Every dental facility requires specialized gas and vacuum systems. Unlike plumbing or electrical—which any commercial contractor can install—medical gas systems require specific expertise, materials, and certification testing. Mistakes can be dangerous and expensive to fix.
Dental Vacuum Systems
Required for: All dental offices
- Central vacuum (wet-ring or dry)
- Properly sized for operatory count
- Amalgam separator (EPA required)
- Trap and filter systems
- Noise isolation from clinical areas
Compressed Air Systems
Required for: All dental offices
- Oil-free dental compressors
- Air dryers and filters
- Proper tank sizing
- Distribution piping to operatories
- Pressure regulation
Nitrous Oxide (N2O)
Required for: Sedation dentistry
- N2O manifold and cylinder storage
- Copper piping to operatories
- Flowmeter integration
- Scavenging system (required)
- Ventilation requirements
Oxygen Systems (O2)
Required for: Oral surgery, sedation
- O2 manifold or concentrator
- Piping to surgical suites
- Emergency outlets
- Alarm systems
- NFPA 99 compliance
Why Medical Gas Installation Requires Specialists
- Using incorrect piping materials (copper type matters)
- Inadequate vacuum sizing causing weak suction
- Missing or improper scavenging for N2O
- Cross-connections between gas systems
- Failing NFPA 99 certification testing
These mistakes delay openings, require expensive rework, and can create safety hazards. UDGOK installs medical gas systems daily—we know exactly what inspectors require.
NFPA 99 (Healthcare Facilities Code) requires independent testing of all medical gas systems before use. This isn't optional—your facility cannot legally operate without it.
We design the system layout, specify proper materials (Type K or L copper, specific fittings), and size equipment for your operatory count.
Piping installed during construction phase, properly labeled and supported per code requirements.
Initial pressure test of all piping before walls are closed. We document all tests for the certification file.
Equipment connection, final testing including standing pressure test, cross-connection test, and gas purity verification.
We coordinate independent certification testing. Inspector verifies all systems, issues certification required for occupancy.
UDGOK Certification Record
100% first-time pass rate on NFPA 99 medical gas certification testing. We understand exactly what inspectors look for because we complete these inspections regularly. No surprises, no re-work, no delays.
Dental Vacuum System Selection
Wet-Ring Vacuum
- Pros: Quieter operation, reliable
- Cons: Requires water, needs drain
- Best for: Practices prioritizing quiet
- Maintenance: Regular water treatment
- Cost: Lower upfront, higher utility
Dry Vacuum
- Pros: No water required, lower operating cost
- Cons: Louder, requires sound isolation
- Best for: Practices without easy water access
- Maintenance: Filter changes, less frequent
- Cost: Higher upfront, lower operating
We help you select the right system based on your specific situation—operatory count, building constraints, noise sensitivity, and long-term operating costs.
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Get it done right the first time. We design, install, and certify complete medical gas systems for dental offices and oral surgery centers.
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