Tempest Weather Flow discount program
PRECorp is partnering with WeatherFlow to offer multi-function Tempest Weather Stations to members at a discounted price of $279 plus tax.
The Tempest is a self-contained weather station system that sends data through local wi-fi networks. It senses light, rain, wind, barometric pressure, temperature, humidity, lightning, and other factors with wireless transmission. The units are not warrantied, but are very durable and low maintenance, with no moving parts.
Data flows to WeatherFlow databanks and local collectors can publish to a data cloud. The live data readings at an individual location are visible on that user’s mobile device using a simple app.
While a user can see what’s happening at their place, readings from across a network of stations can also be seen and stored. This benefits the local residents who need this data for storm reporting or insurance claims. This is particularly important for the agriculture industry where review of accurate weather data is part of the daily chores.
Other potential benefits, aside from the discounted purchase price, include a ‘data dividend’ of $20 a year for two years for making the information public.
This is important for future enhancement of system operations response. Alerts would be generated when conditions favor galloping lines, which are often a cause of outages in icing conditions. Conditions for galloping have to be perfect; with a certain amount of icing on the lines, and wind from a specific direction, and at a defined wind speed. If the WeatherFlow system detects these conditions, protection settings can be modified and crews made aware of the potential issue.
Apply for a loan
There are options available to pay for the units interest free in monthly installments on your power bill. PRECorp offers a zero-interest loan program for members who would like to pay for the unit over a 12-month period. Call PRECorp Member Service at 1-800-442-3630 for more information.