Cannabis Industry
Cannabis cultivation and processing facilities use controlled atmospheres and gas-based extraction processes to maximize yield and product quality. Elevated carbon dioxide concentrations in grow rooms and the use of flammable gases and solvents in extraction areas create significant safety risks for personnel. Fixed gas detection systems are therefore a critical component of occupational safety in commercial cannabis operations.
Gas monitoring in the cannabis industry
In cannabis grow facilities, carbon dioxide is commonly used to enhance plant growth. Grow rooms and greenhouses are typically sealed environments, where elevated CO₂ concentrations can quickly reach hazardous levels for personnel. Fixed gas detection systems continuously monitor CO₂ levels and provide visible and audible alarms before entry into potentially dangerous areas. In cannabis processing and extraction facilities, flammable gases and solvents such as butane, propane, ethanol, or supercritical CO₂ are used to extract active compounds. Extraction rooms and adjacent areas require continuous monitoring for combustible gases to detect the formation of explosive atmospheres. Fixed gas detection systems enable permanent monitoring of these hazardous locations and support compliance with safety regulations. Portable gas detectors may be used for maintenance activities, inspections, and troubleshooting in extraction and utility areas to support temporary safety monitoring.
Potential dangers:
» carbon dioxide (CO₂)
» toxic CO₂ concentrations
» flammable gases and solvent vapors
» explosive atmospheres
» confined indoor grow and processing areas
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