Description
A cylinder storage cabinet is a ventilated, lockable steel enclosure for storing compressed or flammable gas cylinders, venting any leaking gas safely and shielding cylinders from fire and heat. MEK cylinder storage cabinets come in Deluxe and Regular models for 2, 3 or 4 cylinders and are available from MEK Uganda for hospitals, laboratories, factories and workshops.
Key Features
- Deluxe and Regular models
- Holds 2, 3 or 4 cylinders
- Complete cabinet finished in epoxy powder coating
- Ventilation to exhaust flammable gas to atmosphere
- Two safety doors with locking system
- Can be integrated with safety equipment and gas-supply provisions; custom designs on request
- Thermo-fuse automatically seals the ventilation system in a fire
Technical Specifications
- Models: Deluxe & Regular
- Capacity: 2, 3 or 4 cylinders
- Cylinder sizes: 10 Ltrs, 47 Ltrs and 50 Ltrs
- Coating: Complete cabinet powder coated with epoxy powder coating
- Doors: Two safety doors with locking system
- Fire resistance: 30 minutes (approved Type 30) in accordance with ISO 834 fire heating curve
- Testing: Tested and approved according to EN 14470-1 (04/2004) and EN 1363-1 (06/2000) by an independent European laboratory
- Labelling: ISO 3864, 92/58/CEE Directive and EN 14470-1 (04/2004)
- Construction: Double wall: steel sheet outer housing, H.P.L. (high pressure laminated) coated inner body, thermal insulation panel between walls
- Finish: Epoxy coating RAL 9010
- Exhaust connection: Ø 100 mm on roof; air inlet and outlet channel in rear panel
- Door closing: Self-closing; fuse link closes doors automatically at 50°C
Applications
- Hospitals storing medical gas cylinders
- Laboratories using flammable or toxic gases
- Factories and welding workshops
- Telecom and industrial sites with gas cylinders
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cylinders does the cabinet hold?
MEK cylinder storage cabinets are available for 2, 3 or 4 cylinders, designed for 10, 47 and 50 litre cylinders.
Is the cabinet ventilated?
Yes. It provides ventilation for flammable gas exhaust to atmosphere, with an air inlet and outlet channel and a Ø 100 mm roof connection.
Can I get a price for a cylinder storage cabinet?
Pricing depends on size, materials and quantity. Contact MEK Uganda for a quotation based on your project requirements.
To request a quotation or technical consultation, contact MEK Uganda at sales@mek.co.ug.







