Reeco Tech introduces helicopter landing/take-off assistance system on ships to improve safety and flight planning for pilots. Integrated with the world’sbest lightning data For accurate and reliableweather and lightning information, helideck motion and vessel position in real time for efficient takeoffs and landings without compromising safety.
Measurable parameters: Thunderstorm, Movement Severity Index, Wind Severity Index, and Relative Wind Direction, Wave, and Current parameters.
Product
WINDCAP Ultrasonic Wind Sensor WMT700
- WMO and ICAO compliant
- Data output rate 4 Hz and 8 Hz
- Stainless steel structure
- Maintenance-free
- 3-transducer layout provides accurate data
- Data format outputs: polar coordinates and vectors
- Fully compensates effects of temperature, humidity, and pressure
- Measurement range up to 90 m/s (201 mph)
- Heating up to 250 W
- IP66 and IP67
- Large transducers provide high ultrasound power
- Optional bird prevention kit
- Wind gust calculated according to WMO guidelines
- US National Weather Service and the FAA rely on Vaisala WINDCAPâ technology
HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Probe HMP155
- Vaisala HUMICAPâ180R sensor: superior long-term stability
- Optional warmed humidity probe and chemical purge
- Plug-and-play
- USB connection for service use
- Use with DTR13 and DTR503 radiation shields and a Stevenson screen
- Weather-proof housing IP66
- Optional, fast temperature probe
- Different output possibilities: voltage, RS-485, resistive Pt100
- Applications: meteorology, aviation and road weather, instrumentation
Ceilometer CL51
- Cloud reporting range up to 13 km (43 000 ft)
- Backscatter profiling over full range up to 15 km (49 200 feet)
- Second-generation, advanced single-lens optics with excellent performance also at low altitudes
- Field-proven, fully automatic 24/7 operation in all weather conditions
- Modular design for easy installation and maintenance
- Extensive self-diagnostics with fault analysis
- Reliable operation in all weather: unsurpassed performance in precipitation
- Based on robust and affordable laser diode technology
- Detection of cirrus clouds
- Latest technology from the world leading manufacturer - over 5000 ceilometer installations worldwide
Present Weather Detectors and Visibility Sensors PWD Series
- Accurate and traceable measurement of prevailing visibility
- Compact and lightweight
- Easy to install
- Indicate the cause of reduced visibility
- Identify precipitation type
- Measure the intensity and accumulation of precipitation
- Estimate snow accumulation
Ceilometer CL31
- Measurement range from 0 to 7.6 km (from 0 to 25 000 feet)
- Modular design for easy installation and maintenance
- Second-generation, advanced single-lens optics provides excellent performance also at low altitudes
- Fast measurement enables detection of thin cloud layers below a solid cloud base
- Reliable operation in all weather; unsurpassed performance in vertical visibility and cloud detection during precipitation
- Latest technology from the worldleading manufacturer - based on the experience from more than 5000 installed Vaisala ceilometers worldwide
- Extensive self-diagnostics with fault analysis
Overview
Vaisala’s Helideck Monitoring System (HMS) provides crucial weather and environmental information to maintain safe and efficient operations on helidecks, regardless of weather conditions. Measurements are made using Vaisala’s reliable and world-class sensor technology, specifically designed for offshore weather monitoring. This system offers current weather conditions and forecasts for the next 60 minutes, ensuring users always have the latest information to ensure operational safety.
Vaisala’s HMS is fully certified and complies with current CAP 437 standards and HCA Helideck Monitoring System requirements, version 9b. Additionally, Vaisala provides Aviation Weather Systems that comply with CASR Part 91, ensuring these systems meet stringent aviation safety requirements.
A user-friendly interface keeps users updated with current conditions through real-time data display, ensuring safety for the crew on deck and facilitating helicopter landing and takeoff under changing weather conditions. This interface is designed for ease of use and provides information clearly and intuitively.
Users can not only quickly check the helideck status from any device, but also share information with offshore stakeholders thanks to integrated data security. This ensures that all relevant parties have the necessary information to make accurate and timely decisions, enhancing the safety and efficiency of offshore operations.
Vaisala’s Helideck Monitoring System is an essential tool for ensuring the safety and efficiency of offshore helicopter operations. With advanced sensor technology, compliance with stringent certification standards, a user-friendly interface, and robust information-sharing capabilities, Vaisala HMS is the top choice for organizations needing to monitor weather and environmental conditions on helidecks.