MetPak Weather station range expanded with new MODBUS output

Gill Instruments’ MetPak compact weather station range is now offered with a new MODBUS output for building control and automation applications.

Gill Instruments has expanded the MetPak multi-sensor weather station range with the introduction of a new MODBUS output connection. The complete MetPak range is now available with an industry recognised MODBUS communication protocol as standard, alongside the existing ASCII, NMEA 0183 and SDI-12 outputs. The new output allows industrial and building control users to connect MetPak base station units to a network of multiple devices as part of an integrated computer or SCADA system. Used throughout industry, the MODBUS output communicates with multiple measurement devices to provide greater data collection via one supervisory computer. Already well-established in marine, industrial and meteorological applications, MetPak units provide accurate data to oil platform, railway, emergency response vehicle and solar energy customers. The MetPak family are solid-state, lightweight weather stations and are operational in some of the world’s most extreme operating conditions and inhospitable locations. With on-board processing electronics, the multi-sensor base stations have the ability to supply building control and automation markets with over 6 weather monitoring parameters. These include wind speed and direction, barometric pressure, air temperature, humidity, dew point and precipitation.  In addition MetPak is capable of supporting a number of independent sensors, combining their outputs to produce an integrated data message. At just 2.1kg, MetPak weather stations are extremely portable delivering easy installation and maintenance in difficult to reach areas. The successful weather station range can now offer its exceptional quality data and unparalleled reliability to a wide range of building and energy industries as part of an integrated communication system. “The expansion of the MetPak range is very exciting for us” says Richard McKay, Meteorologist and Product Manager at Gill Instruments “The MODBUS upgrade will take the MetPak firmly into the industrial market, giving us the ability to supply a high quality measurement system to our industrial MODBUS customers at no extra cost.” MetPak weather stations with new MODBUS output is now available to buy from Gill Instruments.

Gill Instruments launch MetPak PricePak Promotion

For a limited time only, Gill Instruments will be offering an exclusive price promotion on MetPak multi-sensor weather stations with remote wind sensor configurations.

Customers can now buy complete multi-sensor weather station and remote wind sensor packages from an end user price of only £1435.00.

The MetPak offer will allow customers to buy MetPak or MetPak Pro base station units with an ultrasonic wind speed and direction sensor from a selection of Gill’s range at a fantastic discount.

Offering unmatched reliability, MetPak compact weather stations provide exceptional quality data suited to exact weather measurement requirements.

The MetPak base station and wind sensor options provide precision meteorological data including air temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, dew point and wind speed and direction, with MetPak Pro offering additional precipitation measurement, PRT input and a further two analogue inputs to connect a vast array of third party sensors. Both solid-state sensors feature Gill’s latest technology to deliver customers with a comprehensive weather monitoring system to achieve high quality weather measurement in almost any application.

Each of the base stations included in the package can be integrated with a 2-axis or 3-axis wind sensor offering a variety of functionalities such as wind speed measurement up to 75 m/s, 3 –axis data outputs and optional heating capabilities. Gill’s selection of sensors are suitable for use in extreme operating environments where easy installation, minimal maintenance and highly accurate data collection is critical.

Gill Instruments to debut at All Energy 2013

Gill Instruments are pleased to announce their involvement at the All Energy Conference 2013 on 22nd & 23rd May 2013 in Aberdeen – Europe’s most influential and innovative Energy City.

As the largest renewable energy conference in the UK, the All Energy conference is a key event within the sustainable energy market. Now in its 13th year, the annual conference brings together the latest renewable energy technologies with a first-rate conference schedule, providing an exclusive platform for industry professionals to explore new business prospects.

Gill Instruments will be exhibiting for the first time at this year’s event on stand C79 in the main hall. As leaders in the field of ultrasonic wind measurement, Gill will be showcasing a variety of meteorological instruments including the largest range of ultrasonic anemometers on the market to date.

The instruments display will contain the newly revived MetPak Weather Station range, along with the recently launched MetPak RG – a professional multi-sensor base station offering an additional input for an aerodynamic tipping bucket rain gauge. Visitors to the stand will also be able to view the new MetPak demonstration video which highlights the full capabilities of the weather station range.

Gill 2-axis and 3-axis ultrasonic wind speed and direction sensors will also be on display, including the popular WindSonic and WindObserver ranges. The entire anemometer range has been specifically designed to provide precision wind speed and direction measurement in extreme operating conditions.

To receive more information on our meteorological products visit stand C79 during the show or contact our sales team.

Gill Instruments to debut new MetPak Base Station options at Offshore Technology Conference 2013

Gill Instruments will be exhibiting at OTC Offshore Technology Conference 2013 on 6th-9th May in Houston, Texas. Introduced in 1969, OTC is the largest technology event in its industry that focuses on the advancements in offshore equipment and resources. The annual four day conference attracts over 2,500 exhibitors and some 80,000 visitors to present cutting edge technology and innovative products from leading industry organisations. Covering a wide range of sectors including drilling, exploration and environmental protection, the conference promises to provide a unique environment to connect with industry users. Gill Instruments will display on stand #9955 their newly developed range of compact weather stations, alongside the largest range of wind sensors currently available on the market today. The MetPak range of multi-sensor weather stations has a number of new options now available, including Base Station variants with a wider choice of sensors. The new Base Station variants allow the user to specify MetPak, MetPak RG or MetPak Pro as a single unit or with a remotely mounted wind sensor from Gill’s 2-axis or 3-axis range. Additionally, MetPak RG and MetPak Pro are available with Gill’s new tipping bucket rain gauge for professional quality precipitation data. In addition to the weather station display the 2-axis and 3-axis wind sensor range will be showcased, including the popular WindSonic M ultrasonic wind speed and direction sensor. Sister company, Gill Sensors, will also be represented at OTC by US distributor, George David of Everight Sensors.  The latest range of non-contact position and liquid level sensors for harsh environments will be available to view on stand #806. If you would like more information on the new MetPak range options or on any of our products, please visit us on stand #9955 or call our sales team to arrange a meeting.