Compressed gas cylinders are essential across various industries, including HVAC, DIY, Outdoor, Marine and many others, however their standard base design makes them susceptible to tipping and falling, posing potentially significant safety hazards.
Design and Stability Concerns
Standard compressed gas cylinders typically feature a narrow, concave base, which allows them to stand upright. While this design facilitates storage and use, it inherently lacks stability, especially when cylinders are inadvertently bumped or placed on uneven surfaces. A tipping cylinder can lead to valve damage, gas leaks, or even catastrophic failures, endangering personnel and property.
Safety Statistics
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emphasizes the importance of securing gas cylinders to prevent accidents. In 2016, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 10 deaths and 3,920 injuries related to pressurized containers, underscoring the critical need for proper handling and storage of these cylinders.
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Furthermore, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) documented seven incidents where cylinders were dropped, toppled over, or left unsecured, highlighting the prevalence of such hazards.
How Torch Buoy™ Helps Mitigate Risks
To enhance the stability of compressed gas cylinders and reduce the risk of tipping, consider the innovative Torch Buoy™ designed for multiple uses and surfaces:
- Secure Base: A wide, grip foot base securely holds canisters whether setting it down and continuing your work, or setting it on an uneven surface preventing accidental tip with the stability of design.
- Hands-Free Use: When you need two hands and the use of a gas canister, Torch Buoy™ provides a stable and secure canister grip and 180-degree + locking angles, freeing up both hands for your project.
- Design Innovations: With a stable grip base, 8-degree precision locking angle positions and tool-free release, Torch Buoy™ is your go-to shop, outdoor or DIY companion, minimizing accidental falls, slips and tip over hazards.
While the standard base design of compressed gas cylinders serves functional purposes, it also introduces stability challenges that can lead to serious accidents. The Torch Buoy™ addresses these common hazards with its unique, lightweight and portable design which can significantly prevent and reduce the risks associated with cylinder tipping.
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