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Benzene specific monitor
02 December 2014
Titan from Ion Science has been specially designed for the accurate and reliable detection of ambient benzene in petrochemical applications, providing real-time protection of workforce, environment and plant.
Described as the world’s first truly selective wall-mounted benzene monitor, the Ion Science ‘Titan’ incorporates the well proven Ion Science MiniPID technology and is highly sensitive and capable of detecting benzene levels down to 0.1ppm and up to 20ppm.
Offering rapid and accurate detection, ‘Titan’ continuously samples and analyses the environment to provide real-time feedback of ambient benzene levels. When a sample is taken, the benzene component is chemically filtered using a robust separation technology so ensuring no false-positives are measured with potential cross-contaminating compounds in the atmosphere.
Ion Science’s ‘Titan’ features a clear display and provides users with an immediate warning alarm
system when hazardous levels of benzene are detected ensuring the on-going safety and protection
of workers.
The instrument provides two relays with configurable levels to integrate into site alarm systems. Flashing lights are used as an alarm signal to give a clear indication when benzene levels present.
‘Titan’ stores data internally and remotely connects to a PC. Its continuous, real-time measurement facilitates the analysis of trends and allows activity levels to be accurately identified.
Designed to operate in conditions ranging from -20 to +60°C , ‘Titan’ is unaffected by changes in ambient temperature. It has two temperature regulation systems to ensure critical components perform optimally.
Modular in design, ‘Titan’ is easy to service. Working parts can be easily removed and serviced, or replaced by another ‘plug and play’ service module. It also provides removal of particulate contamination in the air stream to provide long-term service free sampling.
Like all Ion Science PID instruments, ‘Titan’ uses the company’s Fence Electrode technology for resistance to humidity and contamination. This key feature makes ‘Titan’ suitable for extended operation in harsh environments.
Duncan Johns, MD at Ion Science says: "Like most Ion Science products, the ‘Titan’ has been developed as a result of listening to our customers and understanding the changing needs of our target markets. The petrochemical industry has been clamouring for a benzene specific monitor for some time so we’re excited at being able to offer the ‘Titan’ as a robust, reliable and accurate solution."
Titan is designed to IP65 and meets ATEX / IECEx hazardous area safety approvals.
