Responsible shipping of calibration gases is of primary importance to Field Environmental Instruments and its customers. Information about proper container shipping and disposal is provided below. See the Calibration Gases, Solutions and Accessories page for updated MSDS sheets.

DOT 39 Cylinders: Proper Disposal of Empty Containers
(do not return cylinders to FEI; always check with your local authorities to see if they have additional requirements)

OPTION #1:

  1. Using a regulator, vent the contents of the cylinder outside (make sure it is empty)
  2. Box up empty cylinders
  3. Send them bak to the manufacturer

OPTION #2:

  1. Using a regulator, vent the condents of the cylinder outside (make sure it is empty)
  2. Drill one or two holes in the side of the cylinder
  3. Take them to a recycle center for disposal or discard in an approved trash receptacle