Carbon Monoxide Detection and Alarm Systems

Car parks, tunnels, service stations, repair shops, all solid, liquid fuel heaters and machines are considered as potential risk factors, it is necessary to detect carbon monoxide gas in addition to the mechanical measures to be taken against carbon monoxide poisoning that will occur as a result of the dispersion of the exhaust gas resulting from the combustion, and to establish a warning and evacuation system. Solutions at Platin Technology

General Information:

Carbon monoxide poisoning is poisoning, a disease caused by exposure to too much (CO) carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. If there is too much carbon monoxide in the air, it causes serious tissue damage and may reduce the ability to absorb oxygen. Carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to death.

All equipment, machinery and furnaces operating using carbon monoxide or similar gas or other petroleum products, wood and other fuels produce this gas during combustion. It does not pose a danger as it will be thrown out in correct use. However, if bad ventilation affects the problematic chimney, storm and similar things, external factors make it difficult to evacuate, and the average incoming smoke will accumulate and create a danger.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is often a life-threatening emergency when exposed, as it is an odorless gas that is very difficult to detect although it has symptoms.

Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include:

- Headache

Weakness

Dizziness

- Nausea

Vomiting

Shortness of breath

Brain blur

Blurred vision

- Loss of consciousness

Carbon monoxide poisoning can be particularly dangerous for people who are sleepy or intoxicated. It will create health problems for everyone exposed. It is deadly.

If you think you have been exposed to carbon monoxide, go to fresh air immediately and seek emergency medical attention.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is caused by the inhalation of fumes generated during combustion.

When too much carbon monoxide is inhaled, your body exchanges the hemoglobin oxygen of your red blood cells with carbon monoxide. Reaching these tissues and organs causes vital damage.

Sources of carbon monoxide, including various wood or gas-fired appliances:

- All Types of Fuel Heaters

- Ovens

- Barbecues

- Cookers

- Water heaters

- Fireplaces

Portable generators

- wood stoves

- Automobile and truck engines

Parking lots

Tunnels

Normally, the amount of carbon monoxide produced by these sources should not be a cause for concern. If the chimneys are not constantly controlled If the fresh air sources to be taken into the environment are closed or partially closed, exposure to combustion and smoke in the area will lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Inhaling exhaust fumes from running your car in a closed garage can also cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

Risk factors:

Exposure to carbon monoxide gas can be more dangerous for some groups, especially:

Unborn babies

- children

- the elderly

Complications:

Permanent brain damage

Death as a result of life-threatening cardiac complications resulting from heart damage

If there are symptoms of headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, we recommend that you immediately go to the fresh air and call the 112 emergency service, interpreted as carbon monoxide poisoning.

Addressable Toxic Flammable Gas Detection Systems in Tunnels

The new generation addressable gas detection systems are designed to measure harmful gases for parking garages and highway tunnels, to activate and deactivate the ventilation system as a result of the measurements, and to give warnings in case of exceeding the gas limit. We have solutions in accordance with EN 50545 Standards.

The system consists of a detector, a 4-20mA input module to which the detectors are connected, an output module and a main panel in order to trigger the ventilation according to the information coming from the input module. Thanks to the detectors and the main panel, it is ensured that the gas density in the environment is monitored, warnings are given accordingly and the ventilation system is activated.

The panel is an intelligent unit where each addressable gas detector can be monitored separately. Thanks to its low power consumption and internal battery, the system, which has been developed with design and analysis, is not affected by power cuts, ensuring continuous monitoring and control of toxic gases in closed areas even if there is a power outage.

Communication and supply voltage between the main panel and sensor systems are made with only two cables, allowing ease of installation and a low-cost system.

Thanks to the ventilation system connection, ventilation operation is provided by relays when necessary. This reduces the electricity consumption and extends the life of the motor and minimizes the maintenance costs of the motor. . Since the ventilation will not work continuously, it is beneficial to provide a quiet environment.

In addition, by tracking maintenance times and defective sensors with smart sensor systems, fast and cost-effective service is provided.

The product family offers a more environmentally friendly and low-cost system compared to continuously operating ventilation systems, thanks to the activation or deactivation of the ventilation system depending on the gas density.

System-related standards have also been made mandatory. EN 50291 standard was in force for the measurement of carbon monoxide gas in public areas, which were previously harmful to human health. As of 2012, the EN 50545 standard for measuring toxic gases (carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, nitrogen dioxide) in parking lots and tunnels has come into force and the gas measurement sensors to be used here have been obliged to meet these standards.

Designing the system in accordance with EN 50545-1, having a special measurement range for car parks and tunnels, ensures that the system is beneficial to the environment and people, and supports the increase of efficiency by regulating existing systems by ensuring the use of the right product in the right place.

Considering that the carbon monoxide level accepted for human health is between 15.000 ppm - 30.000 ppm during the routine operations of vehicles with a carbon monoxide level of 60 ppm, the co level of the smoke emitted from the exhausts is in the range of 15.000 ppm - 30.000 ppm. Establishment of ventilation systems and evacuation of harmful gases have become an inevitable necessity.

The system provides information on toxic gases (carbon monoxide, nitrous oxide, nitrogen dioxide) at the instant density level for each zone. In this way, jet fans and ventilation can be operated at the required speed and power.

Addressable Toxic and Flammable Gas Detection Systems in Parking Lots

With the developing technology, addressable gas detection sensor systems for measuring toxic and flammable explosive gases for indoor parking have been developed and started to be used effectively.
Gas detection systems are designed to measure harmful gases for parking garages and highway tunnels, to activate and deactivate the ventilation system as a result of measurements, and to warn when exceeding the gas limit. System; The detector consists of a 4-20mA input module to which the detectors are connected, an output module and a main panel in order to trigger the ventilation according to the information coming from the input module. Thanks to the detectors and the main panel, it is ensured that the gas density in the environment is monitored, accordingly warnings are given and the ventilation system is activated.
The panel is an intelligent unit where each addressable gas detector can be monitored separately. Thanks to its low power consumption and internal battery, the system, which has been developed with design and analysis, is not affected by power cuts, ensuring continuous monitoring and control of toxic gases in closed areas even if there is a power outage.
Easy Installation, Low Cost Advantage
Communication and supply voltage between the main panel and sensor systems are made with only two cables, allowing for ease of installation and a low-cost system. Thanks to the ventilation system connection, the operation of the ventilation is provided by relays when necessary. This reduces the electricity consumption and extends the life of the motor and minimizes the maintenance costs of the motor. Since the ventilation will not work continuously, it provides the opportunity to work in a quiet environment.
In addition, while maintenance times and defective sensors are monitored with smart sensor systems, it also provides fast and cost-effective service. The product family offers a more environmentally friendly and low-cost system compared to continuously operating ventilation systems, thanks to the activation or deactivation of the ventilation system depending on the gas density.
System-related standards were also made mandatory. EN 50291 standard was in force for the measurement of carbon monoxide gas in public areas, which were previously harmful to human health. As of 2012, the EN 50545 standard for measuring toxic gases (carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, nitrogen dioxide) in parking lots and tunnels has come into force and the gas measurement sensors to be used here have been obliged to meet these standards. Platin Technology experts have designed a system with added value by developing detector systems in EN 50545 standards for the first time in Turkey. Designing the system in accordance with EN 50545-1, having a special measuring range for car parks and tunnels ensures that it is beneficial to the environment and people and regulates existing systems and ensures the use of the right product in the right place.
Provided that the necessary mechanical and electronic measures are taken, gas vehicles will be able to be purchased in indoor parking lots as of 2019. Additional precautions to be taken for gas vehicles are gas detection detectors and appropriate ventilation systems.