Did you wonder how they did it so well?

Vancouver BC, CANADA — Vaisala’s weather observation systems supported forecasting at the Vancouver Winter Olympic Games. While the world’s best athletes pushed themselves to the limits, somewhat less visible, but equally hard at work was a league of behind-the-scenes organizers, such as weather forecasters. continue reading »

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Call For Papers: Abstracts due April 1, 2010 For InfraMation 2010

Boston MA, USA –  It’s that time of year again when you can start thinking about what you might like to share with your colleagues in the infrared thermography community, and earn valuable certification renewal points. Interested authors are invited to provide a 150-250 word abstract for consideration by the Technical Review Committee for inclusion in InfraMation 2010. continue reading »

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HygroLog HL-NT

Bassersdorf, Switzerland – The new HygroLog HL-NT data logger with HygroClip2 sensors and the AirChip3000 is a powerful system when there are many different physical parameters to record. continue reading »

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A 14 gauge steel, industrial grade NEMA 4 enclosure designed for out-of-range temperatures and conditions where rain and/or snow may be encountered

Cumberland RI, USA — The ENVIRO-SEN™ is a rugged, NEMA 4 industrial grade, temperature controlled enclosure designed to maintain optimum internal operating temperatures over a wide range of ambient temperatures.

In general, gas sensors (along with many other types of sensors and their electronics) are usable and/or remain within calibration limits over a restricted temperature range.

If the temperature limits are exceeded, the sensors may sustain permanent damage, or provide readings that have significant errors. continue reading »

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Professors David Cyganski & James Duckworth of WPI Receive $1M from FEMA

Fireground Environmental Sensor System is an Integrated Firefighter Locator and Environmental Monitor providing Real-Time Flashover Warning & Advanced Firefighter Situational Awareness

Worcester MA, USA –  Professors Cyganski, Duckworth (ECE) and Notarianni (FPE) have received $1M from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA).

The goal of this project is to reduce the number of injuries and Line of Duty Deaths (LODD) of fire fighters from traumatic injuries while operating inside structures, especially those due to burns, smoke inhalation, stress, and becoming lost or trapped. continue reading »

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New Sensor + Adapter  measure temperatures in harsh environments  – works with AKCP securityProbe 5E & E-sensor8 expansion module

Bangkok, Thailand – – AKCP Inc., announces the launch of the new thermocouple sensor and matching adapters. There are two versions available that are both designed to measure temperatures in dangerous or extremely hazardous situations. continue reading »

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