
Flexible sensor sounds alarm even for minor leaks... Preventing hazardous chemical leaks
As leaks of hazardous chemicals continue to occur, various environmental regulation laws have become stricter, including the Chemical Substances Control Act.
YUMINST (CEO Kim Dong-hwan, photo) is emerging at the forefront for its safety management solution with the development of the world's first flexible liquid detection sensor as well as its early detection and monitoring system for chemical leaks.
Cables sensors were mostly used for detecting chemical leaks. However, these products commanded high prices, were limited in their scope of use, and also had high installation and maintenance costs. On the other hand, the flexible leak sensor developed by YUMINST are manufactured by printing a circuit pattern using conductive ink (silver nano ink) on PET film, and is replacing imported sensors with its low cost, versatility, and easy-to-install features.
CEO Kim Dong-hwan said, “The amendment to safety regulation swill take effect from May 30th. Previously, there was a probation period, but from now on, it will be mandatory to install a hazardous chemical management system. In the case of large companies, they must implement a system within 3 years. SMEs are not exempt and they cannot build a new production facility until they pass safety inspection. Our products can benefit these companies.
CEO Kim also said, “When I visited industrial facilities, there were many places where cable sensors were installed merely to pass inspection. Also, inferior sensor products are flooding the market and creating a negative perception of sensors among clients, making it difficult to expand our sales.”
The detection sensor technology developed by YUMINST has been introduced in the world-renowned IEEE academic journal, and the company has 12 Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy NEP certifications and several patent registrations some of which have been registered overseas.
The company's flexible liquid detection sensor has a faster response time even for minor leaks compared to imported sensors. A leak is detected in 2 to 3 seconds and an alarm will sound. Due to its durability, it can be installed outdoors and indoors effectively. The sensors do not detect rain droplets on rainy days and only detects chemical leaks. If the sensor is damaged due to a chemical spill, there is no need to replace the entire sensor because only the contaminated part can be replaced.
YUMINST also develops its own monitoring system and distributes it along with sensors. When a toxic chemical leak is detected, the integrated monitoring server is immediately alerted. The server is also linked to a smartphone app so an operator can monitor the status in real time.
CEO Kim said, “This year, we are aiming for sales of 7 billion won to 11 billion won. We will be installing sensors in military server rooms, electronic equipment facilities, airplane field electronic equipment this month. In addition, we plan to export our products to Japan and other countries.
Reporter Seong Chang-hee, Dong-A Economic, Apr 25, 2017
Flexible sensor sounds alarm even for minor leaks... Preventing hazardous chemical leaks
As leaks of hazardous chemicals continue to occur, various environmental regulation laws have become stricter, including the Chemical Substances Control Act.
YUMINST (CEO Kim Dong-hwan, photo) is emerging at the forefront for its safety management solution with the development of the world's first flexible liquid detection sensor as well as its early detection and monitoring system for chemical leaks.
Cables sensors were mostly used for detecting chemical leaks. However, these products commanded high prices, were limited in their scope of use, and also had high installation and maintenance costs. On the other hand, the flexible leak sensor developed by YUMINST are manufactured by printing a circuit pattern using conductive ink (silver nano ink) on PET film, and is replacing imported sensors with its low cost, versatility, and easy-to-install features.
CEO Kim Dong-hwan said, “The amendment to safety regulation swill take effect from May 30th. Previously, there was a probation period, but from now on, it will be mandatory to install a hazardous chemical management system. In the case of large companies, they must implement a system within 3 years. SMEs are not exempt and they cannot build a new production facility until they pass safety inspection. Our products can benefit these companies.
CEO Kim also said, “When I visited industrial facilities, there were many places where cable sensors were installed merely to pass inspection. Also, inferior sensor products are flooding the market and creating a negative perception of sensors among clients, making it difficult to expand our sales.”
The detection sensor technology developed by YUMINST has been introduced in the world-renowned IEEE academic journal, and the company has 12 Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy NEP certifications and several patent registrations some of which have been registered overseas.
The company's flexible liquid detection sensor has a faster response time even for minor leaks compared to imported sensors. A leak is detected in 2 to 3 seconds and an alarm will sound. Due to its durability, it can be installed outdoors and indoors effectively. The sensors do not detect rain droplets on rainy days and only detects chemical leaks. If the sensor is damaged due to a chemical spill, there is no need to replace the entire sensor because only the contaminated part can be replaced.
YUMINST also develops its own monitoring system and distributes it along with sensors. When a toxic chemical leak is detected, the integrated monitoring server is immediately alerted. The server is also linked to a smartphone app so an operator can monitor the status in real time.
CEO Kim said, “This year, we are aiming for sales of 7 billion won to 11 billion won. We will be installing sensors in military server rooms, electronic equipment facilities, airplane field electronic equipment this month. In addition, we plan to export our products to Japan and other countries.
Reporter Seong Chang-hee, Dong-A Economic, Apr 25, 2017