Sensitron previews new gas detection control panel
MILAN, Italy, 13 March 2026: Sensitron said it has previewed a new gas detection control panel designed for systems with up to eight gas detectors, adding that the product is expected to be commercially available within 2026. Making the announcement through a Press Release, Sensitron said the new control panel builds on its existing portfolio of fixed gas detection systems, detectors and control panels across applications.
Sensitron said the new control panel evolves from its PL4+ system. The company said the development introduces a user-oriented design approach, featuring a redesigned interface that is more modern, readable and intuitive, aimed at simplifying operation and improving on-site user experience.
Sensitron said the new design is the result of its first collaboration with AMDL CIRCLE, a multidisciplinary studio founded by Michele De Lucchi. The company said the collaboration focused on integrating technical functionality with design innovation, resulting in a more compact and visually distinct control platform adaptable across international markets.
Sensitron said the development process involved close interaction between technical specialists and the design team, leading to a reconfiguration of internal components and the creation of a new architectural form. Nicholas Bewick and Andrea Borgogni, Architecture Art Director and Senior Product Designer, AMDL CIRCLE, said: “The design is the result of a complete reconfiguration of the internal components — battery, printed circuit boards, mounting systems, etc. – arranged according to a new hierarchical order. The re-organization of the elements has allowed the creation of an unusual pyramidal architectural form, with a redesigned main display and control panel to simplify the physical and visual interface with the entire gas safety network.”
Sensitron said the system has been developed based on feedback from users, focusing on how the control panel is read, understood and operated in real-world conditions.
“We chose design as a strategy to complement our technical expertise, adding an element of differentiation in a highly competitive market,” said Marco Passadori, Managing Director, Sensitron. “Technology, compliance with standards, and experience are the foundations of our product development. The decision to introduce design stems from listening to those who use the product. From our ongoing dialogue with customers came the desire to create a control panel truly designed for its users,” Passadori added.
Sensitron said the control panel features a redesigned interface with new graphical elements, including pop-ups, directional arrows, switches, menus and contextual buttons, aimed at enabling faster understanding without prior familiarity. The company added that a multi-level digital login system replaces the physical key, providing enhanced operational control, traceability and system security.
Sensitron said the system allows configuration directly via the display or through a PC, enabling users to save and replicate settings across installations. The company added that event logs can be downloaded for diagnostic analysis, supporting system traceability and proactive monitoring.
Sensitron said the control panel complies with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and key performance and functional safety standards, including EN IEC 60079-29-1 and EN 61508 / EN 50402 (SIL1). The company added that all its products are tested and CE-approved and, where applicable, carry international certifications attesting to protection, performance and reliability.
Sensitron said the new control panel forms part of a broader strategic product and business development plan, aimed at redefining the role of control interfaces in gas detection systems.