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Thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries is a critical concern for safety in electric vehicles. To mitigate the risk of thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries, it is crucial to proactively implement comprehensive monitoring solution to provide early warning as preventive step against potential harm from lithium-ion battery thermal runaway incidents. As mandated by UN G...

Smart gas metering holds significant importance, as gas measurement is the sole basis for settlement in natural gas trade sector, closely linked with national laws and regulations for the accuracy, consistency, and traceability of gas measurement. To help enhance the reliability and trustworthiness of smart gas metering, Cubic, a leading manufacturer of gas sensors and ...

On 15 November 2023, the European Union reached the provisional agreement on a new EU Methane Regulation, as part of the proposals to deliver European Green Deal, aimed at reducing methane emissions in the energy sectors of Europe. The oil and gas industry will be subject to the highest monitoring standards, requiring accurate measurement, monitoring, reporting, and veri...

On 7 February 2024, the new F-gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573 was adopted and started to apply on 11 March 2024, with the aim to further cut fluorinated gases emissions, in line with EU and global climate goals. The new regulation has discussed many measures towards F-gas control and management, and notably it mentioned that “The intentional release of fluorinated substan...

Driven by a clear mission to provide comprehensive, safer, healthier, and more eco-friendly solutions to the automotive industry, Cubic, a leading manufacturer specializing in high-quality gas sensors and sensor technologies, has developed its mature diverse technological platforms, and has accumulated and provided complete gas sensing solutions for real-time air quality...

Recently, Cubic Flammable Refrigerant Monitoring System Laboratory received formal recognition from Intertek Group (hereinafter referred to as Intertek). A grand certification ceremony was held at Cubic R&D Center, attended by leaders from Intertek and Cubic. Addressing the current trends in the application and development of new types of flammable refrigerants, and fu...

Cubic AM4205 series is developed based on mature core Non-dispersive Infrared (NDIR) technology, aiming at the detection of A2L and A3 refrigerant gas leakage. It can achieve superior long-term stability, and ensure high accuracy in different temperature ranges, making it suitable in different application scenarios. Designed with smart algorithm, AM4205 series has the ad...

Recently, Cubic self-developed A3 R-290 refrigerant gas leak sensor, AM4205 series, successfully completed testing by the third-party authoritative testing organization, Intertek, certifying that AM4205 series meets the requirements of IEC-60335-2-40 and UL 60335-2-40 standards. In response to the current trends in the application of new flammable refrigerants and the f...

In the United States, hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are the mainstream refrigerants in commercial air conditioning industry. However, HFCs have high GWP and are gradually being eliminated from the refrigerant market. Therefore, it is imperative that HFCs must be gradually replaced. On May 30, 2023, EPA put a new rule named Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Subst...

In the pursuit of optimized indoor air quality (IAQ) and energy efficiency, the latest standard of ASHRAE 62.1 has underscored the necessity of employing high-precision CO2 sensor for Demand Control Ventilation with the accuracy requirement of ±75ppm at 600, 1000 &2500ppm. Presently, Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) technology stands out as the optimal solution to meet the...

When working with demand control ventilation systems, it is essential to comply with ASHRAE standard 62.1 about Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality, an industry benchmark offering guidelines for multiple building design and construction requirements, aiming to reduce energy consumption and improve indoor air quality (IAQ). It is worth noting that in the field ...

With the progression of technological advancements in environmental management, the incorporation of CO2 sensors into Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) systems has become increasingly imperative. Recognizing this necessity, in March 2023, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) introduced Addendum ab to Standard 62.1-2022, wh...

To improve energy efficiency in buildings, the latest published ASHRAE 62.1-2022 proposes measures to enhance building energy efficiency, notably raising CO2 measurement standards to ±75 ppm at 600, 1000, and 2500 ppm concentrations as the following shows, 6.2.6.1.3.4 CO2 sensors shall be certified by the manufacturer to be accurate within ±75 ppm at concentrations of 6...

In today’s energy-conscious world, reducing energy consumption and increasing energy efficiency has become a top priority. In the domain of modern building systems, Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) is an effective method for achieving energy savings. Unlike traditional ventilation systems, which typically sustain a consistent level of ventilation, DCV systems are desig...

Indoor air quality is essential in closed spaces with high occupancy levels. When the indoor CO2 concentration increases, the indoor air quality will be substandard, and occupants will gradually experience physical discomfort if the condition of high CO2 concentration continues. Especially when indoor CO2 concentration exceeds 1000ppm, people will feel uncomfortable. The...

In achieving energy efficiency and maintaining indoor air quality, the lasted published ANSI/ASHRAE Addendum ab to ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022 set more specific requirement for CO2 sensors incorporated within the DCV systems: 6.2.6.1.3.4 CO2 sensors shall be certified by the manufacturer to be accurate within ±75 ppm at concentrations of 600, 1000, and 2500 ppm when ...

Applying CO2 sensors to realize air ventilation control, called Demand Control Ventilation (DCV), has become increasingly popular to achieve energy savings in buildings. Recently, ASHRAE has published the new standard guidelines under Addendum ab: ANSI/ASHRAE Addendum ab to ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022. It is worth noting for CO2 sensors incorporated within the DCV sys...

In recent years, lithium-ion batteries' thermal runaway events have attracted widespread attention. To further reduce the loss of life and property caused by lithium-ion batteries thermal runaway, some important regulations have been promulgated. UN GTR 20: “The vehicle shall provide an advance warning indication to allow egress or 5 minutes prior to the presence of a ha...

Title 24, California Building Energy Efficiency Standards, is a set of energy efficiency standards, which establishes multiple requirements for building design and construction, aiming to reduce energy consumption and improve indoor air quality (IAQ). It is worth noting that in the field of indoor ventilation, Title 24 mandates the application of the DCV system in certa...

Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) systems play a pivotal role in maintaining indoor air quality and improving energy efficiency. Typically, DCV systems will adopt CO2 sensors to continuously and accurately monitor indoor CO2 concentration levels in real-time. When it is detected that the indoor CO2 concentration exceeds the set threshold, the DCV systems will automaticall...

Carbon monoxide is a type of colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas. According to the findings from the Department of Health and Social Care, in the United Kingdom, carbon monoxide poisoning incidents at home account for an average of 50 deaths a year and up to 4,000 medical visits. To further reduce carbon monoxide poisoning incidents, many relevant regulations have bee...

Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is released at various stages of oil and gas operations, from upstream to downstream. Its impact on global warming is over 25 times greater than that of carbon dioxide over a 100-year period, making it a significant contributor to climate change. To meet the goal of methane emissions reduction by at least 30% below 2020 levels by 2030, m...

On 9 May 2023, European Parliament adopted the amendments on the proposal for a regulation on methane emissions reduction in the energy sector. The new law is the first piece of EU legislation aimed at cutting methane emissions and covers direct methane emissions from energy sector, including oil and gas industry. It is worth noting that obligations of operators from oil...

The oil and gas industry is the largest industrial source of methane emissions in the United States, responsible for approximately one-third of total U.S. methane emissions. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has implemented regulations under the Clean Air Act to help reduce methane emissions from oil and gas industry. In light of these regulations, it is essenti...

The U.S. Methane Emissions Reduction Action Plan lays down more strictly regulation about CH4 emission in oil and gas industry, which accelerates CH4 monitoring technology innovation. Aiming at continuous emission monitoring, Cubic TDLAS CH4 sensor Gasboard-2502 has achieved a minimum detection limit of 1ppm and a high resolution of 0.1ppm to fulfil accurate minor leakag...

According to a recent World Fab Forecast issued by Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers International (SEMI), more than 50% of semiconductor yield losses can be attributed to micro-contamination. For minimizing yield losses, it is essential for semiconductor fabrication plants (semiconductor fabs) to adopt rigorous contamination control strategies in the cleanrooms. Pa...

Recent approval of the revised EU F-gas Regulation has attracted widespread attention to the alternative refrigerants applied in heat pumps. The updated F-gas Regulation has the specific objectives to control F-gas emissions, which required refrigerant leakage prevention as follows: •Discourage the use of F-gases with high Global Warming Potential and encourage the use ...

Particulate matter pollution is one of the major causes of equipment failure within data centers. Keeping particulate matter pollution in data centers at low levels can reduce equipment failure rates while also cutting down operating costs. In order to control particulate matter pollution, data center managers need to use real-time environmental monitoring tools to mo...

Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co., Ltd. (“Cubic”) is celebrating its 20th anniversary at Cubic R&D Center seated in Wuhan Cubic on 22th May. Chairman and founder of Cubic, Dr. Youhui Xiong, on behalf of Board of Directors, delivered a passionate speech at celebration and expressed his sincere gratitude to all the employees for their efforts and contributions to Cubic’s de...

The U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has proposed new rules for monitoring pipeline methane leaks in May 2023, which will take effect six months after final confirmation. Pipeline operators will be required to establish a written Advanced Leak Detection Procedure (ALDP) that includes methane leak detection equipment with commercially a...

Silobag technology is a widely used method for storing dry grains in many countries. In Argentina, 35 to 40 million tons of grains have been stored using this technology in recent years. Storing grains in silobag is a simple and cost-effective way to reduce losses and costs. Monitoring the CO2 concentration levels in silobag is considered to be of vital importance to en...

The SF6 online monitoring and alarming system solution is composed of SF6 system control cabinet and multiple SF6 gas detectors. Integrated with Cubic self-developed SF6 sensor core, it mainly detects SF6 gas concentration, O2 concentration, ambient temperature and humidity in real-time. It can realize multiple types of functions including Passive Infrared (PIR) motion d...

Demand for medical ventilators and oxygen generators/concentrators increased rapidly due to the worldwide spread of COVID-19. With over 14 years development experience in ultrasonic technology, Cubic could offer complete ultrasonic oxygen and flow sensor solutions for oxygen generators/concentrators and ventilators. Ultrasonic oxygen and flow sensors Gasboard-8500FS ser...

In addition, Cubic provides full-dimension and high-performance fans that meet all kinds of protection levels (dust, water, oil and corrosion). Currently, all products are widely used in the fields of cooling, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning, automotive industry, wind power plants and mechanical engineering/finishing equipment industry. Features • Compact s...

Cubic Receives the Jaguar Land Rover Quality Award, Signifying Improved Performance in Automotive Sector Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co., Ltd. ("Cubic"), a global leading manufacturer of smart gas sensors and advanced gas analyzers, held the prestigious Jaguar Land Rover Quality (JLRQ) award ceremony this month at its Wuhan, China headquarters. Mr. Garrick Wang, Jaguar ...

As Long-term partner with many world-famous OEMs like Volkswagen, Ford and JLR, Cubic manufactures all products under very strict quality management, including NOx sensors manufacturing. By self-developed from raw material to metal cover sealing, we could manufacture all types of NOx sensors for major diesel vehicle brands. Cubic NOx sensors are more cost-efficient with ...