The gas detector always listens, but who listens to the gas detector?
As a building operator, it is very reassuring to know that a professional gas detection system takes care of the health of the occupants of the building. But as time passes, the sensor system also requires care. In this material, we present the important information with which you can enjoy the benefits of the system for the longest time.
Nowadays, it is commonplace that technology develops at a rapid pace. In some areas, such as information technology, telecommunications, and car manufacturing, technology that is ten years old is already outdated, almost Stone Age technology. Mobile phone and smart device manufacturers release newer and newer models every year, while car manufacturers also release model updates every 3-5 years.
Fortunately, this technical obsolescence is not typical in the field of gas detection. Of course, manufacturers are constantly working on developments and new solutions, but these do not affect the operation, quality, or possible compatibility of previously installed systems.
What does the lifetime of a gas detection system depend on?
Everything starts with the basics, that is, good planning of the system is important, which is ideally done by a professional. The employees of Szenzortechnika Kft., with decades of experience and vast knowledge of tools, create systems tailored to (in most cases) individual needs in order to ensure that they work perfectly. Based on this, the installation is also done, where we also make sure that the system construction involves the least amount of ‘upheaval’. However, the system is only as effective as it can be managed, so it is important that the gas detectors are properly managed by local staff.
After the installation of our systems, we hold training for the building operators.
However, there is not always time to monitor gas detectors, so a suitable signaling system is also important. All our SENS-EX products are equipped with a self-error and service-requirement signaling system, so that in the event of a malfunction, the device itself indicates the need for repair. For this, Szenzortechnika Kft is available to its customers with a nationwide service network.
However, it is important to know that the service life of SENS-EX sensors (due to their sensor technology) is 2-3 years for chemical cell sensors, 3-5 years for semiconductor sensors, and 5-10 years for infrared sensors.
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