The Impact of Common Design to Your Bottom Line - Gem Bayless

When it comes to integrating gas detection, the perfect solution for most end users would be a “one size fits all” approach where a universal device could be used to interface with any existing gas detector onsite, providing one simple solution to sites’ ever changing gas detection needs. Historically gas detection devices have been engineered with specific uses in mind, meaning that sites detecting both toxic and flammable gases have needed to integrate different models.

There is a trend in the industry among leading manufacturers towards the supply of devices that feature a common design; understandable when you consider the notable benefits of using such an approach. In fact common device design is highly beneficial to all parties involved, creating a simplified platform for the user/operator or service engineer who is maintaining the device as well as providing reduced ongoing costs for the business itself.

The benefits of common design
There are a number of important aspects to consider when selecting gas detection. Two key considerations are how easy the device is going to be to use and integrate and how costly its ongoing use will be. Common design can have a positive impact in both of these areas:

The reduction of operational costs via common design:
• Helps to reduce the money spent on training operators/service engineers to use the device
• Improves reliability and helps to maximise product uptime; there is less chance of the operator misinterpreting messages or incorrectly changing settings
• Helps to reduce the spares stock required on site
• Means that the same tools can be used on all devices
• Offers reduced labour costs through common installation methods
• Provides a flexible solution that can adapt to a site’s gas detection needs as they evolve

Improved operator / service engineer experience:
• Provides a common simple form of operation for all gas detection devices on-site
• Can provide a common simple and familiar display with icons
• Provides a solution that requires reduced training