Gas Detection in Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Aug 14

3 min read

Water and wastewater treatment plants protect communities by processing chemicals, oils, and human waste. But these processes often generate harmful gases—like hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), methane, chlorine, and carbon monoxide—that can pose serious health and safety risks.

Installing reliable gas detection is critical for:

Personnel safety – high-risk zones include digesters, sludge storage, bar screens, wet wells, and especially confined spaces. Macurco’s portable PM400 monitors and TXP wireless transmitters offer real-time detection and alarms to prevent exposure and incidents.
Facility protection – gas leaks can corrode systems, trigger shutdowns, or cause fires/explosions in volatile areas.
Regulatory compliance – real-time data logs from portable and fixed systems support MSHA, OSHA, and EPA audits.

Macurco’s Water/Wastewater Gas Detection Solutions

🔧 Portable Monitors

PM400: Detects up to 4 gases (CO, H₂S, O₂, combustibles) with rugged IP67 housing, 60-day runtime (IR version), and event/data logging—ideal for diverse plant applications.
PM500 (new): Includes onboard pump for confined spaces, sampling up to 6 gases (plus NH₃, SO₂, NO₂, VOCs), with real-time alarms and backlit LCD.

📡 Fixed & Wireless: TracXP

TXP-WTA/TXP-T40 wireless transmitter: Supports single or dual sensors with options for Al or poly enclosures, 900 MHz/2.4 GHz radios, “D” lithium battery power, and remote sensor capability—perfect for chlorinator rooms or sludge sites.

TXP-C16X Control Panel: A multi-channel control panel that provides signal conditioning, simultaneous real-time display, and alarm events for up to 16 input channels. The controller modules are designed in 8-channel options allowing the TXP-C16X to be set up as an 8 to 16-channel device to meet a wide variety of applications.

⚙️ Connectivity & Integration

All TracXP and AimSafety units offer integration with BAS, control panels, and alarm systems, along with telemetry for remote monitoring and fence-line coverage—reducing engineering time and installation costs.

Why Macurco Stands Out

50+ Years of Proven Experience “Macurco has over 50 years of proven gas detection experience in residential, commercial, and industrial gas monitoring,” rooted in Sioux Falls, SD.
Full Product Suite across All Needs Whether it's handheld PM series, fixed-point TXP series, or wireless setups, Macurco covers every scenario with solutions for fixed, wireless, and portable detection.
Innovative Design & Flexibility Smart sensor technology enables field swaps without replacement units; wireless units use dual-band radio and standard battery power for remote settings.
Industrial-Grade Reliability Models like TXP-T40 meet hazardous-location standards (Class 1, Div 1/2); IP67-rated portable units perform in dusty or wet conditions; IR sensors resist poisoning.
Seamless Integration & Support With easy BAS connectivity, event logging, and helpful control panels, Macurco provides full infrastructure support plus technical backing from channel partners.

Case in Point: Wastewater Treatment Applications

Bar screens & sludge storage often contain H₂S and methane—TXP-WTA locates these with rugged wireless sensors.
Digesters & confined spaces require personal safety—PM500’s pump ensures air sampling from confined areas.
Combined systems: Use fixed TracXP for continuous monitoring, supplemented by AimSafety portables like PM400/PM500 for mobile staff safety.

Macurco’s combined portfolio—backed by decades of experience, rugged hardware, and field-flexible design—makes it an industry leader in wastewater gas detection. Whether protecting staff in tight spaces or validating remote systems, their solutions deliver safety, compliance, and operational continuity.