UK firm receives best industrial sensing technology award for MOD-1040 optical oxygen analyser

MODCON Systems has been recognised with the Best Industrial Sensing Technology Award for its MOD-1040 Optical Oxygen Analyser, an achievement highlighting progress in real-time oxygen measurement for demanding industrial applications. The award acknowledges technologies that advance accuracy, operational safety and sustainability across the energy, chemical and refining sectors.

The MOD-1040 represents a new class of in-situ analysers designed to measure oxygen directly within the process stream. By eliminating sample extraction systems, the technology reduces maintenance requirements, limits potential points of failure and provides faster detection of process deviations. This real-time capability is particularly important in high-pressure environments such as hydrogen production, natural gas streams and flare systems, where oxygen ingress presents significant safety risks.

The analyser’s optical sensing architecture provides non-contact measurement, improving durability in corrosive or contaminated environments. It combines sub-ppm detection limits with rapid response, enabling operators to identify oxygen fluctuations early and maintain stable operating conditions. The MOD-1040 is certified to ATEX, IECEx and SIL-2, supporting compliance with global safety standards and making it suitable for installation in hazardous areas.

Key performance attributes include direct in-situ operation, fast measurement cycles, broad pressure capability, digital communication options and compatibility with modern industrial control architectures. Its modular mechanical design supports flexible installation across diverse process configurations, while integrated diagnostics and remote monitoring features align with emerging Industry 4.0 requirements.

According to MODCON’s engineering team, the development of the MOD-1040 focused on enhancing the safety and reliability of oxygen analysis in systems operating under extreme pressure or variable process conditions. By delivering accurate, continuous data, the analyser assists operators in preventing oxidation, equipment degradation and off-spec product formation.

The award reflects MODCON Systems’ longstanding commitment to research, innovation and applied process analytics. For more than three decades, the company has contributed to advancements in real-time measurement and control, providing solutions that help industrial facilities improve efficiency, reduce emissions and maintain compliance with evolving safety regulations.

The MOD-1040 now serves as a benchmark for next-generation oxygen sensing technologies, demonstrating how advanced optical methods can support safer and more sustainable industrial operations.