Maintaining your fixed gas detection system is crucial for ensuring the safety of your business. This guide will provide you with everything you need to know about keeping your system in top condition, from understanding its benefits to scheduling regular maintenance.
What is a Fixed Gas Detection System?
A fixed gas detection system is a network of sensors that continuously monitor the air for the presence of flammable or toxic gases. If a gas leak is detected, the system will sound an alarm and take steps to shut off the gas supply, preventing a potentially dangerous situation.
Benefits of Using a Fixed Gas Detection System:
- Enhanced Safety: Early detection of gas leaks can prevent fires, explosions, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that your system is constantly monitoring for gas leaks can give you peace of mind.
- Compliance with Regulations: In many cases, businesses are required by law to have a fixed gas detection system installed.
Who Needs a Fixed Gas System?
The deployment of fixed gas detection systems is of paramount importance in environments harbouring potential hazards. They are particularly indispensable in enclosed spaces with limited air circulation where flammable or toxic gases are employed, stored, or generated. From industrial complexes and scientific laboratories to bustling hotels and densely populated public buildings, these systems offer invaluable protection.
Importance of Regular Maintenance and Service:
Just like any other safety equipment, your fixed gas detection system needs to be regularly maintained and serviced to ensure it is functioning properly. This typically involves:
- Visual inspection of the sensors and equipment
- Testing of the system's functionality
- Calibration of the sensors
- Replacement of any worn or damaged parts
How Often Should You Maintain Your Fixed Gas System?
The frequency of maintenance will vary depending on the specific system and the environment in which it is installed. However, most manufacturers recommend having your system serviced at least once a year, though for optimal performance it is suggested your systems are serviced and calibrated every 6 months. However, Shawcity also offers products, such as the Xgard Bright by Crowcon, which require zero calibration for five years.
Shawcity: Your Trusted Partner for Fixed Gas Detection Systems
Shawcity is a leading provider of fixed gas detection systems and services. We offer a wide range of systems to meet your specific needs, as well as comprehensive maintenance and service plans.
The Benefits of Shawcity
We partner with world-leading manufacturers to ensure we have the most comprehensive independent offer for our customers. For your peace of mind, we are accredited members of the Safe Contractor scheme, and all our engineers are CSCS and SSSTS certified. Shawcity is also ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Complete Protection Through Integration & Bespoke Installation:
Your fixed gas system will seamlessly integrate with existing safety controls, triggering automatic valve shutdowns, ventilation adjustments, and alarms for ultimate protection. Tailored installation, based on comprehensive site surveys, ensures optimal performance and smooth implementation.
Service Plans
Service plans offer fixed gas system owners various levels of inclusive support such as emergency call-outs and telephone advice. Having pre-arranged service cover in place is not only cost-effective, but it ensures a safe and efficient ongoing maintenance programme has already been budgeted for. Shawcity service plan packages offer support for any size or configuration of fixed gas systems.
Contact Shawcity today for a free consultation!
If you’d like any further information or to arrange a free site survey, please contact fixedgas@shawcity.co.uk or Tel: 01367 780919
01367 899553
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