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Dataloggers

The Axiom was the first to offer an integrated touchscreen to provide a simple, graphical interface to all logged data, scripts, configurations, sensors and diagnosis tools. FTS offers two dataloggers: the Axiom H2 and the Axiom F6, both equipped with GOES Satellite systems and optional AirTalk radio voice communications technology. Our strength is ruggedness, so it’s still the only waterproof, industrial-grade, daylight readable integrated...

Sensors

DigiTemp Digital SDI-12 Submersible Temperature Sensor

The FTS DigiTemp submersible temperature sensor is a rugged SDI-12 sensor for measuring the temperature of water, soil or other liquids with scientific-grade accuracy and long-term reliability. It makes adding automatic temperature monitoring to existing stations incredibly easy and cost-effective DigiTemp is a fully digital sensor, using the SDI-12 protocol, and is compatible with any SDI-12 compliant datalogger, like the Axiom. No complex wiring...

DTS-12 - Turbidity Sensor

The DTS-12 is the first sensor to make turbidity monitoring practical. The value of continuously monitoring turbidity has long been recognized, but it’s always been difficult, inaccurate, expensive, labor-intensive, and therefore often dismissed as too impractical. The DTS-12 is different—we state with confidence that it’s the “world’s best” because its unique design delivers extremely low maintenance (just clean...

FTS - SDI-PT - Submersible Pressure Transducer

FTS' submersible pressure transducer provides reliable, accurate pressure and temperature measurements. The digital (SD-12) transducer consists of a piezoresistive sensor and a temperature sensor housed in a 316L stainless-steel case that can be submerged in most canals, wells, ponds, harbors, lakes, streams and tanks. An NTP fitting allows the SDI-PT to be used in closed-pipe applications.

Rain Gauge

RG-T Rain Gauge (Tipping Bucket) The RG-T Rain Gauge is an all-metal, high precision tipping bucket rain gauge with exceptional calibration retention. High accuracy. Long lasting calibration. Rugged, all-metal construction. Easy mounting and precision leveling adjustment system.

Ultrasonic Wind Speed / Direction

The FTS ultrasonic wind speed and direction sensor is a low cost alternative to conventional cup and vane or propeller type wind sensors. It is robust and lightweight with no moving parts. This anemometer measures the time taken for an ultrasonic pulse to travel from one transducer to the opposite transducer and then compares it with the time taken for another pulse to travel in the opposite direction. Likewise, differences are measured between...

Temperature / Humidity

The THS-3 is the latest generation of temperature and humidity sensor developed by FTS. The solar radiation shield is comprised of six UV resistant louvers, providing effective protection from direct or reflected sunlight and rainfall, while ensuring good ambient air flow to the sensor. The internal electronics are housed in an anodized aluminum tube, sealed at both ends by waterproof O-rings. The humidity sensor is protected from airborne...

Barometric Pressure

The FTS barometric pressure sensor is a highly accurate, solid state pressure transducer with a normal operating range between the elevations of -1,200 and +13,000 feet. This sensor, using SDI output, provides good lightning protection, built in noise immunity, and direct conversion to standard pressure units. The rugged construction makes this sensor ideal for remote monitoring applications.

SDI RMYoung Wind Monitor

The FTS SDI-RMY wind speed and direction sensor is the RM Young 05103 wind monitor with the addition of an SDI-12 interface. The SDI-12 interface avoids the complexity of measuring the AC wind speed signal or the potentiometer output. Wind speed and wind direction are returned in engineering units when requested by SDI command. Additional measurements are provided by the SDI-12 interface including peaks, averages, wind direction capture at peak. Units...

FTS - SDI-PYR - Solar Radiation Sensor

The SDI-SR-PYR is a pyranometer that measures total light available (global sun plus sky radiation). The sensor converts light through a photo-diode to an electrical signal which is interpreted by the internal microprocessor. The FTS solar radiation sensor is a digital sensor with SDI-12 digital interface output, and stores all calibration coefficients within the sensor. It’s a precision instrument, delivering scientific-grade data, housed in an...

FS-3 - Fuel Stick Sensor

The FTS FS-3 electronic fuel stick sensor is commonly deployed on-site near prescribed burn and wildfire operations. The sensor’s output tracks closely with 10-hour fuel moisture, an invaluable indicator of fire behavior. The sensor uses digital compensation and linearization to provide a greater degree of precision and better temperature performance than analog sensors. The FS-3 includes an armored stainless steel cable and bayonet connector,...

Telemetry and Remote Communications

Robust and innovative remote communication technology is a significant part of our 30 year history. Given our focus on systems designed for extremely remote deployment, it's no wonder that we've matured into a leader in GOES satellite communication technology. Today we offer a variety of telemetry options for our systems, each with their own unique characteristics which will govern which applications they are most suitable for.

AirTalk

AirTalk gives fixed or portable RAWS the ability to “talk” with crews through their current handheld radios, giving them access to all current weather conditions. What’s more, AirTalk provides unprecedented clarity (using the same technology used by air traffic controllers around the world and other mission-critical applications). AirTalk uses 'text-to-speech' to convert weather data into audio which is then broadcast over standard voice channels...

GOES Satellite

GOES is ideal for remote deployment because it can be used in virtually any location, including places where cellular signal is absent, and it has extremely low power requirements. There are also no airtime or data transmission costs. Generally only government organizations can utilize it, although there are some exceptions, such as sponsored collaborators.

RMX - Radio Transceiver

The RMX radio transceiver is a two-way, 9,600 baud VHF/UHF radio modem. It's a short-range (up to 25 miles) line-of-site option, but can be used in combination with Globalstar satellite modems to provide satellite access to an RMX station cluster throughout North America. There are no airtime costs, but the radio spectrum used must be licensed by the FCC (requires a radio station license).

FTS - Landline Modem

FTS' TM-Ultra is the ruggedized version of the classic 14.4K modem from the early days of the Internet. It's water-tight, has built-in lightning protection, and extremely low power requirements. It can be used for two-way communications over standard telephone lines.

Digital Cellular

Cellular is ideal for mobile or temporary applications such as construction site turbidity monitoring. Unlike RMX radio systems, an FCC-assigned frequency is not required, however unlike GOES data transmission fees do apply.

Globalstar For Remote Communications

Globalstar is a two-way satellite communication link supporting 9600 baud communication. Low power demands, automatic re-initialization capabilities, and continuous self-monitoring of modem operation make the Globalstar ideal for remote site locations. FTS is the only company that offers communication via SMS protocol, which greatly reduces airtime use by 50% or more and increases...

Enclosures, Power, Accessories

The following are some of the most popular components from our complete product catalog.

Autosampler Interface Controller

The unique FTS autosampler interface controller is a custom-designed interface used to communicate between the Axiom datalogger / DCP and ISCO automatic water samplers. The interface converts SDI-12 commands sent from the datalogger to an appropriate signal format...

FTS - Water Quality Enclosure

The FTS water quality enclosure is designed specifically for water quality stations utilizing an ISCO pump autosampler, like our SedEvent event-driven, automatic grab sampling system. The enclosure simplifies changing auto-sampler bottles in the field, provides a roomy, ready-to-go, weather-proof system for mounting equipment, and offers a practical security solution where vandalism poses a problem.

Axiom - SDI-AM - Analog Module

The Axiom SDI-AM Analog Module is a flexible expansion interface that is compatible with a wide variety of analog sensors and any SDI-12 compliant datalogger / DCP such as the Axiom. It essentially allows compliant dataloggers to connect to virtually any digital (native SDI-12 support) or analog (via the SDI-AM) sensor, and control power to a wide range of devices (ex. pumps, cameras, actuators, etc.).

FTS - DTS-12 - Deployment Carousel

The FTS DTS-12 deployment carousel is an aluminum mounting bracket (piston) designed to fit inside a standard 4 inch diameter PVC standpipe. It provides a convenient deployment and retrieval method that is suitable for many DTS-12 turbidity sensor installation applications. The carousel easily slides inside the standpipe and is positioned using a 3/4' PVC rod that is...

Systems

SedEvent

Measuring suspended sediment concentrations used to be labor-intensive, costly, inaccurate and impractical. SedEvent not only makes it possible and practical, it makes it simple. We invented the concept of a turn-key system that uses this effective method of intelligent, automated grab sampling that requires no programming and minimal reliance on consultants to install and maintain. SedEvent allows for accurate calculations of sediment loads while...

Fixed Remote Automated Weather Station - RAWS

The FTS fixed Remote Automated Weather Station (RAWS) is the standard remote automated weather station used for fire weather monitoring in the United States. It’s a purpose-built system comprised of components designed to inter-operate specifically with the interests of fire and fuels management agencies in mind. From the assembly of a new station at a remote location to yearly service and maintenance, the design of the FTS fixed RAWS shows our extensive...

QD3 Quick Deploy Portable RAWS

The FTS Quick Deploy portable weather station is the fire community’s most widely used weather station for prescribed burns and temporary monitoring applications. It offers the same scientific-grade accuracy and reliability as our full fixed RAWS in a portable form which can be setup in 15 minutes by one person, with no tools and no technical training.

24 Products found