Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection
Continuous CO Monitoring and Ventilation Control
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic, colourless, odourless and tasteless gas produced by incomplete combustion. In enclosed areas containing vehicles or other combustion sources, CO concentrations can increase and create hazardous conditions for occupants.
CO detection systems provide continuous monitoring of carbon monoxide concentrations, early warning of elevated levels and automatic ventilation control.
These systems are commonly used in underground and enclosed car parks, parking facilities, service areas and other locations where exhaust gases may accumulate.
DETNOV CO Detection System
DETNOV provides systems for continuous measurement and monitoring of carbon monoxide concentrations, consisting of dedicated control panels and CO detectors.
The control panel continuously processes information from the connected detectors and enables the system to respond according to measured CO concentrations. Depending on the configuration, control functions can be based on individual detector readings or values defined for the monitored area.
Different response levels can be configured according to measured CO concentrations – from starting or changing the operating level of the ventilation system to activating warnings and alarms.
Automatic Ventilation Control
A key function of the system is not only to detect elevated CO concentrations but also to control ventilation according to actual conditions within the protected area.
When the CO concentration exceeds a defined threshold, the system can automatically activate ventilation. Depending on the project and ventilation system design, multiple thresholds and operating stages can be configured.
This provides two important benefits: maintaining safe CO concentrations while allowing efficient operation of the ventilation system, without requiring continuous operation at full capacity.
Detectors for Demanding Environments
DETNOV CO detectors are designed for continuous operation in environments such as car parks, where dust, moisture, temperature variations and vehicle exhaust gases may be present.
The system provides centralised monitoring of detector status and CO concentrations and can be interfaced with ventilation and other building control systems.
DETNOV CO and ELEKTRO-LOG
ELEKTRO-LOG provides professional support for the design and implementation of DETNOV carbon monoxide detection systems – from determining detector quantity and positioning and selecting the appropriate control panel to defining alarm thresholds, control logic and integration with the ventilation system.
We support designers and installers with equipment selection, configuration, programming and commissioning.
The purpose of a correctly designed system is not simply to detect the presence of CO, but to continuously monitor its concentration and initiate the appropriate response before carbon monoxide reaches hazardous levels.
