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OTT Hydromet has launched a suite of high quality weather monitoring sensors that are ideal for the construcon and building management sectors
rugged and reliable,” says OTT managing director Nigel Grimsley. “In the past, customers would have had to purchase multiple sensors to monitor outdoor conditions effectively, but this can now be achieved with substantially less costly devices; many of which would fit in the palm of your hand.”
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Weather monitors are routinely employed at construction sites to check that conditions are suitable for work such as pouring concrete or crane operation, but with facility managers looking for more sustainable solutions, Nigel says the big market is now building management. “Most large buildings employ a building control or HVAC system to manage ventilation, lighting, temperature, power, fire protection and security. These systems are designed to create an optimal internal environment whilst minimising energy usage.
“Internal air can be heated or cooled, but energy savings can only be optimised when external air is utilised effectively, particularly when it is necessary to lower internal carbon dioxide levels, in offices for example. It is therefore necessary to monitor both internal and external conditions.”
OTT Hydromet is a specialist manufacturer of smart weather instruments for environmental monitoring and building automation purposes. With no moving parts, OTT’s comprehensive range of compact, low-energy multiparameter sensors offer long-term reliability for almost any weather parameter with easy integration into building control and HVAC systems.
The WS range offers customers the ability to select from a range of parameters including temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, wind velocity / direction, precipitation amount /
TE Connecvity (TE), a world leader in connecvity and sensors, has launched the AmbiMate MS4 mulsensor module that integrates the most popular set of sensors needed for most smart building soluons. Because engineers can use the preengineered module instead of up to seven
individual sensors, it reduces the me required to research, source and integrate mulple sensors. This reduces me to market and frees up resources to work on other aspects of smart building system designs
ur latest Lufft sensors, the WS Series, deliver professional-grade weather data with instruments that are extremely compact,
BUILDING CONTROLS Monitoring outdoors to manage indoors
intensity / type, UV index, sun direction, brightness and twilight, and global radiation. With a variety of sensor combinations available, it is possible to measure several parameters with one single compact instrument. In most cases, this would be integrated into a building management system, but it is also possible to collect data on-site with a battery powered datalogger, or to transfer data via the cloud to specified users.
Technical support and advice is available from OTT’s in-house meteorologist Brad Guay, who is keen for HVAC and BMS suppliers to experience the advantages of professional-grade weather sensors. “OTT Hydromet companies have been supplying high quality, robust sensors to national weather service providers all over the world for many decades. These customers demand accuracy and long-term reliability, even in the most extreme conditions, so customers in the building management sector can rest assured that their systems will be built around reliable data. “As a global manufacturer of meteorological instruments and systems, OTT Hydromet is able to manufacture in large volumes, which means that customers benefit from lower costs.” Looking forward, Brad believes that smart buildings will make better use of the weather. “Intelligent systems will be able to continuously measure weather parameters such as solar radiation intensity, as well as wind speed and direction, so that building control systems can be adjusted accordingly. For example, windows and blinds can be adjusted to make the best use of light and heat, and windows and vents can be managed to utilise fresh air instead of using power for ventilation.
“At the same time, it will be necessary to monitor external humidity, temperature, pressure and rainfall in order for smart control systems to work effectively.”
The OTT Hydromet Group manufactures products that enable water professionals to monitor the planet's most precious resource. Through the delivery of accurate reliable data, OTT's
instruments and services provide essential tools to help protect the environment.
From precipitation through surface and ground water to marine monitoring applications, OTT's measurement and communication technologies provide a complete picture of the water cycle. OTT and Hydrolab have been longstanding members of the OTT Hydromet Group. Adcon Telemetry was acquired in 2011; Sutron and Lufft joined the group in 2015, and Kipp & Zonen joined in 2017, which means that the company is able to offer the best sensors and data handling technology for every application.
Completely focused on hydro-meteorology and water quality, OTT products have been market leaders for over 140 years and coupled with modern communications technology provide remote access to continuous monitoring data. Further information is also available at
www.otthydromet.com
AmbiMate MS4 MultiSensor Module cuts time to market for smart building systems
the four core sensors of passive infrared, ambient light, temperature and humidity to enable control of heating and lighting. However, customers can choose to add a microphone and/or equivalent carbon dioxide and volatile organic compound (VOC) sensors for features such as voice activation and air quality management. Jonathan Catchpole, system architect at TE Connectivity’s Industrial business said: “Engineers face the challenges of looming deadlines, unforeseen technical obstacles and high expectations. We designed the AmbiMate sensor module as the best possible set of sensors for intelligent buildings so that Engineers can focus their efforts on the aspects of their project that set their product apart from the competition, whether that is cloud integration, software or meeting the WELL Building Standard.” The sensor module is available to buy as a standalone printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) in bulk and also as a developer kit. The
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ifferent AmbiMate module options are available to meet different
specifications. A basic version has
developer kit includes multiple attachment options to give developers flexibility in the mechanical fit and connection inside their product housing. Electronics developers can plug an AmbiMate module into a host controller like a Raspberry Pi or Arduino device and start collecting data within 30 minutes with support of code that is freely available on
TE.com. The module is compatible with the I2C
communication protocol. The AmbiMate sensor module is available from electronics distributors for as little as $19.50 per unit for the core set of sensors. The WELL Building
Standard is a set of requirements for buildings that are designed to help people and communities thrive. It is owned by the International WELL Building Institute and is focused on improving comfort and productivity through enhanced control of the environment in and around buildings. Because the AmbiMate sensor module collects data on building temperature, light, occupancy and air quality, it has potential to form a part of building
management and intelligent control systems that are designed to meet the WELL Building Standard. For more product information, visit the TE website.
About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity Ltd. is a $14 billion global technology and
manufacturing leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. For more than 75 years, our connectivity and sensor
solutions, proven in the harshest environments, have enabled advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. With 80,000 employees, including more than 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at
www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.
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