Overview: The document provides comprehensive specifications and applications for various measurement devices used in horticulture and agriculture, focusing on pH, salinity, and photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) measurements. It includes descriptions of individual products, their technical data, and recommended applications.
1. COMBI AM 5000: A basic unit with a data logger function for direct soil salinity measurement, featuring a stainless steel probe. Suitable for pot plant production, nurseries, and landscape management. It is splash-proof and powered by a 9V battery.
2. pH Measurement Tools: Includes pH test strips, a sturdy field tester for direct soil measurement, and an ECO pH Pocket Tester with automatic temperature compensation and a dual-level LCD display.
3. Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) Measurement: The COMBI 5000 measures PAR between 400-700 nanometers, crucial for assessing light spectrum for plant photosynthesis. It includes a PAR/DLI sensor suitable for various plant growth environments.
4. EC Measurement Tools: Details the ECO EC Pocket Tester and the EC 5000 for measuring conductivity in solutions, featuring automatic temperature compensation for applications like nutrient solution control and substrate production.
5. Combination Units: The COMBI 5000 series offers multifunctional units combining pH, EC, and activity measurements, ideal for comprehensive monitoring in greenhouses, consulting services, and educational facilities.
6. Technical Specifications: Each device is described with technical data including measuring ranges, resolutions, accuracy, calibration methods, and power requirements. Item numbers for ordering components and accessories are also listed.
COMBI 5000 Overview: A versatile instrument for measuring key parameters in plant production, including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), soil salinity, soil moisture, and temperature. Equipped with various probes and solutions to facilitate these measurements.
Specifications: Offers two main configurations: a 5-in-1 unit measuring pH, EC, activity, moisture, and temperature, and an 8-in-1 unit adding relative humidity, air pressure, and additional temperature measurements. Powered by a 9-volt battery, capable of over 400 measurements, with an automatic switch-off function after 4 minutes.
Probes and Solutions: Includes a pH insertion probe, EC probe with platinum sensors, multi-probe for activity, moisture, and temperature, and an HPT probe for humidity, temperature, and air pressure. Calibration is automatic for both pH and EC measurements.
Data Management: The COMBI 5000 Data Manager is a web platform that enhances data handling by allowing easy upload, sorting, and filtering of measurements. Supports location and crop type management and can export data in .xlsx format.
Technical Data: Features a splash-proof housing, alphanumeric display, and a data logger with a memory capacity of 2620 records. Supports BNC and 8-pin plug connectors.
LASA AGRO System: A photometric analysis tool for soil, substrate, and water analysis, including the LASA AGRO 3900 spectrophotometer for rapid and precise nutrient analysis with pre-programmed tests and easy data transfer via USB or Ethernet.
Applications: Suitable for agricultural research, horticultural production, and educational institutions, providing reliable data for optimizing plant growth conditions.
LASA AGRO 1900 Overview: A mobile photometric analysis system for fast and precise on-site determinations, suitable for soil, substrate, water, and leaf analyses, offering over 220 pre-programmed methods in a rugged, portable design.
Specifications: Operates within a wavelength range of 340 - 800 nm with a wavelength accuracy of ± 2 nm. Features a reference beam optical system and uses a Xenon flash light source. Powered by 4 AA batteries or rechargeable NiMH batteries, can store up to 500 measurement data, transferable via a mini USB interface. Protected under IP 67 standards and weighs 1.5 kg.
Components: Includes plastic funnels, extraction bottles, volumetric and measuring beakers, a wooden frame
sieve, reaction glasses, a reaction glass holder, special folded filter papers, and an aluminum transport case. Additional modules include variable piston pipettes, cuvette holders, and rechargeable batteries.
Applications: Ideal for horticultural plant producers, peat and substrate producers, and advisory associations. Provides measurements in mg/100 g soil, mg/liter substrate, and mg/liter solution, with results easily transferable to formats like MS Excel.
Cuvette Tests: Supports various cuvette tests for nutrients and trace elements, including nitrate, ammonium, phosphate, potassium, magnesium, and more. Designed for safety and precision, featuring pre-dosed reagents and color-coded packaging for easy recognition.
Quality Assurance: Emphasizes the importance of quality assurance in obtaining reliable analysis results, using standard solutions, spiking solutions, and ring test solutions to ensure accuracy and precision in measurements.
Training and Support: Optional seminars on plant nutrition and soil analyses are available, providing practical demonstrations and interpretation of measurement results. A video manual for the LASA AGRO system is also mentioned.
Additional Equipment: Details additional equipment like the compact photometer PF-3 for soil nutrient analysis and the LT200 dry thermostat for digestion processes, highlighting their technical specifications and functionalities.
Heavy Metal and Nutritional Parameter Analysis: Provides technical specifications and procedures for the analysis of heavy metals and nutritional parameters in various samples, including soil, water, and plant tissues. Includes information on necessary equipment, reagents, and methodologies for accurate measurement and analysis.
Heavy Metal Analysis: Outlines the use of the CRACK SET reagent set for the digestion of metals in samples. Specifies the optical path length and material for cuvettes used in metal determination tests. Lists various tests for elements such as iron, copper, nickel, cadmium, lead, and zinc, including their measuring ranges and pack contents. Emphasizes the importance of soil testing for contamination assessment.
Nutritional Parameter Analysis: Describes the Nitrachek Nitrate Test Kit for measuring nitrate content in plants, soil solutions, and water. Includes a reflectometer for optical evaluation and details on the measuring range, accuracy, and delivery contents. Discusses the Chlorophyll Meter, highlighting its ability to measure chlorophyll content in plants to assess nitrogen needs and plant health.
Laboratory Equipment: Details various laboratory equipment, including deionisers, drying ovens, balances, and microscopes. Provides technical specifications such as capacity, resolution, and dimensions for each piece of equipment. Mentions the availability of additional models and accessories upon request.
Weather Stations: Briefly mentions the T-Warner Weather Stations, used for monitoring climate data relevant to horticulture and agriculture. These stations measure parameters like air temperature, humidity, and wind speed, with data transmitted in real-time to an internet database.
T-Warner System Overview: Provides real-time SMS alerts for weather conditions such as frost, heat, and heavy rain. Consists of a stainless steel housing, GSM modem, antenna, and solar panel with battery, allowing flexible location choices. Power can be supplied via a 220V mains connection or solar-charged batteries.
Applications: Suitable for microclimate data measurement and documentation, frost alerts for agriculture, crop protection and plant disease forecasts, irrigation control and management, temperature monitoring in various agricultural settings, and fire alerts.
Weather Forecast and Irrigation Management: Offers a 14-day forecast and hyper-local weather data with hourly resolution. Supports intelligent irrigation management using various soil moisture sensors.
Internet Weather Stations: Robust, solar-powered, and transmit data via GSM/GPRS. Can handle up to 600 sensors and store up to 8 MB of data. Provide SMS alerts for various weather conditions and support decision-making tools like disease models and irrigation management.
Technical Specifications: Sensor layout includes wind speed, leaf wetness, and rain gauge inputs. Memory: 8MB flash. Connectivity: GSM, GPRS, EDGE, HDSPA, CDMA, UMTS, Wi-Fi, Satellite. Battery: 6V, 4.5AH. Operating range: -35°C to 80°C. Solar panel: 1.4 Watt.
Model Configurations: T-Warner 180 measures temperature, air humidity, and precipitation. T-Warner 200 adds leaf wetness measurement. T-Warner 300USW includes global radiation and wind speed/direction.
Frost Alert System: Provides real-time SMS warnings for frost conditions, configurable for up to 16 phone numbers.
Crop Protection and Disease Forecasting: Offers reliable forecasts for plant diseases using models for various crops. More than 80 disease models are available.
IoT Weather Stations: μMETOS NB-IoT stations operate on NB-IoT networks, supporting long-range data transmission and multiple sensors. Designed for remote monitoring of climate parameters and soil characteristics.
MiniMETOS SOIL: Measures soil temperature and moisture, powered by a battery with 1-2 years of autonomy. Ideal for locations where solar panels are not feasible.
Additional Products: iSCOUT®: Remote pest monitoring system with AI-based analysis. CropVIEW®: High-resolution photo system for crop monitoring. Various sensors for temperature, humidity, rainfall, and more.
WeatherHub: Provides comprehensive weather data accessible via smartphone, with memory for up to 90 days and adjustable alarms.
Climate Monitoring and Measurement Devices: Provides detailed information on various climate monitoring and measurement devices, including their specifications, applications, and technical data. Covers products such as the Thermo-Hygro Transmitter Pro+, digital thermometers, wind meters, data loggers, and food scanners.
Specifications: - Thermo-Hygro Transmitter Pro+: Connects up to 50 sensors, compatible with iOS and Android, and includes additional app functions like graphics and data export. Transmission frequency is 868 MHz with a maximum range of 100 m.
- Digital Thermometers: Various models with different measuring ranges and accuracies, suitable for applications like compost monitoring and substrate temperature measurement.
- Wind Meter WIND BEE: Measures wind speed with a range of 0.4 – 30 m/s and includes features like backlight and temperature display.
- Data Logger 175-T3: Compact logger with a memory of up to 1 million readings, suitable for temperature monitoring in compost.
- Mobile Ethylene Analyser F-950: Measures ethylene, CO2, and O2 levels, ideal for produce quality maintenance.
Applications: - Devices are suitable for monitoring greenhouses, storage rooms, refrigerators, and more.
- Food scanners like the F-750 and F-751 are used for non-destructive fruit quality measurement, predicting ripeness and harvest dates.
Technical Data Highlights: - Temperature Range: Devices cover a wide range from -50°C to +1000°C depending on the model.
- Power Sources: Include various battery types and options for solar panels or power adapters.
- Data Storage and Interfaces: Many devices offer data logging capabilities with interfaces like USB, Wi-Fi, and SD cards for data export.
Recommendations: - Ensure compatibility with existing systems and requirements, such as internet connectivity and smartphone compatibility.
- Consider the specific application needs, such as the required measuring range and accuracy, when selecting a device.
Environmental Monitoring and Phytomonitoring Instruments: Provides technical specifications and descriptions for various measurement instruments used in environmental monitoring, fruit quality control, and phytomonitoring. Includes CO2 monitors, dissolved oxygen meters, refractometers, fruit hardness testers, and a photosynthesis monitor.
CO2 Monitors: The AirCO2ntrol 5000 and T-440 are designed for measuring indoor air quality, including CO2 levels, humidity, and temperature. The AirCO2ntrol 5000 has a range of 0-5000 ppm and includes a data logger with a micro SD card. The T-440 offers a broader range up to 9999 ppm and includes a Bluetooth CO2 probe.
Dissolved Oxygen Meter: The HQ1130 is a portable meter for measuring dissolved oxygen in water, suitable for field and lab environments. It features a large data storage capacity, a color display, and a robust design with IP67 protection.
Refractometers: Measure sugar content in fruits and other products. Describes both portable and digital refractometers, with features like automatic temperature compensation and multiple evaluation scales (Oechsle, Brix, KMW Babo).
Fruit Hardness Testers: Measure the hardness of fruits to determine maturity and monitor storage conditions. Come with different tip sizes for various fruit types and can be connected to a PC for data recording.
Phytomonitoring System: The Photosynthesis Monitor provides continuous monitoring of photosynthesis and other physiological parameters in plants. Includes features like leaf chambers for CO2 and H2O exchange measurements, and supports additional sensors for comprehensive plant monitoring.
Key Features and Specifications:- CO2 Monitors: Range up to 9999 ppm, Bluetooth connectivity, data logging capabilities.
- Dissolved Oxygen Meter: Measurement range of 0.1 - 20.0 mg/L, IP67 protection, USB data export.
- Refractometers: Measurement range up to 50% Brix, automatic temperature compensation, water-resistant design.
- Fruit Hardness Testers: Measurement range up to 24 kg/cm², multiple tip sizes, optional PC connectivity.
- Photosynthesis Monitor: Continuous automatic operation, multiple leaf chambers, non-dispersive infrared CO2 measurement.
Soil Moisture Measurement Systems: Provides detailed technical specifications and applications for various soil moisture measurement systems, focusing on the COMBI 5000 SWM, MST 5000, TDR-150, TDR-350, and CLIMAVI systems. Also covers additional tools like tensiometers, pore water samplers, and grain
moisture meters.
COMBI 5000 SWM: Uses FDR technology for precise soil moisture measurement. Features a robust stainless steel probe and is designed for efficient irrigation management. Key specifications include a temperature range of 0°C to +60°C, moisture range of 0-50% WVC, and Bluetooth connectivity for mobile operation.
MST 5000: A handheld device for measuring soil moisture and temperature using FDR technology. Provides direct readings and is suitable for various soils and substrates. The device is splash-proof and operates with a 9-volt battery.
TDR-150 and TDR-350: Portable sensors measure soil moisture using time-domain technology. The TDR-350 includes additional features like Bluetooth, GPS, and a backlit display. Both models offer data logging capabilities and are compatible with the FieldScout App.
CLIMAVI Systems: Designed for urban environments, the CLIMAVI City and Microclimate systems measure soil moisture and other parameters like humidity and temperature. Powered by solar energy and batteries, providing real-time data transmission.
Additional Tools: Describes tensiometers for measuring soil water potential, pore water samplers for nutrient analysis, and grain moisture meters for agricultural applications. These tools offer various features like digital displays, automatic temperature compensation, and easy data interpretation.
Technical Specifications: Detailed technical data is provided for each system, including measurement ranges, accuracy, power requirements, and dimensions. Emphasizes the importance of calibration and environmental conditions for accurate measurements.
Soil Sampling and Testing Equipment: Provides detailed technical specifications and applications for various soil sampling and testing equipment. Includes information on different types of augers,
soil samplers, penetrometers, and light measurement tools, highlighting their design, usage, and technical data.
1. Augers:- Types: Includes Edelman augers (clay, sand, coarse sand, combination types), Riverside augers, Stony soil augers, and Spiral augers.
- Design: Made from high-grade non-toxic steel with a wear-resistant design suitable for different soil types.
- Technical Data: Provides dimensions, weight, and specific applications for each auger type.
2. Soil Samplers:- Types: Pot Sampling Auger, Hand Sampling Auger, Sampling Auger with foot rest, Pürckhauer Simplex Sledge Hammer.
- Applications: Suitable for soil science research, landscape gardening, and construction.
- Technical Data: Includes dimensions, weight, and material specifications.
3. Penetrometers:- Purpose: Measures soil penetration resistance, important for agriculture and civil engineering.
- Features: Includes GPS, data storage, and optional soil moisture sensor.
- Applications: Used in agriculture, soil science research, and foundation expertise.
4. Light Measurement Tools:- Types: Quantum PAR/DLI Light Meter, LUX Meter, LUX Multi Meter.
- Purpose: Measures light for photosynthesis, important for crop production.
- Technical Data: Provides measuring range, accuracy, and operational environment details.
5. Contact Information: STEP Systems GmbH provides contact details for inquiries and orders.