Permanent

Gas Detection
[ Fire & Gas System Solutions ]
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Developing Technologies.
Creating Solutions.
Protecting People.
[ Into first place with safety ]
[ Optimal total solutions ]
More than 114 years of experience and capability
in comprehensive safety solutions have made MSA
a modern and forward-looking company for the
protection of people, facilities and the environment.
With around 5,500 staff worldwide, and our own
research and development centres in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania and Berlin, Germany, MSA has become
one of the leading suppliers of the most modern
safety technologies:
Today MSA is already the biggest name for personal
protective equipment and gas measurement
technology, offering the largest range of products
worldwide.
MSA is one of the few suppliers of permanent gas
measurement technology that develops and
manufactures a complete range of products and
integrates them into system solutions.
This is the only possible way to develop optimum
systems that can meet all customer requirements
at an excellent performance-price ratio an un-
beatable case for safety and flexibility.
Whether stand-alone, or integrated into existing
control and monitoring systems, MSA offers made-
to-measure solutions.
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[ Efficient safety is our top priority. ]
On our drilling and production rigs, where seve-
ral million dollars worth of oil is drilled and pro-
duced daily, safety in the event of failure is the
single most important factor. Intelligent systems
with over 600 sensors that monitor the on-going
operation and care for the safety of people,
the environment and the total facility, are
indispensable. Only MSA offers me this type of
security with the widest range of technologies
perfectly integrated into a single system.
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Sensors
[ Safety starts with the sensor ]
Infrared [ Open Path & Point ]
Sensors play a vitally important role in all gas detection systems. Effective
sensing requires accurate, stable and fast-response sensors to achieve good
quality and reliable signals. For this reason MSA manufactures and assembles its
own sensors which ensures complete compatibility with the signal processing
equipment. To achieve the best possible results, a very wide range of sensing
technologies is necessary. Many of these technologies have been developed
by MSA and are being continually improved to meet increasing market
requirements.
Many gases absorb infrared light at certain
wavelengths. The absorption spectrum is distinctive
for each gas in question. Infrared Open Path and
the Point Technology from MSA use electronically-
modulated IR radiation sources at two different
wavelengths. One wavelength is typical for the gas
to be measured, while there is no infrared absorption
by atmospheric gases for the other wavelength.
The signals from both detectors are electronically
amplified and fed into a microprocessor that
conditions the signals and produces an output
signal proportional to the gas concentration.
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EChem
Electrochemical sensors are typically used to detect
toxic gases in the ppm range. Electrodes separated
by electrolytes are enclosed in a small plastic
housing and are connected to an external electronic
circuit. Gas diffuses into the sensor through a per-
meable membrane and a small current is generated
by an electrochemical reaction. Since the rate of
gas entry into the sensor is controlled by diffusion
of the gas through the permeable membrane,
the current is proportional to the gas concentration.
The gas sample is drawn into the measuring cham-
ber by an integral pump and ionized by UV light.
The ionization potential of the UV light is a specific
value for the gas of interest. Gas molecules are se-
parated into ions [RH+] and electrons [e]. Subjected
to an electrical field, they move to the electrodes.
A current is generated and is transformed into a
signal proportional to the concentration of the gas.
Flame
A hydrocarbon flame contains a large amount of
CO
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gas. This CO
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is selectively measured with an
IR sensor at a wavelength of 4.2 m and the thermal
radiation is measured with a second IR sensor.
The flicker frequency is measured with a third IR
sensor, however, in order to prevent false alarms
such as those caused by solar radiation.
This design of the flame detector can detect a
30 x 30 cm pan fire at a distance of up to 60 metres
within a cone of vision of 90 horizontally and
90 vertically.
Sensor Technologies
[ The complete bandwidth to choose from]
PID [ PhotoIonization Detection ]
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Semi-conducters [ Solid-State-Sensor ]
Semi-conductor gas sensors are based on the elec-
tronic conductivity effects when gases are adsorbed
onto a semi-conductor surface. Resistance changes
in the semi-conductor material when exposed to
gases other than air are converted into an electrical
signal proportional to the concentration of the gas.
Photo-acoustics
Photo-acoustic sensor technology was developed
by MSA for the detection of toxic or combustible
gases at very low concentrations. A gas sample is
introduced into the measurement chamber and the
sample is exposed to a specific wavelength of
pulsed infrared light. If the sample contains the gas
in question, it will absorb an amount of infrared light
proportional to the concentration of gas present.
The gas molecules heat and cool as they absorb the
pulsed infrared energy. The pressure changes result-
ing from the heating and cooling of the molecules
are measured by a sensitive microphone located
inside the photo-acoustic infrared monitor.
The measurement principle behind this technology is
based on catalytic combustion of the measured gas
or vapours in air up to the Lower Explosive Limit [LEL]
of the gas. The sensor consists of a pair of matched
elements [PELEMENTS], a detector and compensator.
The detector comprises a coil of platinum wire inside
a small bead of catalytic material. The compensator
is similar but does not contain a catalyst and there-
fore does not respond to gas. Combustible gases are
oxidised only on the detector element, where the
heat generated increases its resistance, producing a
signal proportional to the concentration of combus-
tible gas. The compensator helps to compensate
for changes in ambient temperature, pressure and
humidity which affect both elements equally.
Catalytics
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[ Compact, flexible, convenient. ]
As refinery operators safety is our first priority.
In our search for a compact, flexible and
convenient system, all paths led us to MSA.
The SUPREMA fire and gas control system offers
us maximum safety with maximum flexibility.
Individually configured to our safety require-
ments and expandable as necessary. A single
system with a thousand options to match
our various needs.
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SUPREMA
[ Safety from a central perspective ]
Highest safety standard requirements and forward-
looking technology were the benchmarks for devel-
opment of SUPREMA, the safety control centre from
MSA. Digital bus technology guarantees absolute
reliability and the simple implementation of a very
wide range of alarm system concepts. With the open
collector driver outputs, relays or other switching
units can be controlled directly.
[ Tested safety ]
SUPREMA is the first system worldwide to achieve approval
from all relevant certifying bodies:
Certified by ATEX, TV up to SIL 3, NFPA 72 and SOLAS.
[ Made-to-measure safety ]
SUPREMA is Number 1 in made-to-measure safety for
all types of demands and sizes of facilities.
The scalability and the minimal amount of cabling re-
quired by the decentralised configuration enable cost-
efficient implementation and ensure high availability.
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Innovative modular configuration provides
total flexibility
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Compact construction offers safety in the
smallest space
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Easy expandability provides solutions
from the simplest application in car
parking garages through to safety moni-
toring for a complete oil platform
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Uncomplicated, intuitive operating
concepts raise the operational level of safety
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No programming required
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[ Everything fits together. ]
Our paper factory has grown steadily
in recent years. It was particularly
important for us to find safety systems
that could be easily expanded and thus
grow with us. A small System 9020 was
initially sufficient for our needs. In the
course of time, our requirements have
grown. We have switched to SUPREMA,
added ULTIMA X for combustible gases
and FlameGard for reliable flame
detection. Everything has functioned
perfectly everything just fits together.
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System Diversity
[ Different applications total system solutions ]
MSA develops and produces the key components itself, from sensors all the way
through to control panels. This is the only way to guarantee the smooth interaction of
all components.
MSA has the right system with the correct hardware and software for every requirement.
[ Maximum flexibility highest reliability ]
From simple, compact, stand-alone monitoring
systems through to complex, scalable, control
systems of the new generation the diverse MSA
product range offers the best possible solution for
each application. Cost efficiency thanks to flexibility
and reliability.
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[ A strong partner at my side. ]
As a planning engineer I often have to
rely on the support of a wide variety of
experts, including those in the safety
technology field. With MSA, I always have
a strong and reliable partner at my side.
From project planning through to instal-
lation capability, support and help
and at any time of day.
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[ Professional, Reliable & Responsive ]
MSA Service
Alongside the extensive range of
top quality products, MSA also
provides a high level of customised
service. MSAs comprehensive and
versatile range of services ensures
that your equipment and systems
will always be reliable, economical
and ready for use.
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[ Project planning & development ]
MSA works in close cooperation with you the cus-
tomer to arrive at the optimum, made-to measure
solution that best meets your requirements.
[ Maintenance services ]
After the successful commissioning of the facility,
MSA offers a comprehensive range of maintenance
services, if these are required. In the interest of
designing the right service package, maintenance
schedules are developed in close collaboration with
you. Preventive maintenance and calibration check
help ensure smooth operation of the facility all year
around.
[ Installation & Commissioning ]
MSA also provides support throughout the installa-
tion phase. This includes areas such as the calibra-
tion of sensors, the programming of logic systems.
This includes areas such as calibration of sensors,
programming of logic systems and start-up of
installed systems.
[ System Modification ]
Complete system overhauls or modifications are
carried out using the original engineering design
data, material specifications, manufacturing
expertise and approved parts. Field modifications
made by MSA can provide such benefits as improved
productivity, expanded capacity and reduced shut-
downs.
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Global Player
[ At home all over the world ]
MSA products are used everywhere where safety
and reliability are the first priorities.
More than 30 MSA affiliate companies, together with agents in
over 80 countries, supply permanent gas measurement techno-
logy to a very wide range of application sites.
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Aerospace
manufacture
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Agriculture
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Automotive industry
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Breweries
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Car parking garages
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Chemical plants
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Energy production
and supply
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Food industry
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Heating plants
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Laboratories
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Manufacture of steel
and other metals
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Marine transport
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Mining
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Paper manufacture
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Petrol stations
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Pharmaceutical
plants
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Printing plants
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Refrigeration plants
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Semi-conductor
industry
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Transportation
companies
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Tunnel construction
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Waste water removal
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Water supply
companies
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... and many others
Subject to change without notice.
ID 07-100.2 GB/03/I/05.07/HA
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Southern Europe
Regional Head Office
Italy
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Spain
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[Barcelona]
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France
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European Head Office &
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[Africa, Asia, Australia,
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Regional Head Office
Netherlands
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Norway
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Germany
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Hungary
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ul. Wschodnia 5A
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Russia
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9th floor, Office 14
RUS-119049 Moscow
Phone +7 [495] 5449389
Telefax +7 [495] 5449390
E-Mail msa-moscow@auer.de
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