16 Weather Monitoring
Automatic Weather Stations to be Installed in Indonesia
Working in conjunction with distributor, PT Inter Pasific Cemerlang, workplace and climate monitoring specialist, Casella Monitor (UK), has won an order for 14 Agricultural Automatic Weather Stations (AAWS) from the Bureau of Meteorology Climatology and Geophysics in Indonesia.
The AAWS units, which are funded directly by the Indonesian government, will be installed by the distributor in locations on Sumatra,
Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Java and the Sumbawa islands in order to better understand the affect of the climate on the country’s agriculture and to improve its agricultural output.
The long term goal of the Bureau of Meteorology Climatology and Geophysics, also known as Badan Meteorologi Klimatologi dan Geofisika, is to install around 500 AAWS throughout Indonesia.
All the stations will send continuous data in one-minute bursts to the main server located in the Bureau’s head office in Jakarta. This new station network will also be linked to existing AAWS units, with the data being accessible online through a website.
Wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity, temperature, rainfall, photosynthetically active radiation (PAR), grass temperature, soil moisture, soil temperature and evaporation will all be among the elements measured by the units, with addition of a number of 10 metre high masts.
Peter Lawson International Sales Manager at Casella, comments: “This is an exciting project for us which, if all goes well, will lead to future installations of our product throughout South East Asia.”
An Official from the Bureau says: “Casella has an excellent reputation in the market for providing durable products that provide accurate information but require little maintenance.”
He continues: “Climate change has made it increasingly necessary for us to gather environmental data, particularly in respect to assisting our farmers and we hope that it will provide increased insurance for the country’s crops for years to come.”
Reader Reply Card No. 56 New Ultrasonic WeatherStation® Instruments
Provide Best-in-Class, All-in-One Solution for Real-Time, Site-Specific Weather Information
Airmar Technology (UK) is pleased to announce the release of the WX Series WeatherStation® product line. These new models offer a truly best-in-class solution at a better price point than any other weather monitoring system on the market today. Reliability and superior accuracy, along with no moving parts and plug and play installation, makes the WX Series an easy and affordable choice for any weather solution.
The Airmar WX Series instruments are unique, as they are the only weather monitoring system to offer true and apparent wind speed and direction in one compact housing— without the need for additional sensors. Depending on the model, up to seven different sensors are included, all with no moving parts. Ideal for stationary applications, the 100WX and 110WX models offer apparent wind speed and direction, air temperature, and barometric pressure readings. For moving applications where true and apparent wind are different, the 150WX or 200WX models are recommended and include additional sensors such as a 10Hz GPS, solid-state compass, tilt sensors and a field replaceable relative humidity sensor. These models feature configurable RS232, RS422 and CAN BUS digital data outputs, providing unparalleled versatility for all your weather monitoring needs.
“Mechanical anemometers and weather measuring devices are prone to failures and inaccurate data from common issues such as salt and dirt build-up, bearing wear, or bird perching. We are pleased to offer a reliable unit that withstands these common problems and improves the efficiency of weather monitoring to deliver extreme value and provide quality craftsmanship and performance,” states Irene Robb, WeatherStation Business Development Manager for Airmar Technology.
The WX Series is an ideal solution for various applications in all markets, such as airports, meteorology, Fire and Hazardous response, highway /road conditions, marine, military, nuclear facilities, offshore platforms and docks, structural monitoring, utility towers and weather buoys.
The many new benefits of the WX Series include removable humidity sensor that is field serviceable, IPX6 waterproof rating (units with the relative humidity module are IPX4 waterproof rated), new power supply featuring a 50% reduction in current draw for use in remote locations that use solar or battery power, wider operating voltage range of 9-40 VDC, adjustable, unfiltered wind data for monitoring maximum gust conditions, output via a single cable (various lengths available) for power and either RS232 (NMEA 0183) or RS422 (NMEA 0183) and CAN BUS (NMEA® 2000) data interface, WeatherCaster™ PC software for viewing and customizing data sentences and Low-cost, easy to install units either permanently or as a portable system. Units can be installed on a standard pole with 1”-14 UNS or ¾” NPT threads.
There are several WX Series models in the product line, which include the 100WX, 110WX, 150WX, 200WX and the 300WX. For a complete list of product specifications, please visit the Airmar Website and download the product brochure. The 100WX, 110WX and 150WX are now available and the 200WX and 300WX will be available in the second half of this year.
Reader Reply Card No. What’s Blowing in the Wind? New Weather Station Set
LSI LASTEM(Italy) launches the new EOLOg weather station, a complete set to monitor typical meteorological parameters such as temperature and humidity, wind speed and direction, barometric pressure, solar radiation and rainfall. EOLOg weather station is based on a 12 input data logger, sensors and a web-based solution for real-time data display and reports. EOLOg is a professional weather station, each part has been designed for long-term operation, year after year. The accuracy and features of the EOLOg weather station comply with WMO requirements. The data logger is built to work in extreme environments. Installation is easy and fast and the system will provide the most accurate and reliable weather information.
All sensors (apart from the rain gauge) are mounted on a single arm which can be fixed on top of poles. Data loggers can be mounted inside an IP65 box along with power supply systems and communication devices. LSI LASTEM offers a range of IP65 boxes for continuous or portable applications with different power supply systems to cover every type of energy requirement. EOLOg supports different data communication devices and protocols (GPRS, UMTS, TCP/IP, Modbus RTU). Data from EOLOg systems can be easily uploaded on the CIELOg web application for storage, on-line display, reporting and downloading of historical data from any platform and from anywhere in the world.
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Lightning Conference Brings Leading Scientists to Colorado
Lightning experts from across the world will be gathering in Colorado asVaisala (Finland) hosts its 22nd bi-annual International Lightning Detection Conference (ILDC) and 4th International Lightning Meteorology Conference (ILMC) on 2-5 April 2012 in Broomfield, Colorado. The theme of this year's event is "The Value of Lightning Information for Safety and Asset Protection."
This year's ILDC and ILMC conferences continue the long Vaisala- supported experience of bringing together leading world experts in lightning detection research and applications. The latest results are presented, and attendees from a diverse background learn through extensive interactions during the course of the week's meetings.
The conferences cover both global and local lightning detection topics. "Recent findings in atmospheric physics, detection technology and network performance show the importance of ongoing lightning research," comments Ron Holle, Lightning Research Meteorologist at Vaisala. "Nowcasting and forecasting experiences and techniques, severe weather, tropical weather, climatology and incorporation of lightning into numerical weather prediction models demonstrate the value that lightning information has on safety and asset protection."
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Meteorological Technology World Expo set to be Huge
All
Environment Precipitation Gauge
Model AEPG II 600/1000
Meteorological Technology World Expo 2012takes place in Brussels, Belgium from 16th to 18th October. The 2012 event looks set to be almost twice the size of the 2011 launch event with around 180 exhibitors.
A NAME YOU CAN TRUST AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD
Belfort’s years of experience in precipitation measurement is behind the development of this high- ly accurate, state of the art, all weather precipitation gauge. By combining proven mechanical design with no moving parts and the latest in electronic sensor technology, the AEPG II series of sensors makes it possible to measure all types of precipitation in all weather conditions without human intervention and costly maintenance. By using the latest available technology and manufacturing techniques Belfort is able to offer this latest precipitation product at a fraction of the cost of older mechanical designs.
The All Environment Precipitation Gauge II collects precipitation through an 8 inch (NWS standard) or 200 (0.01”). Precipitation falls into a bucket which is supported by three precision sensors that weigh the precipitation amount independently and transmit the weight data to a central processing unit that compares each set of data and calculates the amount of precipitation. It converts this measurement into RS-232 format output for digital transmission to a recording device of customer selection. These pulses are transmitted as binary digital signals or as contact closures of a reed relay device.
The Expo is a truly international exhibition of the very latest climate, weather and hydrometeorological forecasting, measurement and analysis technologies and service providers for a global community of key decision makers within the aviation industry, shipping companies, marine/port installations, airports, military operations, offshore exploration companies, wind farm operators, met offices, agriculture operations and research institutes.
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The Expo also features a free-to-attend Conference with one of the most insightful speaker line-ups of the year. The Conference stage is located inside the exhibition hall, meaning you can pick and choose which sessions you need to watch, and then spend the rest of your time circling the exhibition searching for new technologies or services.
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