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Flame Ionization Detector delivers accurate hydrocarbon measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:44 -0500

Servomex SERVOPRO FID provides 100 ppb resolution hydrocarbon measurement, with all flow electronically and temperature regulated. It includes Ethernet/Internet connectivity, allowing users to check parameters or troubleshoot unit offsite. Device's logarithmic amplifier minimizes drift and thermal noise. Lock Range function allows operator to fix unit within desired range, while automatic ranging feature changes measurement parameters according to impurities detected.

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UV-Based System deters illegal in-facility smoking.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:28:00 -0500

Suited for buildings in cities and states where it is illegal for employees to smoke, CatchaSmoker series uses UV flame detector technology to catch smokers in offices and factory bathrooms. Technology detects smoker lighting up and alerts management, either with loud alarm or totally silent/stealth alarm, via building-wide paging system. Installation can be accomplished by regular maintenance staff in less than 1 hr per location.

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Flame Detectors are available with HART communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:29:03 -0500

Flame detectors FL3100H (UV/IR) and FL3101H (UV-only) detect fires and provide alarm outputs directly from detector while maintaining false alarm immunity. In addition to process variable, HART protocol permits access to device configuration, diagnostics, as well as maintenance and alarm records. Features include continuous optical path monitoring, 4-20 mA stepped output, 3 SPDT high current programmable relay outputs, and RS-485 serial output with Modbus RTU protocol.

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Smoke Detector offers early fire detection, localization.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:29:58 -0500

Protecting areas up to 400 m², 420 Series Aspirating Smoke Detector TM features 10-digit bar graph for monitoring smoke pollution and utilizes LSN improved technology that accommodates currents to 1,500 mA at distances to 3,000 m. ROOM-IDENT feature can individually identify up to 5 rooms and accelerates tracking down of fire source in 4 phases. Intelligent signal processor discerns real/false alarms, and results are displayed on unit itself and Bosch Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series.

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Safety Surveillance System works automatically.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 18 May 2009 08:40:11 -0500

With Class I, Div. 1 and NEMA 4X approvals from FM, CSA, CE, and ATEX, xWatch® camera and surveillance system automatically detects and records safety incidents for remote or local viewing. System enables immediate viewing of industrial hazards remotely via configurable IP address, and record and review incidents for event analysis. Flame detector with camera views same expanse, and continuous, real-time video captured provides operator with surveillance capabilities during normal operation.

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Optical Flame Detectors are explosion proof.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:38:27 -0500

Designed to protect municipal/industrial waste disposal facilities, SharpEye 40/40I optical flame detectors are fitted with heated window to withstand harshest of conditions, and HART output to offer quality information during installation or maintenance. Detectors are Hazardous Area approved (FM/ATEX/IECEx/CSA) for location in zone I areas and 3rd party performance approved (EN54-10, FM, DNV). Product, when placed along edge of waste pit, enables continuous monitoring of waste pit.

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Optical Flame Detectors have explosion-proof design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:37:01 -0500

Addressing fire and explosion hazards in bio-fuel plants, SharpEye 40/40 series includes IR, UV, UV/IR, IR3, and multi-spectral flame detectors with false activation immunity. Sensing distances reach 135 ft, and HART capabilities enable digital communications. Sealed electronics protect integrity of unit when open and heated window prevents condensation in humid environments. Additional protection is provided against hydrocarbon-based and water vapors.

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Flame Ionization Detector measures methane gas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 07:40:43 -0500

Meeting/exceeding requirements for EPA Federal Reference Method 21 for fugitive gas emissions, MicroFID measures methane in landfill gas, while non-methane components can be measured by adding snap-on charcoal filter capsule. Single tutor key prompts operator through basic operations, and critical data is displayed in less than 3 sec. Unit provides datalogging capability so readings can be stored and downloaded to computer for subsequent analysis and record-keeping purposes.

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Smoke Detector uses crystal-controlled wireless technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:43:37 -0500

Enabling precision detection of even minute particles produced by clean-burning fires, GEM-SMK can detect all types of fires including paper, wood, gasoline, polystyrene, and smoldering fires. Photoelectric smoke detector eliminates need for home and business owners to run wires throughout their properties. It includes batteries with 5 yr life, mounting kit, and built in LED status indicator that alerts users when their battery is low or device is in need of cleaning.

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Detector reduces risk of gas leak and fire ignition hazards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:52:07 -0500

Designed for rapid detection of pressurized hydrogen leaks in vessels and pipes in open and ventilated areas, Gassonic Observer can detect leak initiation regardless of ventilation rate, gas dilution, or direction of leak, without gas having to make physical contact with sensor element. It has detection radius for hydrogen up to 8 m at leak rate of 0.01 kg/sec. Senssonic(TM) integrated acoustic self-test periodically verifies integrity of electronic circuitry and operation of acoustic sensor.

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High-Temp UV Flame Detector responds rapidly to fires.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:37:13 -0500

Able to recognize fire within 100 msec, FL3111HT UV Flame Detector senses flames only in UV spectral range, operates in temperatures up to 257ºF, and has 4-20 mA stepped output. Design incorporates continuous optical path monitoring (COPM) technology, which performs self-checks for optical path integrity and electronics once every minute to ensure proper operation. Electronics, fully separated from Exe wire compartment, are contained within SS, explosion-proof housing.

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Flame Detector features sealed electronic and sensor section.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:45:01 -0500

SharpEye 20/20SI Triple IR Flame Detector has main section sealed to protect electronics and sensors from moisture during commissioning and maintenance. Modbus protocol is standard for RS-485 output, and microprocessor design allows for field programmability, minimizing false alarms. Factory settings can be updated before installation using PDA or laptop. Optical detector is available in FM and ATEX versions in aluminum or stainless steel housing.

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Visual Flame Detector is suited for oil and gas industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 07:44:44 -0500

Utilizing True Flame visual flame detection technology, Model FDS-301 detects fires in presence of sunlight, rain, fog, and hot objects. It offers false alarm immunity and can detect 10 kW hydrocarbon pool fire up to 144 ft within 90° cone of vision, indoors and outdoors. Interfaced to MICROPACK Control System or plant wide distributed control system, unit provides operator with full display and alarm handling facilities as well as live color video images.

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Flame Scanner utilizes discrimination techniques.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 25 May 2007 08:19:45 -0500

Able to sense presence and condition of flames, SmartScan(TM) 121 combines sensor technology and microprocessor control to discriminate between adjacent flames, fireballs, and radiating surfaces. Unit operates over -40 to +140ºF range and offers bar graph display as well as fuel select input for 2 fuel parameters. Suited for coal, oil, gas, solid, and non-standard fuel scanning, unit has online lens cleaning capability and is resistant to momentary power outages.

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Flame Scanner utilizes discrimination techniques.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 25 May 2007 08:19:45 -0500

Flame Detector offers false alarm immunity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:38:41 -0500

Incorporating neural network technology, Multi-Spectral Infrared FL4000 helps process and plant engineers protect people, equipment, and facilities from hydrocarbon flame sources. Unit offers extended range up to 230 ft and wide field-of-view characteristics of 100° at 50 ft. HART communications permit remote process variable interrogation, cyclical access to process data, parameter setting, and diagnostics. Unit also includes built-in COPM, self-test feature, and serial ports.

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Programmable Detector senses invisible hydrogen flames.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 07:09:12 -0500

Designed for detecting water vapor at ranges to 100 ft, model 20/20SH features optical sensors and filters that offer optimal degree of spectral matching to radiant energy emitted by hydrogen fire and lowest degree of matching to non-fire stimuli. Programmable algorithms check ratio and correlation of data received by optical sensors. Applications include facilities that use hydrogen fuel cells, hydrogen gas generators, and hydroxyfuels.

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IR Flame Detector is immune to false alarms.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Jan 2006 07:03:46 -0500

Combining optical Multi-Spectral IR (MSIR) sensor array with neural network technology (NNT) processing, FL4000 protects people, equipment, and facilities from dangerous hydrocarbon flame sources within 230 ft range. Intelligent system discriminates between actual flames and nuisance false alarm sources using 4 separate IR spectrums which sample different IR spectral areas. Flame or non-flame decision is output via LEDs, relays, and MODBUS.

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Flame Detectors monitor for hydrocarbon-based fires.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 07:07:24 -0500

Designed to detect UV and/or IR radiation emitted by hydrocarbon-based fires and flames, FlameGard Detectors operate as stand-alone units or can be connected to fire or security system. They are enclosed in copper-free, explosion-proof aluminum housings and can be mounted with bracket or optional swivel mount kit. In dusty environments, optional air purge kit keeps viewing glass clear. Detectors are FM approved and include false alarm suppression.

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Flame Detectors provide high false alarm immunity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 29 Jul 2005 08:10:15 -0500

Microcontroller-based, ATEX-approved UV/IR Model FL3110 and UV Model FL3111 include flicker-discrimination circuitry and self-checking continuous optical path monitoring to ensure fire protection. Both feature segregated wiring compartment where field terminations can be made without exposing ex-proof section to elements. Electronics are integral within stainless steel explosion-proof housing, allowing information to be processed at point of detection.

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