to be held by the same clamp. The clamp grips around, maintaining full contact with the cylinder, to restrict both horizontal and vertical movement.
