Crowcon

Xgard Gas Detectors

Crowcon is a global leader in designing and manufacturing gas detection technology and equipment. The company has been in operation for over 40 years and is consistently building upon its products. By integrating modern technology with the demands of the modern workplace, Crowcon has developed a line of gas detection devices and monitors that lead the competition. The Xgard range of gas detectors is a product of Crowcon s successful integration and technological advancements. With a wide range of sensor types and available accessories, the Xgard series is suitable for all worksites and is customizable enough to fit any needs.

Tough and reliable

The Xgard series of fixed point gas detectors is incredibly durable and reliable. The casings and materials, including weatherproof caps, are designed to protect the equipment from the harshest environments. The detectors are made from a variety of materials depending on the model: glass reinforced nylon, aluminum with polyester coating, and 316 stainless steel.

Variety of sensors

The fixed point gas detector offers a wide range of sensors for to suite almost all applications. The Xgard range of gas detectors is available in three models to meet varying worksite needs: flameproof, intrinsically safe, and safe area formats. Additionally, Xgard offers different types of fixed point gas detectors within these three models:

• Xgard Type 1- Intrinsically safe toxic and oxygen gas detectors
• Xgard Type 2- Flameproof toxic and oxygen gas detectors
• Xgard Type 3- Flameproof flammable gas detector
• Xgard Type 4- Flameproof high temperature flammable gas detector
• Xgard Type 5- Flameproof flammable gas detector with 4-20mA output
• Xgard Type 6- Flameproof thermal conductivity type gas detector
• Xsafe- Safe area flammable gas detector

Cost efficient and highly effective

With quick and easy installation and maintenance, the Xgard series is able to keep costs at a minimum. The replacement sensors, for example, are simple to replace by merely plugging them in. The replacement parts are also readily available and compatible with all Xgard models, thereby reducing the amount of required spare parts that are stored in the facility. Additionally, the sensors have two times the typical life spans of similar sensors in the industry. With a 2 year life span, worksites can expect to cut their sensor replacement costs in half. For worksites that require slightly more customization, Crowcon offers compatible accessories for the Xgard series such as sampling applications, remote gassing applications, spray deflectors, sun shields, weatherproof caps, collector cones, flow adapter, and accessories adapter.

Xgard also has flexible installation options. The unit is designed for either wall or ceiling mounts, and users will not need to purchase additional equipment for mounting. For more complex installation needs, users can purchase accessories.

Specifications

Each model is approximately the same size with dimensions of 6.1 x 6.5 x 4.3 inches and weighing approximately 1 or 2 pounds. The battery type, electrical output, and power requirements vary based on the sensor type. For a complete listing of gas sensors, types, and individual specifications, please see the product specifications listing.

2060-1 UV Flame Detector (660) - Aluminium by Crowcon

Crowcon supplies a wide range of detectors designed to detect flames extremely quickly and over long distances. The detectors can operate in difficult envonmental conditions and incorporate sophisticated algorithms and logic to prevent false alarms.

Features:

• Explosion proof ATEX, FM, CSA and GOST-R standards
• IR, UV, UV/IR and IR3 options
• Aluminium or stainless steel construction
• 4-20mA, RS-485 or standard 4-wire relay operation

Gasmaster Control Panel for Gas and Fire Monitoring

Crowcon Detection Instruments is a global leader in gas detection and safety equipment. With over 40 years of experience in research and technology, Crowcon is consistently leading the industry in design innovation. By integrating historical successes with advances in modern technology, Crowcon is able to consistently produce high quality products that meet today s challenging environments.

The Gasmaster is an innovative self-contained control panel that monitors gas and fire hazards. Its exclusive features allow the control panel to be flexible enough to fit most industrial applications. More importantly, its outstanding performance and leading technology make this panel an industry leader.

Exclusive Gasmaster Features

Crowcon sGasmaster contains numerous features that outperform the competition in gas detection and safety standards:

• Easy to use control features
• Easy to read backlit LCD display
• Unparalleled flexibility and compatibility with existing equipment
• Reliable alarm and safety features

Easy to Use

The Gasmaster is incredibly easy to read and operate. The front mounted display simultaneously broadcasts all of the appropriate gas levels while indicating the system status check. The front panel also houses the buttons that control the systems operations. All features of the Gasmaster, including recalibration, can be controlled by these easy to operate keys. With the simple push of a button, any user can easily operate the system s features. The Gasmaster s system s software was also designed with ease of use in mind. The software enables reconfiguration and datalogging instantaneously and requires minimal training.

The backlit LCD display screen provides all of the necessary safety information without overwhelming the user. Utilizing a large clear screen, the alphanumeric display reads the gas levels, displays the system status, and illuminates an alarm bar when necessary.

Flexible and Adaptable

The state of the art Gasmaster is incredibly versatile and flexible. The unit can monitor and control virtually any combination of gas and fire detectors. The unit also offers a variety of outputs

DEP-06-XX-R Detective + Transportable 1-Gas Area Monitor, CH4 % LEL Pumped, Extended Battery with Rigid Legs by Crowcon

Detective+ is now wireless. Detective Net is a wireless module that gives you up to 100 meters range excluding the use of cables. The Detective Net modules can also be used as a repeater giving you a stronger signal in those areas that are built up and that have issues with signal strength. Detective Net is backwards compatible enabling use with all version of Detective and Detective+, so it can be used on your existing fleet.

Designed for group protection, area monitoring and providing a virtual fenceline, Detective+ is a rugged, interconnectable, multigas temporary area monitor.

Building on Crowcon's experience in pioneering this category of detector, Detective+ has earned a reputation for reliability and versatility in demanding environments stretching from offshore platforms to the sands of the Middle East.

Rugged and robust, Detective+ features either fixed or folding legs and a protective frame that allows stacking for easier storage.

Available with an optional internal pump for sampling versatility, alarms are announced with an extremely loud sounder, while multiple beacons ensure 360 degree visibility.

Detective+ may now also be equipped with infra-red (IR) sensors, providing either CO2 detection, or allowing higher levels of flammable gas monitoring. IR sensors also provide immunity to the poisoning effects which standard flammable gas sensors can suffer from. This extends sensor life and further increases measurement confidence in tough applications such as water treatment plants and certain chemical or hydrocarbon processing facilities.

Versatile and user friendly

• Infrared sensors available
• Built in pump option
• Clear display
• Allows sampling of highly flammable gas levels and carbon dioxide
• Unaffected by poisoning
• Provides fast response and extra sensor protection
• Provides sampling versatility
• Provides clear information, allows identification of gas hazard

Rugged, tripod design

• Raised sensor apertures
• Folding or fixed leg options
• IP65 specifications
• Prevents water ingress
• Allows stacking for easier storage and transportation
• Provides excellent sensor protection

Loud and clear alarms

• 25 Detective+ units may be linked together, up to 100m from adjacent units
• Units sending an alarm flash faster
• Audible and visible confidence blip
• Vivid red LED clusters for visual alarm
• Multiple beacons
• All linked Detective+ units indicate an alarm sensed by any one unit
• Provides effective warning of gas hazards
• Ensures 360° visibility

Vortex 8-Channel Control Panel for Gas and Fire Monitoring

Crowcon Detection Instruments consistently produces the best gas detection and monitoring devices in the industry. Around the globe, companies and workers enjoy higher standards of safety when they purchase and implement a product by Crowcon. With many years of research and development under its belt, Crowcon continuously works to advance its product offerings by utilizing the latest technology in gas detection. The Vortex 12-channel control panel for gas and fire monitoring is one of the most versatile and compatible control panels on the market with its ease of use and ease of customization.

Easy to Use

The Vortex control panel requires very little training. The unit is incredibly easy to use and simple to understand. All of the day to day operations are easily accessible through push buttons on the front panel, and while the display panel continuously shows necessary information, the LEDs only illuminate when a hazard or fault is detected. This allows users to quickly check the conditions with a mere glance. The Vortex is also incredibly easy to service and maintain. Replacement parts simply plug into the unit, and the interior of the panel was designed for easy access for cable termination. The zones within the unit are compartmentalized so that a user may work on one part of the unit without disabling the entire control panel.

Maximum Flexibility

Crowcon understands the economics of efficiency. When designing the Vortex 12-channel control panel, the company worked to create a product that would be optimally compatible with existing equipment and infrastructures. The Vortex can be configured to match any and all site requirements with minimum wiring. The control panel may also be factory set with specific requirements, easing the installation and training process. These settings may be adjusted at any time by a PC using Vortex software. The panel also uses industry standard communication links and can be simply integrated with existing control systems.

Reliable and Safe

The Vortex has been tested for numerous environmental hazards and is rated IP65 for dust and water ingress. To improve safety measures, all of the relays are monitored continuously. In this manner, faults are immediately identified. This helps to protect the integrity of the device and the safety of the users. The unit also continuously monitors its power supply. If power were to fail, the control panel would switch to its internal batteries which are also continuously monitored. For years, Crowcon has developed its reputation for manufacturing safe and reliable gas detection equipment. In turn, the Vortex control panel enjoys some of the highest safety standards in the industry.

Specifications

The Vortex has dimensions of 18.5 x 12 x 6.5 inches. Enclosed in aluminum and plastic, the wall mounted control panel houses up to 12 channels and utilizes IP65 ingress protection. The unit also has datalogging capabilities. The panel displays several indicators:

• Channel number
• Gas reading
• Measurement units
• Power
• Battery status
• Run/hold indication
• Channel test mode
• System fault/integrity
• Color coded visual alarms and audio alarms

To recharge 5 Gasman units at once. Select power supply option.

C01987 Xgard Hazardous Area ESU EX, for One Detector by Crowcon

The Environmental Sampling Unit provides a cost-effective solution for monitoring high-density gases such as chlorine, sulphur dioxide and flammable vapours, in environments where the positioning of conventional sensors is not practical.

The sampling chamber is fitted with an electric fan, which draws an air sample via a pipe. Xgard gas detectors are fitted to the chamber to monitor for the presence of flammable or toxic gases.

Features:

• Can monitor up to 12 metres of perforated pipe using a fan-aspirated single sensor.
• Flameproof fan available for flammable gas applications.
• Fan-fail monitoring is available for up to four units using a Gasmaster control panel.
• Typical applications include gas detection in LPG and chlorine stores, flammable gas detection in wet wells.

Xgard Gas Detectors

Crowcon is a global leader in designing and manufacturing gas detection technology and equipment. The company has been in operation for over 40 years and is consistently building upon its products. By integrating modern technology with the demands of the modern workplace, Crowcon has developed a line of gas detection devices and monitors that lead the competition. The Xgard range of gas detectors is a product of Crowcon s successful integration and technological advancements. With a wide range of sensor types and available accessories, the Xgard series is suitable for all worksites and is customizable enough to fit any needs.

Tough and reliable

The Xgard series of fixed point gas detectors is incredibly durable and reliable. The casings and materials, including weatherproof caps, are designed to protect the equipment from the harshest environments. The detectors are made from a variety of materials depending on the model: glass reinforced nylon, aluminum with polyester coating, and 316 stainless steel.

Variety of sensors

The fixed point gas detector offers a wide range of sensors for to suite almost all applications. The Xgard range of gas detectors is available in three models to meet varying worksite needs: flameproof, intrinsically safe, and safe area formats. Additionally, Xgard offers different types of fixed point gas detectors within these three models:

• Xgard Type 1- Intrinsically safe toxic and oxygen gas detectors
• Xgard Type 2- Flameproof toxic and oxygen gas detectors
• Xgard Type 3- Flameproof flammable gas detector
• Xgard Type 4- Flameproof high temperature flammable gas detector
• Xgard Type 5- Flameproof flammable gas detector with 4-20mA output
• Xgard Type 6- Flameproof thermal conductivity type gas detector
• Xsafe- Safe area flammable gas detector

Cost efficient and highly effective

With quick and easy installation and maintenance, the Xgard series is able to keep costs at a minimum. The replacement sensors, for example, are simple to replace by merely plugging them in. The replacement parts are also readily available and compatible with all Xgard models, thereby reducing the amount of required spare parts that are stored in the facility. Additionally, the sensors have two times the typical life spans of similar sensors in the industry. With a 2 year life span, worksites can expect to cut their sensor replacement costs in half. For worksites that require slightly more customization, Crowcon offers compatible accessories for the Xgard series such as sampling applications, remote gassing applications, spray deflectors, sun shields, weatherproof caps, collector cones, flow adapter, and accessories adapter.

Xgard also has flexible installation options. The unit is designed for either wall or ceiling mounts, and users will not need to purchase additional equipment for mounting. For more complex installation needs, users can purchase accessories.

Specifications

Each model is approximately the same size with dimensions of 6.1 x 6.5 x 4.3 inches and weighing approximately 1 or 2 pounds. The battery type, electrical output, and power requirements vary based on the sensor type. For a complete listing of gas sensors, types, and individual specifications, please see the product specifications listing.