Measuring flue gas flow rate
Flue gas contains many toxic chemicals, including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, soot particles and many others. In household environments, carbon monoxide is the biggest threat — it’s odourless, colourless and can kill people quickly. In industrial environments, carbon dioxide and other emissions are a larger concern.
They damage the planet, and corporations have a larger capacity for environmental damage than households.
In both settings, flue gas must be analysed in order to maintain safety and efficiency of appliances. Temperature and flow rate are two of the most important qualities in question.
Industrial testing
Large organisations like factories or power plants often produce a significant amount of of emissions. These emissions, namely carbon dioxide, are harmful to the environment and lead to global warming.
Therefore, it’s important that stack gas testing is conducted to ensure that the flue gas flow rate of facilities operated by large corporations does not exceed acceptable levels.
Both a high volume and a high velocity of gas flow lead to more carbon emissions entering the atmosphere and damaging the ozone layer, leading to increased temperatures throughout the world.
Small-scale testing
Small businesses do not face much risk in terms of damaging the environment, however, they must address increased health risks from an unsafe amount of gas emissions.
For example, carbon monoxide poisoning is a significant risk in contained environments. It is undetectable without equipment, and it can cause serious health effects such as flu-like symptoms, impaired vision, dizziness and chest pain. High enough levels can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, which is potentially fatal.
Carbon monoxide is not the only dangerous chemical present in flue gas. Appliances can produce soot, which, emitted in significant amounts, can cause respiratory damage and even cancer. Additionally, unsafe amounts of nitrogen can cause unconsciousness or even death by asphyxiation.
Testo 310
The testo 310 is our easiest flue gas analysis tool. It’s user-friendly and easy to operate, and it can conduct all basic measurements on heating systems.
Testo 300
The testo 300 is a little more technologically advanced, with capabilities to take a wider range of measurements. It also comes with smart-touch operation and internet compatibility, so professionals can quickly and easily compile and email important data.
Testo 330i
For those looking towards the future, the testo 330i is one of our Bluetooth-capable products, and it can be operated from the convenience of a smartphone through the testo Smart App.
Testo’s flue gas analysis tools measure many properties of flue gas emissions, including temperature and flow rate.
Both of those qualities can help technicians determine the amount of harmful gases emitted, like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. Measuring the emissions of industrial and household appliances is the first step in making environments safer.
