Jan 8, 2015

Spectrum introduces cloud-based software

Spectrum Technologies has introduced SpecConnect, an advanced web portal cloud solution for crop environmental monitoring using wireless networks. The cloud-based software monitors and captures weather and temperature, plant health and soil moisture data across various microclimates, according to the company.

SpecConnect can be pre-configured or customized to a user’s preference using the web portal or Native Android or iPhone applications. The user interface is clean and simple to use and integrates with Spectrum’s WatchDog weather stations and the in-field WatchDog Retriever & Pups wireless sensor network to provide real-time information. The entire network of crop sensors work together by communicating data via cellular modem or Wi-Fi, where information is then accessible on SpecConnect’s cloud-based web portal. SpecConnect’s software is site specific, meaning it currently works with any type of crop in agriculture. In 2015, plans include expansion to service the landscape and turf markets and also cover rain and wind variables, according to Spectrum.

The intuitive software works by producing advanced 2D maps using rolling topography from the wireless WatchDog Retriever & Pups, which have the ability to monitor and log information on crop and soil microclimates. Multiple sensors provide information on temperature, soil moisture for irrigation scheduling and insect and disease information. In addition, SpecConnect makes decisions actionable for the customer at a touch of a button. Users can remotely configure weather stations, sensors, set alerts and change logging intervals and use advanced reporting capabilities to better understand evapotranspiration, degree days and daily light integral to make more effective decisions, according to the company.

For more information, call Spectrum Technologies at 800-248-8873.