How Anti-fouling Works: Principles and Practices Webinar

Anti Fouling Sensor

One of the largest barriers to the search for good water quality data is the threat of fouling, which is why having a strong anti-fouling plan in place for your EXO Sonde is critical for long-term monitoring projects.

How Anti-fouling Works

Putting anti-fouling technologies in place can extend deployment intervals for your EXO Sonde or other long-term monitoring equipment. This can result in fewer trips to the field for equipment service and improved accuracy of water quality data. If you’ve ever experienced fouling in the field, this webinar is for you.

In this educational webinar, we will discuss:

  • Common sources of fouling from soil and algae to barnacles and other animals
  • Fouling’s effects on water quality data (drifts, spikes, and damaged equipment)
  • The evolution of anti-fouling technology from plastic sleeves to UV light
  • Expert tips to mitigate fouling from the sensor tips to the sonde body and even the cable
  • Data longevity and how to reduce site visits required during deployments
  • Real-world examples that demonstrate the application and benefit of anti-fouling measures

Water Monitoring

KERRY CASLOW
Outdoor Water Monitoring Specialist

Kerry Caslow joined YSI in 2018 in an application specialist role. At YSI, she collaborates with our R&D teams to field-test all new technological developments in water quality. Also, she regularly assists customers with technical support and data collection questions.

Before working at YSI, Kerry spent nearly nine years with the United States Geological Survey, supporting their urban hydrology program. She has a B.S. in Earth & Atmospheric Sciences from Georgia Institute of Technology, with a focus on environmental science.


Water Monitoring

CURT BUTLER
Applications Specialist, Customer Support

Curt Butler joined YSI in 2006 in an application specialist role. He provides hands-on technical and application support to some of the world's top researchers, helping them collect the highest quality data from their monitoring programs.

Before joining YSI, Curt owned and operated an electronics repair company, where he gained an appreciation and understanding for how technical instruments work. He has a B.S. in Business and Marketing from Wright State University.


Water Monitoring

NATE CHRISTOPHER
Marketing Communications Specialist

Nate Christopher joined YSI in 2017 in a marketing communications role for some of their flagship product lines including the EXO sonde platform and Pro Series handheld meters. He works with product management and the larger marketing team to create literature, videos, and events for our water quality instruments.

Before joining YSI, Nate spent just shy of seven years as a graphic designer for an environmental consultant. He has a B.F.A.in Visual Communication Design from the University of Dayton.


More in this webinar series:

How Algae Sensors Work

How Turbidity Sensors Work

How Conductivity Sensors Work

How pH & ORP Sensors Work

How DO Sensors Work

What Are People Saying About YSI Webinars?

This webinar was very well organized and contained some great information! Thank you.

~ Paiten H.

The presentation was excellent. Appreciated how you stuck around for an “After Hours” portion to answer questions! Thanks again!

~ Julie H.

I really enjoyed the presentation style. [Kerry and Curt] were very informative and professional, but also entertaining and enjoyable to listen to.

~ Heather M.