Accurate weather detection in tough environments

Biral’s VPF-730 unit is designed for effective weather detection in areas of maximum corrosion risk. It is suitable for installation on coastal highways or on bridges crossing tidal estuaries for example. The firm claims that the unit provides accurate visibility and present weather measurement and suits use in many tough installations due to its efficiency, reliability and performance. The sensor is a compact and robust package with an exceptionally long service life of 15 years or more. It suits use i
July 30, 2019 Read time: 1 min
Bira’s VPF-730 weather detector is designed for high corrosion resistance
8558 Biral’s VPF-730 unit is designed for effective weather detection in areas of maximum corrosion risk. It is suitable for installation on coastal highways or on bridges crossing tidal estuaries for example.


The firm claims that the unit provides accurate visibility and present weather measurement and suits use in many tough installations due to its efficiency, reliability and performance. The sensor is a compact and robust package with an exceptionally long service life of 15 years or more. It suits use in locations where the local conditions can be severe.

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