Oxygen level often goes low in a human body if the person has respiratory problems like asthma, COPD, lung disease or while undergoing surgery and a few other problems. To such people, doctors often suggest the utilization of supplemental oxygen. The recent COVID breakout has also made us realize the use and importance of medical oxygen.
The unprecedented times have taught us that it is seldom available to people who need it the most. And, if it is available somewhere, it is often costly to the least fortunate and generally troubled (our nation has experienced the horrifying shortage of ICU beds or ventilators in the COVID-19 pandemic). This is why all healthcare centers must develop medical oxygen systems and install on-site gas generators that provide an uninterrupted oxygen supply whenever required.
PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) technology is a practical option for the on-site generation of Oxygen for Medical use. It has been used for more than 30 years in the medical industry.
What are oxygen generators?
Oxygen generator plants utilize a molecular sieves bed to separate pure oxygen from atmospheric air and distribute air for people with low blood oxygen levels. On-premises generators are cost-efficient and more effective than traditional oxygen tanks. Learn how medical oxygen generators work and the main components of these generators.
How do Medical Oxygen Generators work?
Oxygen Generators are just like an air conditioner that we have at our homes-it takes air in, changes it and delivers it in a different form (cold air). Medical oxygen is generated from the ambient air and delivered to individuals who require it due to the low level of oxygen in the blood. In the past, healthcare facilities were largely dependent on oxygen cylinders and dewars, but since the evolution of technology, hospitals and nursing homes prefer on-site medical oxygen generators as they are cost-efficient, effective and safe to handle.
Medical Oxygen Generator Working Process
- Generators take air from the atmosphere.
- Compresses the oxygen.
- Takes out nitrogen from the air.
- Adjusts the way of gas delivery.
- Delivers the purified air to the user.
Main components of oxygen generators
- Air compressor : It helps push room air into the machine and pushes it to the molecular sieve beds.
- Filters : Filters help in filtering out impurities present in the air.
- Molecular Sieves : There are 2 molecular sieve beds in the plant. These sieves have the ability to trap Nitrogen.
- Switching valves : These valves help in switching the compressed air flow between molecular sieves towers.
- Flowmeter : To help to set the flow in litres per minute.
For any queries or assistance related to medical oxygen generators or any other on-site gas generators, contact our team today or visit www.mvsengg.com. We’ll assess your needs and answer all your questions.
