Crowcon News

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.

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 [...]

Crowcon launches Gas-Tec Hydrocarbon Gas Detector for Leak Survey and Localisation
Crowcon’s new Gas-Tec portable hydrocarbon gas detector is designed for rapid leak survey and localisation applications. 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 pinpoint and record areas of significant [...]