When crude oil or other refinery products are transported, there is always the hazard of explosive gas mixtures being formed in the cargo tanks of oil tankers. To prevent air entering the tank and the formation of explosive vapors, cargo tanks of ships are blanketed with inert gases such as nitrogen.
Application/Service | Measurement | Gas Stream | Analyzer Options |
Oxygen control during purging of cargo hulls and holds post service | 0 to 1% O2 | N2 | GPR-2000 |