Witeklab HRT
Real-time monitoring of temperature and relative humidity in building elements Request InformationMeasuring humidity together with temperature in building materials is crucial to ensure the durability and quality of structures. Witeklab HRT allows real-time monitoring of temperature and relative humidity in various building materials, both inside and on the surface, with a high degree of reliability. The data provided by this solution is vital for detecting and preventing damage caused by moisture, and is of great value for the preservation and maintenance of structures and buildings, quality assurance of materials and time optimization in construction projects.
Suitable for moisture control in concrete, wood, stone, brick or clay
Monitoring by means of sensor equipment with cable probes with no distance limits
Temperature recording with an accuracy of 99.99%.
Relative humidity recording with an accuracy better than 92%.
Sending parameters to the cloud via direct cellular or WiFi connection
Real-time data presentation on control panel
Anticipate damage caused by humidity
Witeklab HRT measurement equipment employs high-precision sensors together with data logger probes, capable of simultaneously monitoring temperature and relative humidity in real time, with a maximum deviation of 0.1 °C in temperature and between 5 and 8% in relative humidity, depending on the ambient humidity range on site.
The sensors, together with advanced antennas, transmit the information directly to the cloud, eliminating the need for manual data collection and ensuring constant and accurate monitoring of parameters through the Witeklab web platform.
Witeklab HRT provides you with the information you need to assess the risks associated with excess or deficient moisture in all types of materials, facilitating corrective action and predictive maintenance of building elements and structures.
Benefits of moisture control in building elements
Prevention of structural damage.
Improved safety of structures.
Direct control of the quality of the materials.
Preservation of the aesthetic and heritage value of the elements.
Reduced maintenance and restoration costs.
Increased efficiency in the management of structures.
Uses of Witeklab HRT
Witeklab HRT can be used to measure temperature and relative humidity both inside and outside the elements to be monitored:
Measurement of temperature and humidity inside different materials, such as concrete in the curing process, inside walls, wood or clay elements…
Measurement of humidity on surfaces that may present humidity or environmental measures.
Measurement of ambient humidity in situ (with temperature) without wiring.
Witeklab HRT is particularly suitable for measuring temperature and relative humidity in building elements where there is a considerable distance between the measuring point and the electronics for data recording and sending to the central station.
Witeklab HRT provides you with the information you need to assess the risks associated with over- or under-moisture in all types of materials.
Monitoring of humidity and temperature in all types of building materials
Moisture monitoring such as that offered by Witeklab HRT can be key to the early detection of problems in a variety of building materials:
Witeklab HRT allows to anticipate the main problems of concrete structures:
- Carbonation: humidity facilitates the reaction of CO₂ with the cement paste, lowering the pH and reducing the corrosion protection of rebars.
- Corrosion of reinforcement: the presence of water and oxygen generates rust in the steel bars, causing cracks and detachment of the coating.
- Disintegration and loss of strength: in cold climates, retained moisture can freeze and expand, causing the concrete to crack.
Correlation of data with corrosion monitoring systems
Witeklab HRT complements corrosion monitoring systems, allowing correlation of data from both systems to provide a more complete picture of the health of structures. Obtaining relative humidity and temperature parameters provides crucial information to assess corrosion triggers and estimate corrosion progression.
Moisture control is crucial to avoid the main problems it causes in wood:
- Swelling and shrinkage: humidity is a great enemy of wood, which has a great capacity to absorb water, causing dilations and contractions, deformations and cracks in the material.
- Rot and decay: persistent humidity generates the proliferation of xylophagous fungi that degrade the wood.
Loss of mechanical resistance: damp wood loses structural capacity, increasing the risk of collapse.
Relative humidity monitoring with Witeklab HRT is useful for detecting most moisture-related problems in stone, brick, clay and other building materials, such as:
- Degradation of brick and mortar: rainwater and humidity dissolve mortar binders, weakening walls and structures and facilitating spalling.
- Moss and mold: in porous materials such as stone and brick, humidity favors the proliferation of microorganisms, generating stains and deterioration.
- Leaks and condensation in interiors: in buildings with poorly insulated enclosures, internal humidity can generate mold and affect coatings and indoor air quality.
A comprehensive solution for real-time temperature and relative humidity control
Witeklab HRT works by means of cable probes placed at strategic points of the element to be monitored. The measuring equipment performs measurements at intervals preprogrammed by the device, right at the points where the cable probes are located. These incorporate a capsule with an air chamber for the measurement of relative humidity and temperature. By means of a thermo-balance between the air inside the sensor element and the outside air, the measurement is carried out with the accuracy provided.
The parameters recorded by the measuring equipment are sent at predefined intervals to the cloud server via WiFi connection to a network with data connectivity, processed and presented on the Witeklab web platform for consultation.
* A router can be incorporated in case of lack of connectivity.
Elements of the solution
Sensor element
Measurement radius node
Gateway or central station with internet access
Witeklab web platform for data representation
Technical characteristics
Witeklab HRT WK10013C1
Single channel temperature and relative humidity recording probes solution.
Expandable to 4 and 8 channels.
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Parameter |
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For the main sensor (located in the same device) | ||
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Linearity in temperature measurement | ± 0.1 | °C |
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Operating range | -40 a 125 | °C |
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Relative humidity measurement accuracy between 0% and 59%. | ± 5 | % |
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Relative humidity measurement accuracy between 60% and 100%. | ± 8 | % |
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For environmental parameters measured by the station | ||
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Linearity of ambient temperature measurement | ± 0.1 | °C |
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Operating range | -40 a 125 | °C |
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Accuracy of relative humidity measurement between 0% and 100%. | ± 1.5 | % |
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Number of measurement channels | 2 – 4 – 8 | |
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Operating temperature | -40…85 | °C |
| Dimensions | 90 × 145 × 185 | mm |
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WiFi - Standard | 802.11b/g/n | |
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WiFi - Carrier frequency | 2412 – 2484 | MHz |
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WiFi - Bit rate | 15 | Mbps |
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WiFi - Antenna gain | 9 | dBi |
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For mains supply | ||
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Supply voltage | 110 – 240 | Vac |
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Power frequency | 50 – 60 | Hz |
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Power consumption (peak and average) | 20 y 1 | W |
| En caso de que se incluya router | ||
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Router Compatibility - Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Southeast Asia | 4G LTE: B1/ B3/ B5/ B7/ B8/ B20/ B28/ B38/ B40/ B41 | 3G WCDMA: B1/B5/B8 | |
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Router Compatibility - USA, Americas, Australia, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, South East Asia |
4G LTE: B1/ B2/ B3/ B4/ B5/ B7/ B8/ B12/ B17/ B28/ B66/ B38/ B40/ B41 | 3G WCDMA: B1/ B2/ B4/ B5/ B8 | |
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Number of additional devices supported | 16 | |
| WiFi: 802.11b/g/n |
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