{"id":2855,"date":"2025-11-24T10:26:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T16:26:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/?p=2855"},"modified":"2025-11-24T11:54:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T17:54:15","slug":"gas-sensing-has-its-percs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/gas-sensing-has-its-percs\/","title":{"rendered":"Gas Sensing has its PERCS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Monitoring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/information\/perchloroethylene\">Perchloroethylene <\/a>is Critical for Your Business<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perchloroethylene (PERC) is a powerful solvent widely used in dry cleaning and industrial degreasing. While it\u2019s effective, it comes with serious health and environmental risks if not properly monitored. For businesses, failing to track PERC levels can lead to <strong>regulatory fines, health hazards, and costly downtime<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/information\/perchloroethylene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic-1024x617.jpg\" alt=\"PERC monitoring matters.\" class=\"wp-image-2863\" style=\"width:717px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic-1024x617.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic-1536x925.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-Monitoring-Matters-infographic.jpg 1577w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Monitoring Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Protect Employee Health:<\/strong> PERC vapors can cause dizziness, headaches, and long-term organ damage. Chronic exposure is linked to cancer. Monitoring ensures your workplace stays within safe limits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regulatory Compliance:<\/strong> Agencies like OSHA and EPA set strict exposure limits. Exceeding these can result in penalties and even shutdowns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevent Equipment Leaks:<\/strong> Continuous monitoring helps detect leaks early, avoiding expensive repairs and contamination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer Trust:<\/strong> Safe operations protect your reputation and reassure clients that you prioritize health and safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Risks of Ignoring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/support\/gas-information\/perc-products.html\">PERC <\/a>Levels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/information\/perchloroethylene\">Immediate Health Effects:<\/a><\/strong> Eye and throat irritation, fatigue, and loss of coordination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-Term Damage:<\/strong> Liver and kidney issues, neurological problems, and increased cancer risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Environmental Impact:<\/strong> PERC can contaminate soil and groundwater, leading to cleanup costs and liability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Consequences:<\/strong> Non-compliance can mean thousands in fines and legal exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/aeroqual-perchloroethylene-sensor-0-200-ppm-pe.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"841\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-sensor-head-with-aeroqual-ranger-841x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2860\" style=\"width:434px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-sensor-head-with-aeroqual-ranger-841x1024.jpg 841w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-sensor-head-with-aeroqual-ranger-247x300.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-sensor-head-with-aeroqual-ranger-768x935.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-sensor-head-with-aeroqual-ranger.jpg 885w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/aeroqual-perchloroethylene-sensor-0-200-ppm-pe.html\">Aeroqual Perchloroethylene Sensor Head <\/a>can be paired with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/ranger.html#960=155\">Aeroqual Ranger base<\/a> for peak performance on monitoring PERC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Stay Safe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install <strong>accurate gas sensors<\/strong> at breathing height (around 4 ft).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule <strong>regular calibration<\/strong> to maintain sensor reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspect seals and joints weekly to prevent leaks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never rely on smell\u2014PERC odor detection is unreliable due to olfactory fatigue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/information\/perchloroethylene\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"PERC monitoring at the dry cleaners.\" class=\"wp-image-2864\" style=\"width:413px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners-1024x679.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gas-sensing.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/PERC-at-the-cleaners.jpg 1573w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bottom Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Monitoring PERC isn\u2019t just about compliance\u2014it\u2019s about protecting your employees, your customers, and your business. Gas Sensing LLC offers advanced detection solutions to keep you safe and compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Monitoring Perchloroethylene is Critical for Your Business Perchloroethylene (PERC) is a powerful solvent widely used in dry cleaning and industrial degreasing. 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