Industrial process applications are varied and complex. While the routine operational requirements of individual industries may differ, the need for advanced technology for the measurement of flow and water quality and the detection of toxic and combustible gas is constant. Badger Meter specializes in gas monitoring and sensor manufacturing, providing a wide range of leading-edge gas detection solutions for utility, wastewater, healthcare, pharmaceutical, food, beverage and industrial applications. From hand-held devices to customized, multi-gas fixed detection systems, our portfolio offers state-of-the-art solutions designed to monitor and detect the presence of over 60 potentially harmful gases and vapors in the working environment.
Why Methane Monitoring Matters
Methane (CH₄) is a colorless, odorless and highly flammable gas produced both naturally and through industrial and biological processes. Methane occurs naturally through anaerobic decomposition in wetlands, landfills and wastewater treatment facilities and is also generated industrially during oil and gas extraction, coal mining and chemical manufacturing.
In water and wastewater treatment, methane is commonly generated as a byproduct of anaerobic digestion where microorganisms break down organic matter in oxygen-free environments. This gas can be captured for renewable energy or safely vented to prevent buildup. However, due to its high flammability and global warming potential—more than 25 times that of carbon dioxide—continuous monitoring across applications where methane is produced is vital for safety and sustainability, helping to detect leaks, prevent explosions and maintain compliance with both occupational safety standards and regulatory requirements relating to greenhouse gas emissions. Learn more here.
Advanced Solutions for Methane Detection
Through the GasSens range, Badger meter offers a varied portfolio of solutions for the continuous monitoring of methane that are designed to deliver real-time data and provide immediate notification when safe levels are exceeded. The D12 Toxic and Combustible Gas Detector and the C12-17 Combustible Gas Detector offer reliable and robust fixed systems for the detection of combustible levels of methane in ambient air whereas the industry-leading D12EX-IR offers a fully customizable infrared solution and is suitable for hazardous conditions in almost any industrial environment. Handheld options are also available, with the D16 PortaSens Portable Gas Leak Detector providing detection via an IR sensor to facilitate spot checks and compliance verification. These leading-edge solutions deliver rapid, reliable measurements to support automated safety responses for proactive hazard management and protection.
Overcoming the Challenges of Hydrogen Peroxide Gas Monitoring
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a powerful sterilizing agent used across a wide range of industries—from healthcare and pharmaceuticals to food production and packaging. Its strong oxidizing properties make it highly effective in eliminating pathogens and creating sterile environments, however, maintaining precise levels of hydrogen peroxide is essential, not for the sterilization processes but also for the health and safety of site personnel.
Factors such as fluctuations in concentration throughout sterilization processes and high levels of toxicity make managing and monitoring H202 levels challenging. In order to meet strict legislation on safe exposure limits, facility managers and decision makers are increasingly turning to advanced gas monitoring solutions that provide continuous, real-time data in order to facilitate effective sterilization cycles.
Forming part of the BlueEdge portfolio, the GasSens IsoMon Dual-Channel gas detection system, specifically designed for monitoring complete decontamination cycles from start to finish, provides a leading-edge solution, delivering safer working environments and maintaining regulatory compliance. To continue reading click here.
