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Gas Detection & Analysis

Gastec Detector Tube System

Portable Gas Detectors

Fixed Gas Monitoring Systems

Service & Support

GAS DETECTION & ANALYSIS

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

a1-cbiss have over 20 years experience and capability providing gas detection solutions across a wide range of industries for the protection of people, facilities and the environment.

We pride ourselves on placing great emphasis on customer service to qualify your need and offer a gas detection solution that best suits your requirement.

We can offer personal gas detectors through to gas detection systems that are integrated into a complete control system.

Working with a1-cbiss

Expertise & Consultancy

n Market leading technical & legislative consultancy

Project Management

n Every project is fully supported by a dedicated project manager to provide one point of contact throughout every phase through to completion and thereafter

In-House Project Design & Build

n Expert in-house design team provides initial drawings following full site survey

n Consultation & troubleshooting to meet specific design/ application requirements

n All systems are configured to specified requirements by factory trained engineers

Service & Support

All equipment is fully supported in the UK by industry specialist engineers to provide the most comprehensive maintenance programme available.

n Nationwide coverage

n 24 Hour callout response

n Peace of mind

n Bespoke contracts tailored to site specific, legislative or budgetary requirements

Installation & Commissioning

n Expert installation team with over 10 years experience to install, calibrate and commission your system

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Oil & Gas Petrochemical Water/Wastewater

Food and Beverage Shipping and Marine Environmental

Labs and Universities Construction

KEY MARKETS


GASTEC Detector Tube System

Gastec Gas Tubes

Gastec tubes are used as an on the spot sampling method for measuring toxic substances in air or water. Gastec tubes are used as a cost-effective, short-term or long-term gas detection method.

Benefits of buying from a1-cbiss:

Same day despatch for orders placed before 2pm

All packs of standard tubes, same price - £29.95

Helpful service and support

The most accurate detector tube system available

The Gastec tubes give a clear and precise, easy to read colour change

Easy to use sample pump which requires minimal pump strokes

Pump adapter to provide convenient, one handed operation

Gastec detector tubes are used worldwide in:

n Factories

n Chemical plants

n Oil and gas platforms

n And other work places where gas detection is required

Whether you are in occupational hygiene, environmental analysis or COSHH assessment, Gastec has the answer!

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Application Note – Crude Oil Tank CleaningTanks onboard vessels must be cleaned from time to time for various reasons. One reason is to change the type of product carried inside a tank. Protocols for entry into confined space are required as there is a risk of the presence of toxic gases such as Benzene, H2S, Mercaptans , Hydrocarbons, etc. Referrals should be made to the MSDS (Marine Safety Data Sheets) and precautions for toxic gases as listed in ISGOTT.

Entry should not be permitted without appropriate personal protective equipment if statutory or recommended exposure limits are likely to be exceeded. Checks for toxic gases should be made prior to entering a tank using appropriate detector equipment, such as detector tubes.

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The Gastec detector tube system comprises two major components; the piston-style pump, which utilises an easy draw and the Gastec detector tubes, which give a precise and easy to read colour change.

Starter Kit COSHH Assessment Kit Unknown Gas Hazard KitConfined Space Kit

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Gastec Precision PumpThe Gastec Sampling Pump offers superior benefits over other tube sampling techniques.

n Easy use and minimal effort often using single pump strokes

n Complete with a tube tip breaker

n Flow finish indicator to show when pump stroke is complete

n Optional sample counter

Standard Gas Detector TubesShort term measurement and low level detection of over 600 different gases and vapours

Dosi-tubesLong term measurement of gas concentrations for personnel exposure and area monitoring

Polytec Qualitative TubesQualitative Detector tubes for the determination of unknown gases and vapours

Ion TubesLow level measurement of contaminants in water

Airtec TubesAir quality testing in breathing air-lines and air-fed machinery

Gastec KitsThe a1-cbiss industry specific starter kits are ideal for newcomers to gas detection or for specific air monitoring applications.

Each kit contains components for routine gas detection

n Gastec pump

n Application specific Gastec detector tubes

n Guidance notes & training guide

n Maintenance kit

n Carry Case

Our Most Popular Kits include:

n Starter Kit Plus Kit

n Confined Space Entry Kit

n COSHH Assessment Kit

n Toxic Gas Detection Kit

n Unknown Gas Hazard Assessment Kit

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Breathing Air Test Kit Measures:n Oxygen levels

n CO

n CO2

n Water Vapour

n Oil Mist

Kit Includes:n Robust aluminium case

n 1/4” Female BSP connection

n Stopwatch

n Tube breaker

n 4 packs of Airtec tubes

n O2 Gas detector

Features:n Ensures full compliance with EN12021

n Fast, low cost testing

n Rugged design - Housed in a protective aluminium casing

n Lightweight – Only 4kg

n No additional equipment required

n On-site customer calibration function

n No batteries required

n No charging required, meaning that it can even be used in situations where power isn’t accessible

Ideal for testing:n Breathing Air Compressors

n S.C.U.B.A

n Breathing Air Masks

n Process Air Compressors

Breathing Air Quality Test Kit

Application Note – Compressed Air TestingCompressed breathing air is used in paint booths in autobody shops, spray booths, silica blasting and similar applications. Also compressors are used to fill scuba tanks or provide air to divers. It is very important that the quality of the air provided to the worker or diver meet the requirements and guidelines laid out in EN12021 for compressed breathing air.

A1-cbiss have designed a conveniently packaged breathing air quality test kit – the AIRQUAL-1, that allows for an ‘on the spot’ measurement of compressed air that fully complies with the compressed breathing air standards.


AIRQUAL-1 Compressed Air Testing Kit Designed to fully comply with EN12021 for the air purity testing of compressed breathing air. It is a conveniently packaged breathing air quality test kit that allows for a convenient ‘on the spot’ measurement of compressed air.

Finding the right gas detector is easy. The hard part is deciding how to solve common gas detection problems. What do you do when your people are exposed to alarm conditions?

What do you do when gas detectors go down and you’re waiting for them to be serviced?

iNet keeps people safe by providing visibility into alarms, exposure and usage. It manages costly and time-consuming maintenance problems before they happen. And you don’t have to buy the gas detectors when you subscribe to iNet.

Instead, you receive Gas Detection as a Service.

1. Operators dock gas detectors

2. Docking Stations perform bump tests, calibrations and record-keeping

3. iNet Control provides visibility into your gas detection program via the Web

4. iNet e-mails real-time alerts and status reports

5. When iNet detects a problem, Industrial Scientific rushes a replacement gas detector to you

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Recognise these headaches?‘We cannot maintain our equipment.’

‘Gas Detection costs are too high and unpredictable.’

‘We don’t really know what’s happening out there.’

Sound familiar? Then INET could be for you.


Portable Gas Detectors

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Concentrations of H2S over 1000ppm, cause immediate collapse and loss of breathing”

Wearing a personal gas detector, may save your life!

4 Gas Detectors

MSA Altair 4X n 3 year warranty

n LEL, CO, H2S & O2

n 1m water submersible

n 6m drop test

Single Gas Detectors

Industrial Scientific Tango TX1 n New Dual Sensor Technology

n Sensors from CO, H2S, NO2, SO2

n 3 Year Warranty

n IP66, IP67

Industrial Scientific Ventis MX4 n Draws samples of up to 100 feet with an

optional, integrated sampling pump

n 4 gases from O2, CO, H2S, NO2, SO2, CH4

n Available for hire

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Area Monitoring

BM25 Transportable Area Monitor n Monitoring from 1 to 5 gases through diffusion or sample draw

n Designed for team protection or area surveillance

n 17 interchangeable “smart” sensor options

n Runtime greater than 100 hours


Multi-gas Detectors

MSA Altair 5X n Measures up to 6 gases simultaneously

n A field-proven integral pump provides consistent gas flow without the problems of externally attached components

n Fitted with a wide range of toxic, LEL and infra-red sensors, providing the flexibility required to meet most applications

Industrial Scientific MX6 iBrid™ n Features a full-colour LCD display screen

n Designed to detect 1 to 6 gases including oxygen, combustible gases and up to four toxic gases


Application Note – Confined Space EntryConfined space refers to an area which is enclosed with limited access which making it dangerous. An example is the interior of a storage tank, which workers may enter for maintenance but which is not ordinarily a habitable space. Hazards in a confined space often include suffocation by gases which may be present but not identified by visibility or smell.

In September 2012, three men died suffering from the effects of fume inhalation after falling into a slurry tank on a farm at Hillsborough, County Down, Ireland.

Had they been wearing a personal gas detector to detect present gases, an alarm would have given them an indication that the tank was not safe to enter and death would have been prevented.

Application Note – Hot Works Maintenance Within ATEX areas it is sometimes necessary that hot works i.e. welding is required especially during shut downs. Due to its nature, welding is an ignition source and in normal operation would not be allowed within an ATEX area. Even though during shut downs great care is taken to ensure that no explosive gases are present, it is still necessary to monitor for any unexpected gas clouds.

A typical use for the BM25 would at a gas custody transfer station where natural gas releases are possible especially during plant scheduled maintenance.


Advanced handheld Photo Ionisation Detectors (PID) are ideal instruments for detecting volatile organic compound (VOC).

n Fire and HazMat

n Industrial Hygiene

n Environmental Applications

n National Security

MiniRAE 3000 Portable Handheld VOC Monitorn PID range of 0 to 15,000 ppm

n ATEX Approved

MiniRAE LiteThe most reliable handheld (VOC) monitor on the market n PID range of 0 to 5,000 ppm

n ATEX Approved

ppbRAE 3000Portable Handheld VOC Monitor n PID range of 1 ppb to 10,000 ppm

n ATEX Approved

ToxiRAE Pro PIDThe world’s smallest wireless volatile organic compounds (VOC) monitorn The ToxiRAE Pro PID provides safety professionals with wireless

access to real-time instrument readings and alarm status from any location for better visibility and faster response

n Promptly detects and accurately monitors over 300 VOCs

n 0.1 to 2,000 ppm range, 0.1 ppm resolution and 190 built-in correction factors

n Reliable, rugged, and intrinsically safe

n Continuous datalogging

MiniRAE 3000

ToxiRAE Pro PID

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Photo Ionisation Detectors

Application Note – Land remediationContaminated land is a struggle for developers looking to build new property. Land contamination simply means an unacceptable risk to human health or the environment. Identifying land contamination requires assessment, measurement and remediation. The primary contaminants are typically VOC’s (volatile organic compounds).

MiniRAE3000 VOC monitor ensures costs are kept to a minimum whilst providing environmental consultants with accurate results to decide what level of remediation is required.


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Colorimetric Gas DetectorsDOD Technologies employ reliable ChemLogic tape technology to provide quick detection of low level gases at ppb levels, whilst utilising the most advanced electronics and analysis software to meet the needs of health and safety professionals.

The Next Generation ChemLogic Portable (CLPX) provides powerful portable gas detection to detect a variety of gases. Its design makes the versatile CLPX the most reliable, fool proof, user friendly gas detector on the market.

n Changing the instrument from detecting one gas to another simply requires a change of the calibration curve and a change of the cassette

n Immediate indication that gas is present

n Automated calibration reduces maintenance

n Built in data logging micro SD card can record up to 5 years of data

n Up to 12 hours of continuous monitoring

Personal BadgesThe SafeAir system consists of a direct reading colorimetric badge and a colour comparison chart

n Personnel or area monitoring for exposure times ranging from 15 minutes to 24 hours

n Easy to use

n Highly sensitive and selective

n Ideal for daily employee screening or leak detection due to small size & fast response time

n No calibration or laboratory analysis needed

The ChemLogic Continuous Gas Monitor provides field proven ChemLogic Technology to detect Hydrides and Diisocyanates.

n Reduced maintenance

n Quick response times

n 2 & 4 Month cassettes for reduced operation cost

n Flash memory storage for easily retrievable data

Application Note – Testing for IsocyanatesChemical plants require area samples or spot checks to be collected at key locations along production lines to evaluate the risk of isocyanate exposure to personnel.

Disinfectants such as hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, and ozone, as well as refrigerants like ammonia are frequently used. Long-term exposure to these toxic gases may cause serious health effects such as breathing difficulties, eye irritation and skin corrosion. As a result, gas detection is an important part of the everyday safety requirements for these processing facilities to ensure a safe work environment.

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The OdaLog is available in 3 options: Wireless OdaLog RTx Logger n Long life lithium battery lasts greater than 12 months, allowing for long term

deployment in wastewater treatments and perimiter monitoring applications

n Operates at ranges of 0-200ppm or 0-1000ppm

n Memory capacity stores up to 42000 data points

n Easy to read instruction menu

n Large LCD

L2 OdaLog Logger Purpose built, robust design with superior features n ATEX approvals

n Stores up to 42000 data points

n Single button operation & easy to read menu

n Monitoring of H2S, Cl2, NO2, SO2, NO, CO or NH3 at ppm levels

Wireless Option,

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data,reducing

travel costs

Application Note – Wastewater treatment plants When transporting and treating wastewater, the breakdown of organic matter within sewage releases Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S), which causes a number of environmental issues odour complaints from local residents.

To help control the levels of H2S cultivation, odour control chemicals are added to the sewage. The Odalog is used to monitor the H2S levels within the pipelines and the effectiveness of chemical dosing. Odalogs are used by 80% of wastewater companies across the UK, they are chosen because of their superior IP rating and excellent battery life and data capacity.

OdaStat Software takes gas data from the OdaLog instrument and in a few simple steps creates vital information, providing the user with a clear understanding of gas levels and patterns in graphical and tabular form.

App-Tek OdaLog Low Range H2S Logger Designed to assist in odour control management n Accurately monitors H2S at levels of 0.01 to 2ppm

n It is designed to assist in odour management activities at: plant fence-lines, scrubber outlets, landfill sites and residential locations where complaints are frequently reported

Odour Monitoring


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Fixed Gas Detection SystemsChemDAQ’s Steri-Trac Gas Monitoring System provides the optimal solution for workplace safety assurance, utilising configurable alarms and a module design for continuous detection.

The steri-trac detectors are configurable to support 28 different gases including Peracetic Acid, Ethylene Oxide, Hydrogen Peroxide and Ozone, with each individual detector showing the readings for its dedicated area.

Application Note – Food and Beverage FacilitiesThe food and beverage industry works to ensure that food stuffs are preserved properly for shipment, providing consumers with an ongoing supply of processed food, rich in taste and colour, and free of bacteria.

Disinfectants such as hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, and ozone, as well as refrigerants like ammonia are frequently used. As a result, gas detection is an important part of the everyday safety requirements for these processing facilities to ensure a safe work environment.

ChemDAQ’s Steri-Trac® toxic gas monitoring system provides a means to monitor ambient air in the work place and help ensure a safe environment. Steri-Trac® Area monitors, in conjunction with Remote Display Repeaters and ChemDAQ’s DAQ™ Central Monitoring System continuously gather, analyse, report and display exposure values in areas where dangerous agents are used or stored.

Reliable Means of Employee Protection

The use of an ethylene oxide filter eliminates any false alarms from common background interference such as alcohols and carbon monoxide.

Reduce Downtime with Sensor Exchange Program (SXP)

The use of ChemDAQ’s SXP utilises exchangeable EnviroCell™ Sensor Modules for reliable and accurate gas readings. The program provides factory calibrated sensors at regular intervals, ensuring your unit is always working at is best.

DAQ Central Monitoring System

ChemDAQ’s DAQ Central Monitoring System is a PC based data acquisition program designed to provide real time tracking and display of TWA.

Fixed Gas Detection Equipment

In many industrial applications, safety is ensured around the clock by a fixed gas detection system. Hazards can have several origins: the release of toxic gases, oxygen deficiency or enrichment as well as the presence of combustible gases and vapours.

With most systems having 4-20mA, digital, or relay outputs, a signal can be used to trigger industrial processes if a situation becomes dangerous. For example starting extractor fans or turning off supply lines. When detected at an early stage, counter-measures can be initiated to protect personnel, workplaces and plant.

a1-cbiss offer a range of control panels and detectors from the market’s leading manufacturers.

MX43 n Analogue and digital controller

n 4 or 8 lines, up to 32 detectors

n Up to 32 fully programmable relays (OR, AND, NAND, NOR, Voting functions)

n Large graphic display

n Remoted modules (cost savings on wiring installation)

n Data logging capability

n RS485 Modbus RTU and multiple analogue outputs

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Application Note – Oxygen Depletion When inert gas is allowed to escape into atmosphere, the oxygen level becomes depleted. Gas alarms are triggered when the levels of oxygen measured reach set alarm levels. Oxygen levels are continually measured by fixed gas detectors positioned around the risk area, which provide the central control system with continuous readings. Alarm levels are set so that indication can be provided to key personnel via the control panel of a potentially unsafe situation, coupled with alarms/beacons which are usually provided to ensure all risk areas are covered with a clear signal to personnel.

MX15 n 1 channel

n Low cost and easy to install

n DIN rail mounting

n 3 built-in discrete relays

n For any transmitters/detectors

n Continuous self-checking

i-TransTM n Unique dual sensor Platform (remote placement)

n 4-20 mA and ModBus RTU interface for direct communication to any control device or PLC

n Optional built-in relays

n Highly visible, split-screen LED display

n Detects O2, combustible and toxic gases

n Available in stainless steel


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Oldham CTX300 n 4-20 mA analogue transmitter without display

n SIL2 capability for LEL, O2, CO, H2S, NH3, CO2

n Detects combustible, toxic or refrigerant gases and O2

n Available with electrochemical, infrared or semi-conductor sensors

n Designed for industrial applications

n Available in explosion-proof or intrinsically safe versions, and stainless steel

n New XP IR infrared sensor or catalytic sensor

n A high-temperature version allows operation up to 200°C

OLCT80/OLCT80 Wireless n A triple head multi-function transmitter

n On-board display

n 3 built-in relays for fault, low and high alarms (alarms in relay are fully programmable)

n Two 4-20 mA inputs, built in relays, memory settings and requests by remote control

n 4-20 mA and RS 485 outputs, loop connection

n New Wireless Version available suitable for explosive areas

n Flameproof or intrinsic-safety sensors

n Low power requirements;

n Universally accepted frequency of 2.4 GHz/900MHz; and

n Flexible input/output options, including analogue, TOR and Modbus RS485

OLCT10 - OLC10 n 4-20 mA output analog transmitter without display

n Available with catalytic bead, electrochemical or semi-conductor sensors

n Detects combustible, toxic and refrigerant gases (CO, NO, NO2, Methane, Propane, Butane, Hydrogen, LPG, NGV and freons) - EN 14624 compliant with regards to R134a monitoring

n For commercial use (boiler rooms, hospitals, carparks, etc.)

n ATEX 3G certified for use in zone 2 (except semi-conductor version)

OLC 100/OLCT 100 n 4-20 mA analogue transmitter without display

n SIL2 capability for LEL, O2, CO, H2S, NH3, CO2

n Detects combustible, toxic or refrigerant gases and O2

n Available with electrochemical, infrared or semi-conductor sensors

n Designed for industrial applications

n Available in explosion-proof or intrinsically safe versions, and stainless steel

n New XP IR infrared sensor or catalytic sensor

n A high-temperature version allows operation up to 200°C

OLCT 60/OLCT IR n 4-20 mA analogue infrared transmitter with display

n SIL2 capability

n Detects CO2 or combustible gases

n Double source / four beams

n Corrosion resistant

n Available with remote sensor head

n Heated optics

n Non-intrusive, one-man calibration

OLCT10N n Digital transmitter without display

n Available with catalytic bead or electrochemical sensors

n Detects O2, combustible, and toxic gases

n Available for detection of O2, CO, H2S, NH3, NO, NO2, Methane, Propane, Butane and Hydrogen

n For commercial and light industrial applications (laboratories, cooling rooms, hospitals, boiler rooms, waste water treatment plants, etc.)

n ATEX 3G certified for use in zone 2

n For use only with the MX43 controller

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Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detection

The ultrasonic leak detector range boasts a variety of benefits including;

n Lifelong calibration

n SIL 2 and ATEX certified

n Self cleansing and self testing functions

n Can be remotely tested from up to 5m away

n Unaffected by wind direction, dilution of the gas and direction of the gas cloud

n Microphone sensor technology

Application Note – Oil and Gas Platforms Ultrasonic technology demonstrates significant benefits over infra-red or traditional point gas leak detection technologies as the sensor itself is unaffected by wind direction, dilution of the gas cloud or the direction of the leak itself, therefore it has the potential to provide early warning of a hydrocarbon release.


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a1-cbiss is the UK distributor for A+ Corporation Genie Filters - the industry leader in providing sample conditioning components to give you most accurate sample for reliable analysis in your oil & gas pipeline process.

Genie pressure regulatorsThe Genie® Regulators™ are designed to help condition gas samples for analysis. Our product offering includes single stage but also multi stage regulators in a heated and non-heated versions.n Minimises the chance of condensation thereby reducing regulator freeze-ups, pre serving sample

integrity, and minimising analyser down time and maintenance cost

n Eliminates the need for multiple regulators in series - reducing cost, space, and set up time (JTR and JTR-H)

Avenger filters Series 30 & 90These filters provide sample conditioning and analyser protection by: n Coalescing and removal of liquid droplets, aerosol mist, and solid particles from gas

(vapour) streams

n Removal of sticky particles from liquid

Humidisorb, moisture & corrosion controlHumidisorb packets are designed to protect moisture sensitive enclosures and electrical/electronic equipment by absorbing and releasing moisture to maintain a long term, constant relative humidity inside of the enclosure.

Genie probesn Genie Probes contain Genie Membrane Technology on the probe tip which rejects entrained liquid at flowing pressure and

temperature conditions, making them suitable for extracting a representative (vapour phase only) spot, composite, or on-line gas sample.

n A variety of portable and permanent models are available that range from 2” in length to those that are several feet long (designed to install into an underground main line that cannot be depressurised) compounds from water samples (200 Series)

Genie Sample Conditioning Components

Genie membrane separators series 100 & 200These separators contain Genie® Membrane Technology™ and are designed to provide sample conditioning and analyser protection by:n Removal of entrained liquid and fine particles from gas (vapour) streams. (100 Series)

n Removal of immiscible liquid such as water from liquid hydrocarbon sample streams such as gasoline and diesel. (200 Series)

n Removal of absorbed gases, gas bubbles, or volatile organic carbon (VOC) compounds from water samples (200 Series)

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LumaSense Photoacoustic Gas Monitors

Photoacoustic Gas Monitor INNOVA 1412

n Highly accurate, reliable and stable quantitative field gas monitor

n Selectively measures the concentration of up to 5 component gases and water vapor in any air sample

n Compensates for interference between the measured field gases, using the unique cross-compensation feature

n Detection limit is field gas-dependent but typically in the 10-2 ppm region

n Gases: CO2, CO, TOC, Water Vapour, SF6

Photoacoustic Multi-gas Monitor INNOVA 1314

n Can measure almost any gas which absorbs infra-red light

n Measures the concentration of up to 5 component gases and water vapor in any air sample

n Detection limit is gas-dependent, but is typically in the ppb region.

n Extremely reliable due to self-testing procedures

Applications:n Research

n Indoor air quality

n Occupational health & safety

n Ventilation analysis

n Hospitals

n Agricultural production

n Exhaust emission monitoring

The LumaSense Photoacoustic Gas Monitors are highly accurate, reliable and stable quantitative. Their measurement principle are based on the photoacoustic infrared detection method. This means that they can speciate between almost any field gas that absorbs infrared light at a very low detection limit (PPB range).

a1-cbiss supply them as standalone monitors or as part of a bespoke system.

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Bespoke Sampling Systemsa1-cbiss made their name within industry over 22 years ago by adding value to many gas detection instruments and engineering them into sampling systems. We have a 4 man strong design team with another 6 engineers to design and build bespoke systems to the customer requirements.

Many major projects include, The Natural History Museum, Tyco, Selex, Coors Brewery, E2V, Ricardo Engineering, Day International.

It’s what we stand for! Custom Built Intelligent Sampling Systems.

The monitoring systems are suitable for a variety of applications including:

n Air Pollution

n OEM for Analyser Companies

n Confined Spaces

n Car Parks

n Refrigerant Plants

n Breweries

n Tunnels

n Landfill Sites

n Sewage Treatment Works

The next generation of a1-cbiss sequential gas sampling systems provide multipoint, wide area monitoring of up to 32 individual points. Every project is fully supported by a dedicated project manager to provide one point of contact through to completion and thereafter.

CDAS (CBISS Data Acquisition Software) now mcerted, completes the a1-cbiss sampling offering. Software provision extends to site specific, legislative and budgetary requirements.

Gases Analysed:

n CH4 n LEL

n CO n NH3

n CO2 n NO

n H2S n O2

n Hexane n Propane

n HFC’s

Application Note – Tunnel Construction During the construction phase of rail tunnels, a build-up of toxic vapours, exhaust fumes given off by MEWP’s (mobile elevating work platforms), or the build-up of potentially explosive gas, are the main sources of hazardous gas which will risk worker safety. As the application is classed as a confined space, the importance of continuous gas detection is required to ensure workers safety.

As stipulated by the HSE and the BTS (British tunneling society), they have specified monitoring of Oxygen (O2), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2), Carbon Monoxide (CO), and Nitrogen Oxide (NO), and to include data logging and reporting software.

a1-cbiss supplied a gas detection system to continuously monitor for all four gases and log their readings every 60 seconds. The PLC controller and data logger operator is able to easily download the data on a weekly basis via a USB key and download the data to their laptop.


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Service & Support

The Service CentreWhether it be single, multi, area or fixed gas detection, a1-cbiss Service Centre offers a full range of gas detection services. The regional service support network consists of fully factory trained engineers and office based customer service advisors who are there to help you and offer advice on any queries that you may have.

The Service Centre offer two forms of service capabilities – Return to Workshop or On-site Service.

n Large, regional service support network

n Fully factory trained industry specialists on hand to provide full service, repair & calibration

n Competitive prices

n Fast turnaround times

n Stock holding of consumables and spare parts

n Dedicated customer service advisors

Return to Workshop

a1-cbiss provides a complete return to workshop solution for portables. Whether your equipment is damaged or simply in need of a service or calibration, we offer competitive rates and 2 levels of response times. All instrumentation is issued with the necessary calibration certficates in order for you to comply with your quality standards.

n 2 types of service package:

Standard – 7 day turnaround time*

Express – 3 day turnaround time *

* subject to parts availability

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On-site Service – We come to you!

Service & calibration is carried out on-site to reduce downtime, saving you money. It removes the complications of shipping instrumentation off-site, eradicating the need for surplus equipment.

n 1-4 scheduled service and calibration visits per year

n Guaranteed response time from 48 hours

n Site allocated service engineer

n Comprehensive stockists of critical spare parts and consumables

Annual Service Contracts

Standard – 5 day response

Premium – 48 hour callout response

We specifically support products from the following manufacturers:


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Service & Support

Maersk Oil

Shell UK

Conoco Philips

BP Chemicals Ltd

Bayer Crop Science UK Ltd

BNFL PLC

BP Shipping

Coors Brewers Ltd

John Smiths

Continental Teves

Costain Oil and Gas Process Ltd

Johnson Matthey PLC

Elster Instromet

Scottish Agricultural College

Glanbia Cheese

The Natural History Museum

GlaxoSmithKline

Hawker Beechcraft

Stena Line

International Mining and Marine

Isotron

King Sturge

Michell Instruments

Huntsman Tioxide

New Britain Oils

Proctor & Gamble

Schlumberger Oilfield UK

Scotts Company (UK) Ltd

Selex Sensors & Airborne

SGS UK

University of Exeter

University of Manchester

University of York

Urenco Capenhurst Ltd

Anglian Water

H & M Environmental

Ineos Manufacturing Ltd

Total UK Ltd

Chubb Fire Scotland

Loughborough University

London Waste

ExonMobil Chemical Ltd

Rentokil Ltd

Dow Corning Ltd

Ricardo UK

Vale Europe Ltd

Cobra Hydro UK Ltd

BAE Systems

Yara Industrial

Odournet UK

Lucite International UK

Bayer Crop Science

Unilever UK

Innospec Ltd

Odour Services International

Novartis

Thames Water

United Utilities

DSTL

Veolia ERF

Day International

Catalent

Cory Environmental

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Testimonials“We have recently decided to change from drager tube analysis to Gastec.

The main drive for the change is the competitive price of the Gastec tubes and the next day delivery as standard.

In addition after a trial of the Gastec pump the user found it easier and quicker to use as most of the time the Gastec pump requires only one pull against 10 strokes on the drager pump”.

Sandrine ColleTeam Leader Process Control Laboratory, Vale Europe Ltd

Museum application note

The natural history museum’s newest exhibition, the giant squid, called Archie, is 8.62m long and was caught off the coast of the Falkland Islands in March 2004. The final home for Archie is a specially made acrylic tank filled with a 10% solution of formol-saline as a preservative. The tank was constructed in California, by the people who made the tanks for Damien Hirsts’ various artworks of animals in formaldehyde. The tank is 9m and 45cm long and stands on a 1-metre stainless steel stand so that the giant squid can be viewed from any angle. The risk assessment indentified the possibility of potential formaldehyde leakage, anything above 0.3ppm release to atmosphere is considered a risk to health, therefore, low level gas detection was installed as a first point of detection for formaldehyde leakage.

a1-cbiss were chosen to supply the gas detection and sampling system. Due to the size of the area and the low detection levels required, a1-cbiss engineered a solution that included two Innova 1412 Photoacoustic Gas Monitors which detects formaldehyde down to 0.1ppm as well as their own Mark IV Samplers, which samples from over 70 locations across the museum.

a1-cbiss offers design, engineering, manufacturing, project management, installation and commissioning with all major projects keeping quality control all in house to ensure trouble free project completion.

“a1-cbiss have supplied Ricardo UK with both fixed and portable gas detection. The service and support has been good, quickly resolving any product issues that were no cause of their own. Overall I would happily contact them again if and when we have another gas detection requirement”.

Alan Platt Plant Maintenance Supervisor, Ricardo UK Ltd

Captain Andy Humphreys, Safety and Environmental Manager, Stena Line says

“Since the beginning of the project, we are very happy with the close contact support that we received from the sales and service teams at a1-cbiss, which has ensured that we have bought the most cost effective and suitable solution to meet the legislation and protect our employees. We chose to use a1-cbiss to service the gas detectors every 6 months as we have a very good relationship with the team there and they are always available to give me the expert advice I require”.

Shipping Vessels application note

To satisfy parts of ‘The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) (Chemical Agents) Regulations 2010’, a1-cbiss were chosen by Stena Line to supply multi-gas detectors for each of their vessels. The detectors had to monitor for CO, CO2, LEL, O2, H2S & SO2. It was critical that the gas detectors were easy to use, offered functions for datalogging recording and reporting software and were fully maintained via service, repair and calibration.


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