Dendrochronology
LIGNOSTATION
LIGNOSTATIONPreparation and recording
LIGNOSTATION™ is a compact, high-resolution system for preparing wood surfaces and recording the tree ring parameters and the wood density. LIGNOSTATION™, developed in cooperation with the University of Freiburg, is based on an entirely novel concept.
A precision mill prepares the measuring radii on the wood surface. Then, precise scans are obtained using a high-frequency probe. At the same time, optical scans of the surface can be made and analyzed in comparison with the image. The entire system is computer-controlled and relieves you of a great deal of time-consuming routine tasks. You attach the sample, define the measuring radius on the PC screen, and LIGNOSTATION™ will do the rest, from preparation up to measurement. You can fully concentrate on the scientific evaluation.
Applications
- Dendrochronology
- Density measurement
- Dendroecology
- Dendroclimatology
- Forestry
- Geography
Benefits
- Direct high-frequency scanning system
- No development of film required
- Automated procedure
- Compact, space-saving system (300 x 100 cm base area/footprint)
- No X-ray emissions
- Moderately priced
LINTAB
LINTABPrecision – for every single tree ring
Measuring tree rings requires high precision and a reliable method of measuring. LINTAB™ easily meets these requirements, and is furthermore easy to handle, ergonomic, robust and weatherproof. Both cookies (cross section, disc, disk, stem disc, transverse section) and cores can be measured. Together TSAP™ and LINTAB™ are a strong team for analyzing tree rings.
Applications
- Dendrochronology
- Stem analysis
- Ecological and geo-morphological analyses
- Vitality and damage analysis of road trees
Properties and advantages
- Complete tree ring measuring station at low cost
- Robust and weather-proof
- Internal control
- Maximum resolution: 1/1,000 mm
- Compatibility: serial / USB interface as PC link.
- Manual operation using hand crank (with angular gear on request)
- Length of measurement: 560 mm, optionally: 200 mm – 2,000 mm
- Resolution: 1/100 mm, optionally: 1/200 mm, 1/1,000 mm
- Standard sensitivity (sample motion per round): 5 mm, optionally: 2.5 mm, 10 mm
- Sample weight: up to 50 kg
TSAP
TSAPDiscover the life history of trees
TSAP™ offers a powerful software platform for tree ring analyses. All steps, from measurement up to the evaluation of tree ring sequences, are covered by TSAP™. A large number of graphic and statistical functions up to database links are available in TSAP™ and help you manage your data.
Applications
- Historical dendrochronology
- Dendro-ecology
- Dendro-climatology
- Increment and stem analyses
- Geomorphology etc.
Benefits
- Different data formats are supported
- Graphic and statistical synchronization right on the screen
- Stores marks and comments together with the measured values
- Detailed data header
- Modular design: Comprehensive graphics and mathematical library, support of third-party formats, link to SQL databases
Measuring and processing (TSAP™ Basic)
- Direct control of measurement on the screen
- Graphic post-processing of data
- Internal notebook that stores marks and notes
- Supported software includes LINTAB™
Data analysis (TSAP™ Professional)
- Additional functions to TSAP™ Basic
- Synchronization with various mathematical routines
- Selection of linear or logarithmic Y axis possible
- Graphic control of synchronization on the screen
- Easy preparation of a chronology
- Supported software includes LINTAB™and VELMEX, and the TUCSON-format
