Minimizing Touch Points Involved with Gas Usage in the Laboratory

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on laboratories, including reducing the number of employees present at any given time. With workplace safety a top priority, minimizing unnecessary touchpoints between employees has become more crucial than ever. Installing an in-house standalone gas generator helps reduce personnel interaction with gas bottles and cylinders in the lab. Once the generator is in place, it requires minimal user interaction for continuous 24/7 operation and requires little maintenance.

In large laboratories, gas cylinders can be replaced up to 50 times per month. Each cylinder must be received, stored, transported to the lab, and installed in the analytical system. Once the gas is depleted, the process is reversed, and the empty cylinder is returned to the supplier. Additionally, there are multiple touchpoints involved with inspecting, moving, and handling the cylinders, as well as opening and closing the flow valves during use.

On the other hand, once a generator is installed in the laboratory, minimum user interaction is required for 24/7 usage, and minimal maintenance is required. An added bonus to gas generators over cylinders is consistent clean gasses, and cost savings over time.*

*dependent on usage 

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