FERC Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring

FERC Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hydroelectric operation licenses often require pre- and post-construction dissolved oxygen monitoring. NexSens data collection and telemetry systems simplify this process.

Real-Time DO System

Real-time dissolved oxygen monitoring systems consist of a dissolved oxygen sensor, data logger, communications module, and power supply conveniently packaged onto a mast-mounted or buoy platform.

Data Collection

NexSens data loggers support a wide variety of analog and digital inputs. Dissolved oxygen readings are sampled and logged with a time and date stamp.

Wireless Communication

Radio, cellular, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Iridium satellite telemetry options deliver real-time data from local and remote locations to your computer or mobile device.

Sensor Selection

The system supports polarographic, galvanic, and optical DO sensor connections. For on-site display and calibration, a transmitter with an LCD screen is available.

Open-Water Measurements

Upstream and downstream dissolved oxygen measurements can be made from shore, a lock wall, or on a data buoy with wireless communication.

System Expansion

Fluorometers, multi-parameter sondes, temperature strings, weather sensors, depth sonar, and many other sensors are easily added to the system.

Software and Data Management

Using iChart Live and the optional WQData Live Web datacenter, project members can quickly access real-time dissolved oxygen data and make informed operational decisions as needed.

Alarm Notification

Automated alarm notifications can alert project personnel when parameters exceed a set threshold. Systems can send alerts via SMS text message or e-mail.

Startup Support

Application engineers are available for training and technical support, both by phone and in person. Our extensive field experience helps ensure seamless implementation of the monitoring project.

Get Started

Ready to learn how NexSens can assist your project? Use the tools to the right to build your own monitoring system, see how others have benefitted from NexSens solutions, or contact an application engineer to discuss your needs.

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