London, United Kingdom – Modcon Systems Ltd. has been honored with the Best Industrial Sensing Technology Award at the 35th Edition of the International Research Awards on Sensing Technology, presented by the Scifax Company Group (Reg. No. 159522). The award was bestowed on Mr. Gregory Shahnovsky, CEO of Modcon Systems Ltd., in recognition of the company’s innovative contributions to industrial measurement science, notably the development of the MOD-1040 Optical Oxygen Analyzer.
Administered by Scifax and officially registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, this award is a mark of excellence for breakthrough technologies that redefine performance standards in sensor development. Authenticity of the certificate can be verified through sensors.sciencefather.com, offering full transparency to the international research and engineering communities.
A New Standard in Oxygen Sensing: The MOD-1040 Analyzer
The MOD-1040 represents a paradigm shift in oxygen measurement—specifically engineered for real-time, in-situ, and contactless analysis in harsh industrial environments. Utilizing quenched fluorescence optical technology, the MOD-1040 surpasses traditional electrochemical and zirconia-based sensors in safety, sensitivity, and reliability.
Key advantages include:
- In-situ Measurement: Eliminates the need for sample extraction and conditioning systems, preserving sample integrity and enabling real-time monitoring at the point of interest.
- Safety integrity level: certified: SIL2 as per IEC 61508-2:2010
- Exceptional Sensitivity: Capable of detecting trace oxygen levels in the low ppm range, even in hydrogen-rich and explosive environments.
- Explosion Proof Design: Certified for use in hazardous zones, meeting ATEX and IECEx explosion-proof standards.
- Rapid Response Time: Optical detection enables oxygen measurement with response times under 2 seconds, supporting high-speed process control.
- Resilient to Harsh Gases: Resistant to aggressive components such as H₂S, CO₂, and hydrocarbons, ensuring long-term performance in petrochemical and gas environments.
- Digital Communication: Features Modbus RTU and analog outputs, easily integrating into DCS, SCADA, or cloud-based platforms for remote diagnostics and AI-based process optimization.
Wide-Ranging Applications Across the Energy and Process Industries
The versatility of the MOD-1040 Oxygen Analyzer extends across multiple sectors where oxygen control is critical for safety, quality, and compliance:
🔹 Green Hydrogen Production – Monitoring residual oxygen in electrolyzer systems—particularly at the anode, cathode, and purification stages—is vital to avoid explosive atmospheres and ensure purity. The MOD-1040 provides direct, real-time feedback for AI-optimized control of hydrogen generation systems.
🔹 Natural Gas and LNG Facilities – In gas processing and storage, even minute concentrations of oxygen can pose combustion risks and degrade product quality. MOD-1040 offers real-time ppm-level detection under high-pressure conditions, ideal for blending stations, pipeline injection, and LNG liquefaction processes.
🔹 Flare Gas and Combustion Monitoring – Precise oxygen monitoring ensures complete combustion, reducing soot, minimizing emissions, and maintaining regulatory compliance in refinery flare stacks, waste incinerators, and thermal oxidizers.
🔹 Refineries and Petrochemical Plants – Oxygen intrusion in hydrocarbon processing units, such as hydrocrackers, reformers, and storage tanks, can cause corrosion, degradation, or even explosions. The MOD-1040 ensures safe operations in these sensitive zones.
🔹 Biogas and Waste-to-Energy – In renewable energy systems, oxygen control plays a central role in maintaining anaerobic conditions, optimizing methane yields, and protecting sensitive catalytic stages. The MOD-1040’s ability to operate under variable pressure and gas composition makes it a preferred choice in biogas upgrading and injection facilities.
🔹 Semiconductor and Specialty Gas Manufacturing – Ensuring ultra-high purity in nitrogen, argon, or hydrogen flows requires oxygen detection at sub-ppm levels. The MOD-1040’s accuracy and stability make it ideal for integration into ultra-clean gas lines.
Global Impact and Recognition
The award conferred upon Mr. Gregory Shahnovsky and Modcon Systems Ltd. not only honors a specific technological innovation but also underscores the company’s broader commitment to advancing safe, efficient, and sustainable industrial processes. By bridging research excellence with real-world industrial needs, the MOD-1040 offers a transformative tool for industries navigating the challenges of decarbonization, automation, and process safety.
This recognition from an international scientific committee is a testament to Modcon’s engineering leadership and dedication to developing sensing solutions aligned with the highest global standards.
