SupplY OF Simrad HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radars FOR Maritime Logistics Company
Background
Trueyezz, was approached by a Nigerian maritime logistics company that was looking to upgrade its fleet's radar systems. The company required a radar solution that would enhance situational awareness and on-water safety, while providing advanced features to monitor collision hazards and distant weather cells. Trueyezz recommended Simrad HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radar, a comprehensive solution that could meet the client's needs.
The company was facing significant challenges with their existing radar systems. The outdated systems were unreliable, lacked advanced features, and were not capable of providing real-time meteorological data. The company recognized the need for a comprehensive solution that would improve situational awareness and provide advanced features to monitor collision hazards, distant weather cells, and even birds.
Solution
Trueyezz recommended Simrad HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radar, which offers an unprecedented mix of short and long-range performance. The 4-foot open array provides a range of up to 64 nautical miles, with no compromises in detection at either range. Advanced digital signal processing helps to eliminate sea clutter, while beam sharpening technology provides enhanced separation between small or distant targets.
Simultaneous Dual Range Mode
The HALO-4 radar features Simultaneous Dual Range mode, which allows monitoring of two distance ranges simultaneously. This means the user can keep an eye on faraway weather cells while monitoring channel markers and high-speed watercraft up close. Pulse compression technology means no compromises in detection at either range.
Safety, Weather, and Bird-Finder Radar: Halo radar delivers a comprehensive range of features to enhance situational awareness and on-water safety. The MARPA target tracking allows the monitoring of selected collision hazards. The optional VelocityTrack™ Doppler motion-tracking upgrade automatically highlights all approaching targets. The Weather mode allows the user to monitor distant storm cells in real-time. Halo radar also works as a powerful bird-finder, a must-have tool for sportfishing enthusiasts and pro anglers. Halo radar’s smart Weather and Bird modes require no manual tuning, just set the mode and go.
Ready in an Instant
The HALO-4 radar's solid-state technology is ready instantly from standby, and in just 16-25 seconds from a cold start. This avoids the 2-3 minute warm-up time associated with traditional pulse radar and ensures an immediate, accurate radar image when needed. HALO-4 radar’s low-power pulsed transmissions make it safe to run in anchorages and marinas, providing additional coverage in these high-collision-risk environments. Fast 48 RPM operation provides frequent position updates, while an advanced brushless motor and helical geartrain ensure quiet operation.
Outcome
The logistics company was impressed with the performance of the Simrad HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radar. The upgraded radar systems enhanced situational awareness and on-water safety, while providing advanced features to monitor collision hazards, distant weather cells, and birds. The company's fleet now operates more efficiently and safely, with reduced downtime and improved navigation capabilities.
Conclusion
Trueyezz successfully delivered a comprehensive solution that met the client's needs. The HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radar offered unprecedented short and long-range performance, simultaneous dual-range mode, and advanced features such as collision hazard monitoring, weather mode, and bird-finder radar. The company's fleet now operates with enhanced situational awareness and on-water safety, demonstrating the effectiveness of the HALO-4 Pulse Compression Radar.