Product Showcase

MMR-116 Mini Meteorological Radar

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Features:

• large amount of functionality integrated into small device
• real time insight to weather situation
• fully automatic operation without servicing staff
• low weight and small dimensions
• user-friendly graphic interface according to customer's requirements

Mini Meteorological Radar MMR-116 is a unique portable X-band weather radar with large functionality integrated into the small device sold for favorable price. The radar provides real time insight to weather situation and is capable to detect precipitation 10 dBZ at distance 200 km.

MMR-116 answers the increasing demand for water management tools and hazardous meteorological phenomena detection. Watershed management, global warming adaptation strategies, flood protection, operational weather forecast, military and civil defense actions or aviation safety are supported by this radar. The combination of its size and low price implies wide use in the water management, tourism, media, transport, military, civil defense, aviation and agriculture.

MMR-116 is exceptionally powerful radar approaching the performance of the big radars. Its capabilities allow the design of efficient small radar networks which have important advantages compared to the single radar with long range. MMR-116 comes with the Radar Software displaying meteorological spatial data in user-friendly graphic form.

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Air Pollution Monitoring

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3D scanning LIDARs are now being used by open-pit mines and other heavy industries to track and better understand airborne pollution problems. Since 2011 Raymetrics has been providing remote dust tracking services to industry.

For each service, Raymetrics provides a LIDAR, GPS, weather station and an in-situ particle counter. The service takes approximately one week (and should be repeated at several intervals to account for weather changes and seasonal variation). Service deliverables include a customized report on airborne pollution plus all raw data.

Uses:

• Identify and categorize pollution plumes and sources
• Provide data on level of airborne pollution (for air quality)
• Early warning system for incoming dust (e.g. for local towns)
• Assess long-range transport potential of pollution
• Allow for targeted spraying to damp airborne dust
• Track dust from individual events (e.g. blasts in mines)
• Provide peace of mind to local populations and government

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Hydrological Modelling & Forecasting

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Features:

• land planning and development
• country management
• research and studies

Hydrological modeling is an effective tool for simulation of hydrological processes with the fruitful outputs in many fields. Our system is modular-based and enables the user to use one, or multiple platforms to perform the required outputs. MicroStep-MIS fulfils the above mentioned goals by implementing various modeling tools.

• Complex rainfall – runoff models
• Models of parts of runoff generation process including specific snow-accumulation – snow melt / runoff models
• Hydrodynamic (1 - 2D) models
• Flash – flood modeling tools

Simulations are provided in the form of studies, or in the form of the forecasting and warning system working in the real-time and providing hydrological forecasts to responsible institutions, decision makers and public. Forecasting and warning system uses the real-time measured and forecasted values of precipitation and temperature. Analyses of snow cover and snow-melt processes are included in our systems too.

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RWS-20 Road Weather Sensor

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The RWS-20 Road Weather Sensor is designed for use in road applications where accurate and reliable visibility measurements are required. The forward scatter measurement principle and unique design ensure the output is both accurate and reliable in all weather conditions and will not be influenced by local light sources, even flashing signs.

The 10m to 7.5km measurement range is optimal for use in road applications. Heating of the optical windows prevents misting and the optional sensor hood heating can be provided, allowing use in the harshest of conditions. Both optical windows are monitored for contamination and the visibility output is automatically compensated to reduce maintenance requirements.

In addition to the serial data interface, the sensor provides analogue voltage output and optional current outputs of visibility (MOR) or extinction coefficient (EXCO). Optional relays provide threshold and self-test switching capability.

• 10m to 7500m measurement range
• Compact forward scatter design
• Optional hood heating for use in extreme winter environments
• Window heating and contamination monitoring
• Optional 4-20 mA and relay outputs
• Analogue voltage output (0-10V)
• Comprehensive self-test capabilities
• Serial data output (RS232, RS422 or RS485)
• 2 Years warranty

SWS-050 Visibility Sensor

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The SWS-050 Visibility Sensor is optimised for use in applications where accurate and reliable visibility measurements are required. The forward scatter measurement principle and unique design ensure the output is both accurate and reliable in all weather conditions.

With a measurement range of 10m to 40km the sensor is suitable for use in road and aviation applications as well as meteorological observation networks. The measurement accuracy easily exceeds that specified by the International Civil Aviation Organisation for visibility sensors used in METAR and RVR applications.

• 10m to 40km measurement range
• Compact forward scatter design
• Hood heating for use in extreme environments
• Window heating and contamination monitoring
• Easy integration of Biral ALS-2 Ambient Light Sensor
• Comprehensive self-test capabilities
• Serial data output (RS232, RS422 or RS485)

IMS4 CALIBLAB calibration software

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Features:

• intuitive user guidance
• supports variety of existing sensors and calibration devices from other brands
• complies with any customer's requirements
• unified and modular software architecture for all calibrations
• fully automatic instruments values reading and data processing
• automatic calibration, uncertainty calculation, certificate generation

IMS4 Caliblab is a complex, intuitive, easy to use, and flexible calibration laboratory software, which can be easily installed in any meteorological, aviation, meteorological, or industry institute.

The software brings the possibility to calibrate relative humidity, barometric pressure, temperature, wind sensors, and much more, using a unified and modular software, supporting multiple calibration chambers and devices, enabling calibration of almost any sensor on the market automatically, quickly, and reliably.

To achieve the most accurate and professional measurement, it is necessary to employ a regular calibration and adjustment of the meteorological sensors. MicroStep-MIS offers a comprehensive solution for calibration laboratory hydro-meteorological services.

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HUMIWELL Relative Humidity Calibrator

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Features:   

• wide range, fast response
• excellent stability and homogeneity
• compatible with third party sensors
• compact and portable
• room conditions monitoring
• no external devices required

Humiwell is a Relative Humidity Calibrator developed and manufactured by MicroStep-MIS. Whether you use it as a benchtop device or take it to the field, Humiwell is always ready to deliver the highest accuracy.

Humiwell is designed to attack parameters of the best calibrators in the class. It has the widest temperature range and achieves the temperature setpoint faster than any of its competitors. Still, the price is kept low to keep it competitive with the low-end devices. Whether you need the highest performance, or your budget is limited, Humiwell is always the best choice.

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Vertical LIDAR - Volcanic Ash Detection

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The 2010 Icelandic eruption caused massive disruption to air traffic. Many other volcanic events are continuously causing severe disturbance to world air traffic such as cancellation of flights and closing of airspaces and airports, in Latin America, Asia, North America, Australia among others.

"The new LIDAR network will significantly improve our overall ability to monitor and forecast the distribution of volcanic ash over the UK. Our forecasts are used by partners at the National Air Traffic Service to make decisions on flight safety across UK airspace, based on the safety thresholds set by the Civil Aviation Authority and the International Civil Aviation Organisation."

From WMO Aerosol Bulletin.

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METRANET II

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Radar Data Processor SW Suite

The METRANET2 software package is a comprehensive and powerful Radar Data Processor (RDP) suite designed to equip new weather radar systems, or to retrofit existing ones. 

The open METRANET2 architecture offers the most demanding users fully programmable operations with easy integration of “User created Products”. 

The standard output formats guarantee full compatibility with other vendors’ systems and scientific communities.

METRANET 2 Key Features

• Data Processing complete configurability (pre-processing, product generation and post-processing), even using User created scripts and products
• Can be interfaced, by means of the ELDES radar single and control processor “PERSER-PC” to any existing weather Radar for retrofit purposes
• Real time system status monitoring for maintenance purposes and data quality assessment
• Support of single and multi-radar/multi-brand networks
• Wide variety of reflectivity, precipitation, wind velocity, hydrometeor classification, nowcasting and converting products
• Every user can customize the product display layout
• Possibility to create custom layers (overlay and underlay) in KLM/images formats
• Linux OS
• WEB based architecture allows the Radar management and monitoring from any standard PC equipped with a standard browser
• Data export in the most common graphic formats like JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, as well as in the more widely used standard encoding like Opera BUFR, HDF5, MDV, NEXRAD Level II
• Data import from foreign radar and composite with local ones
• Automatic data recovery in case of momentary loss of connection with the radar
• Off-line product generation and volume preview from archived data
• Polar volumes export for 3D viewer

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BTD-350 Thunderstorm Detector

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The BTD-350 Thunderstorm Detector is a standalone sensor that reliably detects the presence of all forms of lightning to a range of 83km. The unique quasi electrostatic operating principle gives the detector a very low false alarm rate and the ability to warn of the risk of overhead lightning.

The ability to reliably detect and range cloud-to-cloud lightning, which is typically much more common than cloud-to-ground strikes, makes the BTD-350 much more sensitive to the presence of storms compared to devices that rely on radio detection. The electrostatic operating principle allows the sensor to warn of the risk of overhead lightning before the first discharge occurs.

Virtually maintenance free in operation, the BTD-350 can either interface directly to an integrated system or be operated using the supplied PC compatible display and logging software. The optional warning relay module allows the sensor to automatically sound alarms whenever a storm approaches.

• Warns of overhead lightning risk even before the first lightning discharge
• Highly immune to radio interference which is the major cause of false alarms in traditional standalone detectors
• 83 km (45 NM) detection range exceeds the US FAA requirements
• Detects cloud-to-ground and as well as weaker but more common cloud-to-cloud lightning
• Detects charged precipitation
• Meets FAA performance requirements for aerodrome use
• Provides information for enhanced CAP437 reporting of thunderstorms
• Developed for marine applications both on and offshore
• Certified for marine operation for salt spray, vibration and EMC
• Meets EN50536:2011+A1:2012 requirments for a Class 1 detector
• Meets IEC 62793 performance requirements for a Class A detector

Flood Forecasting models

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UKCEH flood models improve warning times of national flood forecasting systems and support flood management and incident response. Our state-of-the-art models have been extensively validated against historical flood records across the UK and overseas. We provide tools and solutions that support:

• Real-time and seasonal river flow forecasting
• Probabilistic flood forecasting
• Risk analysis and impact-based flood forecasting
• Surface water flooding hazard assessment
• Catchment to national scale coverage to forecast “everywhere”
• Performance assessment of rainfall and flood forecasts

3D CLOUD BASE

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Cloud base height is currently measured using ceilometers, which are in reality low spec LIDAR systems. LIDAR is therefore already the standard method of determining cloud base height. 

Each runway often has more than one ceilometer.

A single 3D scanning LIDAR can measure total ceiling - cloud base in multiple locations, and offer forecasters information about near-future cloud base.

3D Scanning LIDARs can provide:

• Incoming cloud base for near-future forecasting
• Total cloud cover
• 3D cloud base (in case cloud is not directly above ceilometer)
• Excellent range (up to 15km with good SNR)
• Particle distinction (dust, volcanic ash, ice/water clouds, smoke, etc)
• Remote visibility / fog detection

Raymetrics' software now performs auto-picking of cloud base (and other atmospheric layers, such as the PBL or aerosol layers). Automatic particle distinction is also available (may require system upgrade).

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IMS4 CLDB and ENVIDB database

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Features: 

• scalable solution
• metadata management
• high availability option
• export to standard formats
• manual or automatic data sources
• mathematical / statistical packages
• highly configurable quality control
• advanced graphical presentation tool and map analysis

Climatological database is a critical component of any modern meteorological institute of today. The main utilization of such system is storage of all collected meteorological data in one unified structure to avoid data inconsistencies and discrepancies and to enable standard comfortable data access for all users and other software systems.

Within the Climatological Database (CLDB), the above mentioned unified structure is based on SQL Database Server and the standard data access is based on SQL language. The guarantee of data storage quality is the industry proven Oracle® Database Server, the world leader in database technologies. Great alternative for smaller systems is based on an open source solution offered by PosgreSQL. CLDB is based on WMO1 recommended practices for climatological data processing (WMO Guide No. 100). It follows the WMO suggestion of a RDBMS (Relational Database Management System) application with wide use   in climatology (World Climate Program efforts concerning new Climate Data Management Systems - CDMSs).

Great advantage of CLDB is its modular architecture, which gives the end user the possibility of detailed customization. The end user can specify additional non-standard input and output modules. Modules can be easily implemented and added to any existing or future installation. One of the most interesting extensions offered is upgrade to environmental database (integration of AWS, radar, satellite, profiler, historical observations, marine data, radiation and air pollution monitoring and more). To provide high availability of the database we use Oracle Real Application Cluster - the database solution provides fault tolerance and high performance for mission-critical applications.

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7150 Barometric Pressure Sensor

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AWI's 7150 Digital Barometer Series, was designed to provide accurate pressure measurements  over a wide range of environmental temperatures and pressures.  The fully compensated digital barometer is ideal for use in demanding automated weather station applications and is fully certified by the FAA.

The barometers use pressure transducers with silicon peizoresistive absolute pressure sensors.  The pressure sensors have excellent hysteresis and repeatability characteristics, low temperature dependence, and very good long term stability.  The pressure transducers used in the 7150 series are unparalleled in terms of durability and ruggedness.

Three models are available in the 7150 series, and they vary by the number of transducers that are present.  Additional pressure transducers allow for operational redundancy, and can be used to flag the digital barometer for maintenance or replacement.  All of the barometers in the 7150 series are available with either RS-232 or RS-485 communication.

E900 Series Dual Polarization Weather Radar

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WE DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE THE WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED WEATHER RADAR SYSTEMS

The E900 Series is the newest addition to the EWR line of the world’s most advanced solid state weather radar systems. The E900 Series is available in a wide range of configurations to suit any geographic area or climate.

Available in either X or C-Band, with antenna sizes ranging from 2.4 to 4.3 meters and transmit power up to 4.8 kilowatts, the E900 can be built to meet any requirement.

FIELD PROVEN SOLID STATE TRANSMITTER TECHNOLOGY

EWR pioneered the use of solid-state transmitters in weather radar systems with the introduction of the E700XD system in 2006. Today, EWR solid state transmitters are field proven with over 100 radar systems installed around the world. This is a statement and experience that no other manufacturer can match! 

KEY ADVANTAGES

• AVAILABLE IN X AND C-BAND OPTIONS
• Simultaneous Dual Polarization standard
• Multiple high resolution Beam Width options
• Next generation EWR solid state transmitters with up to 4.8 kilowatts of power
• Wideband, user adjustable transmit frequency
• Proprietary multi-amplifier design
• Vaisala/Sigmet RVP901 processor
• Hybrid Pulse Technology eliminates the radar blind range associated with other solid state radars
• Proprietary design eliminates inefficient rotary joints for optimal performance
• Low power consumption and operating costs
• The most complete suite of meteorological products available including all Vaisala/Sigmet IRIS and EWR/NEXRAD Level III
• Perfect for creating a cost effective network or as a “gap filler” in existing networks
• Virtually maintenance free, long life design utilizing factory sealed gearboxes and bearings
• 24/7 365 Day Help Desk Support

SLS40-A Laser Surface Layer Scintillometer

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The Scintec SLS40-A Scintillometer measures turbulence, heat flux and momentum flux by purely optical means. In combination with other meteorological sensors the system can determine latent heat flux or evaporation.

The SLS40-A has both built-in automatic beam steering and vibration correction. It is designed for operation on towers or other platforms which are prone to vibration or longterm-drift. Vibration effects are compensated by using the signal of four instead of two optical detectors.

Each SLS Series Scintillometer consists of a laser transmitter pointing at a receiver. Temperature fluctuations in the air cause variations of the light intensity captured at the receiver. The scintillometer evaluates such variations to yield turbulence information.

The line averaging over the optical path results in spatially representative data and outstanding temporal resolution – a critical edge over data collected from conventional point sensors. The scintillometer provides high sensitivity and accuracy – without mechanical flow distortion or any moving part.

The proprietary displaced-beam technique of the SLS Series Scintillometers opens up access to mechanical turbulence quantities (momentum flux, kinetic-energy dissipation rate) without need to feed in any external wind data.

The proprietary displaced-beam technique of the SLS Series Scintillometers opens up access to mechanical turbulence quantities (momentum flux, kinetic-energy dissipation rate) without need to feed in any external wind data.

Key Features:

• heat flux, momentum flux by purely optical means
• suitable for stable and unstable conditions
• measures Cn2, CT2, l0
• crosswind option available
• spatially averaging technique
• high temporal resolution
• low statistical noise
• no flow distortion
• easy installation and operation
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• beam-displacement calibration
• window heating

Key Applications:

• turbulence studies
• air quality and atmospheric dispersion
• spatially-averaged wind measurements
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• surface energy balance
• evapotranspiration monitoring
• agrometeorology, forestry
• satellite data ground truth

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FlexIDS ATIS

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AWI’s FlexIDS ATIS provides the most feature rich, cost effective ATIS solution available today. The fully FAA/ICAO compliant system generates a broadcast containing essential information for pilots approaching and departing an airfield. Having information such as approach, active runway, and weather data available on a continuous broadcast reduces controller workload while minimizing frequency congestion. With FlexIDS ATIS, these broadcasts can be created and maintained in a fraction of the time required by other systems.

Unlike some ATIS products, the FlexIDS ATIS solution can operate as a stand-alone product, or as a fully integrated component of FlexIDS, the premier air traffic management system. This seamless integration reduces cost by eliminating the requirement for a stand-alone ATIS system and allows controllers to work more efficiently without the need to toggle between applications.

AWI’s unique design offers unsurpassed flexibility and customization that puts powerful air traffic management tools at the fingertips of controllers.

XFAS Acoustic Wind Profiler

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The Scintec XFAS is a high-performance, long-range acoustic profiler for the measurement of wind and turbulence within the atmospheric boundary layer.

The operation is based on the reflection of acoustic pulses at temperature inhomogeneities in the air with subsequent doppler analysis.

The instrument can replace towers, tethered balloons or radiosondes at a fraction of the operational costs. The system can be easily transported and installed. Low power consumption facilitates operation in remote areas.

With its proprietary Flat Array Antenna and patented technology, the Scintec XFAS has significant advantages in accuracy, data availability, energy efficiency, lifetime and serviceability – even over systems which are much larger and require more power.

The versatile but easy-to-use operation software APRun satisfies the most demanding needs. Its configurability, graphical display and output options, quality control features, statistical analysis tools, remote access support and self-test functions define today’s standard in wind profiler operation software.

Key Features:

• maximum range up to boundary layer height (nominal > 2000 m)
• vertical resolution down to 20 m
• powerful low-frequency antenna
• can be transported and installed without special equipment
• easy-to-use
• multi-frequency technology (sequential and polyphonic)
• simultaneous multi-beam technology
• low noise-emission with active tapering
• fully-automated self-test
• various remote access options
• RASS extension available (RAE2)

Key Applications:

• airport wind profiling
• air quality
• nuclear power plant safety
• atmospheric dispersion
• micrometeorology
• optical propagation studies
• defence weather
• severe weather
• fog forecasting

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AWS100 AQS Air Quality Monitoring Station

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AQS Micro Air Quality Monitoring Station is designed to include weather and air quality, suitable for environment monitoring grid. Air quality including PM2.5, PM10, noise, gas parameters such as CO, NO, NO2, SO2, O3, H2S and volatile gas TVOC. Meteorological parameters such as wind speed, temperature, humidity and rainfall.

The equipment is built with module for flexible configuration, which is small in size and low cost, suitable for grid distribution requirements such as urban smart street lamp, urban environmental monitoring stations, campuses and research institutions.

Features:

• Monitors weather and air quality at the same time
• Aluminum alloy with teflon coating
• Compact design
• No moving parts
• Easy to install and dismount
• Compatible to multiple outputs
• Low power consumption
• Maintenance-free

SLS20 Scintillometer

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The Scintec SLS20 Scintillometer measures turbulence, heat flux and momentum flux by purely optical means. In combination with other meteorological sensors the system can determine latent heat flux or evaporation. 

Each SLS Series Scintillometer consists of a laser transmitter pointing at a receiver. Temperature fluctuations in the air cause variations of the light intensity captured at the receiver. The scintillometer evaluates such variations to yield turbulence information. 

The line averaging over the optical path results in spatially representative data and outstanding temporal resolution – a critical edge over data collected from conventional point sensors. The scintillometer provides high sensitivity and accuracy – without mechanical flow distortion or any moving part.

The proprietary displaced-beam technique of the SLS Series Scintillometers opens up access to mechanical turbulence quantities (momentum flux, kinetic-energy dissipation rate) without need to feed in any external wind data.

Key Features: 

• heat flux, momentum flux by purely optical means
• suitable for stable and unstable conditions
• measures Cn2, CT2, l0
• crosswind option available
• spatially averaging technique
• high temporal resolution
• low statistical noise
• no flow distortion
• easy installation and operation
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• beam-displacement calibration
• window heating

Key Applications:

• turbulence studies
• air quality and atmospheric dispersion
• spatially-averaged wind measurements
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• surface energy balance
• evapotranspiration monitoring
• agrometeorology, forestry
• satellite data ground truth

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SLS40 Laser Surface Layer Scintillometer

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The Scintec SLS40 Scintillometer measures turbulence, heat flux and momentum flux by purely optical means. In combination with other meteorological sensors the system can determine latent heat flux or evaporation.

The SLS40 is specifically designed for operation on towers or other platforms prone to vibration. Vibration effects are compensated by using the signal of four instead of two optical detectors.

Each SLS Series Scintillometer consists of a laser transmitter pointing at a receiver. Temperature fluctuations in the air cause variations of the light intensity captured at the receiver. The scintillometer evaluates such variations to yield turbulence information.

The line averaging over the optical path results in spatially representative data and outstanding temporal resolution – a critical edge over data collected from conventional point sensors. The scintillometer provides high sensitivity and accuracy – without mechanical flow distortion or any moving part.

The proprietary displaced-beam technique of the SLS Series Scintillometers opens up access to mechanical turbulence quantities (momentum flux, kinetic-energy dissipation rate) without need to feed in any external wind data.

Key Features:

• heat flux, momentum flux by purely optical means
• suitable for stable and unstable conditions
• measures Cn2, CT2, l0
• crosswind option available
• spatially averaging technique
• high temporal resolution
• low statistical noise
• no flow distortion
• easy installation and operation
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• beam-displacement calibration
• window heating

Key Applications:

• turbulence studies
• air quality and atmospheric dispersion
• spatially-averaged wind measurements
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• surface energy balance
• evapotranspiration monitoring
• agrometeorology, forestry
• satellite data ground truth

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E-RDS Radar Data System

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The ELDES Radar Data System (E-RDS) can be used to retrofit an existing weather radar system or, coupled with a modern transmitter and antenna control unit, to build a new state-of-the-art weather radar.

E-DRS includes a complete Microwave and Digital Receiver (IRX/DRX) and Radar Signal Processor (RSP), a computerized Radar Control Processor (RCP) to control the whole radar system (antenna control unit and transmitter), the radar console (MetraConsole) on which the local mode radar control program runs, and a remote-control system to allow unmanned operation of the radar site and the remote control and monitoring of the radar and related subsystems (i.e. emergency generator, air conditioning, anti-intrusion, etc.).

An optional Radar Data Processor system (Metranet II) is available for product generation and display.

E-RDS integrates the following state-of-the-art components:

• Microwave Receiver (IRX)
• Digital Receiver (DRX)
• Radar Signal Processor (E-RSP) to create the polar moments
• Radar Control Processor (E-RCP) to control the whole radar system (ACU and TX)
• Radar Console (MetraConsole) to local command and control the radar
• Radar Data Processor (Metranet II) for product generation and display, and data compositing with existing radar

Radar configurations managed:

• Polarization type: Single and Dual Pol (switched and STAR)
• Receiver installation: ROEL and under rotary joint
• TX: klystron, magnetron and SSPA
• Installation type: single boards or rack mounted version
• Frequency: S/C/X-Band

First Class Wind Speed Transmitter

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High sensitivity mechanical cup anemometer designed for the measurement of the horizontal component of the wind speed for site evaluation and the measurement of capacity characteristics of wind power systems as well as meteorological applications and environmental measurements.

Ideal for site assessment and power performance of Wind Turbine Generators

The Advanced First Class sensor is Class A, B and S accredited acc. IEC 61400-12-1 for site assessment and power performance of Wind Turbine Generators.

The sensor characteristics are optimised for dynamic behaviour, even in high turbulence intensities with minimal over-speeding and a low starting value. The sensor is available in a number of variants including digital and analogue outputs. Heated versions are available for use in regions prone to freezing.

BLS450 Large Aperture Boundary Layer Scintillometer

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The Scintec BLS450 Large Aperture Scintillometer measures atmospheric turbulence and heat flux over path lengths between 100 m (with Path Reduction Aperture, otherwise 500 m) and 6000 m. As part of a meteorological station it can also be used to determine the evapotranspiration over extended areas.

A scintillometer senses turbulence between an optical transmitter and a receiver. The operation principle is based on the modulation of light by atmospheric refractive index fluctuations in the air. The phenomenon is called scintillation and is the reason why stars twinkle at night.

Compared to conventional turbulence measurements with point sensors, scintillometers gather spatially representative results with lower statistical scatter and shorter averaging times. As a double-ended remote sensing system, scintillometers also allow access to terrains like forest or water without need to install in-situ sensors.

Unlike other large aperture scintillometers, the Scintec BLS Series uses LED arrays which produce wide emission angles. The wide emission angle virtually eliminates the need for transmitter alignment and provides more accurate measurement results. In addition, it facilitates the use on towers which are often prone to vibration.

Key Features:

• measures turbulence over large spatial scales
• maximum path length 6000 m
• LED array eases transmitter alignment
• LED array allows transmitter to be mounted on vibrating towers
• built-in Receiver Alignment Monitor
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• infrared window heating available

Key Applications:

• surface energy balance
• satellite data ground truth
• plant evapotranspiration
• agrometeorology, forestry
• hydrology, water management
• turbulence studies
• atmospheric dispersion
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather

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LAP®8000 Radar Wind Profiler

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The LAP®8000 radar wind profiler reliably provides continuous and real-time vertical profiles of horizontal wind speed, wind direction, vertical wind speed and turbulence in the troposphere. Depending on the atmospheric conditions, the measurement height reaches 8 km or higher above ground level.

The operation is based on the scattering of electromagnetic pulses at inhomogeneities in the air with subsequent Doppler analysis of the backscattered signal. The wind vector is derived using the beam swinging method.

The LAP®8000 radar wind profiler provides upper-air data with high resolution in time and height. It can substitute extensive radiosonde launching schemes. The LAP®8000 is designed for durability and low maintenance requirements. It works automatically and is virtually maintenance free. It is economic to operate and suited for operation at unmanned, remote sites. The proven coaxial collinear antennas feature unmatched efficiency and withstand harsh environments. The new Digital IF Processor SIRP offers characteristics never found in wind profiler signal processing before. This results in higher data quality, better height coverage and more flexibility to tailor the system output to the user’s specific needs.

Key Features:

• maximum range up to 8 km and more
• durable and highly efficient antenna
• binary pulse coding
• Advanced Coherent Noise Suppression ACNS
• free positioning of range gates
• unlimited multiple-mode capability
• built-in system monitoring
• RASS extension available for temperature sounding

Key Applications:

• weather analysis and forecasting
• severe weather observations and predictions
• aviation and rocket operations
• aerostat and unmanned aerial vehicles support
• atmospheric research
• air quality monitoring and emergency response
• global climate change studies

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BLS2000 Large Aperture Boundary Layer Scintillometer

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Dual-Disk Design

The Scintec BLS2000 Large Aperture Scintillometer measures atmospheric turbulence, heat flux and crosswind over path lengths between 500 m and 12 km. As part of a meteorological station it can also be used to determine the evapotranspiration over extended areas.

A scintillometer senses turbulence between an optical transmitter and a receiver. The operation principle is based on the modulation of light by atmospheric refractive index fluctuations in the air. The phenomenon is called scintillation and is the reason why stars twinkle at night.

Compared to conventional turbulence measurements with point sensors, scintillometers gather spatially representative results with lower statistical scatter and shorter averaging times.

The Dual-Disk Design of the BLS2000 provides for instantaneous corrections of absorption fluctuations, saturation of scintillation and outer scale effects. This results in significantly higher data quality and increased measurement ranges. All BLS Series scintillometers use LED arrays. Wide emission angles virtually eliminate the need for transmitter alignment and maintain high data accuracy even when used on towers which are prone to vibration.

Key Features:

• measures turbulence over large spatial scales
• Dual-Disk Design for unrivalled accuracy
• crosswind measurement capability
• maximum path length 6000 m
• LED array eases transmitter alignment
• LED array allows transmitter to be mounted on vibrating towers
• built-in Receiver Alignment Monitor
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• infrared window heating available

Key Applications:

• surface energy balance
• satellite data ground truth
• plant evapotranspiration
• agrometeorology, forestry
• hydrology, water management
• turbulence studies
• atmospheric dispersion
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• runway crosswind

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AMS 111 IV Automatic Weather Station

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• Modular and scalable platform for additional sensors and future upgrades
• Statistics, alerts and notifications based on user-defined parameters
• Multimode data communication
• Customizable web interface

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E700 PDR Series Doppler radar

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The Tactical Weather Radar of Choice for the U.S. Military

EWR Radar Systems has been the industry leader in portable X Band weather radar solutions since 1982. Today, EWR’s Portable Weather Radar Systems are in the hands of a broad spectrum of end users including governments, oil companies, emergency management agencies, weather services and airports around the world.

EWR understands what it takes to build a radar system that is compact, rugged and can handle the rigors of mobile and rapid deployment in some of the most hostile conditions. This has led the United States Department of Defense to make EWR its primary supplier of ground based weather radar systems. The E700 PDR Weather Radar System is in use today by the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, the United States Marine Corps for their Meteorological Mobile Facility (METMF) Next Generation (NEXGEN) systems and by the U.S. Air Force for its next generation PDR (Portable Doppler Radar) program.

Field Proven EWR Solid State Transmitter with Pulse Compression and Hybrid Pulse Technology.

EWR pioneered the use of solid state transmitters in weather radar systems.

Where other Doppler radars utilize tube transmitters (klystrons, magnetrons, TWTs, etc.) that require frequent maintenance, high voltage and are prone to failure in difficult environments such as those found in mobile applications, the E700 PDR uses a long life solid-state transmitter which is virtually maintenance free and consumes far less power.

EWR solid state transmitters are field proven with over 80 solid state weather radar systems installed around the world today, a statement that no other manufacturer can make!

E700 Series

THE TACTICAL WEATHER RADAR OF CHOICE FOR THE US MILITARY

EWR Radar Systems has been the industry leader in portable X Band weather radar solutions since 1982. Today, EWR’s Portable Weather Radar Systems are in the hands of a broad spectrum of end users including governments, oil companies, emergency management agencies, weather services and airports around the world.

EWR understands what it takes to build a radar system that is compact, rugged and can handle the rigors of mobile and rapid deployment in some of the most hostile conditions. This has led the United States Department of Defense to make EWR its primary supplier of ground-based weather radar systems.

FIELD PROVEN EWR SOLID STATE TRANSMITTER WITH PULSE COMPRESSION AND HYBRID PULSE TECHNOLOGY

EWR pioneered the use of solid-state transmitters in weather radar systems.

Where other Doppler radars utilize tube transmitters (klystrons, magnetrons, TWTs, etc.) that require frequent maintenance, high voltage and are prone to failure in difficult environments such as those found in mobile applications, the E700 PDR uses a long-life solid-state transmitter which is virtually maintenance free and consumes far less power.

EWR solid state transmitters are field proven with over 100 solid state weather radar systems installed around the world today, a statement that no other manufacturer can make!

KEY ADVANTAGES

• The Radar of Choice for the U.S. Military
• Compact, Lightweight, Rugged Design
• Easily mounted on a retractable mast, tower, rooftop or vehicle with lower infrastructure costs.
• Can be field installed in 1 hour or less
• Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) product
• Cost Effective - lower unit and infrastructure costs
• Field Proven EWR 250W solid state transmitter design with pulse compression and Hybrid Pulse technology standard
• Vaisala/Sigmet RVP901 processor
• Hybrid Pulse technology eliminates the radar blind range associated with other long pulse width radars
• Easy to use WeatherScout® radar control software on the familiar Windows platform
• The most complete suite of meteorological products available including all Vaisala/Sigmet IRIS and EWR/ NEXRAD Level III
• Perfect for creating a dense network design in difficult terrain and metropolitan areas
• Ideal for “Gap Filling” in existing networks
• Complete remote & network operability included
• EWR 24/7 365 Day Help Desk Support

Customer Support

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Baron is a weather partner committed to our customers’ success. Our support staff of degreed meteorologists is available around the clock via phone or email to help customers find solutions to any issues they may encounter.

SFAS Acoustic Profiler

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Cloud Ceilometer CBME80B

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The Eliasson cloud ceilometer CBME80B is a compact and lightweight standalone instrument for measuring cloud base height and vertical visibility.

The design is based on the LIDAR principle. The light emitting component is a low power diode laser with the output power limited to an eye-safe level.

It is designed for both fixed and mobile installations and detects up to three cloud layers simultaneously.

Features include:

• Reliable operation
• Easy installation and maintenance
• Very long laser life (10 years)
• 7600 m / 25000 feet measuring range
• Low weight and low power consumption

The CBME80B ceilometer is ideal for use in aviation and meteorological applications and is suitable for installations on land, ships and for offshore use.

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Flood Forecasting Models

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Baron’s Hydrological models provide fully integrated operational solutions for flood-event forecasting and alerting. The Baron suite of hydrology tools will enable your organization to:

• Integrate new and existing radars, automated weather sensors, NWP and Hydrological models into one system
• Produce forecast inundation and discharge hydrographs enabling state-of-science awareness from nowcasting to long-term forecast lengths at 100-meter or finer spatial scales
• Create customized solutions that scale to meet your organization’s operational requirements

BLS900 Large Aperture Boundary Layer Scintillometer

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Dual Disk Design.

The Scintec BLS900 Large Aperture Scintillometer measures atmospheric turbulence, heat flux and crosswind over path lengths between 100 m (with Path Reduction Aperture, otherwise 500 m) and 6000 m. As part of a meteorological station it can also be used to determine the evapotranspiration over extended areas.

A Scintillometer senses turbulence between an optical transmitter and a receiver. The operation principle is based on the modulation of light by atmospheric refractive index fluctuations in the air. The phenomenon is called scintillation and is the reason why stars twinkle at night.

Compared to conventional turbulence measurements with point sensors, scintillometers gather spatially representative results with lower statistical scatter and shorter averaging times.

The Dual-Disk Design of the BLS900 provides for instantaneous corrections of absorption fluctuations, saturation of scintillation and outer scale effects. This results in significantly higher data quality and increased measurement ranges. All BLS Series Scintillometers use LED arrays. Wide emission angles virtually eliminate the need for transmitter alignment and maintain high data accuracy even when used on towers which are prone to vibration.

Key Features:

• measures turbulence over large spatial scales
• Dual-Disk Design for unrivalled accuracy
• crosswind measurement capability
• maximum path length 6000 m
• LED array eases transmitter alignment
• LED array allows transmitter to be mounted on vibrating towers
• built-in Receiver Alignment Monitor
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• infrared window heating available

Key Applications:

• surface energy balance
• satellite data ground truth
• plant evapotranspiration
• agrometeorology, forestry
• hydrology, water management
• turbulence studies
• atmospheric dispersion
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• runway crosswind

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SLS20-A Laser Surface Layer Scintillometer

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The Scintec SLS20-A Scintillometer measures turbulence, heat flux and momentum flux by purely optical means. In combination with other meteorological sensors the system can determine latent heat flux or evaporation. 

The model SLS20-A has built-in automatic beam steering which permits operation when manual beam alignment is undesirable or difficult. It may also be useful when the pointing stability of the mounting is poor. 

Each SLS Series Scintillometer consists of a laser transmitter pointing at a receiver. Temperature fluctuations in the air cause variations of the light intensity captured at the receiver. The scintillometer evaluates such variations to yield turbulence information.

The line averaging over the optical path results in spatially representative data and outstanding temporal resolution – a critical edge over data collected from conventional point sensors. The scintillometer provides high sensitivity and accuracy – without mechanical flow distortion or any moving part.

The proprietary displaced-beam technique of the SLS Series Scintillometers opens up access to mechanical turbulence quantities (momentum flux, kinetic-energy dissipation rate) without need to feed in any external wind data.

Key Features:

• heat flux, momentum flux by purely optical means
• suitable for stable and unstable conditions
• measures Cn2, CT2, l0
• crosswind option available
• spatially averaging technique
• high temporal resolution
• low statistical noise
• no flow distortion
• easy installation and operation
• Signal Processing Unit performs all calculations
• 6 GB built-in data storage
• remote access
• beam-displacement calibration
• window heating

Key Applications:

• turbulence studies
• air quality and atmospheric dispersion
• spatially-averaged wind measurements
• optical propagation conditions
• defence weather
• surface energy balance
• evapotranspiration monitoring
• agrometeorology, forestry
• satellite data ground truth

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PRESSUREWELL Integrated Pressure Calibrator

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Features: 

• excellent stability
• fast response
• room conditions monitoring
• no external devices required

Pressurewell is all you need to accurately calibrate pressure sensors in one box.

No need for external gas sources, compressors  or  vacuum  pump.  Evertyhing  required  is already built-in, small and silent. Sophisticated regulator algorithm provides fast response, no overshoot, high stability of the pressure setpoint. Pressurewell features highly accurate, stable and reliable pressure sensor, which is used as a feedback sensor and also as a reference.

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BTD-300 Thunderstorm Detector

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The BTD-300 Thunderstorm Detector is a standalone sensor that reliably detects the presence of all forms of lightning to a range of 83 km. The unique quasi electrostatic operating principle gives the detector a very low false alarm rate and the ability to warn of the risk of overhead lightning.

The ability to reliably detect and range cloud-to-cloud lightning, which is typically much more common than cloud-to-ground strikes, makes the BTD-300 much more sensitive to the presence of storms compared to devices that rely on radio detection. The electrostatic operating principle allows the sensor to warn of the risk of overhead lightning before the first discharge occurs.

Virtually maintenance free in operation, the BTD-300 can either interface directly to an integrated system or be operated using the supplied PC compatible display and logging software. The optional warning relay module allows the sensor to automatically sound alarms whenever a storm approaches.

• Warns of overhead lightning risk even before the first lightning discharge
• Highly immune to radio interference which is the major cause of false alarms in traditional standalone detectors
• 83 km (45 nm) detection range exceeds the US FAA requirements
• Detects cloud-to-cloud as well as weaker but more common cloud-to-ground lightning
• Detects charged precipitation
• Meets FAA performance requirements for aerodrome use
• Meets EN50536:2011+A1:2012 requirements for a Class 1 detector
• Meets IEC 62793 performance requirements for a Class A detector
• Optional direction finder

Remote Temperature & Humidity Profiling

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Accurate profiling of atmospheric temperature and humidity is a prerequisite for many meteorological studies, including nowcasting, model evaluation, and assimilation. Unfortunately, existing instrumentation lacks either the temporal or vertical resolution required for such application.

To fill this gap, Raymetrics S.A., a global leader in lidar (lidar detection and ranging) technology, is developing a new state-of-the-art temperature and humidity lidar instrument. Based on the lidar technique the new product can provide measurements of temperature and humidity from near the ground up to few kilometers, with vertical resolution down to few meters and time of the order of few seconds.

The measurements are based on accurate observation of spectral signature of atmospheric molecules and their changes with ambient temperature. The new system integrates finding from leading research institutes developed during the final decade, into robust and reliable lidar that can cover requirements for a wide range of application.

The system can be optimized either for Planetary Boundary Layer (PBL) monitoring, or observation in the middle and upper troposphere. The interpretations of the data are done using proprietary algorithms that exploit the full information content on the measurements, delivering consistently better results than even state-of-the-art retrieval techniques.

Low Level Windshear Alert System

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Featuring the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Phase 3 LLWAS Algorithm

AWI utilizes the field tested NCAR  Phase 3 LLWAS algorithm in order to deliver the safest and most reliable LLWAS system on the market today.  This system has been deployed at hundreds of airfields around the world.  A properly developed, sited, and functioning LLWAS system protects life and property from extremely hazardous wind shear and microburst conditions. AWI’s extensive experience in surface observation systems and sensor integration combined with our integrated display software, provides airports with an unsurpassed LLWAS system.

Detecting and Reporting Wind Shear and Microbursts

Operating aircraft during volatile wind shifts are critical environmental factors to successfully navigating a safe landing or take off.   A strong headwind causes the pilot to push the aircraft nose down to effect the proper glide slope on final approach. When under wind shear or microburst conditions, in an instant that headwind can switch to an equally strong tail wind causing a dangerous loss of air speed.  Having an early warning system that alerts the pilot of these dangerous conditions is essential for the safe operation of your airfield.

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IMS4 Model Suite

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Features:

• radiation and pollutant crisis modelling
• road condition modeling
• high resolution, short term weather forecasting and nowcasting
• visibility modeling
• sand storm modeling
• hydrological modeling

The IMS4 Model Suite provides a composition of modern models and simulation technologies for meteorology, hydrology, radiation and air quality.

Models run both operatively and in research mode. IMS4 Model Suite is an integrated, easy-to-use, powerful system for modeling, processing, visualisation and model validation. IMS4 Model Suite is a complex system for supporting forecasters as well as crisis managers. Its application ranges from regular daily forecasting purposes to decision support in emergency.

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LAP®12000 Radar Wind Profiler

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Troposphere Wind Profiler for your needs

The Scintec Wind Profiler LAP®12000 provides vertical profiles of horizontal wind speed and direction and vertical wind velocity up to 16 km above ground level (agl). When an optional Radio Acoustic Sounding System (RASS) is added to the Scintec LAP®12000, it will provide virtual temperature profiles up to 5 km agl. These altitudes are maximum values and will change dramatically depending on atmospheric conditions, profiler configuration, installation site and surrounding environment. The Scintec LAP®12000 operates fully unattended and provides continuous data with high vertical and temporal resolution. 

Software that suits your application

The flexible Scintec LAP-XM® software allows site-specific optimization of system performance, including variable temporal and range resolution, in support of various applications. The operator can choose signal processing parameters, quality control features, and data formats. 

The optional Scintec Graph-XM™ graphical display software provides a wide variety of data visualization schemes including time-height cross sections of wind barbs (vectors), and virtual temperature profiles. The Windows-based data system can archive up to one-year’s worth of wind and temperature data in database and text format. Averaged time series, spectra, and moments data can also be archived. 

Scintec offers new technologies and greater value. You’ll get the latest in wind and temperature radar profiler solutions for meteorological and environmental applications. The Scintec LAP® wind profilers, which operate under Windows® XP and feature versatile digital signal processing, were jointly developed under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Sonoma Technologies Inc (STI). Current users of Scintec LAP® systems include NOAA, NCAR, NASA, DOD, DOE, air quality districts, universities, utilities, and private industry.

Key Features:

• Continuous wind data up to 16km
• Continuous virtual temperature data up to 5km
• Unattended operation
• Minimal periodic maintenance
• New vertical profile every 5-60 minutes

Key Applications:

• Climate change research
• Missile, rocket, and artillery support
• Space launch support
• Synoptic and mesoscale analysis and forecasting

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windRASS RASS Extension

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The Scintec windRASS™ upgrades the sodar models SFAS or MFAS to work in radio-acoustic mode for precise measurements of both wind and temperature. This differs from conventional RASS where radio-acoustic sounding is used for temperature measurements only. 

With windRASS™, acoustic and electro-magnetic beams are emitted in vertical and tilted directions. The electromagnetic waves are backscattered at the acoustic waves and a Doppler analysis is performed. Wind and temperature are derived via their influence on the speed of sound. windRASS™ is the first wind and temperature profiler that works anywhere, anytime. It is immune to ground clutter and ambient noise, making it a perfect solution for urban or industrial environments. Since windRASS™ does not depend on the existence of atmospheric turbulence, it operates at full performance in the marine boundary layer (coastal sites), foggy conditions or calm nights, each characterized by low turbulence levels. In addition, windRASS™ is not compromised by precipitation. 

The Extended-Sweep Inversion technique (ESI) significantly increases the signal-to-noise ratio and allows for measurement ranges far wider than those of traditional RASS systems.

windRASS™ is operated using APRun with extensive graphical display options and remote access support.

Key Features:

• immune to ground clutter and noise
• tolerates precipitation
• tolerates turbulence-free atmospheres
• ESI technology increases data availability
• maximum range up to 600 / 800 m with Sodar SFAS / MFAS
• monitors inversion heights with 5 / 10 m precision with Sodar SFAS / MFAS
• easy installation
• fully-automated self-test
• remote access

Key Applications:

• atmospheric dispersion
• air quality
• nuclear power plant safety
• airport safety
• fog forecasting
• defence weather
• micrometeorology
• climate change
• urban climate
• wind energy

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LAP®3000 Radar Wind Profiler

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The LAP®3000 is a radar wind profiler that reliably provides continuous and real-time vertical profiles of horizontal wind speed, wind direction, vertical wind speed and turbulence in the atmospheric boundary layer and beyond.

The operation is based on the scattering of electromagnetic pulses at inhomogeneities in the air with subsequent Doppler analysis of the backscattered signal. The wind vector is derived using the beam swinging method.

The LAP®3000 radar wind profiler provides upper-air data with high resolution in time and height. It can substitute extensive radiosonde launching schemes. The LAP®3000 works automatically and is virtually maintenance free. It is economic to operate and suited for operation at unmanned, remote sites.

The new Digital IF Processor SIRP offers characteristics never found in wind profiler signal processing before. This results in higher data quality, better height coverage and more flexibility to tailor the system output to the user’s specific needs.

Key Features:

• maximum range up to 5 km and more
• patch array antenna
• binary pulse coding
• Advanced Coherent Noise Suppression ACNS
• free positioning of range gates
• unlimited multiple-mode capability
• built-in system monitoring
• RASS extension available

Key Applications:

• air quality
• aviation operations
• defense
• atmospheric boundary layer research
• emergency response
• global change research
• mesoscale meteorological forecasting
• vertical wind shear and turbulence

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RAE2 RASS Extension

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The Scintec RAE2 RASS Extension upgrades any Scintec Sodar SFAS, MFAS or XFAS to allow precise measurements of temperature profiles in the atmospheric boundary layer. Temperature is retrieved by remotely measuring the speed of sound which depends on the temperature. This is done by Doppler analysis of the frequency of radiowaves which have been reflected at acoustic waves emitted by the Sodar. 

RASS can replace towers, tethered balloons or radiosondes at a fraction of the operational costs. Compared to passive, thermal microwave techniques, RASS can precisely detect and locate even multiple inversions and has higher accuracy.

The Extended-Sweep Inversion technique (ESI) significantly increases the signal-to-noise ratio and allows for measurement ranges far wider than those of traditional systems.

The RAE2 is operated using the versatile software APRun with flexible configurability, extensive graphical display and output options, quality control features, statistical analysis tools and remote access support.

Key Features:

• maximum range up to 600 / 800 / 1000 m with Sodar SFAS/ MFAS / XFAS
• monitors inversion heights with 5 / 10 / 20 m precision with Sodar SFAS / MFAS / XFAS
• ESI technology increases data availability
• easy installation
• fully-automated self-test
• remote access

Key Applications:

• agrometeorology, forestry
• air quality
• airport safety
• atmospheric dispersion
• climate change studies
• defence weather
• fog forecasting
• micrometeorology
• urban climate

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WR-10X Weather Radar

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X-Band Single Polarization

The WR-10X is a valuable tool for real-time monitoring of weather phenomena in areas with complex topography.

It can be used advantageously at both urban and regional levels, or as a gap filler for an existing network.

A mobile version can be deployed quickly in situations where meteorological alerts arise in areas with significant hydrological risks, becoming an important tool for civil protection emergencies.

The possibility of WR-10X cluster networking allows the system coverage to be extended practically without limit. The result is a unique image that combines the data collected by all the radar units included in the network.

Thanks to the use of the latest technology, as well as the capital, installation, and operating costs of WR-10X radar networks, these are an attractive alternative to the traditional high-power, large-size, weather radar approach.

A comprehensive set of the most common radar output data, the so-called “weather products”, is provided with the system, and thanks to the open software architecture, additional or customized products can be easily added later.

The control and display software has a very intuitive GUI and the possibility to be web visualized. The system can be remotely controlled, operated, and tested, resulting in no requirement to access the radar site for standard operations.

ELDES is based in Italy but thanks to our Service Department, supported by our Distributor network, we can easily reach all parts of the world, ensuring support for installation and commissioning, constant assistance and quick response times throughout the product lifetime.

Gap filling, storm prevention, research, hydrology, transportation, outdoor events… All easier now with WR-10X.

Key Features

• X-Band magnetron TX (10KW peak power)
• Single Polarization
• Compact antenna <3° beam width with fixed or programmable elevation 0° to 180°
• Max range 108Km
• Kit for mobile installation
• Small size radome 0.9m x 1.3m, <90Kg
• Low electrical power consumption

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AR200 Anemometer

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AR200 is a robust and reliable ultrasonic anemometer. It measures horizontal wind speed and direction, which mainly used in the following situations : Wind power station, electric power safety monitoring, port wharf, meteorological monitoring, bridge and tunnel, sailing, airport, and urban environment monitoring.

Features:

• Aluminum/Teflon alloy construction
• Lower power dissipation
• No moving parts and maintenance-free
• High accuracy
• Unheated

SWS-250 Visibility and Present Weather Sensor

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The SWS-250 Visibility and Present Weather Sensor is optimised for use in aviation applications where both visibility and extended present and past weather information is required.

The sensor measures: visibility (MOR, EXCO and TEXCO), fog, haze, drizzle, snow, hail and other non-frozen precipitation according to WMO table 4680. METAR coded outputs are also provided.

For ultimate visibility performance the visual range extends to 99.99km allowing use in meteorological observation networks and research applications.

The enhanced present weather information from the SWS-250 is due to the backscatter receiver which allows detailed precipitation analysis and the use of algorithms developed for Biral’s flagship VPF-750 present weather sensor.

Easy integration of the Biral ALS-2 ambient light sensor makes the SWS-250 perfect for use in aviation applications where both RVR and METAR data are needed. Calibration in the field can be accomplished quickly and simply by a single operator using the optional calibration kit

• 10m to 99.99km measurement range (other ranges available)
• Instantaneous and averaged visibility outputs
• Transmissometer equivalent EXCO output (TEXCO)
• 39 WMO 4680 present weather codes
• Compact forward scatter design
• Hood heating for use in extreme environments
• Window heating and contamination monitoring
• Serial data output (RS232, RS422 or RS485)
• Comprehensive self-test capabilities

AWAIRE Wind Analysis and Forecast System

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AWAIRE™ is a new hardware, software and service package which is designed to provide the most complete, accurate and reliable information about surface and upper winds and to bring this to airport controllers, managers, meteorologists and pilots.

AWAIRE™ uses a variety of the most advanced sensing technologies to continuously measure all relevant wind and turbulence parameters in the area of the departure and climb paths with high distance resolution, precisely and in near real-time. This includes wind speed and direction relative to the airplane as well as both, the turbulent and non-turbulent types of wind shear. The selection of adequate and complementary sounding technologies results in an operability at any weather condition, including low clouds and precipitation.

AWAIRE™, however, is much more than just measurement and display. It generates a database which can be used for better analytics and prognostics of the meteorological parameters at exactly the airport location. Unlike with conventional systems, multi-dimensional algorithms and the trained artificial intelligence finally combine the output data of the various sensors and evaluate them synergistically. This significantly increases the content and reliability of the generated decision supporting information and configurable alerts.

Finally, AWAIRE™ comprehensively displays all information in an intuitively and easily understandable visualization with configurable tools for decision making during approach and departure procedures. Past occurrences can be tracked. Airports with multiple runways are fully supported.

Key Features:

• Decision making tool for all wind-related airport operations
• Wind and wind shear alerts
• Analytic and prognostic capabilities
• Multiple sensors combined (e. g. wind profilers, lidars, radars and LLWAS)
• Algorithms and artificial intelligence for improved information content and quality
• Decision-supporting visualization of current, historic and prognostic data

Key Benefits:

• Less flight delays
• Less flight cancellations
• Enhanced transportation capacity
• Increased safety
• Improved passenger comfort

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Automatic Hydrological Station

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Hydrological monitoring

• Modular and scalable platform
• Multimode data communication
• Statistics, alerts and notifications
• Customizable web interface

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VPF-750 Visibility & Present Weather Sensor

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The VPF-750 Visibility and Present Weather Sensor is the most advanced in Biral’s product range. Its enhanced performance allows the reporting of freezing precipitation in addition to the weather codes typically available from a forward scatter sensor.

The sensor is designed for use in aviation applications where extended weather information, including past weather, is required for inclusion in METAR reports. The sensor is also well suited to research applications and use in meteorological observation networks.

The unique backscatter receiver combined with accurate external temperature, humidity and precipitation sensors gives the VPF-750 unparalleled abilities in distinguishing frozen from liquid precipitation, with the added advantage of identifying freezing precipitation. The sensor reports both WMO table 4680 and METAR codes to simplify integration in to host systems. A wealth of other data is provided including a transmissometer equivalent EXCO.

An optional interface to the ALS-2 Ambient Light Sensor simplifies use in aviation applications where both Runway Visual Range (RVR) and METAR information is required.

• 47 WMO Table 4680 present weather codes
• Reports freezing precipitation
• Designed for aviation, research and general met use
• Reliable measurement in all weather conditions
• Highly corrosion resistant hard coat anodised finish
• Window contamination monitoring and compensation
• Unaffected by obstacle warning lights
• Easy integration of Biral ALS-2 Ambient Light Sensor
• DC powered
• 10m to 99.99km measurement range

Forecast Modeling

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Forecast modeling from Baron allows organizations to more precisely and reliably issue forecasts and warnings, improving the ability to anticipate and mitigate the impacts of severe hydrometeorological events. Baron modeling systems are provided as packaged end-to-end solutions, or can be fully scaled, tailored, and customized to meet end user requirements.

Additionally, many observational datasets, including weather radar and river gauge sensors, can be assimilated into the suite of available models in real-time. This process improves their accuracy as a result of incorporating the data prior to initiating forecast runs. With Baron Forecast Modeling, organizations have earlier, more accurate decision guidance for conditions expected to impact their communities, regions and nations—helping them better ensure the safety of life and property during hydrometeorological or other weather-sensitive events.

360-degree weather radar maintenance

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We have developed a well-equipped technical support department for meteorological radars, able to provide our customers with tailored preventive and corrective maintenance services, directly at their radar sites or through our advanced repair lab.

We have all the necessary experience and instruments to carry out measurements, calibration checks and efficiency evaluations of radar systems.

We can boast the management of preventive and corrective maintenance for most of the Italian radar network. We can directly follow the maintenance of ELDES and third-party weather radars in Italy, and can also reach all sites worldwide with ease. 

WR-J Weather Radar

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X-Band Solid State | Dual Polarization and Doppler

From thirty years of experience in the design and development of state-of-the-art RADAR technology born WR-J, the new X-Band RADAR with Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA), the result of a scientific partnership and joint developments within the “JUPITER research project”, which involved ELDES with the most important Italian Universities and Research Centres.

Already present on the market with the two WR-Class X-Band RADAR, with Magnetron transmitter, sold all over the world, ELDES accept a new challenge by responding to the demanding needs of a modern market, adding to its product portfolio, a completely renovated RADAR with the cutting-edge Solid-State technology. JUPITER is the result of years of experience gained in previous ELDES radar models and will boast unique technical characteristics and functionality.

Pulse-compression techniques offer increased detection of small precipitations as well as an increased operational range. SSPA (Solid-State Power Amplifier technology offers a lower life-cycle cost compared to classic Magnetron radar systems, with simplified and shorter maintenance activities. Developed to be extremely configurable and integrable with any type of RADAR network and to make the most of the potential of the well-known ELDES RDP Suite METRANET II, the new WR-J will offer top-performance solutions for the most important applications typical of the meteorological RADAR sector.

KEY POINTS: 

• Flexibility of installation: fixed, relocatable, and mobile on trailer
• Cutting-edge technology: high resolution, fast scanning, and multi-processing chain
• Designed for networking: integrable with ELDES or third-party RADAR
• Easy deploy and maintenance: fast start-up, low life-cycle costs and automated remote maintenance (support)
• High configurability: different TX and Antenna options (coming soon!)
• Developed around METRANET II SW Suite and PERSER PC

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS: 

• Civil protection and Early Warning
• Airport and Aviation Meteorology
• MET Services, Hydrology and GAP Filling
• University and Research

RWS-30 Road Tunnel Weather Sensor

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The RWS-30 Road Tunnel Weather Sensor is designed for use in road and tunnel applications where accurate and reliable visibility measurements are required. The forward scatter measurement principle provides a compact design with measurements that are both accurate and reliable in all weather conditions. The RWS-30 outputs have been chosen to match those recommended for use in tunnel systems.

• 200m to 99.99km measurement range
• Compact forward scatter design
• Not affected by lights
• Easily installed by one person
• Window heating and contamination monitoring
• EXCO and MOR Outputs
• Analogue voltage and current outputs
• Serial data output (RS232, RS422 or RS485)
• 2 Years warranty

CS100 Barometric Pressure Sensor

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The CS100 is a Campbell Scientific version of Setra's model 278 barometer. It uses Setra’s Setraceram capacitive sensor and IC analog circuit to measure barometric pressure.  The CS100 includes a 0.76 m (2.5 ft) cable and a terminal strip for data logger power and signal connections. 

The CS100 is encased in a stainless-steel and polyester case fitted with an 1/8 in. barbed fitting for pressure connection. It includes an internal switching circuit that allows the data logger to power the barometer only during measurement, which reduces power usage.

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BTD-200 Lightning Warning System

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The BTD-200 Lightning Warning System is a complete detection and warning system which has been developed from the Biral range of professional, aviation grade lightning detection systems.

It reliably detects the local presence of all forms of lightning out to a range of 35km (22 miles) from the sensor.

Designed to be installed and set up by non-specialist contractors, it comes complete with a power supply for the detector and the essential PC application – Lightning Works – for monitoring and warning of approaching thunderstorms.

• Complete, out-of-the-box warning system with minimal installation. (Power and data cables available separately)
• Fully automatic alarm triggering
• Warns of the most dangerous (overhead) lightning risk even before the first lightning strike
• Advanced, automatic self-test to ensure system operation
• Accurate 35km (22miles) detection range
• Detects cloud-to-ground, intra-cloud and cloud-to-cloud lightning
• Detects charged precipitation and strong atmospheric electric fields
• Compliance with EN50536:2011+/A1:2012 for a Class 1 detector
• Performs in accordance with IEC62793 for a Class A detector

E800 Series Dual Polarization Weather Radar

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With more than 300 radars deployed worldwide since 1982, EWR is dedicated to the advancement of weather radar technology through its state-of-the-art product line and unmatched lifecycle support services.

EWR understands what it takes to build radar systems that withstand the rigors of mobile and fixed deployment for continuous operation in the harshest environments. In fact, EWR is the #1 supplier of Portable Doppler Weather Radars to the United States Department of Defense and has a documented history of successfully producing and sustaining weather radar systems for multiple branches including the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Marine Corps.

KEY ADVANTAGES

• AVAILABLE IN X AND C BAND OPTIONS
• Compact, rugged design makes the E800 ideal for fixed or mobile applications
• Simultaneous Dual Polarization standard
• Multiple high resolution Beam Width options
• Next generation EWR 500w & 1kw solid state transmitters
• Proprietary multi-amplifier design
• Vaisala/Sigmet RVP901 processor
• Hybrid Pulse Technology eliminates the radar blind range associated with other solid state radars
• Low power consumption and operating costs
• The most complete suite of meteorological products available including all Vaisala/Sigmet IRIS and EWR/NEXRAD Level III
• Perfect for creating an affordable network in difficult terrain and metropolitan areas or as a “gap filler” in existing networks
• Virtually maintenance free, long life design utilizing factory sealed gearboxes and bearings
• 24/7 365 Day Help Desk Support

RFS Numerical Modelling

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Raymetrics hosts its own modeling system, namely the RFS (Raymetrics integrated Forecasting System), which uses proprietary algorithms to integrate all available data streams and numerical models and provide optimal estimates of the atmospheric state.

• Due to its modular nature RFS can be used in a great number of applications at various scales (synoptic to local) depending on customer needs
• Being an innovative tool in itself RFS can also be used to support scientific proposals and projects: Radiative impacts of natural/anthropogenic particles, air-sea interactions, health impacts, severe weather formation, climate change etc.. can all be studied using RFS
• RFS has been designed to be highly flexible and customizable, in order to meet all the demands of an ever-growing customer base
• Software developed in-house to visualize model outputs, depending on demands
• RFS outputs can be distributed in standardized formats (NetCDF, ascii, grib, grib2)
• The information can be integrated into any other weather forecasting software platforms

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VPF-710 Visibility Sensor

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The VPF-710 Visibility Sensor provides high quality visibility measurement in a compact and highly robust package.

The open design of the sensor head allows the free passage of air ensuring the visibility measurement is as accurate as possible in all conditions. Other features of the design ensure the correct response to all precipitation types as well as smoke and dust. The VPF-710 is highly resistant to disturbance from nearby light sources such as aviation obstacle warning lights, both constant and flashing. Even the latest generation of IR obstacle lights are not a problem.

The sensor is well suited to use in aviation applications due to the measurement accuracy, overall reliability and longevity. Full compliance with the visibility measurement requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organisation Runway Visual Range specification and easy integration of the Biral ALS-2 ambient light sensor makes VPF-710 particularly suited for use in Runway Visual Range (RVR) applications.

As standard the sensor is fitted with an extensive self-test monitoring capability which includes window contamination monitoring and output compensation. The VPF-710 can be AC mains or low voltage DC powered and hood heaters are available for use in areas prone to snow.

• Reliable measurement in all weather conditions
• Highly corrosion resistant hard coat anodised finish
• Window contamination monitoring and compensation
• Unaffected by obstacle warning lights
• Easy integration of Biral ALS-2 Ambient Light Sensor
• Mains or DC powered
• 10m to 99.99km measurement range

Automated Weather Alerts

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Baron’s automated weather alerts give agencies a variety of ways to reach the public with critical weather notifications, using push notification, text message or email. The alert solutions use volumetric radar data to identify threats and alert subscribers in the path of dangerous weather. Radar data, weather alerts and road conditions are viewable as a map overlay for comprehensive awareness of developing situations.

Critical Weather App

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Baron makes it easy to reach the entire public, regardless of platform. Our Critical Weather App for iOS and Android devices allow you to deliver weather data to people no matter how they get their information. With Baron technology you can provide a daily weather app that includes temperatures, forecasts, currents, radar and more. Exclusive and patented alerting technology means you can automatically inform your audience of approaching weather with unrivaled accuracy.

ClimaVUE™50 Complete Weather Sensor

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The ClimaVUE™50 is an affordable all-in-one meteorological sensor that fulfills your common weather monitoring needs with simplicity, when paired with any of Campbell Scientific's highly flexible and scalable data collection platforms. This sensor uses SDI-12 to report air temperature, relative humidity, vapor pressure, baro­metric pressure, wind (speed, gust, and direction), solar radiation, precipitation, and lightning strike (count and distance). It does this with no moving parts, while consuming little power. A built-in tilt sensor assures long-term data integrity. This diverse product is great for quick deployment, for remote locations, for large networks, as part of a more complex system, or if you just need something simple.

Benefits and features

• All the common meteorological measurements with one simple digital (SDI-12) output
• Less than 1 mA at 12 Vdc average current, making it ideal for solar-powered sites
• Integrated tilt sensor helps assure that the sensor stays level over time
  Low maintenance—no moving parts significantly reduces maintenance cost and time
• 304 stainless-steel hardware for minimal surface staining in marine environments
• No sensor configuration required
• Compact design for quick, low-impact installation
• Compatible with all modern Campbell Scientific data loggers
• Detachable cable facilitates field replacement

Model 8339 Laser Ceilometer

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The Model 8339 Laser Ceilometer measures8339 desert cloud height and thickness, in addition to vertical visibility. Unlike other ceilometers, the Model 8339 detects up to four cloud layers simultaneously to a distance of 25,000 vertical feet. Its precision makes it ideal for applications requiring the highest level of performance and reliability, such as aviation and meteorological studies.

In order to make these readings, a laser pulse is emitted into the atmosphere and back-scatter analyzed. Using the speed of light, the altitude of each cloud base and top is determined. Due to poorly defined borders or a sparse composition, some clouds are much more difficult to measure than others. Depending on the current and historical sky conditions, an adaptive algorithm determines the number of returns needed to maintain accuracy.

Accurate measurement of cloud height and thickness in all weather conditions, including heavy precipitation and low clouds, can cause serious errors in other ceilometers. AWI has applied proprietary algorithms and digital techniques developed over more than 20 years of cloud detection research and manufacturing, allowing the Model 8339 laser ceilometer to provide accurate information even in difficult circumstances.

Sensing circuits and optimization algorithms control the pulse frequency, output power and temperature of the laser itself in order to dramatically extend its life. The Model 8339 executes an array of self-tests during operation, which detect faults and reports them. These self-tests also identify the replaceable module associated with the fault, making trouble-shooting and repair as simple as possible.

AMS 111 IV Data Logger

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Features:

• rich set of interfaces
• low power consumption, high reliability
• native communication to central system
• easily customizable configuration of inputs and outputs
• special aviation software

The MicroStep-MIS AMS 111 IV data logger is designed for standard or mobile meteorological stations, as well as for the applications in areas where the commercial power or communication networks are limited or do not exist.

The AMS 111 IV is the third generation of MicroStep-MIS data loggers. Now it is designed on modular platform which supports different main systems and is based on Linux supporting modules. The AMS 111 IV interfaces with various sensors and telecommunication devices. Embedded with the state-of- the-art software, AMS 111 IV is a reliable and cost-effective solution for meteorological and environmental monitoring.

System flexibility allows wide application range from simple compact systems to  multipurpose  stations. 24  bit A/S conversion and software features such as data validation and quality control ensure the accuracy of the measured data. System supports data output to RS-232/485 lines, modems and cellular phones (SMS, GPRS, 4G), radio-modems and satellites.

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HygroVUE™10 sensor

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The HygroVUE™10 offers a combined temperature and relative humidity element in an advanced digital sensor that is ideal for weather networks. The electronics within the sensor provide accurate measurements, and the sensor is easy to use. The digital SDI-12 output allows a simple connection and measurement by many data logging systems. Another benefit is that this digital output avoids the extra errors associated with measuring analog sensors.

A stainless-steel mesh filter on the HygroVUE™10 minimizes the effects of dust and dirt on the sensor while allowing air exchange around the sensor element and reducing the chances that condensation remains inside the filter cap. A small PTFE membrane filter is bonded to the surface of the element, which prevents any finer dust or mold from directly influencing the measurement.

Because the sensor housing is designed to withstand permanent exposure to various weather conditions and to fit inside a range of radiation shields (including compact shields), the HygroVUE™10 is truly suitable for a wide range of monitoring applications.

The HygroVUE™10 utilizes a latest-generation, Swiss-made, combined relative humidity and temperature element based on CMOSens® technology that offers good measurements, accuracy, and stability. Each element of the HygroVUE™10 is individually calibrated with the calibration corrections stored on the chip. You can easily change the sensor element in the field, which reduces your downtime and calibration costs.

Advanced Forecaster Workstation

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Eliminate the need for multiple systems to view all your weather data with Baron Lynx. A complete end-to-end weather solution, Lynx can seamlessly integrate data from your entire meteorological network into one customizable workstation, where forecasters can view and analyze all weather data at the same time and distribute critical weather information.

Communicating alerts, warnings and everyday weather information within your organization or to the public is simple with the ability to post to social media, websites and apps directly from the Lynx interface. Deliver more engaging information and increase the visibility of your organization with captivating weather graphics and videos generated in Lynx.

Baron also offers a web-based weather analysis option.

WR-25XP Weather Radar

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X-Band Dual Polarization and Doppler

The WR-25XP is the flagship product of the ELDES’ X-Band mini radar family, characterized by a price/performance ratio that is unique on the market.

The capacity to operate in simultaneous dual-polarization and Doppler capabilities make WR-25XP an ideal instrument for the most advanced radar hydro-meteorological application, as well as for medium-scale civil protection uses.

Given its small size and weight, the WR-25XP can even be installed on a light trailer for quick relocation to areas open to hydrological risk, or to areas with high concentration of people for civil protection needs.

Its cluster networking ability allows the system coverage to be extended practically without limit. The resulting image produces mosaics, integrating the data collected by all the sensors making up the network.

Thanks to the use of the latest technology, as well as the capital, installation, and operating costs of WR-25XP radars networks, these are a very attractive alternatives to the traditional high-power, large-size, weather radar approach.

A powerful Linux Workstation, typically installed in the Radar Control Centre or near the radar itself, processes the polar data of the three-dimensional spaces containing the instances acquired by one or more radars. The result is the generation of a large number of reflectivity and Doppler products, usually only available with considerably more expensive weather radars.

Furthermore, by means of the differential parameters measured, thanks to dual polarization, a reliable classification of hydrometeors is possible. At the same time, the Doppler processing allows for instantaneous estimation of the turbulence velocity vectors.

The products can be displayed through a simple graphic user interface; the Metranet2, for immediate use, even by non–experts. The data and weather maps produced can be even displayed through WEB Clients, either supplied by ELDES or third parties. The WR-25XP can be installed in unattended stations as it can be remotely controlled, and it can transmit pre-processed data.

ELDES is based in Italy but thanks to our Service Department, supported by our Distributor network, we can easily reach all parts of the world, ensuring constant support and quick response times.

Gap filling, storm prevention, research, hydrology, transportation, harbour and airport activity, outdoor events… Anticipate the future with WR-25XP.

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Gen3 Radar

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Providing the highest-quality data in the market, a Baron Gen3 radar will be the foundation of a more efficient and effective meteorological operation. Data from a Baron radar will empower more in-depth real-time analysis of current conditions, better detection of precipitation, hail, tornados and other severe weather events, and can be used to initialize your numerical weather prediction models for more accurate forecasts. Baron Gen3 radars are built with innovative technology that elevates their performance above what any other vendor can offer. The benefits include:

• Clutter suppression technology that far exceeds GMAP capabilities
• Patent-pending multi-radial calibration
• Exclusive open data architecture
• Klystron and magnetron options
• Fixed and mobile solutions
• 24/7/365 customer support

Integrated Weather Solutions

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Integrating your entire meteorological network including data from radars, sensors, gauges, weather models and more into one solution for more efficient and effective analysis, forecasting and distribution of weather data.

MFAS Acoustic Wind Profiler

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The Scintec MFAS is a versatile acoustic profiler for the measurement of wind and turbulence up to 1000 m above the ground.

The operation is based on the reflection of acoustic pulses at temperature inhomogeneities in the air with subsequent doppler analysis.

The instrument can replace towers, tethered balloons or radiosondes at a fraction of the operational costs. With its small size and low weight, the system can be easily transported and installed. Low power consumption facilitates operation in remote areas.

With its proprietary Flat Array Antenna and patented technology, the Scintec MFAS has significant advantages in accuracy, data availability, energy efficiency, lifetime and serviceability – even over systems which are much larger and require more power.

The versatile but easy-to-use operation software APRun satisfies the most demanding needs. Its configurability, graphical display and output options, quality control features, statistical analysis tools, remote access support and self-test functions define today’s standard in wind profiler operation software.

Key Features:

• maximum range up to 1000 m
• vertical resolution down to 10 m
• compact and lightweight – no truck or trailer required for transport
• easy-to-use
• multi-frequency technology (sequential and polyphonic)
• simultaneous multi-beam technology
• low noise-emission with active tapering
• fully-automated self-test
• remote access
• RASS extensions available (RAE2 and windRASS™)

Key Applications:

• micrometeorology
• air quality
• atmospheric dispersion
• nuclear power plant safety
• wind energy
• urban climate
• optical propagation studies
• defence weather
• airport safety
• fog forecasting

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Weather RADAR antenna systems

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Understanding weather patterns is an important tool for public safety and agriculture to ensure that the proper steps are being taken before storms. Properly monitoring weather patterns helps with preparation to limit damage and administer the proper size of response needed during and after major weather events. This is critical for public safety.

ARA designs and manufactures a complete line of Weather RADAR antenna systems to support weather surveillance and doppler radar applications. These can locate and calculate a storm’s motion and type by detecting rain droplets.

ARA antenna systems operate in S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, and Ka-band and meet RADAR suppliers most stringent requirements. Antenna feeds for all bands and reflectors, measuring from 2 ft to 28 ft in diameter, provide the necessary specifications for the operation of a high-performance weather RADAR system.

SR30-M2-D1 pyranometer

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Digital Class A (secondary standard) pyranometer with heating and tilt sensor

Welcome to the next level in solar radiation monitoring! The all-digital heated SR30-M2-D1 offers the highest accuracy and highest data availability: using Recirculating Ventilation and Heating (RVH™) technology, SR30 outperforms pyranometers equipped with traditional ventilation systems.

SR30 is the ideal instrument for use in PV system performance monitoring and meteorological networks. It measures the solar radiation received by a plane surface, in W/m², from a 180 ° field of view angle. SR30 is an ISO 9060 spectrally flat Class A (previously “secondary standard”) pyranometer. It is employed where the highest measurement accuracy is required. SR30-M2-D1 offers several advantages over competing pyranometers:

Real-Time HD Weather Display

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Real-Time HD Weather Display - Your weather live in high definition

Show real-time weather information at your location with this striking high definition display. Get an at-a-glance view of live readings such as temperature, wind speed and humidity, among others. Customers are utilizing their weather displays to streamline how they share weather information with staff, visitors and other stakeholders.

• Enjoy quick access to important real-time weather data
• View live camera images of your facility
• Receive customized real-time alert notifications specific to your location

Wind Pro Doppler LiDAR

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The Wind Pro Doppler LiDAR system is designed to meet the needs of short range mast replacement applications. It has no moving parts, consumes less than 55 Watts under normal conditions and has the ability to output very high resolution wind profiles. It autonomous, turn-key LiDAR system incorporating an internal scanner housed in an environmental enclosure.

Our modular, autonomous, turn-key, pulsed Doppler LiDAR systems were conceived to meet the need for remote sensing of motion and backscatter in the atmosphere.

In this mode of operation, naturally curing aerosols and clouds act as a distributed target and backscatter the transmitted pulses. The receiver detects the Doppler shift brought about by the motion of the distributed targets and therefore the line-of-sight component of their velocity.

Typical applications include boundary layer wind profiling, plume dispersion, analysis of complex flows, cloud studies, cloud base measurements and gust and air quality monitoring.

FloodWarden – vinyl flood protection barrier

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FloodWarden mobile flood-protection barriers allow for fast and efficient prevention against flood damage, protecting houses, retail buildings and industrial sites. The system allows top-quality flood protection at a considerably lower price in comparison to similar mobile flood-protection systems. It is a cutting-edge alternative to other makeshift solutions.

Advantages

Preventing the risk of damage and costs 
Investment in protection to save money. The costs of repairing flood damage may be very high. The FloodWarden barriers are an economic, user-friendly and efficient entry protection dedicated to owners of residential, retail or office buildings.

Continuity of your business
Effective flood prevention offered by FloodWarden helps maintain business operations, even during natural disasters. Entrepreneurs avoid situation where they have to incur fixed costs of running a business without generating any income.

User-friendly and efficient
Instant deployment, without the need to use any additional equipment. The FloodWarden barriers consist of fixed posts and adjusted to them horizontal beams assembled between the posts in emergency to form a water-tight barrier. The pressure of water additionally tightens the system. FloodWarden is a light-weight solution, easy to self-deploy.

Easy to store
FloodWarden does not require any special storage systems.
 
Individual approach
The installation method and the height of the barrier is individually adjusted to meet the project requirements. FloodWarden is manufactured upon order and the colour of the posts may be individually selected by the customer.

Long-lasting quality
The only replaceable elements of the FloodWarden system are the seals.

Aircraft-Based Observations Data

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Proprietary data available for purchase

As the primary reseller for FLYHT’s TAMDAR and AMDAR-over-AFIRS data as well as FlightAware’s Mode S data, Synoptic is bringing these powerful boundary layer data sets to new users and applications worldwide.

Why Aircraft-Based Observations (ABO)?
 
ABO data has been shown to be one of the top five most important data sets (measured by impact per observation) for regional and global Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) models. This conclusion has been clearly demonstrated during the global COVID crisis, during which the decrease in aircraft-based data reduced global NWP accuracy by more than 20% in some analyses. These aircraft data provide tremendously valuable information in the vertical in the form of a sounding - vertical profiles of temperature, wind, and in TAMDAR’s case, moisture.

What is AMDAR?
The Aircraft Meteorological Data Relay (AMDAR) program was initiated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and is now a global program that includes more than 40 commercial and cargo airlines. AMDAR uses the aircraft’s own installed sensors to measure wind (direction and speed) and temperature as well as altitude and GPS position during take-off, landing, and cruise. AMDAR data is transmitted to the ground for compilation using the aircraft’s VHF communications suite. Data is available in real-time to National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) agencies and to the sponsoring airline, and is available to all others on a 48-hour delay. For more information on the AMDAR program, please click here.

What is TAMDAR?
Synoptic partner FLYHT’s Tropospheric Airborne Meteorological Data Reporting (TAMDAR) system is currently installed on regional commercial aircraft from a dozen airlines serving North America, Asia, and Europe, providing tens of thousands of observations throughout the boundary layer on a daily basis. Using Iridium satellite communications, this groundbreaking sensor is an after-market install and measures atmospheric conditions during take-off, landing, and cruise phases of a flight. TAMDAR measures wind speed and wind direction, temperature, moisture, pressure, ice detection, and turbulence and transmits them to the ground, where they are available to subscribers in real-time. TAMDAR also acts as a flight tracking mechanism that records a GPS position in both time and space with every observation. For more information on TAMDAR, please click here.
 
 
What is AMDAR-over-AFIRS?
FLYHT’s proprietary Automated Flight Information Reporting System (AFIRS) is an Iridium-based satellite communication device that acquires and transmits aircraft operating data, including many aircraft operational parameters as well as wind and temperature measurements, and delivers that data to the ground in real-time. It is currently installed on regional commercial and cargo aircraft throughout North America, Europe, and Asia with some flights into South America, Africa, and Australia. AMDAR-over-AFIRS refers to the transmission of the measured wind and temperature data (the same as AMDAR reports) via AFIRS, with the two significant differences being the communications path and the fact that AMDAR-over-AFIRS data is available to non-NMHS subscribers immediately, without the 48-hour delay associated with AMDAR. For more information on AMDAR-over-AFIRS, please click here.

What is Mode S Aircraft Weather Data?
Synoptic partner FlightAware operates a global network of more than 20,000 terrestrial receivers that monitor ADS-B and Mode S transmissions from almost all modern commercial aircraft including airlines, cargo lines, and general aviation. Located along major air traffic corridors worldwide, these receivers include those owned and operated by FlightAware as well as its crowdsourced feeder network. These receivers track ADS-B or Mode S reports from the aircraft, which, when interrogated by properly configured air traffic control radars, include downlinked aircraft parameters such as ground speed, Mach number, and other aircraft specific information. Using WMO techniques that have been validated scientifically and proven operationally, these parameters can then be used to derive wind and temperature from more than 40,000 aircraft worldwide, providing upwards of 60,000 vertical profiles of the atmosphere daily. For more information on Mode S, please click here.
 
ABO DATA AND NUMERICAL WEATHER PREDICTION (NWP)
Numerous joint-collaborative studies between NOAA, NASA, the FAA, and the research community have been conducted to demonstrate the use and efficacy of ABO data in NWP.  In some cases, ABO data can even be tailored to better support NWP.  For instance, the vertical and temporal resolution for TAMDAR observations is completely adjustable, allowing for extremely high resolution data in the vertical during take-off and landing, where it has the most positive impact on NWP modeling. This yields a fully customizable solution allowing greater vertical and temporal frequency than either traditional AMDAR or radiosondes.  TAMDAR, AMDAR-over-AFIRS, and Mode S data are all delivered and available in real-time. TAMDAR and AMDAR-over-AFIRS data go through rigorous quality control (both real-time and on the ground) to ensure they meet strict standards. As a newer data set, the formal evaluation of Mode S data by the US National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) is still in progress. The European meteorological community has embraced it and has set up a specialized center, the European Meteorological Aircraft Derived Data Center (EMADDC), to do further studies and implement the transition from research to operations. Beyond NWP, ABO data has use in machine learning/artificial intelligence as well as situational awareness both for forecasters and other user groups such as national security/emergency management, air quality, and airport operations.

SYNOPTIC ABO PARTNERS VS. RADIOSONDES
Since the late 1930s, the gold standard for upper-air data has been the balloon-launched radiosonde.  Radiosondes continue to contribute valuable information, but they are now limited to twice daily launches at 00Z and 12Z at just 92 stations across the United States (including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico), leaving large temporal and spatial gaps in data coverage.  Synoptic’s ABO partners fill these gaps as each plane essentially becomes a radiosonde, gathering upper-air data during each portion of the flight (ascent, descent, and cruise).  Soundings are collected every time a plane takes off and lands, which could be 15 or more times a day, yielding tens of thousands of soundings a day.  Soundings are collected at every airport that an ABO partner equipped plane flies into or out of, not just at fixed locations like radiosonde launches.  In addition, TAMDAR measures turbulence and icing, which a radiosonde does not. Radiosondes are costly to deploy and are usually one-use only equipment whereas aircraft can be used continuously for a decade or more. This leads to greater cost-savings for the data provider and data user alike. Combined, Synoptic’s ABO partners provide more than 5x the amount of data available via the traditional AMDAR program.

Flood & Flood Defence Gates

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Here at MMEngineering we have been supplying the construction industry flood defence gates for over 20 years and offer a wide variety of bespoke flood gates.  Our flood gates are of premium quality and have undergone extensive type and on-site testing.  Quite simply, MMEngineering make the best flood gates on the market.

Our philosophy is to understand each flood scheme’s specific requirements and, using our years of experience in the flood defence sector, provide products of the highest quality tailored to the needs of our customers.

MME make our flood gate components and structures in the UK and each gate is custom-designed to our client’s flood defence project needs.

We pride ourselves on providing a high quality service in an efficient timescale. Typically our lead times are 6-8 weeks from design approval.

After installation of flood gates, we offer customers a on-site flood testing service to test the performance of the gate, leaving no doubt that our gates will stand up to a flood event. Read more about our on-site flood testing service by clicking here.

We offer the following flood defence gate types:

Single Swing Flood Gate
For openings up to 6mtrs wide and depending on structural design calculations up to 3mtrs high. MME flood gates are operable by one person and can be closed within 30 seconds using our bespoke spindle mechanism.

Double Swing Mitred Design Flood Gates
Double flood gate designs are offered when the swept path for single flood gates are obstructed. Clients can purchase our gates up to 14mtrs wide and over 3.5m high. This is subject to the civil design capabilities of each flood defence project. Operators can close our double flood gate in under 2 minutes. Double flood gate designs have 2 spindle starter latches and a central locking latch to lock both gate leafs together.

Bi-Fold Swing Flood Gates
We offer the bi-fold gate when obstructions in the gates swept path are present and a single gate is still preferred. MME offer a bespoke bi-fold flood gate that has a reduced foot print. This gate follows all the same design criteria as the double and single flood gates.

Fully Automated Flood Gate Systems
At MMEngineering we also offer a fully automated double flood gate system, the system includes the following components;

Radiosonde Windsond

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Lightweight and reusable radiosonde

Windsond is a miniature GPS radiosonde system by Sparv Embedded, whose focus on portability and low operating costs make its instruments perfect for frequent use in the field.

The Windsond radiosonde only needs a nine gram balloon and about 30 liters of helium for low altitude soundings, making it extremely portable. The standard Windsond system can track up to eight sondes per radio receiver.  An extension of Windsond which supports more than 30 radiosondes simultaneously has made headlines in the USA, and Sparv has now extended this further, supporting over 100 sondes in the air.

We also offer Windsond as a “reusable” option equipped with dual cut-down mechanisms, strobe light and loudspeaker to ease recovery of the sonde. The unique hardware features in combination with special software attributes makes recovery of sondes very possible. We have customers launching the same sonde over ten times. Recovery of sondes works best for soundings where the sonde is cut down from the balloon below four kilometers altitude. The maximum altitude for Windsond is about nine kilometers.

The radiosondes are easily managed on the ground using one of our radio receivers connected to a laptop installed with the Windsond software. Receivers can connect to the laptop via USB or Bluetooth.

All the above mentioned features, in combination with the user-friendly software makes Windsond highly appreciated by its users.

Windsond Summary:

• Uniquely small size
• Save precious helium and canister size
• Real-time wind, temperature and humidity profiles
• Measure multiple sondes simultaneously
• Predict and control landing location
• Reusable sondes for best economy
• Reliable sonde recovery even days later
• User-friendly ground station software
• Outputs over 10 data formats, including WRF and CSV

MetPak Weather Station

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The MetPak Base Station is capable of monitoring barometric pressure, air temperature, humidity and dew point. The unit features an on-board high accuracy barometric pressure sensor and a Rotronic Hygroclip HC2-S3 temperature/humidity probe housed in a naturally aspirated radiation shield.

MetPak with Integrated WindSonic: this all-in-one variant of the MetPak features the same on-board sensors as the Base Station, with an integrated WindSonic ultrasonic wind sensor for high accuracy wind speed and direction measurement.

• MODBUS Output Available
• Wind Speed & Direction
• Barometric Pressure
• Air Temperature, Humidity, Dew Point
• Configurable

EE820 CO2 Sensor

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CO2 sensor for demanding applications

The EE820 measures reliably CO2 concentration in harsh, demanding applications. A multipoint CO2 and temperature factory adjustment leads to excellent accuracy over the entire temperature working range.

The EE820 incorporates the E+E dual wavelength NDIR CO2 sensor, which compensates for ageing effects, is highly insensitive to pollution and offers outstanding long term stability. For fast response time requirements there is an EE820 version with forced air circulation created by a fan installed behind the filter.

With its robust, functional IP54 enclosure and a special filter, the EE820 is suitable for polluted applications such as agriculture and livestock barns. The M12 connector facilitates the removal of the device before site cleaning operations. An optional kit allows for easy configuration and adjustment of the EE820.

Typical Applications

• Greenhouses
• Fruit and vegetable storage
• Hatchers and incubators
• Life stock barns

PA-5 SODAR Acoustic Wind Profiler

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• 3,000 meters average range
• 100 meters minimum altitude
• Multi-frequency coding
• ARM Quad Core CPU and linux operating system
• 150 watts total power consumption
• 180 kg total weight
• GPS, 2D inclinometer, pressure, temperature and humidity sensors
• WiFi for local control (up to 100 m distance)
• Wireless modem and/or satellite terminal for remote control

Technical description

The PA-5 Sodar includes the latest hardware design. The electronics have been downsized by an extensive use of the SMC technology.

The computer part uses an ARM Quad Core CPU which is plugged on a 16 bits A/D converter board. All the hardware matches military specifications (-40 to +60 °C with up to 100% relative humidity) and is fixed underneath the antenna. Wireless modem or satellite connections are available.

This new design includes GPS, 2D inclinometer, Wi-Fi, as well as pressure, temperature and humidity measurements.

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373 Dew Point Mirror

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The 373 Dew Point Mirror is a precision hygrometer exploiting advances in digital technology to satisfy the highest requirements in the measurement of humidity. As a true laboratory reference instrument, the 373 relies on proven optically detected chilled mirror techniques.

The 373 is available in a number of different models including: 373LHX, 373LX, 373L, 373S3, 373S, 373H, and 373HX. 

Graphic Display 

• Full Color Hi-Resolution LCD Touch Screen
• User Selectable Display Parameters
• Parameters Selectable as Numeric or Graphic
• User Selectable Units

The system uses an active matrix 640×480-pixel full color liquid crystal display with an integral touch panel. It has a high contrast ration and a wide viewing angle for easy readability. Data is displayed with large, easy to read characters. Using the on screen menus, you can configure the display for for a variety of humidity, temperature, and pressure parameters. The parameters can be viewed in either numeric or graphic (strip chart style) format. System units are user selectable and may be set to any combination of SI and non-SI units.

Instrument Shelters

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Designed for use at inland and coastal Met Stations, and in all climates. They can be used to house a complete range of instrumentation, whilst ensuring outstanding protection from the heating effects of solar radiation and direct exposure to rain and snow.

MetSpec Instrument Shelters are an established industry standard and are sold to many national meteorological services and industrial customers worldwide. They have proven to be exceptionally durable over many years, and are in daily use in many countries with extreme and varied climates. Their innovative design features a durable white powder-coated frame and robust outer louvers which are resistant to UV radiation and chemical attack. The design of the shelters feature a white outer reflective surface, combined with an inner barrier of non-reflective, black louvers. This prevents sunlight and reflected radiation from reaching the sensors or thermometers, whilst still allowing air to flow across them. Intercomparison trials have confirmed that errors under adverse conditions are significantly less than inside the old wooden Stevenson Screens.

• Double louvred high impact thermoplastic louvres
• White external layer, with UV stabiliser for long-term weather resistance
• Extra black internal layer
• Aluminium frame with durable white powder coating
• A4 grade (316), stainless steel bolts used throughout
• High impact UV stable rooves and floors
• Easy mounting onto metal structuresPadlockable doors at the front and rear,
  which hinge downwards

SmartObserver Data logger

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The Geolux SmartObserver data logger is a highly-integrated device used to read the data from attached instruments and deliver this data to Geolux HydroView, a cloud-based data management software. SmartObserver uses a GPRS connection for sending the data to the server, with other communication options such as LoRaWAN available on demand.
 
The data logger contains internal Flash memory which is used to provide a data storage backup in the case that wireless communication is disabled. Data stored inside the internal Flash memory can be read by connecting the data logger to a PC through an RS-232 interface.
 
Integrated power management is an important feature of SmartObserver data logger. The integrated battery charger allows users to connect the data logger directly to a solar panel or small wind turbine and to the battery; the SmartObserver will take care of managing battery charging, thus eliminating the need to purchase and install a separate battery charger. SmartObserver supports different battery types, such as lead-acid, NiMH, NiCd, LiFePO4 and Li+.

SmartObserver data logger uses several data interfaces to communicate with the attached instruments. The primary interface is MODBUS, and the data logger supports two MODBUS lines. The data logger also contains two CAN bus lines, an SDI-12 bus, and analog 4-20 mA interface.
 
All instruments within the monitoring station can be connected to the power supply through SmartObserver data logger. SmartObserver contains two output power lines to power the instruments, and the data logger shuts down these two power lines between periodic measurements in order to reduce battery power consumption. Additionally, the secondary output power line can be configured to conditionally power up, to further reduce power consumption – for example, it may make sense to disable some instruments under certain conditions, such as disabling surface velocity radars when the level meter detects that the river bed is dry.

AccuWeather For Business Service

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The AccuWeather For Business Advantage

Equip your team with the intelligence and situational awareness to confidently make correct decisions wherever weather is a factor.

• Site-Specific, Actionable Warnings
  • SkyGuard provides twice the advance notice of any other source, enabling you to enhance safety. While public warnings cover large areas, we alert you only when your location is at risk.
• Global Short & Long-Term Forecasts
  • Be the first to know what’s coming for any of your locations globally, up to 10 days in advance with forecasts created by our team of meteorologists.
• 24/7 Support & Consultation
  • Our business weather experts are always available to brief your stakeholders with up-to-the-minute details when weather threatens.
• Superior Accuracy™
  • Our detailed forecast insights are specific to your business needs and thresholds, enabling you to plan for specific outcomes up to 2 years in advance.

Pluvio˛ L precipitation gauge

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The OTT Pluvio² L is an all-weather precipitation gauge that uses superior weight-based technology to measure the amount and intensity of rain, snow, and hail. Developed in conjunction with industry-leading meteorological services, the OTT Pluvio² L employs a high-precision load cell and algorithms that compensate for wind, temperature, and evaporation, ensuring the highest accuracy precipitation measurements over time. 

• Parameters measured:Cumulative precipitation, precipitation intensity, bucket content in real time and non real time
• Measurement technology:Weighing principle
• Product Highlights:All-weather precipitation gauge without moving parts according to WMO guide line No. 8
• Interface:SDI-12 / RS-485, pulse

RWS10 Road Weather Station

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RWS10 is a compact road weather station using optical technology. The station consists of two non-invasive sensors and a control cabinet. The firmware of the sensor measures the optical reflection signals and analyses the data to produce a road surface condition and friction report.
 
RWS10 reports the following road surface and road weather information
surface conditions: 

• coefficient of friction
• water/ice layer thickness
• air pressure
• surface temperature
• dew point temperature 

RWS10 station highlights

• easy installation: when a power line is available, the installation to an existing mast can be carried out within an hour
• cost-efficient solution for all basic road weather measurements
• minor maintenance needs
• automatic software updates and remote control of parameters

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Forward Scatter FD70

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FD70 is powerful technology that can potentially replace many separate sensors such as your visibility and present weather sensor, rain gauge, disdrometer, and freezing rain sensor. It can also outperform them in delivering highly accurate visibility and precipitation reporting in all weather conditions, as well as unsurpassed detection sensitivity and reliable identification of present weather.

The FD70 is engineered to meet WMO SYNOP reporting guidelines for precipitation and obscuration types. Its sensors excel with fast response times and the highest sensitivity to correctly detect and identify individual droplets. They provide accurate visibility measurement with proven calibration traceability and a range of up to 100 km (62 mi) and are the first sensors on the market that can reliably report a full range of present weather types including freezing precipitation.

MULTIPURPOSE APPLICATION

The FD70 is a factory-calibrated, plug-and-play sensor that can potentially replace many separate sensors such as your visibility and present weather sensor, rain gauge, disdrometer, and freezing rain sensor. It can function as a standalone unit, as an integral part of Vaisala systems, or with most third-party systems.

ECONOMICAL & RELIABLE

The FD70 features rugged, modular design with no movable or consumable parts, which makes for quick repairs. Remote performance monitoring decreases trips into the field, while advanced self-diagnostics further decrease maintenance requirements.

Additionally, FD70 sensors feature look-down geometry and hood heating that protect against external contaminants and window contaminant compensation for consistent data quality in all conditions, along with professional software security to ensure data integrity.

ADVANCED DETECTION

Vaisala’s pioneering sensor design provides constant, reference-grade performance unlike any other forward scatter technology — even for incidents of freezing rain, ice pellets, intense precipitation, or mixed precipitation.

State-of-the-art, forward scatter technology detects and analyzes current precipitation to identify type, intensity, accumulation, particle size and fall speed distributions with a visibility sensor range up to 100 km (62 mi) Meteorological Optical Range (MOR).

The high sensitivity of the FD70 sensor means it’s able to detect precipitation onset right from the first droplets, and it reacts quickly to meteorological visibility changes from 1m to 100km (3ft to 62mi).

SINGLE-PARTICLE ANALYSIS

From the first signs of precipitation, the sensitivity of FD70 sensors quickly and reliably classify current precipitation type even for incidents of freezing rain, ice pellets, intense precipitation, and mixed precipitation. They also respond quickly with accurate, real-time data as conditions change.

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Global Lightning Detection Network GLD360

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Reliable storm and lightning information with unmatched efficiency and location accuracy from a sensor network that can detect thunderstorms anywhere in the world, even outside the range of radars or satellites.

TRULY GLOBAL
It’s real-time data from the industry’s most accurate global detection network. GLD360 increases the ability for early detection and tracking of severe weather as it occurs nearly anywhere in the world including oceans, mountain peaks, and other areas not typically covered by radar.

REAL TIME AND RELIABLE
Access comprehensive global lightning data with an uptime better than 99.99%. Users can access it right away and standardize data across all of their facilities worldwide.

BROAD INSIGHT
Follow developing storm situations sooner with more complete situational insight. GLD360 lets users standardize their lightning detection for multiple site locations and share high quality, accurate data to manage safety across global operations with 1 km location accuracy.

SINGLE-SOURCE ACCESS
Get 24/7/365 global thunderstorm and lightning data even in the most remote locations, all without the need to purchase, install, or maintain any additional equipment or systems.

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AWARE flood sensor

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The Advance Warning Equipment (AWARE) Flood System is a simple, rugged, and low-cost flood sensor that detects and automatically alerts users to flooding. This lightweight, portable solution is designed to withstand the harshest weather conditions and autonomously monitor water levels and other environmental conditions used to help determine risk of flooding. The system supports user configurable reporting periods and thresholds which can automatically send warnings in almost real time.

The AWARE Flood System continuously reports water levels using a self-sustaining battery and passive solar energy harvesting system. It is built on proven Intellisense technology to ensure a robust power capability for at least seven days without solar recharge. The battery pack is field replaceable and may also be recharged through the serial port.

The AWARE Flood System is comprised of a network of sensor nodes, each consisting of an IoT node that is connected to a submersible water level sensor through a 49-foot cable to independently monitor waterway conditions. Data from the entire wireless network can be sent via a direct cellular Internet of Things (IoT) communications link, which is also configurable with two-way Iridium satellite for reliable communication around the world and an alternate form of data transmission.

Automatic Weather Station

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ROBUST, HEAVY-DUTY WEATHER STATION FOR RECORDING A WIDE VARIETY OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

The automatic weather station is used to measure basic meteorological parameters. Developed and built for long-term use under extreme weather conditions and without infrastructure, the AWS can be individually equipped with sensors according to customer requirements. SOMMER values high quality and has specialized in weather stations for use in alpine and high alpine terrain.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Tailor-made, individual sensors
• Integration into existing measurement networks, data display in the web browser
• Qualified service from planning, advice on construction to maintenance of the system
• Equipped with solar power for self-sufficient operation in high alpine surroundings, with data logger and remote data transmission
   

AREAS OF APPLICATION
The weather station is used wherever a comprehensive picture of local weather conditions is to be obtained over a longer period of time. Meteorologists, weather services, avalanche warning services and various environmental agencies throughout the German-speaking Alps rely on SOMMER technology. In addition, the weather stations are often used to protect important infrastructure such as road and railway lines.

USE
The weather station can be delivered, installed and commissioned as a turnkey solution. High-quality components and materials ensure durable, long-term operation. The decentralized stations are connected to the central data acquisition via radio or store the data in the built-in logger. If necessary, a GSM/GPRS connection to the station can also be established. In the basic equipment, an automatic weather station includes measuring, recording, transmission, archiving and visualization of the measurement data. In addition to the desired sensor technology, a five meter high mast, hot-dip galvanized with rungs and climbing protection, a power supply using a solar panel and a control cabinet with data logger and lightning protection are installed as standard.

Acision RHT6100 Humidity & Temperature Meter

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The thermo hygrometer usually offers contactless working which enables non-destructive measurements. The thermo hygrometer is very useful, ideal to use at home, office, warehouse, hospital, laboratory and more.

Key features

• Displays temperature humidity
• Max & Min Temperature / Humidity memories
• °C & °F temperature display switch
• Calendar function, hour beep function, alarm Clock
• 12 & 24 hour time format

Vortex Weather Forecasting

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Reduce uncertainty with accurate weather forecasting for your site-specific locations. 

StormGeo’s weather forecasting services let you perform your operations safely and efficiently, utilizing every weather window in a commercially optimal way. 

• Accurate forecasting: forecasting services are subject to the highest levels of quality control, from the supervision and correction of each individual forecast to the overall quality management of all data streams.
• Customizable features: the weather forecasting features are highly customizable and can be adjusted to match the needs of each specific client and project.
• Reliable source: our services are based on experience from decades of weather forecasting and decision support from around the world

BASTA cloud radar

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The BASTA is a cloud radar (95GHz) dedicated to cloud and fog observation. Unlike Pulsed Radars that allow excellent performances but are very expensive, The BASTA uses a less powerful (0,5W) transmitter turning the solution more affordable. Technology The lack of power of the transmitter is compensated by FMCW (frequency modulated continuous wave) Technology and associated signal processing treatment.

BASTA enables to obtain the vertical distribution of clouds and the hydrometeors sedimentation speed. Designed with several operating modes allowing vertical resolutions from 12.5 m to 100 m. Each resolution corresponds to a field of study, the 12,5m resolution is adapted to fog and precipitation studies, the 100 m mode is much more fitted for high clouds observation.

An intermediary mode is available. This innovative and brand new radar measures the reflected energy of the hydrometeors and can be linked to the water content of the cloud. The less the resolution is in distance the best the radar sensitivity will be. The Doppler capability of the instrument allows to measure the velocity of the hydrometeors. Last but not least it is also possible to assess the size of droplets and ice crystals.

Main features:

• Measurement of reflectivity and Doppler Velocity
• Low power needed with direct impact on cost reduction
• Tropospheric profile up to 12 km (20 km in tropics)
• BASTA provides real time 24/7 vertical observations of cloud structure
• Fog monitoring capability for enhanced security on airports (Nowcasting)
• High mobile capability allowing BASTA to be used as a calibration mean for other radars

HDA-Pro

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Category: Waste Water, Meteorology, Water Quality, Discharge Measurement, Surface water, Groundwater

Operating devices:

• Robust 10.1" tablet PC with Windows 10 Operating System
• Protection class IP65
• 1 x RS232 interface, 2 x USB, VGA, LAN, MicroSD Slot, Loudspeaker
• Integrated GPS, 5 megapixel camera, Bluetooth®, WWAN (Optional)

Robust, shockproof, handy:
The HDA-Pro with a 10.1" display is a multi-function tablet PC for use in rough environments and therefore it is a multi-purpose device.

Powerful and innovative:
The HDA-Pro scores with its fast Intel Quad-core processor and  large 10.1" wide-screen LED (1366x768 pixels) with ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts the backlighting to the surrounding light conditions. 

Smart:
The HDA-Pro dazzles with its excellent basic equipment: 4 GB DDR3 RAM/128GB SSD, integrated 5 megapixel camera to carry out photographic documentation, built-in GPS, connectivity of external devices and storage media (USB, RS232, VGA, MiniSD, Micro). Optionally, the HDA-Pro is also available with WWAN for mobile Internet.

Multi-tasking capability:
The HDA-Pro is the ideal assistant for numerous measurement tasks. Configuration and adjustment of data collectors and data readout via USB/ Bluetooth with SEBA operating software ConfigPC. Implementation of ADCP measurements Software WinRiver II, vane measurements Software Q 3.1, data visualisation and analysis with DEMASvis and lots more

Weather radars C-band, X-band, S-band

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Meteopress is proud to introduce a fully Solid-State SW based C-band, X-band and S-band weather radars.

They feature Dual-Polarization, Doppler and 3D Volumetric scanning. Single platform that allows to choose between the band.

Easy to install, light and rigid structure, ultra low life-cycle costs thanks to advanced GaN solid-state power amplifiers operating in C-Band, X-band, S-band frequencies range with COTS components and fully remote autonomous operation.

• SW Based Radar
• In-house Solid-State
• Infinite-speed Doppler
• RadarCrate deployment

Historical weather

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Use Yesterday’s Weather to Impact Tomorrow.

Understand the impact of weather on your everyday business to power AI-driven insights.

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iMS-100 GPS Radiosonde

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GPS radiosonde is an Upper-air sounding instrument to measure various types of meteorological data; wind speed, wind direction, pressure, temperature and humidity. Wind speed, wind direction and pressure are calculated from the travel speed and altitude obtained by GPS positioning techniques. Every 1 second measured data are transmitted to ground receiving system via 400-406 MHz band.

Compact and commonly-used devices are aggressively adopted in iMS-100 to achieve downsizing (just only 38 g including one battery) and its cost reduction. iMS-100 also serves for total operation cost saving by using smaller balloon and reducing the gas amount depending on the target height. Furthermore, the lightweight package greatly enhances safety in the sounding operation even without parachute when it accidently falls down on land, especially.

Improved sensor boom achieves higher accuracy in temperature measurement. Also, newly developed high response humidity sensor enables more accurate humidity measurement even in low temperature environment (below –40?). In addition to the advantages of cost and safety, the innovative downsizing can minimize pendulum motions and heat contamination from the sonde itself during launch, which improves the measurement performances in terms of wind and temperature.

MARWIS-UMB - road weather sensor I OTT Hydromet

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MARWIS is the first road and runway weather sensor detecting road conditions, temperatures, friction and other parameters mobile and in real time from driving vehicles...

The mobile road weather sensor MARWIS turns vehicles into driving weather stations by detecting several critical road and runway weather parameters. It can be installed on vehicles with a distance of 1 - 2m above the surface and delivers information about temperatures, waterfilm heights, dew points, road conditions (dry, moist, wet, snow, ice), ice percentages, rel. humidity and friction with a frequency of up to 100 times per second.

It serves as an important decision support with regard to preventive gritting. Due to the open interface protocols, MARWIS can be easily integrated into existing winter maintenance monitoring networks. Similarly, the mobile road sensor can communicate directly with the control system on gritting vehicles. The measurement data output supports the protocol UMB binary.

• Parameters measured:Layer thickness of water, snow and ice, surface conditions (dry, damp, wet, snow, ice), friction, optional: road surface temperature
• Measurement technology:Weighing principle
• Product Highlights:Mobile, plug and play, 100 measurements per second with max. output rate of 10Hz, multifunctional, real time thermal mapping, wireless data transfer
• Interface:Bluetooth, RS485, CAN-Bus

PT-12 Precision Thermometer

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The Pt12 is a highly precise and stable platinum resistance thermometer (PRT) based multi-channel temperature measurement system. Using a custom designed high-quality measurement circuit with full current reversal and multiplexed sampling, the Pt12 provides 12 channels of low uncertainty temperature data for validation and calibration engineers.

Supports THERMOtelligent™ Smart 4-Wire PRTs
THERMOtelligent™ Smart-Platinum Resistance Thermometers save you valuable time and decrease the possibility of measurement errors by eliminating the need to change calibration coefficients in the thermometer readout when temperature probes are changed.

Adjustable Current Modes
Using one of three automatic or user selectable currents, the Pt12 repeatedly scans all 12 channels. Employing a full reversal current source, the Pt12 eliminates polarity sensitive errors normally inherent to DC measuring techniques. Accuracy is further enhanced by referencing all measurements to high stability, temperature compensated internal refence resistors.

Multiple Coefficient Modes
The integrated firmware allows each channel to be individually programmed with ITS-90 or Callendar-Van Dusen (CVD) coefficients for direct conversion of resistance measurements to temperature. It incorporates a full color,  pinch zoom touch screen as the user interface. Although not required for operation, the PT12 may also be  connected to a PC over an RS-232 or USB interface.

iGASair internet gas monitor

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iGASair is our internet gas monitor, which can measure 8 different gas species simultaneously.

iGASair connects to Turnkey’s AirQWeb cloud server, and can be used alongside our range of dust and vibration & noise instruments to allow integrated monitoring of a wide range of environmental measurements.

Gas sensors are housed in a shielded manifold and aspirated with an ultra-quiet pump, making it suitable for outdoor and indoor air pollution monitoring. 

• Records up to 8 gas species simultaneously
• Automatic zeroing virtually eliminates drift
• Integrated with AirQWeb for live monitoring
• Can be used alongside Turnkey dust monitors

Meteodrones

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Tornadoes are a weather phenomenon that is not uncommon in the US. Due to the current weather data situation, however, tornadoes can only be detected very late. A fact that Meteomatics is able to change with their self developed Meteodrones.

The weather drone data enables an early estimation of the Tornado potential by supporting a more accurate forecast. With a size of just 60cm x 60cm, the Meteodrone is very small and looks harmless. Nevertheless the unmanned flying object is designed for very high speeds.

MWS®-C400 weather station

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The MWS®-C400 is the professional-grade, wireless, all-in-one weather station built for commercial applications and businesses in need of the most accurate meteorological data in one tough and lightweight package.

It is a streamlined version of the proven Micro Weather Station (MWS®), which has been deployed in over 60 countries on all 7 continents. The C400 is the most affordable all-in-one weather sensing solution from Intellisense, and it comes standard with cloud-based data logging, communications, and a solar power system with a rechargeable battery pack to autonomously gather and report over 20 environmental parameters. Experience the latest innovation in weather-sensing technology by requesting a quote today.

Flood Risk Assessment (FRA)

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By gaining insight into the flood risk to your site you can make better decisions to prevent or minimise the damage that flooding can cause. Our expertise in flood risk assessments help hundreds of clients do that each year, from individual property owners across the UK to international developers.

We use Environmental Agency data, information from local councils, and our own independent flood modelling software (Flowroute-I™) to accurately predict flood risk to any site in the UK to a variety of different flood event possibilities. This gives you the most accurate representation of flood risk to your site so you can effectively mitigate against any potential flood event.

Our flood risk assessments (FRAs) use the latest available data and in-depth surveys to help you:

• Gain planning permission
• Make better and more informed insurance decisions
• Gain environmental credits for your development
• Ensure business continuity in the event of a flood
• Plan mitigation measures in the event of a flood
• Understand the full flood risk to your site

Boxwall BW102

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After a year of development we are now launching our new product – the Boxwall BW102. Like our previous model, the BW52, the new flood barrier is self-anchoring. Each “box” in the new barrier is automatically ballasted by up to 1.2 tons of water, but weighs itself only 15 kg (34 lbs). As a comparison a single box replaces 144 sandbags a 18 kg (40 lbs) in an sandbag barrier of equal height. Thanks to the low weight and the easy handling it is now possible for anyone to protect their own house, their own company or their own school by building an own flood barrier. Most often the half meter (20″) high BW52 will be enough, but with the BW102 we are now also able to hold back one meter (40″) deep water.

Sky2 Weather Camera Station

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• Ultra-wide Angle Camera
• 4 Atmospheric Sensors (Temperature, Humidity, Barometric Pressure, Precipitation) 
• Battery Charged with Solar Panel
• Real-time Collection and Transmission of Data
• Weatherproof and Durable Construction

LRX-1 lightning network detector

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The LRX-1 Lightning Network Detector allows users to create a lightning detection network. In the standard configuration, data from multiple distributed lightning detectors is sent over the internet to a central server for processing. Once the exact strike location is calculated the data is both stored in a database on the server and sent back over the internet to live display clients. Static and animated lightning maps can also be created for display on a web site.

X-Band Cloud Radar MIRA-10

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MIRA-10 is a vertically pointing X-band radar specifically designed for the collection of high-quality radar Doppler spectra and moments of liquid and frozen hydrometeors. It uses a solid state amplifier for transmitting and operates either in pulse mode or in pulse compression mode. These modes can be chosen by the user depending on the required sensitivity, range resolution and lowest useable range gate.

In pulse mode it transmits pulses with a pulse length from 100 to 400 ns corresponding to a range resolution of 15 to 60 m. In pulse compression mode MIRA-10 transmits longer frequency modulated pulses. As the peak transmitting power is limited for the solid state amplifier used in the transmitter and the pulse repetition rate (PRF) is limited for preventing second trip echoes the average transmitting power and with it the sensitivity can only be increased by increasing the pulse length. By modulating the transmitted signal and correlating the receiving signal with the transmitted chirp, a higher sensitivity is achieved while the range resolution is retained. For generating the frequency modulated transmitting pulse MIRA-10 uses a Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS).

Main Specifications:

• Peak transmitting power: 800 W
• Maximum average power: 40 W
• Number of range gates: 800
• Transmitting frequency range: 9.2 … 9.6 GHz
• Antenna diameter: 2.4 m
   

METEOHELIX weather station

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Take control of your local weather impacts with accuracy to World Meteorological Organization (WMO) standards with this wireless all-in-one weather station.

Featuring a patented helical design, MeteoHelix® is the only micro-weather station able to meet quality standards for climatic observations in all weather conditions as set by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). It is being evaluated around the world and uses LoRaWAN, Sigfox and NB-IoT for wireless data transmission.

• Solar powered with up to 6 months without sun
• Simple to install and to setup
• Wireless data 5 times per hour with no wires & no antenna
• Measurements to World Meteorological Organization (WMO) standards
• Rugged and precise in extreme climates
• Helical design catches dirt on the outside and keeps internal sensors clean.

APG All Precipitation Gauge APG-815

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OSI’s APG-815-DS uses proven optical scintillation technology and offers many performance and maintenance advantages over traditional tipping bucket and weighing type rain gauges.

• Additional Capability
  Reports Present Weather Codes
• Superior Technology
  APG® uses Optical Scintillation which is superior to other methods
• Long-term reliability
  Operates unattended 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
• Adaptive Heater Technology (AHT)
  Ideal for solar operation
• Data access
  Low cost cellular modem option
• Self-diagnostics & Testing
  Continuously monitors performance and informs user of trouble
• Low maintenance

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ARC-C250P – C-band Weather Radar

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The ARC C250P radar is designed for high quality data acquisition and analysis in both research and operational settings. ARC utilizes the NCAR-developed TITAN/CIDD radar product generation and display software, which has been refined through decades of research and operational use around the planet, for both standard and polarimetric radar products.

The ARC C250P has been implemented for studying precipitation variability and Quantitative Precipitation Estimation (QPE) for water resource management. It is an ideal operational system for monitoring severe and hazardous weather in real-time, as well as for post-event research and analysis of severe and hazardous weather and cloud and precipitation formation.

Proteus Forecasting Application

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PROTEUS FROM EEC

Get more than just a picture
Proteus is a multi-platform forecasting application, designed for detailed integration and analysis of meteorological satellite imagery and data.

Greater Accuracy In Forecasting
The Proteus image-processing suite offers meteorologists, oceanographers, environmental agencies, and other research organizations the ability to perform detailed analysis of imagery and data from weather satellite systems.

Proteus is able to export all available temperature values for a particular location into a spreadsheet for the evaluation of long-range trends, and allows for cross-analysis of radar, model forecast, and synoptic weather observation data to develop a complete and more accurate forecast.

The capability to integrate satellite images with comprehensive, real-time land, sea, and atmospheric data, makes Proteus a superior forecasting solution

Atmos 41 weather station

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Weather station by METER Group: Sofware with AI supported systems and simple interface. Valuable guidance by peer scientists. We are the trusted advisor you can collaborate with. Accurate. Measurement Devices. Affordable. Automated Measurements. Easy-to-Install.
 

X-band Weather Radar WRS400

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X-band Weather Radar WRS400 is short-range radar that is perfect for detailed localized weather detection. It can also be used to fill in the common detection gaps in traditional long-range networks to form a complete weather radar system that is unparalleled in quality and consistency.

Vaisala’s WRS400 delivers detailed storm system data that includes the exact path and precipitation levels, precipitation type and ground-level amounts, and ground-level disturbances such as microbursts and tornadoes.

This is critical weather information for those preparing for storms, hurricanes, and other dangerous weather conditions.

EASY INSTALLATION
The WRS400 boasts a compact design, plug-and-play installation, and simple integration into radar networks. This simplifies site selection and allows you to be up and running within a week.

Although the unit is primarily designed for fixed installations, its design enables for relatively easy transport from one location to another.

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY
WRS400 radar delivers highly accurate, comprehensive measurement data with exceptional resolution and precision. It is extremely effective for short-range meteorological surveillance applications.

The WRS400 is engineered to work 24/7 in humidity, high altitude, structural icing, dust, wind, power outages, and other demanding conditions.

HIGH DATA QUALITY & AVAILABILITY
Independent solid-state transmitters provide excellent accuracy and sensitivity, and allow the WRS400 to deliver more precise, higher-resolution weather information.

Built-in monitoring and internal redundancies improve system maintainability and reliability. This makes it an extremely reliable system for monitoring strategic locations

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE
The WRS400 can be easily integrated into radar networks built on Vaisala’s own C-band Series Weather Radar, WindCube lidar, or other radars on the market.

As part of a fully integrated and optimized radar network, WRS400 radar helps fill gaps in radar coverage; especially in mountainous terrain, low altitudes, and wind farms.

LOWER INVESTMENT & LIFECYCLE COSTS
Rugged construction, easy deployment, and minimal maintenance requirements make WRS400 radar a highly affordable solution for accurate, short-range weather monitoring needs.

Its compact design that features solid state transmitters reduces overall system complexity and adds to the easy maintainability.

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Weather Stations

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Big weather data muscle on a sleek frame. 

Built to withstand and measure all kinds of threats, our weather station quietly records crucial information about the environment and turns it into the most useful data around–yours.

Requiring little maintenance, your weather station is fully automated with components that interface seamlessly with our tools and applications.Whether you’re monitoring heat and humidity levels or ice cold temperatures to protect people outdoors, measuring rainfall to determine how to treat agriculture, or monitoring neighborhood-level weather conditions for public safety, access to real-time, local weather intelligence is critical.

• Prepare for severe weather
• Protect people and property
• Automate and streamline operations

Operational Support

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Flight Training
Our 2 day training course covers piloting, flight planning & basic maintenance and is a requirement for operational authorisation. The course includes simulator training, real world control, setup and planning of MetSprite missions & manual flight and a classroom session covering airspace, flight envelope, technical details,, meteorological and ground risk assessment. We can also provide guidance on programming custom missions.
 
Mission Planning
For customers using MetSprite for specific profiling, we can create bespoke mission plans in order to reduce your development costs and help you get your data faster and with lower risk. We take the time to discuss your needs and the aims of the operation. With our combined engineering, airspace and meteorological expertise, we ensure the mission plan will fit the site requirements and follow CAA guidelines for UAV flight whilst still providing the data you require.
 
Running Operations
Give yourself peace of mind with Menapia’s ‘Mission as a Service’. Our expert knowledge will provide the data you need without taking time away from what matters to your business.

We provide a dedicated drone pilot for the duration of the operation, carry out risk assessments and complete necessary CAA authorisations. You receive the data in near real-time in the format that suits you; netCDF, CSV, WMO BUFR/TEMP/PILOT, with API integrations.

HydroStation

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The Geolux HydroStation is a compact platform that integrates several Geolux products in a single, easy to install, package. It contains everything required to set-up a hydrological station for monitoring water level and discharge. HydroStation contains not only the required instruments, but also a GPRS-enabled datalogger, a backup battery and a solar panel to provide continuous power on remote locations.
 
The standard version of HydroStation comes equipped with a 20 W solar panel, a 20 Ah lithium battery, a GPRS-enabled SmartObserver datalogger, a Geolux LX-80-15 radar-based water level sensor and a Geolux RSS-2-300 W surface velocity radar. The battery and datalogger are enclosed in a vandal-proof, watertight IP68-rated aluminum enclosure. The solar panel is attached to a adjustable holder which allows easy orientation of the solar panel during station setup.

The HydroStation is equipped with mounting brackets that make installation on an existing structure - such as a bridge - straightforward and easy. There is no need to separately install solar panel, instruments, battery and datalogger on site, and to need to install wiring when doing on-site work. Instead, all the instruments and power lines are already connected. This approach reduces the amount of work required to perform on-site, which is convenient when you need to install multiple hydrological stations in limited time.
 
We also provide customized HydroStations with different hydrological instruments attached, with different solar panel sizes, and with different battery capacity installed. Contact us with your specific requirements, and we will provide a solution that will fit your needs perfectly.

Weather API

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Get fast and easy access to the world’s most accurate weather, ocean, environment and climate data for every location on earth.

Use the full range of historic, real-time and forecast weather data as well as long-term climate data: all available through our unique Weather API!

ALIZIA 380 ultrasonic anemometer

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Thanks to PULSONIC's Low Power Technology, this Ultrasonic Anemometer can be powered entirely by solar energy.

The consumption rate for the ALIZIA 380 is astonishingly low (average consumption level is equal to 7mA@12V).

With this innovative sensor, wind speed and direction are accurately measured.

The ALIZIA 380 is typically used for airports; in different industries for climatic measurements and even for isolated sites.

The ALIZIA 380 is a no-moving-parts flawless wind sensor which can be used in extreme environments thank to a robust and incredibly sturdy stainless-steel housing (IP65 rated).

The ALIZIA 380 has the great advantage to be maintenance free. In addition, the ALIZIA 380 has a spike in order to prevent the birds from roosting and damaging the sensitive elements

Marine Wind Monitor

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The Wind Monitor MA is an accurate and reliable wind sensor specifically designed for the rigors of the marine environment.

The YOUNG Model 05106 Wind Monitor-MA measures horizontal wind speed and direction.  Similar in operation to Model 05103, it utilizes long-lasting, corrosion resistant, ceramic bearings and ruggedized vertical components for the additional rigors of a marine environment.  The sensor is available with different cable lengths that are attached in a sealed capsule internal to the sensor.  The direct output for wind speed is an AC sine wave and direction is a precision potentiometer.  This sensor mounts on a standard 1-inch IPS pipe.  A mounting orientation ring is included.

A separate Surge Protection Assembly, Model 19120, is available that doubles as both a junction box for cable termination and additional electrical transient surge protection.  Separate signal conditioning devices are available to convert the sensor signals to 0-5 V (Model 05603C) or 4-20 mA (Model 05631C).  All three of these devices are enclosed in weatherproof enclosures and come with mounting hardware (Model 19120 is not typically used in conjunction with either Model 05603C or 05631C).

API

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API
Looking for accurate weather data?

Weather Impact’s operational API makes it easy to directly connect to our operational weather services:

• 10 day weather forecast
• weather forecast messages in your language of choice
• weather alerts
• farm management advice
• historical data
  and more

What is an API?
An API (Application Programming Interface) is a way of communicating between computer programmes. By using a very simple piece of computer code, it is possible to make requests to our API. These requests return the services of Weather Impact automatically. Whether you are looking to obtain weather data, or you want to plug your own application onto our meteorological database, or you want to receive complete weather services, the Weather Impact API is an easy way of obtaining all the weather information you need.

Our API
The Weather Impact API is a RESTful API and can be accessed easily using an API Client (e.g. Insomnia, Postman) or using an operational script in a scripting language (e.g. Python). We provide various endpoints for different user types. We offer weather information on grid basis using the Weather Impact Web Services. To obtain information for a single location, you can connect to our Mobile API.

Smart SDI-12 / RS-485 Pressure, Temperature, and Digital Crest Gauge Sensor

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Stevens’ Smart PT is a ceramic membrane pressure and temperature sensor that delivers accurate results for a wide range of fluid level measurement applications. In addition to simple instantaneous measurements, this smart sensor features the ability to capture peak crest levels, and to automatically sample and report basic statistics on a configurable time interval.

A corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing and potted electronics make Smart PT extremely durable and long lasting for submersible water applications.

Smart PT is available with a vented or absolute pressure sensing module. Both versions come equipped with user specified length of cable. The vent tube provides an atmospheric reference which compensates for variations in barometric pressure.

In addition to programmable corrections for local variations in Earth’s gravitational field, Smart PT also compensates automatically for the water temperature-density dependency.

Every Smart PT provides digital SDI-12, RS-485 and Modbus RTU over RS-485. Compatible with existing power and data logging instruments, the sensor can easily be deployed for data collection at remote monitoring sites.

Features:

• < ± 0.1% full scale accuracy
• Aluminum oxide ceramic membrane
• Digital output (SDI-12 / RS485)
• Depth scales available from 2 meters (6.6 feet) up to 200 meters (660 feet)
• Rugged housing and fully potted electronics – no risk of leaking
• Compact size
• Not damaged by freezing water
• Vented or non-vented cable, user specified length
• Direct pipe connection option
• Low power consumption
• Lightning protection
• Overpressure tolerant

Sparvio UAV Sensor System

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Flexible sensor system for UAVs and more

The sensor system Sparvio is a modular system for data collection with logging, real-time telemetry and visualization, supporting a range of sensors. It is designed to start immediate measurements without any further integration. Sparvio supports a large number of simultaneously connected modules and can freely be rearranged by the user thanks to the universal connectors.

Today Sparvio offers sensors with the system to measure parameters such as temperature, humidity, winds, carbon dioxide, ozone, methane and particulates. We are happy to support more sensors on customer request.

For ultimate flexibility, our developers opted to make each sensor smart. Instead of keeping all logic and calibration in a central data logger, our small adapter boards are loaded with a software driver for the sensor. Now even third-party sensors become plug and play and can be hot-swapped in the field.

Next time, instead of trying to set up your UAV with home-made solutions, consult with us!

DFM-17 radiosonde

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The state-of-the-art DFM-17 is our latest Radiosonde and currently one of the lightest and smallest radiosondes on the market. It was designed for precise and reliable measurement of temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind direction and wind speed. It is easy to use, simplifies the preparation before the ascent and thus, making it the ideal instrument for daily sounding.

• Multi GNSS PTU Radiosonde (GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU)
• Excellent temperature and humidity accuracy
• Highly stable transmitter
• Status indication via status LEDs
• Optional XDATA interface
• Optional barometric pressure sensor
• Optional ground check via Near Field Communication (NFC)

Opticast

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Weatherzone’s Opticast is an industry leading high-precision forecast system, optimised for both “realtime nowcasting” as well as up to 15 days. Developed by Weatherzone over 10 years ago, it quickly rose to become one of the most trustworthy forecasts available in the Australian market and has been independently verified to outperform other similar systems.

Opticast is continuously optimised in real time, and significantly outperforms single-model forecasts of temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, cloud cover and rainfall (amongst over 30+ parameters). The forecasts update hourly based on real time observations, and the latest guidance from a suite of Numerical Weather Prediction models.

Automatic weather station

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An Automatic Weather Station is an electronic system that replaces a traditional weather station to measure weather conditions. An AWS usually consists of three key parts:

• Data-logger with communication features (such as GSM/GPRS)
• Solar panel and battery
• Sensors

The key features of an Automatic Weather Station (AWS) are the following:

• High sensor accuracy
• Easy to install and to maintain
• Plug & Play sensor
• Solar powered (except for heated version)
• Robustness
• Automatic Telemetry / Communication
• Data storage
• 24h/365d reliable (an AWS can be installed in the middle of the desert, with no technician at less than 48 hours drive!)

For more than three decades, PULSONIC has been developing a wide range of products to answer its clients needs. PULSONIC provides stations with a flexible configuration: this modularity allows to add sensors according to the needs.

Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR

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The Mini Micro Pulse LiDAR (MiniMPL) is a small form factor, low-power, elastic backscatter lidar. The instrument is a ground-based, optical, remote-sensing system designed to determine the altitude of clouds and to detect atmospheric aerosols. Pulses of energy are transmitted into the atmosphere; the energy scattered back to the transceiver is collected and measured as a time-resolved signal, thereby detecting clouds and aerosols in real time. MPL and MiniMPL are the only LiDARs simultaneously approved for NASA MPLNET, US Dept of Energy ARM program, and EUMETNET.

APPLICATIONS

• Planetary Boundary Layer Characterization
• Pollution Characterization
• Weather Modification Research
• Volcanic Ash Studies
• Wildfire Monitoring and Prediction
• Urban Air Quality Monitoring and Prediction
• Aviation Safety

Seasonal Climate Forecasts

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The World Climate Service produces seasonal climate forecasts up to 6 months in advance and delivers the tools needed to understand and create these challenging predictions.

Commodity trading desk meteorologists using World Climate Service gain multiple benefits. They include:

1. Save time with efficient, intuitive access to a comprehensive suite of climate prediction tools, including forecast models and statistical and analog-based tools. The World Climate Service provides user-friendly access to a comprehensive set of online tools for climate forecasts as well as monthly subjective written seasonal climate forecasts prepared by our experts

2. Create your own forecasts from the interactive WCS analog database. Experienced meteorologists rely on both our subjective expert forecasts and the tools and information we provide. Using World Climate Service tools, meteorologists can diagnose the current state of the climate and prepare an original climate forecast

3. Stay ahead of the competition with unique WCS insight on seasonal climate drivers and risks. The World Climate Service team draws on many years of seasonal forecast experience and cutting-edge research and development, including NOAA-sponsored climate forecasting research. Our experience and insight is ingrained in the web-based interface, the monthly written report, and in the forecasts themselves. Every aspect of the product reflects our expertise in the rapidly advancing science of seasonal forecasting

Wind3D 10K

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3D Scanning Wind Lidar

Product Description

Based on the principle of optical coherence doppler frequency shift detection, the 3D scanning wind lidar Wind3D 10K can be used for monitoring, identification and early warning of low altitude wind shear, for detection of aircraft wake vortex and to enhance the separation reduction of the dynamic wake vortex.

Equipped with optical scanner of highly pointing accuracy, for 3D scanning detection (in DBS /VAD /PPI /RHI /CAPPI/LOS script scanning modes), the detection radius can be up to 12km.

With a variety of detection modes, such as 3D Stereoscopic scanning, aircraft glide path scanning, wind profile scanning, multi lidar networking, etc., it can meet the demand of aviation meteorological wind measurement, and provide users with comprehensive customized solutions and services.

Functional features and advantages

• Full coverage: three dimension wind field detection system for the whole airport and glide slope
• Dual probe design: synchronous measurement of wind field and recording of aircraft flight attitude
• High precision: wind cup level of wind measurement accuracy (<0.1m/s)
• Aviation safety: eye safety and electromagnetic compatibility design
• Multiple scanning modes: DBS/VAD/PPI/RHI/CAPPI/LOS aircraft low altitude wind shear and wake vortex detection mode, supporting lidar mission script programming
• High resolution: 10Hz data refresh rate, 15m range resolution
• Flexible deployment: small in size, light in weight and low in power consumption, which can be easily deployed in airports and stations
• Unattended: remote networking data acquisition and equipment monitoring
• Strong robustness: continuous and stable operation in harsh inland, coastal and plateau environments

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Global Flood Risk Tool

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COMPREHENSIVE FLOOD RISK ANALYSIS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

The Global Flood Risk Tool (GRFT) is Royal HaskoningDHV’s cloud-based platform that delivers accurate and comprehensible flood risk analysis and recommends investment proposals to reduce risk on losing lives and economic damages. The online tool has been developed inhouse by a multidisciplinary team comprising experts with geospatial, software development and flood risk expertise.

GFRT conducts a thorough flood risk assessment and delivers a set of customized solutions if the identified flood risk is considered significant. The output is generated instantly (also for multiple scenarios, with large extents of 20x20km and grid cells of 5m resolution), and the tool is set up in such a way that it can easily connect to, integrate or exchange with other services, tools and models.

Clients who are currently using the tool are port authorities and international financial institutes.

The benefits of the Global Flood Risk Tool are:

• Interactive, visually attractive, geospatially distributed flood risk, and understandable user interface for non-experts
• Enables informed decision-making for increasing flood resilience and business case modelling
• A cloud-based platform with super computer power and parallel computing performance
• Output is generated instantly: has been used to stimulate stakeholder dialogue during real-life session

Contact us for a demo!

Survey Solutions

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SALT provides the following survey solutions:

+ Oceanographic
+ Hydrographic
+ Geophysical / Seismic
+ Hydrology
+ Navigation & Positioning
+ NDT Inspection
+ Environmental
+ Land Survey
+ DP Sensors
+ Laboratory
+ Underwater Robotics

RMT 0100DS-DP S-Band Doppler weather radar

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IACIT, a specialist in meteorology, has developed, manufactured, and installed the RMT 0100DS Weather Radar, a high-performance pulsed radar, S-band (2.7 to 2.9 GHz), tunable, with dual polarization.

RMT 0100 was designed to detect meteorological phenomena over medium distances with greater discernment and classification, using modern technological solutions and updated user interface.

Designed to act as a node in a network, the radar system enables the dissemination of both raw data and products, as well as the integration with information from other weather sensors, such as radars, satellites, weather stations for the generation of composite and overlap products.

The configuration is available according to the application and use, being able to generate modern products with single and dual polarization or specific products for each need.

Applications and Use 

Both climate studies and weather monitoring and forecasting make intense use of sensors that are capable of identifying, quantifying, and classifying meteorological phenomena over great distances. Because of their ability to instantly locate and measure atmospheric precipitation, Weather Radars are among the most recommended sensors for mesoscale weather monitoring and forecasting known as “nowcasting”, used in several fields, such as: Research & Development, Air Traffic Control, Climatology, Agriculture, Water Resources Management, and Civil Defense.

General Features

• Local and remote operation
• No distance limit between the radar and the control and visualization centers
• It can be configured as a network node
• Personal computers and WINDOWS and LINUX operating systems
• User-friendly human machine interface for control and visualization
• Extensive range of meteorological analysis products

METEOR 1700S weather radar

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The METEOR 1700S is a high-powered S-Band weather radar system. It was designed to be employed in severe weather regions, where attenuation by intervening heavy rainfall impedes the precise measurement of precipitation at long ranges.

The sophisticated system features a fully coherent 750kW klystron transmitter to deliver accurate data and maximum clutter suppression. The METEOR 1700S is supplied with GDRX® and Rainbow® for the precise detection and tracking of thunderstorms, wind shear and other severe weather phenomena in tropical regions.

The METEOR 1700S is available with single or dual polarization (DP). The dual polarization option further reduces the impact of rainfall attenuation and makes way for the categorization of different types of hydrometeor such as drizzle, rain, hail and snow.

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Robotsonde

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The Robotsonde is an automatic balloon launcher system that can perform 12 or 24 soundings, scheduled or immediate. Compatible with M10 and M20 radiosonde. 

• Remote controllable and accessible
• Makes the operator’s tasks easier
• Reduce the possibility of human error and wrong handling during preparation/launch phase
• Increases the percentage of successful soundings and the availability of data on the network
• Improves the safety of people especially when hydrogen is used to inflate the balloon
• Facilitates staff management during out of normal working hours (night or weekend) and/or remote location)

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LPA Array

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ARA’s series of log-periodic antenna arrays supports a wide variety of applications requiring high-power transmission. These arrays are designed to meet strict beamwidth, gain, and power handling requirements. The log periodic design produces very broadband characteristics and a unidirectional radiation pattern. These antennas can be used to make accurate electric field strength measurements and an individually calibrated antenna factor curve can be provided.

ARA can also supply the pedestal, positioner, and controller when a full antenna system is required. These systems can support high accuracy positioning. Power requirements and overall durability are our prime concerns to provide a long-term solution.

LPA Series

• Broadband
• High Gain
• High Accuracy Positioning
• Pedestal, Positioner, and Controller Available when a full antenna system is required.
• Aluminum is Gold Iridite and can be supplied with an epoxy paint finish or anodized.
• Made in the USA

Small Flat Antenna Transportable Flyaway SNG-VSAT IP-SNG ELITE Series

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JRC transportable SNG VSAT with Flat Antenna provides a top class high transmission data rate as SNG VSAT up to 9Mbps*, which can quickly establish a satellite communication link anywhere, anytime for transmitting and receiving IP-based various applications.

IP-SNG Elite series can easily provide LAN environment at remote or disaster site and TV repeater station etc, due to its features as easy to carry, install and connection to the headquarters via satellite. Additionally, IP-SNG Elite series also suitable for applications such as VoIP, Video stream, e-mail, Web browsing, etc.

*subject to the field investigation

FEATURES

Compact Style
With its compact style and light weight (approx. 20 kg), you can easily carry by yourself.

Easy Installation
With the easy manual antenna-pointing mechanism, no tools, no instruments and no technical expertise for installation, you can install within 3 minutes. Meanwhile, transmitting level can be controlled remotely from control station.

HD Video Transmission
IP-SNG Elite series can transmit IP-based video streaming with various video codec up to 9 Mbits/s. (Note: Transmission rate depends on satellite performance and power density on the transponder.)

Drip-Proof Structure
With the drip-proof structure complying IPX4, resistant to rainfalls in all direction in the rain, you can install IP-SNG Elite on site even in the rain.

Fixed and Transportable (option)
Option products provide you with 2 type utilization. Normally, you can utilize IP-SNG Elite as fixed communication. On emergency, you can carry and utilize IP-SNG Elite as Transportable VSAT.

S900 9-in-1 Smart Weather Sensor

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Today, data on localised weather, known as microclimates, is the new frontier for more precise and accurate weather forecasting. As a result, the collection of weather data is becoming increasingly smaller and gridded. In light of this, weather stations, which are the most convenient means of collecting weather data, are increasing in demand.

The SenseCAP ONE S900 9-in-1 Compact Weather Sensor can help you collect and monitor environmental and weather data, which are crucial in different application scenarios such as smart cities, agriculture, maritime ports and many different matrixed environments where accuracy is crucial. The SenseCAP ONE S900 is equipped with sensors to measure nine parameters: air temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure, light intensity, rainfall, pollution, PM2.5 & PM10, wind speed, and wind direction.

SenseCAP ONE is IP66 certified, and its strong robust features allows it to withstand even the toughest outdoor environments. Sensors to measure wind speed and wind direction use ultrasound instead of traditional mechanical 3-cup or vane anemometer. The advantage of using ultrasonic sensors is that reducing the movable parts can make the sensor less likely to break and thereby is easier to be maintained without any sacrifices in precision or manpower.

The SenseCAP ONE series uses the RS 485 (MODBUS-RTU) / 232 / 422 (Modbus) / SDI-12 communication protocol. Hence, the SenseCAP ONE compact weather sensor can be used with any datalogger that supports RS 485 (MODBUS-RTU) / 232 / 422 (Modbus) / SDI-12.

We also provide the SenseCAP Sensor Hub 4G Data Logger (supporting solar power and DC wall power) that can be used with the SenseCAP ONE series weather sensor. The data can be transmitted to the Sensor Hub and then to the SenseCAP server or a private server of your choice. If you choose to use the SenseCAP server, we also provide an API for you to seamlessly make your own applications.

S900 9-in-1 Smart Weather Sensor:

Measures:

• Air temperature
• Relative humidity
• Barometric pressure
• Light intensity
• Rainfall (optical)
• Pollution PM2.5
• Pollution PM10
• Wind speed
• Wind direction (ultrasonic).

Additional information:

METEOR 700S weather radar

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The METEOR 700S is a high-powered S-Band weather radar system designed to be employed in severe weather regions, where attenuation by intervening heavy rainfall impedes the precise measurement of precipitation at long ranges. The system features an 850kW magnetron transmitter driven by a solid-state modulator with graceful degradation providing fault-tolerant operation and higher system availability.

The METEOR 700S is supplied with GDRX® and Rainbow® for the precise detection and tracking of thunderstorms, mesocale convective systems and other severe weather phenomena in tropical regions.

The METEOR 700S is available with single or dual polarization (DP). The dual polarization option further reduces the impact of rainfall attenuation, improves rain rate accuracy and makes way for the categorization of different types of hydrometeor such as drizzle, rain, hail and snow.

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NEMo outdoor air quality monitor

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NEMo Outdoor – Ambient air monitoring for industries and smart cities

LVOC – TVOC – Temperature – Humidity – Pressure – NO2 – O3 – PM1-2.5-10

Air quality in cities is a major issue nowadays. Residents’ health condition can be easily affected by air pollution which causes allergies, respiratory tract infections and cardiovascular diseases. To address this challenge, cities are setting up a network of sensors to carry out simulation and pollution prediction models to better advice inhabitants.

HY-SLV2E Visibility Sensor

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EOS DB Reception System Bundle

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All the performance, with the convenience and cost savings of a completed integrated package specifically designed to do the job.

For customers that want the convenience of a pre-configured solution that is installed and running in a short timeframe, Orbital Systems has designed system bundles that match the requirements for science research and meteorological applications.  The typical timeline from initial purchase to an operational system is four months.

Reception loss caused by what is sometimes called a “keyhole effect” is eliminated by the high speed of azimuth rotation in Orbitals’ two axis products. When tracking a near overhead pass the 2.4m through 3.7m products use a predictive motion with a peak azimuth velocity of 60 degrees/sec, and acceleration at up to 60 degrees/sec².  The 1.8m product does these motions at up to 50 degrees/sec.  These very high speeds serve to reduce loss of signals on a worst case near overhead pass.  Orbitals’ 5m positioner utilizes three axis tracking to reduce the worst case maximum tracking velocity requirement for a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to about 7 degrees/sec allowing use at any practical frequency.

System bundles combine Orbital’s most popular products along with professional installation assistance to provide the highest quality integrated and pre-tested system available at the lowest possible cost.  The bundle installation shares the installation responsibility with the customer who handles foundation construction, running system cables, ordering crane service, handling of crates on installation day, etc.  Full turnkey installation services are available in most countries when utilizing Orbitals’ certified resellers or systems integrator partners.   

2.4XLC  XL Band EOS DB Reception System Bundle

Features

• A complete and fully integrated bundle tracking LEO and MEO satellites that receives X and L Band EO DB data and processes it to level 0, including Terra, Aqua, MODIS, METOP, NPP NOAA POES, FY1, FY3, DMSP and JPSS1
• Includes all necessary high performance RF system components tracking X and L Band satellites
• High reliability antenna positioner and the EOS-FES with an intuitive GUI for overall management
• EOS-FES ties together and synchronizes all system components to automate passes, track satellites, receive and ingest DB data, and then process data to level 0
• Automatic TLE updates as well as remote diagnosis and software updates
• Remote support and assistance available for integration with customer’s application processing software
• High level data processing software and hardware options may be configured as a custom option
• Shared installation responsibility between customer and Orbital Systems ensures a cost effective installation and keeps total installation costs to a minimum

TRwS4E15 rain weight sensor

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TRwS4E15 - Unique Self-Emptying System. The world´s most innovative TOTAL RAIN weight sensor.

No blocking, no maintenance, no limit for rain intensity, no energy for emptying.

Less than 1 sec emptying time.

Emptying each:

• 11 sec with 50 mm/min rain intensity 
• 17 hours with 0.01 mm/min rain intensity

Ultra low power consumption.

Meteorological TFT WindDisplay

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The Gill Instruments Meteorological TFT WindDisplay is a combined wind speed and direction indicator. Wind information is displayed using a 8.5" LED backlight, industrial grade, LCD screen and the data will be indicated with a true viewing angle of 170°

The Meteorological TFT WindDisplay has been designed to operate with the Gill WindObserver and WindSonic wind sensors. Meteorological TFT WindDisplay receives data directly from the wind sensor in NMEA mode without the need for additional interfaces. It provides the power supply for the wind sensor and can be "daisy chained" to a second wind display to transfer wind sensor information.

Depending upon the capacity and type of cable used, data transfer is possible up to a distance of 1000m.

User configurable, this wind speed indicator can display wind speed in various scales, mph, m/s, knots, km/h and Beaufort. The power supply can also be configured to meet specific customer requirements.

A standard wind display has 0?-359? scale for meteorological installations.

• Digital Output
• Max Gust
• 0-359° wind direction
• M/S, Knots, MPH, KM/H and Beaufort
• 2/10 Min and User Defined Average
• Automatic, Manual and Option Remote Brightness Control
• Wind Variation
• Datalogging to SD Card

573 Dew Point Mirror

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The 573 Dew Point Mirror is a high performance 19″ rack format instrument that is very well suited to fixed industrial installations. The 573 is equipped with an integral measurement head, pressure sensor, sample pump and flow meter for continuous precision monitoring of frost/dew point and absolute humidity values across a wide range of applications.

The 573 is very similar in specification to the 973, but adds the capability to measure dew points above the ambient temperature thanks to versions with heated measuring heads and sampling tubes. A special option on the 573H and 573HX variants is an automated steam trap that provides user controlled draining of condensation collected during operation at dew points up to 95 ?C.

Features

• Integral frost/dew point measuring head
• Internal sample pump
• Optimal Response Injection System
• ForceFrostTM 
• Ice-Test user calibration verification
• User configurable sampling circuit
• Drop-in replacement for DP3, DP8 and DP30
• Dew points up to +95 ?C

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MetOcean View

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MetOceanView is a high-resolution web-based weather forecasting tool for marine operations management. It provides a robust delivery platform that allows you to access, monitor and manipulate weather information required for effective planning and operations.

MetOceanView uses the latest ocean and atmospheric forecast models that are customised at the most appropriate scale for your operation. A high resolution wave model can be configured and run exclusively for any specific location’s unique topography and features.

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Lightning Detection Networks

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Industry-leading lightning detection and monitoring systems designed and built to your specific needs and supported by the Vaisala team of weather experts.

PRECISION NETWORKS
Vaisala lightning detection networks are complete end-to-end systems that provide comprehensive, reliable data. Vaisala’s sensors detect both in-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning, with processors delivering highly-accurate location, classification, polarity, and amplitude information. The display software lets users see it all through real-time monitoring.

Airlines, meteorological agencies, and other weather-sensitive industries around the world rely on Vaisala’s lightning technologies to improve forecasts, trigger severe weather warnings, and keep their operations running at peak efficiency.

MORE WITH LESS
Vaisala sensors use a combination of magnetic direction finding and time-of-arrival techniques to deliver superior detection efficiency, optimal location accuracy, and system redundancy.

The technology delivers significantly greater accuracy and requires 70% fewer sensors. This saves users in total cost of ownership, installation, site hosting, and hardware maintenance, and it provides them with a more sustainable solution.

ACCURATE & TRUSTED
Vaisala lightning detection networks capture more of the real-time lightning data required for effective early alerts, lightning reports, and accurate risk modeling, policy planning and incident investigations. With the power of the most accurate lightning detection network, users will know each type of lightning, its intensity and frequency, storm speed and direction, and even when it should clear their location.

Vaisala lightning detection technology is utilized in more than 45 countries — including by the U.S. National Weather Service and the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) for over 25 years — to maximize productivity and keep people safe.

STANDALONE OR SUBSCRIPTION
With Vaisala, users can choose the detection network option that best suits their weather monitoring needs. Vaisala’s team of engineers and storm monitoring experts can help users design and build their own complete monitoring network that includes sensors, processors, and display software.

Users can also choose a subscription service option that leverages the Vaisala Global Lightning Detection Network (GLD360), which accurately captures real-time lightning data in even the most remote parts of the world.

LIGHTNING EXPERTISE
Vaisala lightning networks are built on 80-plus years of experience in weather measurement technology from operational experienced meteorologists, weather technology experts, and PhDs in meteorology and lightning physics. This is why the scientifically-proven Vaisala technology sets and maintains the world standards for lightning detection.

International Centre for Earth Data

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First of its kind cloud-based, commercial marketplace for analysis ready Earth observation data

Orbital Micro Systems has built the International Centre for Earth Data (ICED). The platform is the world’s first market-sustainable commercial platform for the integration and dissemination of Earth Observation data. ICED’s innovative and flexible cloud based design enables the integration of both government and commercial data sets to meet the near-real time needs of businesses and industry. ICED is poised to become the premier platform where data providers, analytic companies, industry and the public at large meet in order to access, analyze, distribute and utilize remotely sensed data in 21st century.

Through ICED, users will have access to an unsurpassed level of reliable, timely and streamlined information on the Earth’s physical, chemical and biological systems. For the first time, organizations in aviation, maritime, agriculture, finance, energy, insurance and risk mitigation will be able to utilize the power of information in real-time of how weather and environmental factors impact their sector. Within ICED, data derived from innovative remote-sensing satellites and ground instrumentation are immediately available to all kinds of users, eliminating needless barriers to entry and enabling a framework for new application development and analysis.

ICED is a marketplace for Earth observation data. Until now, Earth data has been largely the domain of governments. Despite being available free of charge, existing data catalogs require data producers to give up ownership of their valuable products, can be complicated to navigate, and require different processing from each catalogue they access. This is unsustainable! 80% of Earth observation assets will be in private hands in the next 5 years. The market is in desperate need of a way for data producers to own their data and sell it to those who are using it as close to the source and as efficiently as possible.

Smart 4G IoT Powerful Sensor Hub

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Smart 4G IoT Powerful Sensor Hub (LoRaWAN Gateway)

Powerful 4G data logger that can connect to a maximum of 32 RS-485 sensors. It is designed with industry standards, robust and stable. IP66 rated, waterproof and dustproof, it is highly suitable for long-term remote environmental monitoring indoor and outdoor applications.

Sensor Hub is also equipped with 10MB onboard memory, to store more than 700,000 measurements locally in case of a bad connection. For the version with a built-in rechargeable battery, the large-capacity lithium battery ensures the devices work for up to 2 weeks after a power outage or during wet weather.

Suitable for:

• Smart Agriculture
• Smart City
• Smart Buildings
• Smart Industry
• Environmental Monitoring
• Other wireless Sensing Applications

HYDRIX® weather radar

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The HYDRIX® weather radar proposed by NOVIMET is a specialized radar for rainfall measurement. Associated to the ZPHI® software, it offers the same precision as 11000 rain gauges spread over a radius of 60 km.

HYDRIX® radar operates at X band and possesses the Doppler and polarimetric capability. At X band, an accurate antenna resolution is obtained with a moderate antenna size (1.5 m diameter). Thus wind resistance (to 180 km/h) of the positioner may be achieved without radome. The interest of operating without radome is two fold:

• When raining over the radome, a water film develops, that induces a severe insertion loss and biases the radar calibration. Hydrophobic painting on the radome is not a practical solution since it loses its property after six months of outside exposure. Operating without radome allows avoiding this major inconvenient
• The radome increases significantly the total mass of the system and increases infrastructure constraint and complexity of installation. The HYDRIX® antenna of the offset type has been specified for particularly low side lobes (<-30 dB), which reduces the ground clutter and improves the radar visibility in complex terrain

The latest generation of HYDRIX radar embeds the whole radar electronics in the pedestal, which is airtight and cooled by an air-conditioning unit. Thus, the radar is fully protected against outdoor aggression such as dust salted fog or insects.

X-Band Compact Weather Radar JMA-912

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Features
X-Band Compact Weather Radar with Fully Solid State Technology. Wide-range radar performance with a compact design.

All-In-One
The JMA-912 system is a compact, all-in-one design consisting of an antenna, an antenna control unit, a transmitter/receiver unit, and a signal processor unit, all of which are housed in a 1.8m high and 1.8m diameter radome. This all-in-one radar can be easily transported and installed.
Weather radar observation can be conducted by using only a general-purpose PC connected to the radar sensor by an optical LAN cable.

Earthquake Resistance
The JMA-912 has dual-polarization/doppler functions and an earthquake-resistant, rugged body. It can be used not only as a fixed station but also as a mobile or transportable station due to its compact design.

High-performance and High-resolution
The JMA-912 is a small mesh resolution weather radar and can be used for local observation such as to observe urban torrential rain. It has the sensitivity to detect a rain phenomenon of 1mm/h at observation range more than 80km. In addition, doppler speed is detected from differences between transmission frequency and reception frequency and each parameter of polarized wave is detected from dual polarization constitution.

Flexibility
The radar control software has a Web interface function. This function makes it possible to perform observation control, operation monitoring, editing of the observation schedule, and viewing of operation history including the alarm information and remote diagnostics of the radar from every PC connected on the network.

IAQ Monitor NEMoxt Station

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The IAQ Monitor NEMo Station enables the analysis of particulate matters – a silent helper of SARS-CoV-2 virus

Particulate matters and VOC
Reducing particulate matters in indoor air helps limit the risk of contamination, by reducing irritation and therefore the penetration of the virus in the body, but also by reducing its possibilities of its diffusion.

LINET Data

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With LINET data small as well as large private and public companies get detailed numerical lightning information in real time.

LINET data is the classical nowcast product. Both small as well as large private companies and public institutions receive detailed numerical real-time lightning information via LINET data. This data can then be imported into the user’s systems and combined with further data sources.

The user can access the data files in real time in various formats via the internet. In addition to standard information pertaining to the location, time and stroke current, LINET reliably differentiates between intra-cloud strokes and cloud-to-ground strokes, and even ascertains the height of intra-cloud strokes.
 
The data packages provide you with the following information:  

• Date & time
• Geo-coordinates
• Lightning amperage
• Lightning type: cloud-to-ground or intra-cloud
• Emission height of intra-cloud strokes

Green Energy Revenue Guarantee

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Unreliable energy estimates have resulted in industry-wide systematic underproduction far more frequently than was realized.

Equity investors’ returns are extremely exposed to this risk considering their position in the capital structure. A Green Energy Revenue Guarantee (“G.E.R.G.”) can transfer future, uncertain PPA settlements from the energy buyer to coverage provider for a fixed agreed upon premium.

The purpose of the G.E.R.G is to reduce production risk thereby allowing sponsors to better optimize the capital stock of their assets. This in turn, can improve asset values, and allow the owner to make sharper, more competitive offers for PPA’s in the market.

The G.E.R.G guarantees up to 95% of P50 energy generation including, irradiance deficiency, lack of wind, excess snow, degradation, tracker issues, and installation problems.

The G.E.R.G places an investment grade “floor” on 95% of the remaining sources of uncertainty, stabilizing cashflow. This enables lenders to size debt based on the insured floor instead of a volatile projection. If the project is successful you have a profitable investment. If not, you have a guarantee of the revenue. For corporate buyers who do not want to hold this speculative exposure, this guarantee agreement enables them to exchange the uncertainty of future PPA settlement gains and losses for a single, fixed annual payment.

PVMet Solar Monitoring System

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Advanced Weather Management with Solar Monitoring Precision

The RainWise family of professional-grade Photovoltaic (PV) solar monitoring systems are specifically designed for utility, commercial, and industrial solar arrays. Leading inverter and solar monitoring companies worldwide have chosen RainWise as the #1 provider of meteorological systems for our proven reliability, easy deployment, and accurate data. The PVMet™ product family is the best solar monitoring system on the market with plug-and-play setup, real-time monitoring, and precise data acquisition.

Gain insights into the efficiency and status of your Solar Monitoring System
The PVmet™ weather station provides strategic environmental data that significantly increases the value of any on-site solar monitoring system. Our solar specific sensors provide real-time measurement of key performance indicators such as irradiation measurement, back-of-module temperature, and ambient air temperatures. Additional environmental sensors provide critical information to enable performance modeling, fault detection, and maintenance scheduling for maximum system production. Standard models come fully assembled, are easy to install, and are fully operational in minutes. 

VAPex

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The VAPex range has been designed particularly for low flow sampling of vapours and gases in working environments. Its Intrinsically Safe design and remote operation via the Airwave App makes it ideal for modern day sampling requirements. With a wide flow range of 20mL - 500mL, the VAPex personal sampling pump has outstanding back pressure capability. This capability ensures uninterrupted smooth operation of the pump in even the most demanding situations. 

Do not worry about battery life either. The VAPex pump has a high performing Li-Ion battery with a an indicator on the screen showing the remaining battery life. At optimum use of 200mL/min (20cm H?O Back Pressure), the battery lasts beyond 34 hours. 

The VAPex pump has one of the most practical, slim and lightweight cases designed with user convenience in mind. The wearing clip comes with a lifetime guarentee. 

• Pocket size form factor
• Display with highly visible colour coded menus
• Motion sensor to ensure compliance and operation
• Ergonomically designed case weighting on 220 grams
• Recessed inlet to prevent damage
• Large buttons with lockable keypad
• Bluetooth capabilities for remote calibration
• Compatible with Casella's Airwave App for remote access and control

Avimet Aviation Weather Management System

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AviMet combines assessments of wind, visibility, cloud height, pressure, lightning, windshear, precipitation, runway surface conditions, and more to produce real-time reports and alerts.

Our sensors are designed specifically for aviation and chosen based on the unique needs of an airport. The core system can be scaled from small, uncategorized airports to the largest CAT III hubs. By merging advanced sensor and system algorithms with accurate weather observations and reporting, AviMet gives you comprehensive situational awareness of the weather within and above the boundaries of the airport.

AviMet supports many different aviation processes:

• Aeronautical meteorological reporting and forecasting
• Air traffic management and control
• Pilot decision-making
• Runway condition management and reporting
• Airport ground operations  

The AviMet solution and its sensors conform to all relevant ICAO standards and recommendations, as well as WMO regulations and guidelines.

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Vortex3

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Ideal for area sampling for airborne contaminants including Asbestos and other hazardous materials. 

The award-winning Vortex3 is the latest generation of static, high flow rate sampling pumps, which can now be controlled and monitored from your mobile phone or tablet.

• High flow rate (5-12 L/min)
• Impressive back pressure capability
• Full colour OLED display
• Compatibility with the Airwave App for easy remote monitoring
• Inlet pressure monitored to establish filter loading
• Mains and battery-powered
• Rugged IP65 design
• Case finish enables easy decontamination
• Flow accuracy better than +/-5% to comply with ISO 13137
• An interlocking mechanism enabling multiple pumps to be carried at once

RPS/DPS 8000 High Accuracy Resonant Pressure Sensor

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The RPS/DPS 8000 is the first product to incorporate the exciting new TERPS technology. TERPS is a resonant silicon pressure sensor technology platform that provides an order of magnitude greater accuracy and stability than current pressure measurement technologies. The new TERPS technology also extends the pressure range capability to high pressures and, by incorporating true pressure media isolation, greatly improves its suitability for use in harsh environments. 

In addition to providing the performance and packaging improvements available with TERPS, the RPS/DPS 8000 product line takes advantage of best practices to offer a wide range of pressure and electrical connections to enable a level of
customization for your specific requirements never before available in the performance class of this sensor.

The combination of the power of the TERPS technology and the quality, reliability and flexibility of the RPS/DPS 8000 Series offers a truly unique solution for high accuracy and high stability pressure measurement requirements.  

Features:
• High Precision, ±0.01% FS over compensated temperature range
• High Stability, ±100 ppm FS/year
• Wide temperature range, up to -40°C to +125°C (-40° to 257°F)
• Media isolated construction, suitable for use in harsh environments
• Multiple Output configurations, RS-232, RS-485, USB 2.0, CAN Bus, Frequency & Diode (TTL)
• Wide selection of pressure & electrical connections to suit specific requirements

HD2013.3 Precipitation Detector

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HD2013.3 detects all type of precipitations.

Quick  and simple to  integrate in any outdoor installation or configuration thanks to the enhanced connection possibilities: we supply this version in Modbus-RTU or 4-20mA or 0-10V or contact output.

Our standard features:

• capacitive element is shielded from wind by the protecting dome construction: no false indications
• capacitive element is heated to be able to detect any form of precipitation, including snow and hail
• can be standard equipped with bird-spikes
• supplied with heavy duty mounting bracket, universal for surface or pole mounting
• standard cable lengths 5 or 10 meter

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Floodguard Steel Door

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FEATURES

• Tested independently by BRE to 1.4m flood height, far in excess of PAS1188 standard
• Zero leakage at 1.4m high
• Aesthetically pleasing with solid or glazed panels
• Available in single and double door configurations
• Inward-opening or outward-opening flood doors
• No centre support required on double door
• Also available with standard or panic hardware to enable its use as a fire escape door

A new standard in steel flood proof doors. The Floodguard Steel Door is available in single or double configuration, inward or outward opening.

The steel flood door can be used in all commercial applications for door openings and it can also be used as a fire exit door using discrete and low profile panic hardware.

There is no fixed centre post so the full width of the double door opening can be used for access.

This door has been tested to both 600mm flood height for standard PAS1188-1 applications but also to 1,400mm for specific high flood applications. In all tests zero leakage rates were recorded.

Subseasonal Climate Forecasts

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The World Climate Service is a powerful suite of online tools for subseasonal forecasting. The subseasonal forecast range spans the period from 2 weeks to 6 weeks in advance, and entails significant challenges. The WCS provides the tools needed to create, understand, and assess these difficult predictions.

Commodity trading desk meteorologists using World Climate Service gain multiple benefits. They include:

1. Stay informed with efficient, intuitive access to market-moving multi-model forecasts for weeks 2-6. World Climate Service customers have access to a powerful and intuitive map interface for viewing subseasonal climate forecast maps from multiple dynamical models, including zoom and forecast progression functionality. CFSv2 forecasts to week 6 are updated daily, and a proprietary multi-model blend is available

2. Understand forecast confidence and risk with calibrated probability forecasts. World Climate Service probability forecasts are rigorously calibrated using a long history of model reforecasts and observations, and comprehensive information about model skill is provided. Probability and skill information allows users to understand and track model performance, manage risk appropriately, and develop valuable decision systems

3. Monitor and understand impacts of critical subseasonal climate drivers. The World Climate Service provides tools to monitor, understand, and anticipate the key phenomena that affect subseasonal climate fluctuations

AgroMET Weather Station

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This professional weather system has been designed with the grower in mind! Using the same superior technology as our popular MK-lll weather station, the AgroMET adds a leaf wetness sensor and global solar radiation sensor to the monitoring capabilities. Our durable and dependable weather station collects on-site environmental information critical to making informed decisions for best practice planting, spraying and watering schedules. Authorized by NEWA.

WindHorizon H400

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Forward-looking Nacelle Lidar

Product description

The WindHorizon H400 is a compact, high-precision forward-looking Nacelle Lidar that accurately detects wind speed and direction information for any 10 distance gates from 50m to 400m directly in front of the fan hub.

It is suitable for application fields such as fan yaw error correction, wind turbine power curve test and feedforward control to reduce fan load. It is of great significance to improve wind turbine power generation efficiency, reduce wind turbine load and failure rate, and prolong wind turbine service life.

Functional features and advantages

• Full function: yaw, feedforward control, power curve test
• High precision: wind speed 0.1m/s, wind direction 0.5°, pass white box and black box accuracy test
• High resolution: 4Hz data refresh rate, meter range resolution
• Wide range of adaptable models: Customized development for different models (including detection distance, optical opening angle, data output, etc.)
• Easy installation: small size, light weight, low power consumption, fast installation, support for multiple compatibility data interfaces
• Automatic unattended observation: remote networked data acquisition and device monitoring
• Strong robustness: continuous and stable operation in harsh environments on land and at sea

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Cloud Condensation Nuclei Counter

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CCN-100/200
Cloud Condensation Nuclei Counter
The CCN-100/200 measures the count and size of individual aerosol particles that can form into cloud droplets. Its fast response time allows use in either airborne or ground-based stations. The CCN is available in single-column (CCN-100) or dual-column (CCN-200) versions. The CCN-100 is used for measurements of a single supersaturation, whereas the CCN-200 enables the user to measure two supersaturations simultaneously – a critical capability for droplet activation kinetics of aerosols and split sample experiments comparing the response of aerosols.

Applications

• Weather Modification Research
• Cloud Physics Research
• Climate Models & Radiative Forcing

LD-250 Lightning Detector

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The LD-250 puts a live-action lightning display on your computer screen, showing storm activity up to 300 miles in all directions from your location so you can track position, speed, and direction. With optional GPS or Fluxgate compass, you can use the LD-250 to chase or avoid the storm in your car, truck, or boat.

A self contained device, the LD-250 is constantly seeking lightning strikes even if the computer is turned off. An audible alarm and blinking light will alert you to turn the computer on and receive full data whenever strikes are detected. Front panel lights and audible alarms also indicate when storms are close, severe, or both, according to standards determined by the user. Your computer can be set to sound an alarm or show a pop-up window to indicate close or severe storms. Alarm tones can be disabled.

LD-250 data is live! You are actually detecting the lightning strikes themselves. There are no on-line or recurring charges of any kind.

The LD-250's antenna is a small black box that can be mounted indoors in a wood framed structure, outdoors using the optional ENC-1 outdoor enclosure or on your vehicle using the ENC-2 mag-mount enclosure.

GMWR-25-WS X-band Doppler Weather Radar

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The GMWR-25-WS is a cost-effective X-band Doppler weather radar for reliable surveillance of critical weather around airports and other important infrastructures. It is designed for operation ranges up to 32 NM (60 km) and has very high update rates of less than 12 seconds per 360° scan. One major benefit is its seamless integration into ATC infrastructure.

Features

• Weather surveillance radar for airports and other applications
• Seamless integration into ATC (air traffic control) infrastructure
• High update rates of < 12 sec
• ASTERIX CAT008 and CAT009 output format
• Powerful signal processing with ENIGMA
• No radome needed

Standard and ATC data output

All GAMIC radars provide data in standard weather radar data formats. For optimal
compatibility with air traffic controller (ATC) consoles and sharing data with other air
traffic control agencies, the GMWR-25-WS additionally provides output formats
ASTERIX CAT008 and CAT009.

Advanced signal processing

All GAMIC radars include our digital receiver and signal processor ENIGMA which allows rapid scanning and analysis products of scientific quality and accuracy. Digital Doppler velocity processing enables accurate velocity measurement.

The processing allows filtering of the input data, including clutter suppression (40 dB or better) resulting in less ground clutter, and the removal of distortions, speckles, interferences, and more. The result is clean weather output data which can be further processed as meteorological products.

Fast and reliable hardware

The GMWR-25-WS is built with a fan beam antenna providing continuous 360° azimuthal scans and comes with single polarization. A very high rotational speed allows update rates of less than 12 seconds per turn. The GMWR-25-WS uses a stable, well proven design based on standard radar technology and built with a minimum number of components. This enables a system with low investment and small operating costs while being highly reliable. Its hardware is fully solid state, except the magnetron transmitter. Hardware maintenance can be performed by any local technical service experienced in radar maintenance. The radar is designed with easy replaceable sub-units (line replacement unit, LRU) which allows quick repair and reduced downtime.

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LPS-200 Advanced Lightning Sensor

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Advanced Lightning Sensor
 

The LPS-200 Advanced Lightning Sensor with Digital Signal Processing is designed to bring the latest technology and precision to the market today. Offering LF/VHF dual-band operation, the LPS-200 processes lightning strokes from both cloud-to-ground (CG) and cloud lightning (CL) simultaneously.

Utilizing a high sensitivity, low noise wide-band receiver, state-of-the-art digital filters and equalizers, along with precision GPS time reference, the sensor is able to characterize and categorize the lightning stroke. Once identified, the LPS-200 initiates a TCP/IP message to the Central Analyser Processor (CAPTM) where the precise lightning location is calculated.

The LPS has enormous advantages over other lightning sensor designs, in particular those based on magnetic direction finding (MDF) which suffers from significant site introduced errors and consequent high siting costs. Precision lightning sensors used by GPATS do not monitor magnetic field signals as do Direction Finding (MDF) based sensors, therefore sensors have liberal siting criteria.

The LPS can be installed on existing structures, towers, and buildings where access to electric power and communications is readily at hand. TOA also offers remote site installation utilizing solar power. The LPS is also extremely adaptable in terms of communications; its design allows it to transmit data by telephone, network, internet, or radio as is deemed best suited to the requirement.

ULM30/N ultrasonic snow depth sensor

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ULM30/N is an ultrasonic snow depth sensor, equipped with its own electronics with microprocessor and storage memory.

ULM30/N consists of a latest generation ultrasonic transducer, suitable for both transmission and reception. Snow cover measurement takes place with the emission of a series of ultrasonic pulses and subsequent analysis of the echo received. The sensor, via this data, appropriately compensated according to the air temperature measured by the integrated thermometer, provides the distance from the target surface.

ULM30/N contains internal diagnostic elements to verify the:

battery voltage;
internal temperature conditions;
correct inclination;
quality of the measurement acquired.

Electronic Water Level Gauge

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The Augur electronic water level gauge deploys a stainless steel shell, sealed with high corrosion resistance material. It is suitable severe condition like under highly corrosive, low temperature environments.
 
Product Structure:

Data sensor collection module comprises a number of collection circuits. Every circuit has a collection chip with 8 electrodes arranged in standard distance to measure water levels. With advanced ARM chip as controller, the module will then check every electrode on each circuit to measure the water level. The module could be combined with RS485 communication, 4~20mA analog output, GPRS or other communication modules. It has high reliability and anti-interference ability to suit for all types of environment.

Product key features:

1. Industry standard compliance with patents
2. Low power consumption: max power ≤1.5W under wireless communication or 0.5W under wired communication, one full month operation in raining days with solar power panel and battery
3. Standard accuracy measurement: multi-section measurement with standard accuracy of 0.5/1cm in the entire measurement span
4. Easy maintenance: supports remote parameter setting, remote upgrade
5. Expandable measurement span: measurement span could be expanded with multiple section connected
6. Wide interface portability: adaptable to various main stream software under Modbus

SP WRCP Weather Radar

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The SP WRCP weather radar is the ideal solution for monitoring weather phenomena in real time.

Its small structure makes it a portable or fixed unit with easy installation.

This equipment can reach between about 40 – 50 km.

The WRCP can be mounted safely in any place without danger of radiation by the user and is also resistant to all kinds of weather conditions. Solid-state FMCW technology produces an immediate screen image.

Thanks to its full compatibility with the Smartyplanet web platform, captured images are recorded and analyzed instantly.

Global Lightning Network

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Our Global Lightning Network® (GLN®) is tried and true, delivering hyperlocal real-time lightning data for threat assessment and integration.

GLN is an advanced lightning detection network providing high-quality real-time lightning data to assist business operations for our clients globally. With lightning sensors strategically located at international sites, data from the GLN has the timeliness, coverage, and flexible delivery to support critical business operational requirements without compromising quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

There are many instances where disruptive weather events put people and property at risk, and additional weather coverage can be vital to improving the outcome of these events. While lightning has significant value as a supplement to radar for identifying and evaluating convective activity, it is an essential source of information where radar is not available. Data and services from the Global Lightning Network are a major component of the solutions meeting these weather information needs.

Lightning knows no borders
The Global Lightning Network offers full global lightning detection with extensive coverage of Europe, South America, Australia, South-east Asia, including many areas where lightning has significant economic and safety consequences. Data is also available for oceanic and other continental regions. The network continues to expand and be enhanced with additional sensor host sites.

Every second counts
By taking advantage of TOA’s proprietary lightning detection technology and our re-sellers extensive processing and distribution facility’s, data is delivered without delay, with diverse format and delivery options facilitating integration into existing systems and applications. When time is of the essence, real-time streaming data is available via the Internet in 20-30 seconds from detection.

Complete and accurate information
The GLN provides the most comprehensive real-time data including individual cloud-to-ground strokes. Since a consolidated flash report can consist of multiple strokes, full stroke data delivers the detailed and uncompromising accuracy our customers require. In addition, our lightning sensors are designed to detect and differentiate between cloud-to-ground and cloud lightning events. Detecting both types of events provides a better overall picture of the storm activity and allows improved analysis of storm development and decay.

Diluvium™ Flood Barrier

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Flooding is a global challenge that is getting worse. It is essential to have a flood protection solution to protect your property. There are many products aimed at providing flood protection, from simple sand bags to permanent steel/ concrete structures.

Some are easy to use but lack strength and/ or height, others are very strong but require a lot of time and manpower to deploy and can be very expensive. So customers are often faced with a choice, a compromise or dilema even.

But now there is a solution that offers both the strength and the ease of use needed to protect your property.

Diluvium™, our ultra-light, ultra-strong patented solution is manufactured from technical textiles and is a fully portable, re-useable, recyclable flood barrier. It’s very quick and easy to deploy in any environment and will create a safe, watertight solution in minutes.

Diluvium™ is a modular system which means it can be extended to any length required. Additionally, corner sections can be fitted to adapt to the required dimensions of the property.

Diluvium™ works by using the flood water to form a seal against intruding water, which makes it stable throughout variating water levels. Because of its simple construction and light weight, Diluvium is also very easy to remove and is very portable. It also takes up very little space to store.

Scientific Data Analysis and Display (RainSNIP)

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RainSNIP, our tool for scientific radar data analysis and display, is a standalone software package that contains a set of applications to read, manipulate, and display radar data. RainSNIP is available for standard operating systems (Windows and Linux).

The use of weather radar in a network for quantitative precipitation estimation becomes essential for most of the national meteorological services. This requires well-calibrated and coherent radars even in heterogeneous weather radar networks. To meet these conditions and to facilitate the use and the analysis of the radar data by researchers and scientists, Leonardo developed an ensemble of practical functions in the software package RainSNIP.

Main functionalities

RainSNIP is equipped with a radar data interface, which supports reading polar raw data and key Rainbow® products. A graphical data viewer allows navigating through PPI slices of a volume as well as analysing and extracting data from the full data set to e.g. CSV files. With the RainSNIP radar inter-comparison application, data of neighbouring radars can easily be compared. The RainSNIP data conversion application is suited to import different standard radar data formats. Area selection, zoom, time navigation, data moment selection, data extraction, data query, and geographical coordinates are conveniently handled via mouse cursor.

Eiffel-Type Wind Tunnels

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The Eiffel-type wind tunnel has no air recirculation. The blower is at the end of the tunnel in an outflow diffusor. In this procedure, the flow guidance happens by means of a smoothing chamber (with a rectifier and sieves) and a nozzle. This system is connected to a closed section of measurements. The closed section is indispensable as a consequence of the low pressure arising due the structure of the blower.

The main advantages of the Eiffel-type can be summarized as follows:

• Flow disturbances caused by the rotor do not pass anymore through the wind tunnel together with the flow
• Low costs
• Due to the fact that the air is absorbed from the environment, measurements are always made under the currently existing ambient temperature.

All wind tunnels are designed and manufactured by us in accordance with the requirements of the individual customer specifications.

Industrial Flood Defence Doors

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At MMEngineering we understand the ever increasing need to protect entry points to critical assets from flooding. To provide passive flood defence solutions to industrial and utility buildings at risk of flooding, we have developed a range of fully-integrated flood doors. Our flood doors have the design capability to protect your entrance from a full head of water.  Depending on the strength of the surrounding civil works, we can defend your asset up to a height of 4.0 metres

All our product designs follow best-practice engineering principles and are covered by a full set of design calculations.  These are signed off by an independent structural engineer.  This gives our clients full confidence that our products are fit for their flood defence purpose.

We only source the highest quality materials from UK manufacturers.  This enables us to build strong supplier relationships and provide our customers with competitive rate products with remarkable quality.

A heavy-duty flood door leaf incorporates a closed cell EPDM seal. Our engineers modify the Surelock-McGill security locking shoot system, upgrading it to withstand greater design loads imposed by a head of water.

HY-WDS Series professional ultrasonic weather station

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HY-WDS6E is a weather station integrated with multiple high accuracy sensors. Chengdu HongYuv technologies utilising our expertise as the Chinese leading weather station manufacturer, HY-WDS6E’s wind sensor is based on our ultrasonic technology, is of a robust, high strength construction designed to withstand installation and use with no fear of the damage commonly experienced with more fragile cups/vane weather station.

PG4i Rain Gauge

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PG4i is a stand-alone rain gauge that does not require connection to a datalogger. Due to the built-in 3G mobile modem, it can measure, locally record and automatically send to a FTP server all data pertaining to the overall precipitation as well as its intensity per minute.
Due to the low consumption, the standard batteries that supply power ensure operation without interruptions for very long periods of time, while simplifying the installation as much as possible. It is a particularly accurate rain gauge capable of indicating possible malfunctions before they cause the measurements to stop, therefore it is particularly easy to maintain.
PG4i is certificable in class A according to the criteria of the UNI EN 17277:2020 standard.
PG4i is a rain gauge:

Fast and easy to set up
Stand-alone
Accurate
Built to last
Customizable

Visual Command Centre

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Everbridge Visual Command Center for Critical Event Management

The key to achieving these missions is a common operating picture. Visual Command Center provides one platform where security and business continuity teams can identify relevant risks, gain context around each risk to understand its importance, identify all assets that could be affected, and act to avoid or mitigate the impact of a risk event. Whether you have a Security Operations Center, a distributed team of security and risk managers, or both, a common operating picture will enable your teams to protect your interests when faced with a critical event.

Eliminate noise and identify relevant risks quickly. One of the greatest challenges to critical event management is weeding through risk event information to identify credible threats. Using a common operating environment that tracks both assets and risk events geospatially, Visual Command Center helps cut through the noise made by multiple, unrelated risk sources. 

Determine the risk sources you want to track from our extensive list. Identify the assets you want to monitor. Receive an alert when a risk is detected near your assets. Visual Command Center records all reported risk events
but alerts you only to relevant risks.

Advanced observation system POTEKA

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POTEKA is a compact weather sensor system. POTEKA is a community based observation system that aims to provide information on countermeasures appropriate for the weather conditions on the spot with real-time analysis and information distribution by collecting pinpoint weather information in a small area.

POTEKA is applicable to various fields, including disaster prevention, health measures such as for heatstroke and influenza, teaching material at schools, safety of children at schools, agriculture, medical care, energy, and comfortable living environment.

SRA30-M2-D1 albedometer

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Digital Class A (secondary standard) albedometer with heating and tilt sensor

SRA30-M2-D1 digital spectrally flat Class A albedometer is an instrument that measures global and reflected solar radiation and the solar albedo, or solar reflectance. SRA30-M2-D1 is the most accurate albedometer available, and heated for the best data availability. It is composed of one AMF03 albedometer mounting kit and two SR30-M2-D1 spectrally flat Class A (previously "secondary standard") pyranometers.

This pyranometer is compliant in its standard configuration with the requirements for Class A PV monitoring systems of the IEC 61724-1:2017 standard. Each pyranometer has a thermopile sensor, the upfacing one measuring global solar radiation, the downfacing one measuring reflected solar radiation. AMF03 includes one glare screen, one mounting fixture with rod, mounting hardware and tools. The modular design facilitates maintenance and calibration.

Hygro-Thermograph

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The housing consists of a plastic-metal combination. The axes are supported by pivot bearings. Two different models are available regarding the drum clockwork drive:

1. Mechanical drum clockwork with hand wound drive for the temperature range from -35 … +80 °C (for model 1.0660 / 664.. )

2. Battery-operated quartz clockwork for the temperature range from -20 … +60 °C (for model 1.0665.. )

Included in delivery:

1 set (100 sheets) strip chats
2 pieces felt pens

PA-0 SODAR Acoustic Wind Profiler

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• 700 meters average range
• 15 meters minimum altitude
• Multi-frequency coding
• ARM Quad Core CPU and linux operating system
• 10 watts total power consumption
• 20 kg total weight
• GPS, 2D inclinometer, pressure, temperature and humidity sensors
• WiFi for local control (up to 100 m distance)
• Wireless modem and/or satellite terminal for remote control

Technical description

The PA-0 Sodar includes the latest hardware design. The electronics have been downsized by an extensive use of the SMC technology.

The computer part uses an ARM Quad Core CPU which is plugged on a 16 bits A/D converter board. All the hardware matches military specifications (-40 to +60 °C with up to 100% relative humidity) and is fixed underneath the antenna. Wireless modem or satellite connections are available.

This new design includes GPS, 2D inclinometer, Wi-Fi, as well as pressure, temperature and humidity measurements.

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Smart Water Software

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• Multi-dimensional sensing network
• Water solution data center
• Smart water general monitoring and control center (with three core elements: hydraulic geospatial information sharing platform, IoT cloud support, water applications support)
• Full water information sharing scheme
• Facilitate management and judgement with full process modeling on water planning, monitoring and early warning
• 4+N application systems including professional applications like general information service, water resources management, urban drainage and flood prevention, hazards early warning and emergency communication and control center

MP8 hydrogen generator

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The hydrogen generator MP8 is specifically designed for inflation of balloons in the upper air stations in meteorology.

Simple and reliable, it can operate whatever the climatic and environmental conditions.

It is able to support high fluctuations as well as sudden interruptions of the power supply. In case of prolonged mains failure, the generator will stay in stand-by and then will restart automatically without any assistance.

The electrolysis cell design allows generation of hydrogen at a pressure of 8 bars without compression device.

Designed in 1984 and commercialised since 1984, this advanced technology hydrogen generator produces hydrogen gas directly under pressure permitting to store the gas in a hydrogen vessel at 8 bars without any compression device.

Thanks to its design, this generator requires practically no maintenance because of its fully static operation. In 1994 the improvements performed to the power and control system have permitted to replace all electromechanical components by a system fully electronic in order to insure the full automatic starting and stopping sequences; the cooling mode being kept through natural air..

Completely autonomous and 100% automatic, this equipment with a recognized reliability is perfectly studied to the enclosed sites particularities taking account their geographic locations, the difficulty linked to the electrical power supply and the communications means.

Today, no similar system all over the world is able to produce hydrogen gas directly under pressure through monopolar system type.

HY-WDS21E Tunnel Wind Sensor

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Weatherman Assistant Systems Pileus

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The system consists of the following groups of applications:

System database – stores source and processed meteorological data used by other system applications of the system.

Database containing the structures storing the meteorological data derived from the following types of bulletins:

• fully decoded: SYNOP; SHIP; METAR; TEMP; TEMP-SHIP; TEMP-SHIP
• only selected dispatch elements decoded: TAF
• in source form: AAPL87-DESB; FPPL55-PROGB; FPPL96-PROGS; FPPL97-PROGD; FPPL98-PROGN; FPPL99-PROGO; SDPL98-MMFP; SDPL99-FFBB; SXPL99-LGPD; WAPL98-KONS; WBPL99-AXEU; WOPL98-OSTS; WOPL99; WWLT90; UXPL99-PILOT

Applications managing data – carrying out data transmission and responsible for keeping the data stored in the system database up-to-date.

They facilitate:

• data transmission both on asynchronous and synchronous links
• data transmission on Internet lines
• exchange of bulletins with other programmes by saving them as files in declared folders (in particular, it enables reading bulletins in accordance with the standard used by the meteorological communication processor – the sent file contains the path to the proper bulletin file stored in the processor archive)
• simultaneous operation of multiple directions (lines)
• sending text and binary bulletins without limiting their size
• filtering bulletins sent on individual lines

Tool and presentation applications – used by the weatherman in the process of developing meteorological data, forecasting and distributing information about the meteorological situation.

This group comprises of:

• synoptic map
• dispatch editor
• aerological diagram
• weather status table

CPAS

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