FTS is the world leader in Fire Weather Stations.

For three decades we have worked closely with the wildland fire community to continuously improve and shape our technology to meet the needs of fire professionals. Our fire weather stations are in use with over 40 government agencies in every corner of the United States and Canada. Our systems are fast and simple to deploy, tough, designed for bomb-proof, reliable operation in harsh, remote environments, and meet US NFDRS standards and Canadian requirements.

FTS communication technologies are among the world’s most respected solutions for the high reliability and durability requirements of remote site monitoring stations and networks.  Wherever your monitoring needs take you, we can bring your data back.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• No laptop needed.  Installation, maintenance and troubleshooting can all be done quickly and easily without a computer.  If you need to bring a service report or data back from the field, all you need is a USB memory stick.
• Standards compliance.  FTS stations are configured, from sensors to data-acquisition program to service intervals, to meet the specific standards requirements of the purchasing agency: NFDRS standards in the US, Provincial and Federal requirements in Canada, and flexibility to meet the diverse sensor and configuration needs of unique projects.
• Easy to deploy and service.  FTS stations are shipped fully programmed, ready-to-go into the field with:
  • color coded military connectors and cables.
  • no exposed wiring or terminal strips.
  • no requirement to enter calibration constants for sensors when changing or servicing.
  • no programming of any kind.
• Complete.
  • Sensors, power supply, communications, set-up and installation instructions are all there.
  • If you need custom cables or have other special requirements, these will all be taken care of at the factory.
  • When you open the box in the field, you’ll have everything you need for a successful installation.
  • FTS stations are reliable – very reliable.  Field proven technology – from Alaska to Mexico.
• Intelligent power management.
  • The best power efficiency you can get.
  • High efficiency microprocessor control reduces regulator current use by up to 95%.
  • Monitors battery status, and optimizes battery life under tough solar conditions.
  • The Power Manager is configured to automatically shut down high power-demand sensors or communications to preserve power for data logging if required.
• Advanced technology.  FTS Fire Weather Stations use our newest and most advanced data logger, the F6.  New capabilities and features eliminate the need for a laptop in the field and make station servicing and maintenance fast and easy!
• Remote Communications.  FTS can supply a telemetry system for your station that will bring data back to your PC from anywhere on the continent.

The advantages of using FTS equipment go well beyond the hardware and software systems we design.  The key to accurate data for many years from a remote station is regular maintenance.  FTS provides the most effective and comprehensive service support offered by any company in the environmental monitoring industry.  FTS staff is knowledgeable about NFDRS and CFWI codes, WIMS, and specific sensor requirements for fire weather station standards.  We provide full maintenance services, from in-the-field annual maintenance and installation to return-to-factory calibration services . We can assist you with any custom cabling, power, communication, and installation site needs.  We understand the job your fire weather station needs to do for you.