E4 Sniffer Airbag
Manufactured using 132g grey and orange nylon.
E4 Sniffer bags are developed according to the GIS/E4 specification. They offer a distinct advantage over traditional gas sampling methods due to their unique design featuring a through tube. This through-tube enables the direct sensing or sniffing of gas vapours in front of the inflated bag, thereby enhancing the accuracy and reliability of gas detection.
Unlike standard gas sampling bags, which rely solely on collecting gas samples that are later analysed, sniffer bags provide real-time monitoring of gas vapours. This is particularly beneficial in scenarios where immediate detection is crucial, such as in detecting hazardous gases in industrial environments or safety inspections. The through-tube design allows for continuous sampling and sniffing, making it possible to detect even the slightest presence of gas vapours as they occur.
This innovative design also improves the efficiency of gas sampling. In traditional methods, the bag must be inflated with the gas sample, sealed, and transported to a laboratory for analysis. This process can be time-consuming and may delay identifying potential hazards. The gas is sampled and analysed simultaneously with sniffer bags, providing instant results that can be acted upon immediately.
Moreover, using a through-tube enhances the bag’s sensitivity to gas vapours. The tube facilitates a more direct and focused collection of gas samples, which can improve the accuracy of the analysis. This makes sniffer bags an ideal tool for high-precision gas detection applications, such as environmental monitoring, leak detection, and quality control in manufacturing processes.
In summary, based on the GIS/E4 specification, sniffer bags represent a significant advancement in gas detection technology. Their through-tube design offers superior real-time monitoring and improved sensitivity, making them invaluable in various industrial and safety applications.
What is Flowstopping?
Flowstopping is safe and easy to use. It is a cost-effective system for maintaining, repairing, and modifying low-pressure distribution networks while preserving continuity of supply.
The entire procedure is totally gas-free, carried out through an arrangement of valves, and uses airbags to create a seal to prevent gas flow beyond the airbag.
GIS/E4
This Gas Industry Standard (GIS) specifies the requirements for inflatable, self-centring bag stoppers.
These bag stoppers are used with the supported bag type’s low-pressure range of flow-stopping equipment. They are for use on cast iron, ductile iron, steel, and polyethylene (PE) pipes, carrying natural or manufactured gas. Sizes up to and including 300 mm (12 in) nominal inside diameter.
Our airbag solutions are fully compatible with equipment from a wide range of manufacturers.