When it comes to storing odorants, the choice of vessel material can significantly impact performance, maintenance, and safety. At Tansley Associates Environmental Sciences, we manufacture our odorant vessels with high-quality stainless steel under ISO specification (International Organization for Standardization).

Read on to learn three strong reasons why stainless steel is better than regular carbon steel for storing your odorant supply.

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1. Longevity and Durability

Stainless steel vessels are highly durable, withstanding tough environmental conditions, leading to a longer lifespan. This durability means fewer replacements and lower long-term costs. The initial investment in stainless steel vessels pays off through reduced need for frequent replacements and repairs, making it a cost-effective choice over time.

Stainless steel is also an excellent choice for storage vessels due to its enhanced resistance to rust and corrosion, especially when compared to a carbon steel odorant vessel. This resistance plays a critical role in preserving the integrity of the vessel when storing potentially corrosive substances such as odorants. Choosing stainless steel ensures that your vessels will remain in optimal condition over time, reducing the chance of leaks and contamination. This ensures the long-term safety and reliability of your odorant vessels.

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2. Reduced Maintenance Requirements

Unlike carbon steel, which requires regular inspection and treatment to prevent corrosion, stainless steel vessels require significantly less maintenance. This translates to reduced operational downtime and lower maintenance costs. With stainless steel, you can focus more on your core operations rather than the upkeep of your storage vessels.

Tansley Associates Environmental Sciences manufactures stainless steel AI smart vessels with up to four years of odorant, meaning fewer activities on site, resulting in a reduced chance for a liquid spill or vapour release.

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3. Chemical Inertness

Another major benefit of stainless steel is its chemical inertness. This unique property makes it less likely to undergo chemical reactions with the odorants stored within, thereby reducing the risk of deterioration in odorant quality. As a result, stainless steel helps to preserve the effectiveness of the odorant, ensuring it performs as intended over extended periods of time.

Tansley Associates utilizes stainless steel vessels with a 0.2-micron polish inside, effectively preventing any interaction between the vessel and the odorant. This not only safeguards the odorant quality but also enables TAES to efficiently clean and deodorize the vessels for recertification, further ensuring the integrity of the odorant containment system.

Tansley Associates’ ISO-approved stainless steel vessels do not leach contaminants into the stored odorant, ensuring the substance remains pure and effective, maintaining the critical integrity of the odorant.

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Switching to stainless steel odorant vessels is a smart decision that enhances reliability, reduces maintenance and ensures the safety and purity of your stored odorants. The benefits of stainless steel—enhanced corrosion resistance, chemical inertness, longevity, reduced maintenance, and safety—make it the superior choice for anyone looking to optimize their odorant storage solutions.