Damage Prevention or Limitation
Leaks of any sort can cause a distressing amount of damage to property and badly affect the running of businesses, putting a strain on customer goodwill.
Water leaks have been a worry for home and business owners since the advent of indoor plumbing; but today the potential damage bill can be enormous – taking into account the amount of expensive technology or furnishings that could be put at risk. Water conservation is also an issue to consider and even if a leak is not immediately threatening equipment, it still needs to be tackled as a priority.
If pipelines contain a type of fuel or liquid chemical, there are added safety issues and the need to detect and identify any leak becomes even more urgent. Once someone notices the smell of fuel, it is highly likely that environmental damage will have already occurred.
A leak detection system that can accurately pinpoint the source of a leak can be an invaluable resource for a wide range of industrial, commercial and residential facilities. In sectors where critical infrastructure must be maintained around the clock and no damage can be tolerated, such a system is an absolute necessity.
Any system needs to have components offering versatile configurations to suit different applications. Typically, sensing cables and probes are connected to monitors and alarms displaying a range of data. Each part needs to be extremely durable, resistant to corrosion and able to withstand hostile conditions without triggering false alarms. Leak detectors might need to be placed in areas that are difficult to access, so look for tailored shapes and sizes of probes and specialised fittings that make installation easier.
Having a reliable leak detection system will enhance productivity for many businesses and reduce the risk of catastrophic damage to property or the environment.
Where to buy leak detectors
- Jam Ltd - 39 Brook Road,, Rayleigh,, Essex, SS6 7XJ, 01268 777 222
- Thorne and Derrick - Unit 7, Lumley Court, Drum Industrial Estate, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH2 1AN, 0191 410 4292
- Hawker Electronics Ltd - 57 The Avenue, Rubery Industrial Estate, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9AL, 0121 453 8911