IAN HANBY - CHARTERED ENGINEER
BERGERHOFF DEPOSIT DUST GAUGE
This instrument is designed to measure dust deposition, usually quoted as mg/sq m/day
Please note that this instrument has been superseded by the New Bergerhoff Gauge as a result of unavailability of suitable bottles.
CONTENTS OF KIT
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Main assembly consisting of plastic-coated stand with removable bird guard and bottle holder.
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Overall height 2m and weight approximately 6kg
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5-litre HDPE collecting bottle (aperture 90mm)
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Spare 5-litre HDPE collecting bottle as above
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Allen keys, 2.5mm and 1/4inch
BENEFITS
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General construction and aperture size in accordance with the German standard VDI 2119
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Bird guard reduces risk of polluted samples from bird strikes
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Removable upper section for easy transportation
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Large 5-litre bottle will accommodate 780mm rain. Click here for an approximate idea of UK rainfall.
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Can easily be serviced on site by untrained personnel
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Low price, permitting large numbers of measurement stations to be deployed economically
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Guy rope attachments for extra security and stability
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Plastic coating of steel frame gives durability in hostile environments
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Spare parts and repairs always available