SI World 2/2021, Snowmaking & Slope Maintenance
Snowsat – Perfect slopes from the first day to the last
In the beginning, there was snow depth measurement. This forms the basis for data-driven professional snow management. Thanks to SNOWsat, over 350 customers worldwide benefit from a real-time overview of the current snow situation on their slopes.
And, with seamless documentation of all relevant data, you no longer have to rely on gut feeling alone. It’s a perfect combination: the experience of the drivers – they know where the snow reserves are, for example – is backed up by data, which form the basis for further optimisation.
So everyone benefits from the data: slope managers and snowmakers in operations as well as management and operations management in strategic decisions.
ARMIN SCHMID
ARMIN SCHMID
Head of Piste Preparation, Weisse Arena Group, Laax, CH:
Head of Piste Preparation, Weisse Arena Group, Laax, CH:
“Snow depth measurement enables us to make optimal use of our snow reserves (in both technical and natural snow). At the same time, it helps the drivers in poor visibility, as it allows a good overview of the snow situation, even in this case. The drivers can therefore navigate safely even in extreme visibility conditions.”
With a world first, it goes even further
One revolutionary advancement here is predictive snow depth measurement – SNOWsat LiDAR. This provides the driver with real-time data on snow depth, not only under but also in front of (up to 50 m) and next to the vehicle.
The resulting, further expanded database enables forward-looking work and optimises the use of available resources during planning in the office as well as preparation in the vehicle, so that no pile of snow is left unused.
LUKAS REINHARD
LUKAS REINHARD
Head of Snow Park Preparation, Weisse Arena Group, Laax, CH:
Head of Snow Park Preparation, Weisse Arena Group, Laax, CH:
“Snow depth measurement helps with efficient relocation of the snow, as it facilitates an earlier response. We can now identify locations with low snow much sooner and we are therefore able to replace the snow cover.”
Sustainable & targeted use of resources
One of the biggest cost factors in ski resorts is the production of machine snow. SNOWsat provides detailed information on where unexpected snow deposits are located and where the snow cover is only very thin.
It determines when which snow guns need to be activated. The operating hours of the snow groomers can therefore be optimised and snow can be produced according to demand. This is an enormous financial advantage that pays for the investment in a surprisingly short time – all while maintaining or even improving the quality of the slopes.
Snow depth measurement and snow management form part of the SNOWsat platform. Pictures: KÄSSBOHRER
Now more than ever: secure sales
Optimism is the order of the day. Accordingly, when we return to regular ski operations next winter, demand for maximum efficiency and operational reliability will be greater than ever. Professional snow management is the guarantee for perfect slope quality and safe, economical operation from the first day of the season to the last.
SNOW MANAGEMENT WITH SNOWSAT MEANS
SNOW MANAGEMENT WITH SNOWSAT MEANS
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