Shown at right: Mike Hotchkiss  in front of the World’s Greatest!… camera.

Read more about why Interface Devices was chosen for World’s Greatest!… in this January, 2012 Techno-Blog post.

Some things to look for in an oxygen booster include:

• Brass components. Brass components are far better than stainless steel for oxygen service because it is one of the few materials that will not combust in a pure oxygen environment.
• A booster with oxygen whetted parts that have been cleaned in compliance with Spec ARP 1176 cleaning standards. 
• A booster that does not require an air regulator, an air inlet valve or an air lubricator.
• A booster with 10 micron filters on the inlet and outlet. The dual filters will reduce the risk of contaminants getting in the booster.
• A self-contained booster that does not have any fittings or tubes and that has an integrated circuit design. This helps to ensure a long and maintenance free life by avoiding potential leaks.

These are just some of the many features to look for in an oxygen booster if you want to be satisfied with your booster choice.

When choosing a nitrogen booster for your application, you should consider several different factors to ensure that the booster will serve its intended purpose. Some questions to ask yourself before purchasing a nitrogen booster include:

• What is the weight of the booster? A lightweight nitrogen booster will be simpler to use and install.
• Does the booster require an inlet air valve, an air lubricator or an air regulator? Look for one that does not require these things to again allow for easier install and more versatile use.
• Does the booster have polymeric seals? Polymeric seals can ensure a longer life and worry-free operation.
• Does the booster promise sparkless operation?  You want one that does, especially in explosion-proof or HAZMAT environments.
• Is the unit efficient? Low-pressure nitrogen bottles may be used with nitrogen boosters and you want these to be used efficiently.
• Does the unit have quick disconnect? If so, you will have the opportunity to power the unit by several different methods.

By asking yourself these questions and comparing the features of different nitrogen boosters, you can find the right unit for your needs.

• A gas booster may not require lubricators or inlet air valve regulators. Fewer parts required means easier installation, less cost and less maintenance over time.
• A gas booster can offer sparkless operation. This helps to ensure that gas boosters are safe for a variety of environments, including HAZMAT environments.
• Gas boosters with PTFE dynamic seals are constructed to last, which means you will not have to replace your booster or interrupt operations due to a failed booster.
• A gas booster is able to reach and maintain the desired pressure output with minimal energy consumption. This saves you money on your electrical bill month after month.
• Gas boosters offer flexibility, with many different output pressures available. Whether you need 50 psi, 4500 psi or anything in between, it is possible to achieve the desired pressure with a gas booster.

If you believe a gas booster is right for you, contact Interface Devices, Inc. to learn more about the top quality as boosters available to you.

To find an oxygen booster that will allow you reliable and cost-effective operation and that won’t cause an interruption or problem due to mechanical failure or inadequate performance, you should look for an oxygen booster that offers:

• Mostly brass components. Brass components are far better than steel components
• Compliance with Spec. ARP 1176 Spec ARP 1176 sets cleaning standards for wetted parts
• Twin rod seals. There should also be venting between these seals in order to avoid air/oxygen contamination by allowing release into the atmosphere.
• The option for nitrogen power in case remote operation becomes necessary
• Integrated cut in and cut out pressure switches to turn off operation of the pump of the psi falls too low or climbs too high.

These features, and many of the others offered on the Oxygen Boosters by Interface Devices, Inc., help to ensure smooth and safe operation over the long-haul.

The OB-30 air-powered oxygen booster enables ground support staff to more efficiently refill an aircraft’s oxygen system. The booster can be powered by shop air for use in and around the hanger, with 80 psi drive pressure producing 2,200 psi oxygen pressure. The OB-30 can also be driven with nitrogen bottles, allowing the booster to be operated on tarmacs or in remote locations where compressors are not available. Interface Devices designed the pump to enable more efficient use of low-pressure oxygen bottles, thus requiring fewer man hours to set up and perform a service. Operations performed with this booster pump additionally require less oxygen inventory to perform the same function than with a cascade system.

For more information, visit our distributor’s website:
http://www.flytac.com/sales/equipment/ob-30-oxygen-booster-pump

Note: Though the OB-30 was designed for maximum safety, there is an inherent risk associated with pressurized oxygen systems. Please follow all relevant safety procedures when operating this booster. Please visit our website to download a white paper with tips for the safe handling of pure oxygen under pressure.

When you opt for a gas booster, no inlet air valve regulator is required and you also do not need a lubricator. The gas booster can be purchased as a complete unit with an integrated circuit design and you will not need to add fittings or tubing’s prior to use.    All of this combines to make the gas booster very simple to install and start using right out of the box. Even better, gas boosters can also be mounted either horizontally or vertically depending on your needs.

Once you’ve installed your gas booster, operation is safe and easy and there’s minimal cost associated with operation. No electricity is required and no energy is used once the booster reaches the necessary pressure. Plus, because a gas booster doesn’t produce any heat, it can even be used in environments where explosion is possible or in HAZMAT environments. This safe and easy operation, combined with versatility in output pressure and size, makes gas boosters the right choice in many different applications.

The materials for your oxygen booster will directly affect the safety of operation and use. Traditionally, brass is considered to be best for oxygen service and you should be sure to look for an oxygen booster that contain parts made primary of brass as opposed to stainless steel. You should also look for a booster comprised of parts cleaned in a manner that complies with Spec. APR 1176.

Of course, in addition to safety, ease of operation and ease of hooking up your oxygen booster are also important. Typically, it is going to be simplest to hook up a unit that has an integrated circuit design and that does not require air valves, regulators or lubricators. This will make installation as simple and easy as it can be so you can begin using your oxygen booster in your desired application without undue cost or delay.

January 10, 2012

Milford, CT—-How2Media, the producers of the television show “World’s Greatest!…”, announced today that they have recently selected Interface Devices, Inc. to be a part of the popular television series.

“Interface Devices is one of those companies that we like to feature on ‘World’s Greatest!…’. They use state-of-the-art facilities to build Air-Driven Liquid Pumps in a customized way, plus Gas Boosters and Zero Leak Valves. That kind of technology has offered ground support crews worldwide a cost-effective alternative to jet airplane oxygen bottle fills, leading to safer, quicker and more cost-effective operations. That’s what leaders do: they pioneer, grow, and lead. We think their story will be meaningful to our viewers” said Gordon Freeman, Executive Producer of the show.

As part of the show, How2Media will be sending a film crew to spend time at the company’s facilities in Milford, Connecticut, to find out what the story behind the story is with this great and growing company, and to show the “World’s Greatest!…” viewers why Interface Devices was selected as the best in their category, and therefore featured on the show. The show will provide a portrait of a business with which companies such as Hurst “Jaws of Life”, Emhart, and Westinghouse/ABB have chosen to partner in product development.

Founded in 1971, Interface Devices, Inc. is a world-class designer and manufacturer of air-driven fluid pumps, hydraulic valves and custom-engineered fluid power products. Mike Hotchkiss, Interface Devices’ Vice President of Sales and Marketing said, “As we continue to grow and develop, it is our aim to provide quality in our designs and manufacturing, while responding to customer needs.” More information on Interface Devices can be found at their website, www.interfacedevices.com.

“World’s Greatest!…” is a thirty-minute show dedicated to highlighting the world’s greatest companies, products, places, and people. Each show is a fast-paced tour around the world, featuring behind-the-scenes footage, informative interviews, and exciting visuals. This and other How2Media programming can be seen on national cable channels and local network affiliates across the country.

Mike Hotchkiss of Interface Devices concluded, “We are proud to have been chosen to appear on ‘World’s Greatest!…’. This exposure should help us become better known in the industries we serve, as well as in the community around us.”

Those interested in exploring the benefits of air amplifiers should investigate the different options available, including models with coded or non-coded air receivers, in order to find the air amplifier that will best work for the particular situation. Air amplifiers may last up to five times as long as other devices that serve a similar function, so taking the time to look into an air amplifier can be a worthy investment.