From January 10-14 2016, Gill Instruments will be showcasing their latest range of meteorological instruments at the 96th American Meteorological Society’s Annual Meeting.
Continue readingNew Products and Calibration Services from Gill Instruments at Met Tech Expo 2015
Visit us on stand 4070 at Meteorological Technology World Expo to see the NEW WindObserver90 ultrasonic anemometer, testing and calibration services and much more.
WindObserver
WindObserver 90 is the latest high speed ultrasonic anemometer in the stainless steel WindObserver range, so now the quality, reliability and intelligent processing in WindObserver will measure wind speeds up to 90 m/s, making it suitable for cyclonic regions around the world. It is now available with optional high power heating – effective against quickly accreting rime-icing or freezing rain conditions.
The new WindObserver IS (75m/s) which is certified for use in intrinsically safe zones now offers faster processing, improved performance and customisation together with two intrinsically safe power supply options. Further improvements across the range include customisable outputs and averaging options.
Next generation Software
Powerful, next generation, browser-based user software is on its way. Demo the new smart-device compatible MetSet and MetView software, which allows advanced customisation through its ergonomic and simple web interface. Users can configure and manage instruments, store data locally and view live and historic data using wired/wireless networking technology including Bluetooth.
MetSet and MetView user software features an intuitive GUI. Configure your device using clearly presented sliders and drop down options and stream data directly via the real-time display. Using MetView, live or historic data can be presented and built-in trend graphs allow configurable time periods.
Configure your instrument to log data directly to your storage device and export CSV data.
Intelligent 3 Axis Anemometer Heating
To address customer challenges with current market approaches to high power heating with 3-axis anemometers, Gill are developing new hardware and signal processing solutions to achieve intelligent and continuous measurements in cold, condensing conditions including extreme events such as freezing rain. Visit the stand for further information and to view/discuss the results from cold weather testing over the past 12 months.
Labcal – testing and calibration services
Gill has recently acquired Labcal, a UKAS calibration service company, providing professional calibration services to internationally recognised standards. A range of instrumentation can be tested and calibrated including gas, pressure, temperature, air speed, liquid flow and humidity. Labcal has over 35 years’ experience and is able to provide the best testing and calibration services for any instrumentation.
Meteorological Technology World Expo takes place from 13th-15th October 2015, in Brussels, Belgium. Visit us on stand 4070 for demonstrations and discussions on how these latest developments can benefit your applications.
WindObserver soars above the South Coast’s most historic harbour
The Emirates Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth harbour is the tallest and most iconic viewing structure on the UK’s South Coast, reaching a total height of 170m (547ft) and weighing 30,000 tonnes! Presenting spectacular views of the surrounding area, the tower also features Europe’s largest glass floor measuring 7.79m² and 6cm thick.
Hosting hundreds of spectators per day, on each of its three viewing decks, the safety of the tower and its visitors is paramount and Gill’s WindObserver ultrasonic anemometer is used to provide crucial wind measurement data.
The tower is located on the coastline and subjected to high salinity and fierce weather conditions with wind speeds of up to 30 m/s. At a height of 115 metres, in strong winds the tower flexes by up to 150mm.
The WindObserver provides information on wind conditions.The robust stainless steel WindObserver provides operators with real-time and highly accurate information on wind conditions allowing them to make decisions about the health and safety issues affecting maintenance and whether to close the tower to customers who can visit and abseil from the 110m viewing deck! If the wind speeds are too high, operators can close the tower to visitors.
The WindObserver is one of the most popular ultrasonic anemometers in the world and has been installed on hundreds of iconic building control applications due its range of options, solid-state construction with no moving parts, easy installation and excellent reliability in demanding weather conditions. WindObserver is ideally suited to low maintenance and restricted access applications and with a wind speed measurement range of up to 90m/s it can record the highest wind speeds from cyclonic regions around the world.
For more information on the WindObserver and how it can be used in a variety of industries please contact us.
How WindSonic wind sensors can prevent vessels from capsizing
Gill’s Ultrasonic Wind Speed and Direction sensor has been chosen to provide critical wind measurement data to avoid capsizing and stability issues on a motor yacht.
Continue readingSupporting advancing weather technology in the GCC
Gill Instruments will be supporting local business partner and distributor Unique Systems at WeatherTech GCC 2015 in Dubai.
WeatherTech GCC, is the first event of its kind within the Gulf Countries to focus on environmental and climate change measurement technologies. The event marks a key shift in the GCC’s approach to better understanding weather forecasting and climate change, a much needed requirement to revolutionize the collection, analysis and distribution of weather forecasting data in the GCC.
The conference will be well attended by meteorologists, suppliers and Government State Leaders, to share regionally applied best practice solutions, look to source new technologies and evaluate how these can be integrated into existing systems and operations to effectively manage weather related risks.
As key suppliers of meteorological instruments worldwide and the events Networking Sponsor, Gill Instruments will exhibit alongside local distributor, Unique Systems.
Gill’s portfolio of products, including their compact weather stations and ultrasonic anemometers, will be on display demonstrating the benefits of the Gill technology, which include solid-state design, low maintenance and long term reliability.
Gill Instruments Sales Manager Brian Benham commented, “As the first weather and forecasting event in the region, it’s a fantastic opportunity to ignite business within the area and make key contacts.”
Unique Systems and Gill Instruments will be exhibiting in the Foyer exhibition area of the Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai throughout WeatherTech GCC from the 16th-17th September 2015.
Gill 2-axis and 3-axis anemometers provide vital wind measurement on Bridges
Bridges can be vulnerable to extreme wind conditions, therefore the constant monitoring of bridges is vital for both structural integrity and the safety of bridge users. In some cases, due to the distance above the ground and the height and design of the structure, 3 dimensional wind measurements are required to better understand wind loading as well as strain from gusting conditions.
To provide this crucial measurement data, Gill 2-axis and 3-axis ultrasonic anemometers have been installed in bridge applications around the world for over 20 years.
In applications where basic wind measurements are required such as transport safety, Gill’s WindSonic and WindObserver sensors are commonly used to alert bridge management to restrict high-sided or vulnerable vehicles crossing, or in severe conditions, to completely close access to the bridge. Gill WindSonic and WindObserver ultrasonic anemometers are often selected because they provide instantaneous measurement responses to changing wind conditions. Installations of this nature can be seen in bridges across the world. Some located in the USA are:
- Florida State Transport Authority
- Niantic River Amtrak Train Bridge (Connecticut)
- Fore River Bridge (Massachusetts)
- Tobin Bridge (Boston)
3 dimensional wind measurements are crucial for complex terrain and where local meteorological effects from specific wind vectors could impact structural safety. Gill 3-axis ultrasonic anemometers, such as the WindMaster and Research ranges, provide extremely precise, fine scale, fast (10-50 Hz) vectorial 3 dimensional measurements. When utilised together with strain gauges, the data helps determine high Reynolds numbers and stress values, which are useful for onsite safety condition monitoring.
Gill 3-axis ultrasonic anemometers provide data on some of the Worlds’ iconic bridges including:
- The Millennium Bridge , London
- The Severn Bridge motorway crossing, Wales
- The Tsing Ma Bridge, Hong Kong
- The Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol
- Millau Viaduct in Creissels, France
For more information on the use of Gill anemometers for bridge applications visit the application page here, or contact 01590 613500.
