We are delighted to announce the launch of MaxiMet GMX552, the first compact weather station to integrate a black globe sensor for heat stress monitoring, providing highly accurate data in real-time.
Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent, longer lasting, and more intense. The World Meteorological Organization notes that extreme heatwaves in 2003 and 2010 were responsible for 80% of weather-related deaths in Europe between 1970 and 2019, while its State of the Climate in Asia 2024 confirms that the region is experiencing a warming trend almost double the global average.
As a result, businesses and governments are increasingly taking steps to protect their citizens and workforce through legislation and Health & Safety programmes that require reliable heat stress condition measurements.
MaxiMet GMX552 is a heat stress solution that collects environmental and meteorological measurements for demanding applications. Developed and built in accordance with ISO 7243-2017, it measures black globe temperature, wind speed & direction, temperature, humidity, pressure and multiple parameters in addition to WBGT. Our compact weather stations deliver accurate, reliable data, are quick to set up, and work seamlessly in any environment. With a robust, low-maintenance design and the option to run on battery or solar power, they are built to perform wherever you need them.
What is WBGT? How is it calculated and how is it different from Heat Index?
- Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a heat stress measure designed to mimic how the body feels when subjected to extreme conditions.
- Includes a measure of radiant heat from the sun.
- Accounts for air movement and cooling through
evaporation.
- WBGT is much more suitable than “Heat Index’ which only accounts for temperature and humidity in the shade (only uses ambient temperature beneath solar shields).
- Solving heat stress challenges – Gill instruments
