Agilent 490 Micro GC for rapid detection of toxic and harmful gases such as methane, hydrogen, and carbon monoxide in mine gas

The 490 Micro GC from Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) can be used as an effective tool for rapid detection of toxic and noxious gases such as methane, hydrogen, and carbon monoxide in mine gas in a coal mine environment. The system can be easily placed in any area that needs to be measured or set up in a specific area for real-time online analysis.

During the formation of the coal seam, certain gases, mainly methane and ethane, and hydrogen are trapped in the coal seam. During the coal seam being mined, these gases are released. Methane and other explosive gases can easily explode when mixed with oxygen in the air to an appropriate ratio. To prevent explosion hazards, it is necessary to monitor flammable gases such as methane, hydrogen, and C2 hydrocarbons. Therefore, it is of great significance to effectively monitor and understand the concentration of combustible and harmful gases in the mining area and do a good job of prevention, to prevent mining accidents and to ensure the safe production of coal mines.

For more than 20 years, SIMTARS has been providing and supporting gas chromatography-based analysis systems to the mining industry to reduce the risk of mine explosions and to provide assistance after the mines have passed.

Agilent Technologies, the world's leading measurement and testing instrument company, has its chemical analysis market serving the energy, chemical, food safety, environmental protection, and forensic toxicology industries. Over the years, it has earned the trust of industry users and has achieved remarkable results. Agilent continues to innovate and The expanded product line will bring more solutions to industry users.

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