The use of Tinytag® data loggers and probes to monitor temperature during the composting process and the analysis of the recorded data allows one to decide whether the airflow needs adjusting to maintain the correct temperature
Traditional system
Tinytags®
are easy to use. Connect the logger to your PC using a USB or serial
cable, use Tinytag Explorer software to configure the logger and leave
it in place to record the data Configuration options allow the user to
set the time interval for each recording, define alarm limits and start
options
To retrieve the data re-connect the logger to your PC to
view in a convenient graph format. It can then be saved and exported to
other applications. Alternatively use Tinytag Shuttle with an HP iPAQ if you need to leave the loggers in position
Tinytag
Plus Robust, battery operated and waterproof these loggers have a wide
range of sensors and large memories for long term monitoring
Simple to use, these units are ideal for recording temperatures for process monitoring and validation
Compost Probe
A cost effective, waterproof and robust probe custom-designed for compost applications. With moulded handle, 1m stainless probe and the option to monitor surface as well as core temperature
Tinytag Explorer
Tinytag Explorer is the principal software for all Tinytag data loggers. It is used to configure and launch the loggers. Upon reconnection it displays the data they gather in clear graph and table formats. Windows based and user friendly it allows data to be exported to other applications for ease of use in reports and research projects