Tide gauges and radar level sensors offer a basic and fundamental parameter for port control and movement. This, combined with meteorological and conductivity/temperature data packaged into a turnkey system with web-based operational software will enhance operations.
Dredging survey requirements rely on sound velocity, CTD and turbidity measurements to work with their multi-beam or single beam echo sounder surveys. Dye tracing, algal blooms and measurement of dissolved organic matters can be detected by Hyperion fluorometer sensors individually or as part of a multi-parameter CTD.
Current flow measurement is critical when conducting coastal instrument surveys or diving operations whether it be in real-time through hand deployment, or moored for a period to gather long term data. Valeport impeller and electromagnetic based current meters offer such solutions.
Coastal erosion and sediment transport studies can utilise wave recorders with current meter and turbidity parameters added. Valeport PUV type wave recorders are rugged and built for such shallow water deployments.