Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus for Hire
Some working environments are unsuitable for filtering the surrounding air, for example where the atmosphere is contaminated, oxygen-deficient or contains an unknown substance. Compressed air breathing apparatus, also known as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), supplies you with breathable air from a cylinder carried on your back, independent of whatever is in the atmosphere around you.
Hiring your compressed air breathing apparatus from Dräger gives you checked, ready-to-use kit for exactly as long as the job requires, whether that is a short industrial task or a full remediation project. Operating duration depends on the cylinder size and your breathing rate, so it is worth matching this to your requirements before you hire.
How Does Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus Work?
Compressed air breathing apparatus typically consists of a compressed-air cylinder, a carrying system, a pressure reducer, a lung demand valve and a face mask. The pressure reducer lowers the cylinder pressure to the level required by the lung demand valve, which supplies breathing air on demand as you breathe. Because this air supply is independent of the surrounding atmosphere, approved configurations can be used in contaminated or oxygen-deficient atmospheres, and even where the contaminant is unknown, conditions where filtering devices must not be used at all.
Choosing the Right Configuration
Lightweight configurations suit tasks where low weight and easy handling matter most, while an ergonomically designed carrying system improves wearing comfort during longer assignments. The right configuration depends on your application, the required operating duration, the cylinder selected and your breathing rate. Every set includes a warning device that alerts you once cylinder pressure or the remaining air supply reaches a defined warning level. Some configurations can also include an automatic switch-over valve, which lets you switch between an external air supply and the cylinder itself, though this is not a substitute for the low-pressure warning system. For potentially explosive areas, only equipment with the appropriate approval for that environment may be used.
Why Hire Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus from Dräger
- Reliable air supply: Built for demanding environments where a dependable, independent air supply is essential.
- Ready when you need it: Depending on your hire package, maintenance, calibration and repair services can be included or added.
- Flexible for every project: Hired for exactly the period your equipment is required, whether for a short industrial task or a longer assignment.
- No long-term investment: The right equipment is selected to match the hazard, atmosphere, operating duration and applicable approvals, so you only pay for what you need.
- Personal support: If you are unsure which configuration to choose or your requirements change at short notice, our team is on hand to help.
For a lighter alternative where the atmosphere allows it, take a look at our Powered Air-Purifying Respirators or browse the full Respiratory Protection range.
