So if this thing breaks, I have to replace it...........
Lets see..........
1. Part replacement = $$
2. Labor to remove piece that is permanantly mounted to truck = $$$
3. Labor to re-install piece that will be permanantly mounted to truck = $$$
4. Finding a qualified technician to do #2 and #3 = Time and $$$
5. Having completed project inspected and verified = Time and $$$
vs.
1. twisting flowmeter off and replacing = 5 seconds and minimal $.
Granted, not everyone has regulations that require a qualified tech and a completion inspection, but those that do are not going to be fond of this idea. I would also believe that any manufacturer who factory installs this device would probably require you to see their techs which they will charge $$$ for. I would also suspect that many not required will avoid it just for the fact that you would have to disconnect this equipment directly off of the main O2 line vs. a preattached quick connect. There are hazards when accessing the main line and having no clue what you are doing, not to mention the likelyhood that you will void your unit's warranty.
Sorry, but i'm not sold on it..............Innovation is great and I certainly welcome it, but sometimes the wheel just doesn't need to be re-invented.
I agree with Flight. What is wrong or inconvenient about the meter we use now that needs replacing? Its just one of those things that does not need re-invention.So if this thing breaks, I have to replace it...........
Lets see..........
1. Part replacement = $$
2. Labor to remove piece that is permanantly mounted to truck = $$$
3. Labor to re-install piece that will be permanantly mounted to truck = $$$
4. Finding a qualified technician to do #2 and #3 = Time and $$$
5. Having completed project inspected and verified = Time and $$$
vs.
1. twisting flowmeter off and replacing = 5 seconds and minimal $.
Granted, not everyone has regulations that require a qualified tech and a completion inspection, but those that do are not going to be fond of this idea. I would also believe that any manufacturer who factory installs this device would probably require you to see their techs which they will charge $$$ for. I would also suspect that many not required will avoid it just for the fact that you would have to disconnect this equipment directly off of the main O2 line vs. a preattached quick connect. There are hazards when accessing the main line and having no clue what you are doing, not to mention the likelyhood that you will void your unit's warranty.
Sorry, but i'm not sold on it..............Innovation is great and I certainly welcome it, but sometimes the wheel just doesn't need to be re-invented.
Whats the advantage to something like this?
I agree with Flight. What is wrong or inconvenient about the meter we use now that needs replacing? Its just one of those things that does not need re-invention.
No the product i posted has been used here for a number of years.
It plugs into the existing flow outlet and requires no instulation into the wall, no screws, no recessing.
And appears to have all the advantages you claim for your product.
Why should i invest in your product when there are simular, less hasselsome, time proven alteritives?
Meh, I am with the others... I really see no point to this, sorry seshan
I will stick with what we have now, there is nothing wrong with them. They don't take up much space at all and they get the job done.
Take Care,
Have you ever seen two oxygen outlets (side by side) in any rigs?
Have you ever seen two oxygen outlets (side by side) in any rigs?
Yes, on just about every ambulance and helicopter I've been on over the last decade.
We've had them for a while... because we used to have a preconnected demand valve.Yes, on just about every ambulance and helicopter I've been on over the last decade.