Carbon dioxide CO₂ - Bundle - B50
A CO₂ bundle is a high-performance industrial gas battery consisting of 16 interconnected B50 steel gas cylinders, mounted in a robust, protective metal frame. With a total capacity of 600 kg of liquid CO₂, this is the ultimate solution for large-scale processes requiring an uninterrupted, high-quality flow of carbon dioxide.
The gas is stored under saturated vapor pressure (approximately 50-60 bar). The 16 cylinders are centrally connected to a main valve and distribution block.
Key features:
- Huge capacity: With a 600 kg supply, this bundle is the industry standard for large-scale facilities; it virtually eliminates the need to change individual cylinders.
- Industrial frame: The frame features lifting eyes and forklift slots, which are essential for moving this bundle, as it weighs over 1,200 kg when full.
- Applications: Widely used in heavy industry (large MAG welding lines), large-scale carbonation installations in the beverage industry, central CO₂ distribution points, and larger industrial cooling systems.
Product details
Carbon dioxide (CO₂) bundle, 16 cylinders filled with 37.5 kg of CO₂ (600 kg total), specifically developed for an inert environment that inhibits bacterial growth and keeps products fresh (built for long-term and professional use).
Transport
Transport & Logistics
- Mechanical transport: The bundle may only be moved by certified personnel using a heavy-duty forklift or crane. The center of gravity is high, necessitating careful handling.
- ADR transport: Transporting a full bundle is a complex logistical operation that must comply with strict ADR regulations for hazardous materials (UN 1013). This is typically performed by the gas supplier using specialized trucks.
Golden Rule for Bundles: Because you are working with 600 kg of CO₂, a risk assessment (RI&E) for the installation site is mandatory. Ensure that personnel are trained in emergency procedures for immediately closing the main valve in the event of a detected leak.
Information
Safety
Specific safety information for the Food Grade Bundle
- Stationary setup: A bundle is almost always placed outdoors or in a specially equipped, intensively ventilated technical room. The quantity of gas is so large that a leak in a normal workspace would immediately lead to a life-threatening oxygen-deficient environment.
- CO₂ detection & Alarm system: The use of a linked CO₂ detection system with emergency ventilation is strictly mandatory in the room where the bundle is located (or where the pipes converge).
- Pressure regulation & Heating: Withdrawing large volumes of CO₂ from a bundle causes extreme cold. A professional central preheating system is necessary to prevent the distribution block and valves from freezing.
- Coupling safety: All couplings in the piping system must be "Food Grade" and regularly checked for leaks. Use only approved sealing materials that are suitable for the food industry.