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Mechline Developments Limited introduce new COCO safetydevices to ensure safe air quality conditi

CaterSense is Mechline's range of kitchen environment safety devices designed for safety management in commercial foodservice premises. New to the range is Mechline's Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide sensor (CO/CO2 Sensor), designed to interface with Gas Interlock Systems (G.I.S.

). Using unique technology, the wall-mounted CaterSense CO/CO2 sensor will detect a build up of CO or CO2 in the commercial kitchen, providing a constant visual indication of underlying levels of harmful gases. If the air CO or CO2 content exceeds recommended industry levels, the battery-powered CaterSense CO/CO2 sensor will pulse a signal to the G.

I.S. and shut off the gas supply to the kitchen while emitting an audible alarm thus ensuring the safety and well being of kitchen staff.

The CaterSense CO/CO2 sensor can be installed in conjunction with existing Gas Interlock Systems. Another brilliant safety device idea that can be used easily and practically in commercial foodservice. Exhibiting at Hotelympia, 19-23 Feb 2006, in the North Hall, Stand: N1919, ExCel Exhibition Centre, London, Mechline will demonstrate its popular brands and launch new, exciting products guaranteed to be of interest to the Hotelympia visitor. Also at the show are Mechline's familiar brands: QuickLink - patented quick-disconnect systems AquaJet - WRAS approved pre-rinse spray units, taps and spare parts CaterTap -WRAS approved basin, sink and mixer taps ideal for contractual opportunities Pegler - WRAS approved premier manufacturer of basin, sink, mixer and specialty taps Dormont - specially engineered gas hoses and gas hose safety accessories for mobile catering equipment; plus Dormont SWIRL? coiled water hose and Dormont Metric FlexTube for OEMs Delabie - premium pre-rinse spray units; water-saving, electronic, hands-free and standard taps; and speciality plumbing components.

Look for new, "hands-free" products in the range to improve hygiene and good practice in the catering environment--including revolutionary designs to combat the risk of spreading the potentially fatal Legionella bacteria. Mo-El - traditional electric grid designed insect killers, plus attractive adhesive and fan-assisted models, including the award-winning Insectivoro Mechline GIS - Mechline's Gas Interlock System that cuts off gas flow in the event of kitchen ventilation fan failure, as recommended by HSE Sheet No. 23 - Gas Safety in Catering and Hospitality CaterSense - reliable carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide sensor to work with Mechline's GIS for the ultimate in air-quality safety in the Catering and Hospitality sector GreasePak - ecologically friendly grease management system .

By: Elisa McCarthy



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