Gas Interlock Panel – Model GICS2601

Product Overview

Our new design Gas Interlock System is engineered to provide reliable, cost-effective, and fully compliant gas safety control for commercial kitchens and industrial environments. This unit complies with BS6173, ensuring your installation meets all UK safety standards.

What is a Gas Interlock System?

A gas interlock system (or gas safety shut-off system) is a mandatory safety mechanism in many commercial kitchens and gas-powered facilities. Its role is to prevent the release of hazardous gases by ensuring that:

• Gas appliances only operate when extraction fans are running.
• Gas flow is automatically shut off in the event of fan failure or unsafe operating conditions.
• Operators are alerted to unsafe conditions via both visual and audible alarms.

This prevents gas leaks, fires, and exposure to harmful fumes, protecting both staff and property.

How It Works

• Fan Current Monitoring: Built-in sensors continuously monitor the electrical current of canopy fans to verify operation. Differential Pressure Monitoring the pressure differential infront and behind the installed fans are measured via external pressure switches..
• Intelligent Control Panel: Processes input from fans and controls gas solenoid valve.
• Set Points: Adjustable fan current set points ensure appliances only run with sufficient airflow.
• Automatic Shut-Off: If fan speed drops below the set threshold, the system cuts off the gas supply via solenoid valves.
• Safety Alarms: Provides both visual indicators and audible warnings to alert staff immediately.

Key Features & Benefits

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets BS6173 and UKCA standards.
• Signal type: Current and Air Pressure sensing.
• Enhanced Safety: Prevents gas flow unless ventilation fans are operational.
• User-Friendly Design: LED indicators and an emergency stop button for quick action.
• Secure Access: Key-operated ON/OFF switch with mute function.
• Durable Construction: Robust enclosure for demanding environments.

Technical Specifications

• Model: GICS2601
• Voltage: 230V AC
• Indicators: Power, Gas On, EM Stop, Supply Fan, Extract Fan, Fan Fault, Service
• Emergency Stop: Large red push-button
• Control: Key-operated ON/OFF switch with mute
• Enclosure: IP-rated for commercial kitchen use
• Certification: UKCA | BS6173 compliant
• Dimensions: 120x120x65mm (LWH)
• Weight: 1.5kg

Applications

Perfect for:

• Commercial kitchens
• Catering facilities
• Restaurants and food preparation areas requiring gas interlock systems

Installation Examples

Installation by Richard Canary