Gas Leak Detection
Ensuring safety in industrial environments is paramount, and effective gas leak detection is a critical component of that safety strategy. The Sorama acoustic solutions, including our advanced sound cameras, provide a reliable method for identifying gas leaks, enabling operators to visualize the precise location of leaks in real-time. These tools can be employed in both unmanned areas and during in-field inspections, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Acoustic sound camera to detect gas leaks early
Sorama makes acoustic equipment for early detection of gas leaks.
The 64 sound sensors detect changes in sound that are often difficult for people to hear. The sound changes occur even at the onset of gas leaks, before gas spreads through industrial sites. Using our acoustic equipment, such as Sorama CAM iV64s means a preventive approach that improves safety and operational efficiency while saving costs.
For ATEX zones the explosion-proof Sorama L642Ex can be used to monitor from a safe and remote distance, while the handheld sound camera Sorama CAM iV64Ex is used for quick inspection without special training. Simply point the camera at an installation and the CAM iV64Ex immediately shows where the leak is located.
Sound camera vs gas detector for gas leak detection
Normal gas meters or gas detectors only detect the gas if it has already spread. Sound cameras capture the sound changes at the leak itself, allowing localization. This prevents the gas from accumulating and becoming a hazard. Especially in an explosive ATEX zone, where sparks or heat sources could cause a disaster.
This proactive approach allows for timely interventions, saving resources and preventing potential hazards.
Sorama CAM iV64, its explosion-proof counterpart CAM iV64Ex, and the autonomous L642 series simplify gas leak detection with intuitive operation and real-time monitoring. These systems enhance safety, optimize efficiency, and minimize risks by identifying issues early and preventing costly disruptions.
Who can benefit from using the sound camera as a gas leak detector?
The sound camera for gas leak detection, with its advanced detection capabilities, is a valuable tool for companies in a wide range of sectors. Some examples:
Oil and gas sector
Safety-critical environments where fast and accurate gas leak detection is essential.
Chemical industry
Detection of gas leaks in complex process plants for safe and efficient operation.
Food & commodities industry
Detection of compressed air leaks in pneumatic systems to minimize pressure loss and waste.
Factories & industrial environments
Maintenance of compressed air systems and mechanical moving parts to detect leaks and pressure loss early.
Utilities
Application of partial discharge detection in electrical substations to ensure grid reliability.
Testimonial - CCB Energy Holding
Find out how H2 Production, part of Norway’s CCB Energy, managed to tackle the challenges of hydrogen production with innovative technology. During their process of producing clean hydrogen from natural gas, including carbon capture, they faced the challenge of detecting small, hard-to-detect hydrogen leaks. Thanks to the deployment of the Sorama CAM iV64Ex acoustic camera, they were able to identify and fix a leak even in severe weather conditions.
Read the full customer case and find out how this advanced technology contributes to safe and efficient hydrogen production.
Advantages of gas leak detection with sound camera
1. Preventive detection: A sound camera detects and localizes sound changes indicating a gas leak as early as the onset of a gas leak. This prevents the gas from accumulating and displacing oxygen, or posing an explosion risk in ATEX zones.
2. Safety in high-risk environments: Industries often deal with hazardous gases or vapours. Early detection of leaks without direct contact with the gas minimizes the risk to personnel and equipment.
3. Faster response: Because a sound camera provides visual information about the location of the leak, the problem can be targeted and addressed faster, unlike traditional gas detectors that only signal the presence of gas without an exact location.
4. Non-invasive inspection: Sound cameras work from a safe distance, ideal for hazardous areas where entry is risky. They detect leaks remotely, ensuring safety, reducing physical inspections, and limiting exposure to dangerous conditions for personnel on-site.
5. Cost savings and efficiency: Detecting leaks early helps reduce downtime, lower maintenance expenses, and avoid potential losses of expensive gases, ensuring efficient operations and significant cost savings for industries.
6. Regulatory compliance: Many industrial zones, especially ATEX zones require strict compliance with safety standards. The use of advanced technology such as sound cameras can help meet these standards and reduce risks.
Reduce costs, lower downtime, and boost safety
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Hydrogen leak detection
Hydrogen and other combustible gases can be particularly hazardous, presenting unique challenges in monitoring and handling. Implementing acoustic inspection as part of your maintenance routine significantly enhances safety measures across all types of industrial environments. By utilizing our innovative acoustic solutions, you can detect unwanted emissions early, minimizing risk and promoting a safer workplace.
Our products used for gas leak detection
The Sorama L642 is a fixed acoustic monitoring system for continuous noise and sound source analysis in industrial and environmental settings. The ATEX-certified Sorama L642Ex provides the same advanced capabilities in Ex zones for safe leak detection, partial discharge, and mechanical monitoring.
The Sorama CAM iV64s is a handheld acoustic camera designed for mobile inspections of gas and air leaks, as well as mechanical diagnostics, detecting both audible and ultrasonic frequencies. In Ex zones, the ATEX-certified Sorama CAM iV64Ex delivers precise detection and visualization for enhanced safety and predictive maintenance.
Do you want to learn more?
Our team is happy to discuss your situation and explain the benefits for your solution. Get in touch with us or schedule an (online) live demo.
