Optical Sensors Brochure

Optical sensors for measuring Visibility and Cloud Height are traditionally used at airports and heliports, but are now also widely used offshore to improve safety in helicopter traffic. These sensors often use complicated lenses and optical components that is sensitive to vibration and mechanical shock. Special care therefore needs to be taken when locating and installing such sensors offshore, if possible shock absorbers should be used. Optical sensors are also very vulnerable to shadowing from parts of the structure and may also be influenced by exhaust, hot or dry air outlets. Please contact us for advice.