It is a simple fact that gas detection equipment saves lives.

But how do you know if or when you need a gas detector and what type is right for your business?

Gas detectors come in two varieties, fixed and portable, with many businesses using a combination of both depending on their workplace needs. Portable gas detectors are primarily used for mobile workers who have to work within an environment that is not monitored by fixed gas detectors. Portable detectors are also a cost effective solution for small businesses or for monitoring areas that are not commonly used making the installation of fixed detector cost prohibitive.

Where are portable gas detectors used?

Usually a portable gas detector is used when entering confined spaces such as emergency services entering possible hazardous area. The most important job your gas detector does is to continuously monitor the air in your breathing zone to ensure that you are alerted to any potential risks. For this reason it is essential that your detector is monitored within 1m of your nose and mouth.

Which portable gas detector do I need?

Once you’ve decided that portable gas detector is required, you need to work out what sensors you require. A risk assessment of the working environment must be carried out to identify potential gas hazards and then the appropriate sensors can be selected. Most commonly, the atmospheric dangers will include flammable gases such as natural gas, oxygen (either deficiency or enrichment), Carbon Monoxide and Hydrogen Sulphide. However there are toxic gases that are specific to certain industries such as chlorine and ammonia that also require close monitoring.

Some of our portable gas detectors are capable of monitoring different gases simultaneously for environments where there is more than one hazard present.

Why Choose a SafeGas Detector?

With over 30 years experience, we supply an extensive range of portable gas detectors Australia wide for all industries as well as gas alarm systems, odour sensors, air quality monitors and oil and grease steel particle analysers. We have you covered for every application.