This section provides an overview for anemometers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 28 anemometer manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked anemometer companies as of November, 2024: 1.Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc., 2.Enercorp Instruments Ltd., 3.Omega Engineering, Inc..
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An anemometer is a device that measures the speed of the wind. Anemometers measure the speed of the wind and display it in units such as m/s or knots. Anemometers can be used to measure various wind speeds, such as those caused by atmospheric conditions, wind caused by rotation, and wind coming out of air conditioning exhaust vents.
Wind speed is a vector quantity. For this reason, many anemometers can measure both wind speed, which is a magnitude, and wind direction, which is a direction. Anemometers are available in a variety of operating principles. For example, anemometers include wind cup anemometers, windmill anemometers, ultrasonic anemometers, and thermal anemometers.
Anemometers are used in many everyday applications. For example, they are used for repair and maintenance of air conditioners, and to measure the anemometric velocity of gases from exhaust vents. Anemometers are also used to determine atmospheric conditions for meteorological observations.
There are several types of anemometers, including windmill, ultrasonic, thermal, and wind cup types. The most common type of anemometer is the windmill type, which is used by organizations, such as the Japan Meteorological Agency. Anemometers of the windmill or wind cup type are used for the purpose of measuring outdoor wind speed. The characteristic feature of their use is that they are installed outdoors and measure the degree of wind speed outside by rotation.
Anemometers of the windmill and wind cup types have been increasingly digitized in recent years. The digitalization of anemometers makes it possible to check the wind speed at a distance from the location where the Anemometer is installed. Real-time wind speed can be checked on a PC or smartphone indoors. Anemometers mainly used indoors are thermal and ultrasonic types. Thermal and ultrasonic anemometers are often portable.
Thermal and ultrasonic anemometers are used by placing the instrument directly on the area where the wind speed is to be measured, or by hand, and by taking continuous measurements on the spot. Both thermal and ultrasonic anemometers provide instantaneous wind speed data at your fingertips. They are also characterized by their flexibility of use, as the installation position can be easily changed. However, care must be taken to ensure that the wind speed is not affected by the movement of people.
In general, to measure wind speed, one must decide the purpose and under what environmental conditions the results are desired. The type of anemometer to be used depends on whether the measurements are to be made indoors or outdoors.
There are four types of anemometers: wind cup anemometers, windmill anemometers, ultrasonic anemometers, and thermal anemometers.
Anemometers use a cone-shaped blade called a wind vane. The wind speed is calculated by measuring the number of rotations of the rotating blades with a generator or rotary encoder. The wind speed is not related to the direction of the wind, but only to the wind speed, making it very sensitive to wind changes.
Anemometers use propeller-like blades that are rotated by the wind. Wind speed is measured by using the rotational speed of the rotating blades, which is measured by a generator or other device. Anemometers that can simultaneously measure wind direction by attaching a propeller to one end of the anemometer and a weathervane to the other end are common.
Anemometers measure wind speed by measuring the amount of change in the speed of sound, which varies with wind speed. The ultrasonic wave is transmitted from the transmitter and received by the receiver, and the time taken from transmission to reception is used to measure the wind speed.
Thermal anemometers use the temperature change of the measuring section cooled by the wind. The anemometer measures the wind speed by measuring the electrical signal generated from the temperature sensing element. Some thermal anemometers can measure not only wind speed but also humidity and pressure at the same time.
Anemometers have a variety of measurement principles, so care must be taken when selecting one. For example, some anemometers are resistant to rain and snow, making them suitable for outdoor use, while others are suitable for use in clean rooms and other manufacturing sites where precision is required.
Anemometers should therefore be selected appropriately according to the application for which they are to be used. Anemometers are used at workplaces, to measure the effectiveness of smoke control, and so on. Recently, however, there are more and more opportunities to measure wind speeds close at hand. For example, you may check wind speed and flow when playing golf, sailing or other outdoor activities, or when using the air conditioner at home.
When selecting an anemometer, the most common type of anemometer is the compact type. Anemometers of the compact type are available in windmill and thermal types, and can be purchased at reasonable prices by the public. The advantage of the compact type Anemometer is that it is a handheld type. Anemometers are characterized by their light weight, which makes them convenient to carry.
In addition, since the measurement result display screen is integrated with the instrument, the wind speed measurement results can be checked immediately. Anemometers of the handy windmill type are mainly used for outdoor leisure and sports activities. Thermal anemometers, like windmill anemometers, are also available at reasonable prices. Thermal-type anemometers can be used to measure wind speeds mainly outdoors and at home under conditions where an air conditioner or circulator is used.
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OMEGA Engineering Inc., founded in Norwalk, CT, in 1962 is a manufacturer of products used to measure temperature and humidity, flow and level, and pressure. The company's product portfolio includes thermocouple probes and assemblies, pressure gauges and switches, and air velocity measurement systems, wireless systems and portable optic sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
NRG Systems Inc., founded in 1982 and currently a subsidiary of ESCO Technologies Inc., is an American manufacturer based in Hinesburg, Vermont, providing hardware and software for wind and solar resource measurement. Some of the company's offerings include meteorological towers and Lidar technology for wind resource assessment (WRA) at wind plants. It also offers turbine control solutions for wind plants to reduce operations and maintenance costs and increase annual energy production (AEP). The company further provides flare solar resource assessment and monitoring (SRA/SRM) systems, enabling accurate estimation and optimization of AEP for solar power plants.
OMEGA Engineering was originally begun in 1962 as a manufacturer of thermocouples and has grown to over 100,000 products for measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain force, flow, level pH, and conductivity as well as customer service including data acquisition, electric heating, and custom-engineered products. Additionally, OMEGA offers tools to serve as reference for engineers around the world. OMEGA Engineering serves the aerospace, automotive, wireless, sanitary, test & measurement, process control, power monitoring, environmental, and laboratory markets.
Advanced Thermal Solutions, established in 1989, is a global manufacturer and supplier specializing in thermal management of electronics, headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, USA. Their range of products includes heat sinks, thermal interface materials, heat pipes & vapor chambers, and liquid cooling systems, which are used to manage and control the temperature of electronic devices. These products are applied in industries such as electronics, automotive, Internet of Things, thermal management, military, and aerospace. Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc.'s quality management system is certified according to ISO 9001:2015.
Tianjin Zwinsoft Technology Co. Ltd. is a developer and manufacturer of environmental monitoring instruments and software that was established in Tianjin, China, in 2010. The company offers online monitoring devices for various environmental parameters, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), motor vehicle exhaust, and catering oil fumes. It also offers cloud-based environmental data analysis platforms and custom software development services for unique customer projects. The company’s products are commonly used in environmental protection, industrial processing, and urban management operations.
Tekbox Digital Solutions, founded in 2008 and located in Singapore, is a manufacturer of environmental monitoring products and test equipment. The company specifically fabricates multi-sensors remote terminal units, converters, sensor interfaces, antennas, and comb generators. It also produces coaxial adapter sets, self-powered active loads, high-pass filters, and anemometers. It applies electromagnetic compatibility pre compliance testing during the design phase that could reduce time to market and product development cost significantly. Its multi-sensors remote terminal units allow connecting up to 2 SDI-12 sensors, 2 analog sensors, and one pulse sensor.
S.A.M.A. Italia S.r.l., established in 1974 and headquartered in Viareggio, Italy, is a manufacturer of precision measuring and control instruments and calibration solutions. The product line includes an extensive range of options, such as flow meters, temperature sensors, pressure gauges, and calibration tools. These optimal-precision devices make it possible to precisely measure and regulate vital characteristics across an array of sectors, including petrochemical, manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace. The products' stability, accuracy, and longevity are essential to quality control and industry compliance in measuring and control solutions for organizations all over the world.
FSG, founded in Berlin, Germany, in 1946 is a manufacturer of measurement and sensor equipment and accessories. The company's product portfolio includes Inclination Sensors, Draw-Wire Encoders, Spring cable reels, joysticks and wind sensors. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, New Product Design and Development and Custom Manufacturing.
Capetti Elettronica S.r.l. is a developer and custom manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical products that was established in 1973 in Castiglione Torinese, Turin, Italy. The company offers sensors and transducers for measuring physical parameters and transmitting data via electrical signals, data loggers for recording and storing acquired information, and gateways for collecting and exporting data from its portfolio data loggers. The company chiefly serves its clients in Europe’s infrastructure, transportation, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
PRONOVA, founded in 1998 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a manufacturer of analytical and measurement equipment. The company specializes in gas analysis equipment for measuring flue and process gases, water analysis equipment, and agricultural measuring solutions. With in-house hardware and software development capabilities, it is capable of offering customer-specific OEM products. It has been serving biogas plants, sewage and landfill sites, and laboratory facilities while also following the standards of DIN/ISO 9001:2008 certification.
FuehlerSysteme eNET International GmbH is a manufacturer and supplier of sensors for measuring environmental conditions, founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. Their products include temperature sensors, humidity sensors, pressure sensors, air quality sensors, and flow sensors. These products are used for measurement and control purposes. The company holds ISO 9001:2015, CE, EAC and RoHS certifications, serving manufacturers of systems and control technology, installing craftsmen, building operators, energy/process optimizers, and contractors.
ANEOS Corporation is a manufacturer of meteorological observation equipment established last 2019, by a merger between Ogasawara Keiki Seisakusho Co., Ltd. and Nippon Electric Instrument Co., Ltd. Ogasawara Keiki Seisakusho Co., Ltd. started as an aircraft and watches repair factory last 1886. In 1893, the company started manufacturing meteorological equipment such as pressure gauges, and surveying instruments. Meanwhile, Nippon Electric Instrument Co., Ltd. founded last 1965 has Wind Speed and Direction Meter as its first product. Currently, the company has ten products spanning different industries. It also offers solutions related to Public Transportation, Fire Prevention, Flood Control, and the Environment.
Enercorp Instruments, Ltd was born in 1977 and operates out of Brampton, Ontario. Enercorp is a manufacturer of measuring equipment used in markets such as HVAC, industrial monitoring, food processing, waste management, pharmaceutical, lumber, and agriculture. Enercorp produces sensors and components in six categories: temperature, including temperature sensor plates and temperature probes, current such as core current switches and current indicators, Aqua-Boy & curing such as moisture meters and needle electrode heads, pressure such as pressure transducers and pressure transmitters, wind such as ultrasonic anemometers, and binding post, such as lead-through bolts.
The Sauermann Group was established in 1976 and is headquartered in Montpellier, France as the designers, manufacturers, and suppliers of industrial and HVACR-related products and solutions. The company provides comprehensive solutions for measuring, monitoring, and controlling indoor air quality (IAQ) and HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) systems. The line of products includes condensate pumps, air quality sensors, leak detectors, manifold gauges, and other related instrumentation and accessories. These products are designed to improve IAQ, prevent condensate overflow, detect leaks, and optimize the performance of HVACR systems in various residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Digitron Italia was founded in 2003 in Italy and it is a marketer, designer and manufacturer of industrial measurement instrumentation and wireless monitoring solutions. The product range comprises portable instrumentation, fixed instrumentation, data loggers, wireless monitoring solutions, HMI software, weather devices, and industrial data loggers. Additionally, Digitron Italia partnered with the Olympics in Turin for the 2006 Winter Olympics and in Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Olympics. The company holds ISO certification. They also manufacture scientific tools such as incubators, centrifuges, densitometers, and scientific bioreactors.
Kintech Ingenieria S.L, established in 1999 and headquartered in Aragon, Spain, is a manufacturer of data acquisition systems and sensors for wind and solar resource assessment. The company’s products and services are tailored for wind and solar resource assessment, monitoring, and operational needs. It ensures high-precision data acquisition from robust data loggers like Orbit 360 and EOL Zenith to an array of sensors, including cup anemometers, wind vanes, and ultrasonic sensors. Its software solutions, such as EOL Manager, Atlas, and Geovane Tools, streamline data management and analysis. The company’s solutions optimize wind and solar project development and operations for industry professionals.
Trimble Inc., founded in 1978 and headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, provides software and technology services and is a manufacturer of optic-based and GPS products. The company stocks laser, optical, and GNSS positioning products and outsources the manufacturing of several of its hardware products to partners like Jabil and Flex Ltd. Its manufacturing sites are ISO 9001 certified, and it serves customers worldwide in more than 152 locations in 34 countries. Its common stock trades on NASDAQ under TRMB, and the company has over 2000 worldwide patents.
Din Aksa is based in Zaragoza, Spain, and is a manufacturer of industrial handling and weighing systems that was established in 1985 as a subsidiary of the Dinak group of companies. The company produces various load cells for heavy duty weighing operations, weighing hooks for lifting or handling heavy loads, and static weighing equipment for standard weighing operations. It also offers magnets for lifting, separation, and clamping applications. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in Spain’s logistics, steelworking, and construction industries.
ADCON, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, is a manufacturer specializing in digital radios for data transfer based on GSM/GPRS technology. The company product range is diverse and includes ADCON SERIES 6 RTU, A850 Telemetry Gateway, RA440-Remote A440, adapters for professional rain gauges, and the A553 digital port extender, among others. These radios and accessories are essential components in various fields, including meteorological and hydrological monitoring, the agricultural market, and water management systems.
Maximum, Inc. is a manufacturer of weather monitoring and analysis instruments established in 1970 and located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA. The company’s product lineup includes indoor as well as outdoor thermometers for measuring temperature, wind instruments such as anemometers for measuring wind direction or speed, and barometers for monitoring atmospheric pressure in order to aid in weather forecasting. The company’s products are commonly used in operations reliant on weather monitoring and navigation such as in the marine industry, as well as by educational institutions and home users.
Kanomax USA, Inc. (KMUS) is an American manufacturer of air quality monitoring and testing instrumentation established in 2006 as a subsidiary of Kanomax Japan Inc., which was founded in 1951. The company produces sound and vibration meters, indoor air quality (IAQ) monitors, airflow testing equipment, and particle counters for use in HVAC validation or environment testing. They also offer after-sales services including calibration and repair for customers in need of technical support. KMUS serves clients in various industries including the HVAC, construction, medical, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
Mantracourt Electronics is a designer and manufacturer of strain gauge measurement instrumentation established in 1974, and based in Exeter, United Kingdom. The company's specialized product lineup includes wireless telemetry devices that receive and transmit sensor data via RF technology, signal conditioners that convert, filter, or amplify sensor signals, and USB data acquisition devices for converting sensor signals into data transferable to PC. Mantracourt maintains a network of partner distributors in 40 countries across five continents, serving client companies like Bosch, Klein Schanzlin & Becker Aktiengesellschaft (KSB), and Fresenius Medical Care.
Bristol Industrial & Research Associates Ltd., established in 1975 and headquartered in Portishead, Bristol, is a manufacturer and distributor specializing in meteorological sensors designed for professional markets. The company's main product line consists of wind measuring instruments, including traditional cup and vane anemometers, ultrasonic anemometers, and research-quality three-dimensional wind profilers. These products find applications in thunderstorm detection, wind energy, aviation meteorology, general meteorology, offshore and marine, and various other professional sectors. The company caters to many customers, including Observator Group, MicroStep-MIS, DTN, Orga, Sabik Offshore, and others.
Delta OHM S.r.l., established in 1978 and based in Caselle di Selvazzano, Italy, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in meteorological devices. The company's product portfolio includes ultrasonic anemometers, particulate matter transmitters, barometric pressure transmitters, thermometers, and other devices. These devices are utilized in various industries, including environmental monitoring, meteorology, renewable energy, agriculture and food, as well as health and safety. The company holds both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 certificates, and it employs more than 330 individuals across sixteen global locations.
PCE Instruments UK Ltd., started in 199 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, is a manufacturer and supplier of test instruments, equipment, and tools for weighing, measuring, and control systems. The company offers more than 500 test equipment, including analyzers, inspection cameras, meters, detectors, and sensors, with applications in various fields like data acquisition, electrical engineering, environmental science, building inspection, and food processing. Its manufacturing and development division is ISO 9001 certified, all its test instruments, equipment, and tools are factory calibrated, and the company also provides services for custom test instrument design, installation, and maintenance.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Enercorp Instruments Ltd. |
11.2%
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2 | Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. |
10.1%
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3 | Omega Engineering, Inc. |
6.7%
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4 | Sauermann Group |
6.3%
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5 | NRG SYSTEMS |
5.6%
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6 | Kanomax Corporation |
4.9%
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7 | Tianjin Zwinsoft Technology Co.,Ltd. |
4.5%
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8 | TekBox Digital Solutions Pte. Ltd. |
4.5%
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9 | Delta OHM S.r.l. |
4.5%
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10 | ANEOS Corporation |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the anemometer page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 4 | 20.0% |
Italy | 4 | 20.0% |
Germany | 3 | 15.0% |
United Kingdom | 3 | 15.0% |
Japan | 2 | 10.0% |
China | 1 | 5.0% |
Singapore | 1 | 5.0% |
Canada | 1 | 5.0% |
Belgium | 1 | 5.0% |
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