ATEX approval for leak detector
March 1st 2009 Crowcon Detection Instruments
has extended its agreement with the
technology development arm of a
Japanese gas utility to offer the new
LaserMethane mini methane leak
detector. The LMm is lightweight
and compact, providing users with a
long range instrument capable of
detecting ppm levels of methane
from a distance of up to 100m. Not
just portable, but truly handheld, the
device weighs 600g and measures
70mm x 179mm x 42mm.With
automatic ranging, colour LCD, 5h
battery, extended temperature range
and IP54, it complements the
LaserMethane Detector (LMD) and
uses the next generation of Tuneable
Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy.
ATEX approval allows the LMm to
be used in Zone 1 areas for on-plant
use as well as for detecting escapes in
hard to reach areas. This means there
is no need for personnel to put
themselves at risk by entering
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