Columbia Weather Systems

Here are a few more options to help protect your investment in weather-monitoring technology. Heated Sensors To prevent the possible disruption of weather data during an ice storm we offer a couple of options. For Capricorn 2000 Weather Stations , we recommend a heated rain gauge and the heavy-duty EX wind sensor with the heated option. Additionally, the Orion Weather Station is available with a heated all-in-one sensor head. Sensor Storage Case for Vehicle-Mount Weather Stations For Orion and Magellan Vehicle-Mount Weather Stations , a sensor storage case may come in handy if your vehicle does not have built-in sensor storage. These cases are constructed of ultra-high-impact structural copolymer, making them extremely strong and durable. They are unbreakable, watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof, offering total protection for se

Two teams have elected to use Orion Weather Stations to monitor weather parameters for their houses submitted for the 2009 Solar Decathlon in Washington DC. With a goal of net-zero energy consumption, weather conditions will directly affect the homes' operational systems. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, the Solar Decathlon brings together 20 teams from universities around the world to design and build zero-energy houses. Virginia Tech's entry is called "lumenHAUS" -- lumen for "the power of light" and "haus" being German for both house and home with a nod to the BauHaus movement . The Refract House, a combined effort from Santa Clara University and California College of the Arts, is dedicated to "promoting the idea of living light" -- harnessing sunlight, lightening the carbon footprint, and enlightening today's consumers. Solar Decathlon • lumenHAUS • Refract House