Gas monitoring is not a one-time investment. A safe working environment requires that systems stay up to date, both in terms of technology and maintenance. The reliability of the equipment doesn’t maintain itself – it requires planned and regular servicing. This is especially true in industrial settings, where gas risks can lead to serious hazards.
Regular Maintenance Is Preventive Safety
Calibrations, inspections, and functional testing ensure that devices respond reliably when they are needed the most. The recommended service interval is once a year for low-risk environments and up to four times a year for more demanding sites. In addition, functional testing every few months is advised. Each site is always assessed individually.
Technology develops quickly, constantly introducing new and smarter gas monitoring solutions. Older systems may fall behind current safety standards or lose some of their measurement accuracy. For this reason, gas monitoring should be seen as a part of the entire operational environment, not just as individual devices.
Recommended Sensor Replacement Intervals
Gas sensors have a limited service life, and their sensitivity declines over time. To ensure reliable measurements, we recommend the following intervals:
• Infrared sensor (DGTi2): 5 years
• Electrochemical sensor (VARIO (ec)): 2 years
• Electrochemical sensor (VARIO (ec/m)): 5 years
• Semiconductor sensor (VARIO (sc)): 3 years
• Catalytic sensor (KEX, VARIO (cat)): 5 years
Following these replacement intervals ensures that your gas monitoring remains reliable and effective under all conditions.
How We Take Care of Your Gas Monitoring
Detector Oy provides expert maintenance services throughout Finland. We service both our own equipment and systems from other manufacturers. With operations in eight locations and a broad partner network, we ensure that maintenance is quick, local, and cost-efficient.
We offer a comprehensive solution that allows our customers to focus on their core business while leaving gas monitoring in the hands of professionals. Each site is assigned a dedicated contact person who knows the system and ensures its performance throughout the contract period.
Our domestic manufacturing and efficient spare parts logistics ensure that service is carried out quickly and with modern technology. We make sure safety is never left to chance.
Safety is no coincidence – it’s ongoing work that requires the right equipment and skilled professionals.
Learn more about our various service agreement options!