Benzene Detection

Benzene Detection is important to ensure safe levels, particularly in the petroleum industry. Benzene, a known carcinogen, is present in crude oil, petroleum derivatives, and is commonly used as a solvent in manufacturing applications. Benzene Detection is important to ensure worker safety, and monitor for environmental contamination.

Why is Benzene Detection important?
Benzene is a known carcinogen. It is highly flammable, and toxic. Benzene levels are highly regulated by OSHA and the US EPA.

What instruments can be used for Benzene Detection?
Benzene is detectable by a photoionization detector as well as a flame ionization detector. A Photovac 2020ComboPRO with pre-filter assembly can isolate and measure specifically benzene, for accurate and reliable Benzene Detection.

What situation would the PetroPRO be better suited for Benzene Detection than the 2020ComboPRO?
The PetroPRO portable GC identifies the individual concentrations of BTEX. The 2020ComboPRO will only be able to give readings for Benzene. When the concentrations of toluene, ethylbenzene and xylene are required, the PetroPRO would be the instrument of choice. In addition, the gas chromatography technology in the PetroPRO provides unsurpassed accuracy at low detection levels. This is especially important for Benzene Detection.

If you are interested in more information about Benzene Detection, please see the following pages:

2020ComboPRO

PetroPRO

For other applications, please see the following:

PID Detector
Flame Ionization Gas Detector
Soil Gas Analyzer