The principle of a linearity test is to check that the gas analyser system is ‘linear’. The linearity shall be calculated and tested using the procedure given in annex B of the standard EN14181. Linearity tests can be performed by Service Engineer, Site Engineer or...
The new workplace exposure limits (WELs) for Formaldehyde come into force on 11th July. Will you be ready? Formaldehyde is a dangerous gas to be exposed to and can cause long lasting damage. From skin irritation and sickness, prolonged exposure can cause severe...
There is no legal requirement for a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector to visit unannounced and review your gas detection controls. If they visited out of the blue, would you be ready? The HSE want health and safety to be a cornerstone of a civilised society....
NHS England have issued an imminent alert for hospital estates and facilities teams to evaluate risks caused by oxygen enrichment. By 18th December 2020, hospitals need to have their action plan in place. It is therefore particularly important that trusts continue to...
Sterilisation is vitally important in healthcare sectors. Chemical sterilants and especially gas sterilants are the most commonly recommended methods for sterilising medical devices. We expose the commonly perceived sterilisation myths that endoscopy units should be...
At waste incineration plants, fuel derives from household waste, clinical waste, hazardous waste or biomass. Whilst these materials provide excellent sources of fuel, they emit dangerous gases which pose a threat to those working at the plant. Gas detection equipment...
The FGM Series is a safe area gas detection solution for sites which require 1 to 16 channels of detection. The FGM is a cost-effective high specification gas monitor that communicates with any combination of sensors from the FGS range. It can be connected by simply...
When planning for the implementation of a new project, protect your investment with a complete site survey. There is a range of factors that affect your requirements so the site survey ensures that you can take confidence that the project has been thoroughly checked...
The FlexSonic gas leak detector adds a whole new layer of plant protection. It listens to gas leaks where others don't. For years traditional gas detecting technologies used to identify gas leaks have included catalytic and infrared detectors. These detectors are very...
a1-cbiss are one of the few UK gas detection companies that can supply the whole package from specification right through to system installation and ongoing service support. At a1-cbiss, we have a team of gas detection consultants who can advise you on the most...
a1-cbiss have a nationwide team of service engineers who serve the whole of the UK servicing existing installations, carrying out onsite calibration and repairing gas detection systems. a1-cbiss are an authorised service centre for supply and service of Oldham, Scott...
Ethylene oxide is most widely used as a sterilant. Because of the potential number of health risks associated with ethylene oxide, monitoring the breathing environment near sterilisation equipment is essential. a1-cbiss is a gas detection solution providing company...
Isn’t there Hydrogen Peroxide in Peracetic Acid (PAA)? These types of questions are common and the assumption is partly correct. PAA is formed in an equilibrium mixture with Hydrogen Peroxide and Acetic Acid. So in a mixture of PAA, Hydrogen Peroxide and Acetic Acid,...
Service Brochure Update - 24 Hour Calibration Service Available The a1-cbiss Service Centre is well placed to offer service, repair and calibration for a full range of gas detection services. The Service Centre is approved by RAE Systems, Scott Safety, Industrial...
Due to the rapid developments in technology, there are a vast amount of gas detectors now available to choose from. This makes the selection process much more difficult for any health and safety manager or instrument engineer involved in purchasing new equipment....