Dedicated Outdoor Monitoring Instruments

Outdoor Air Quality Monitoring Built for Real Worksites and Real Weather

Dedicated outdoor monitoring instruments deliver continuous particulate data where it matters — at the site boundary, around communities, and across wide-area networks. These monitors use optical sensing technology to provide real-time readings for PM1, PM2.5, respirable dust, PM10, and total particulate. Data arrives in the cloud within minutes, making it easier to spot trends, investigate sources, and share findings with stakeholders.

What You Can Monitor

• PM1, PM2.5, respirable fraction, PM10, and total particulate
• Short-term events and long-term baselines
• Hot spots at the site perimeter or along community corridors
• Single locations or multi-site networks

Designed for the Outdoors

• Rugged, weather-resistant enclosures for year-round deployment
• Flexible power options, including mains and portable/remote setups
• Connectivity choices such as cellular, Wi-Fi, or Ethernet to fit your site
• Mounting options for tripods, poles, or fixed infrastructure

Real-Time Data, Practical Insights

• Live dashboards help teams see current conditions and compare sites
• Threshold-based notifications help teams act when levels rise
• Automated reports reduce manual effort and support documentation needs
• APIs and export tools enable integration with existing platforms

Representative Instruments in This Category

• DustTrak Environmental Monitor 854301-1: A hardened outdoor system built around DustTrak photometry for continuous particulate measurements.
• DustTrak Environmental Monitor 8540: Measures PM1, PM2.5, respirable, PM10, or total PM size fractions for targeted campaigns and long-term use.
• DustTrak Environmental Monitor 8543: Simultaneously measures PM1, PM2.5, respirable, PM10, and total PM for comprehensive visibility.
• BlueSky Air Quality Monitor 8143 and 8145: Lightweight, networkable particle monitors that are well suited for distributed community or campus deployments.
• Casella Guardian2 Site Boundary Monitor: A perimeter-focused system designed to help sites track emissions and support compliance efforts.

Where These Monitors Excel

• Construction: Set up at the site boundary to monitor dust trends during earthwork, demolition, and haul routes.
• Industrial Facilities: Track perimeter conditions and compare upwind/downwind data to support investigation and mitigation plans.
• Municipal and Community Studies: Build neighborhood networks to better understand localized air quality patterns.
• Campuses and Events: Deploy temporary networks to maintain visibility during seasonal activities or special operations.

How to Select the Right System

• Measurement Objective: Screening, trends analysis, or supplemental monitoring to support regulatory programs.
• Particulate Fractions: PM1 and PM2.5 for fine particles; PM10 and respirable for coarser dust; total PM for broad surveys.
• Connectivity and Data Flow: Cellular for remote sites; Wi-Fi or Ethernet for permanent locations; assess API needs.
• Power and Placement: Determine access to mains power vs. remote/portable configurations and select appropriate mounting.
• Environmental Conditions: Consider temperature swings, moisture, and placement to reduce interference from rain or direct plumes.
• Scale and Budget: Start with single-site deployments or build distributed networks with tiered instrumentation.

Deployment and Maintenance Tips

• Establish a baseline: Collect initial data to understand typical conditions before project activities begin.
• Document siting: Note height, distance from sources, and nearby obstacles to support consistent results.
• Plan routine checks: Schedule filter checks and sensor zeroing/spanning per manufacturer guidance.
• Calibrate and service: Use recommended factory services and firmware updates to help maintain performance.
• Share results: Use dashboards and scheduled reports to keep teams and stakeholders informed.

Data You Can Use

• Trend analysis: Identify recurring patterns by day, week, or season.
• Threshold tracking: Use alerts to help teams respond quickly to elevated readings.
• Reporting: Export CSV or use APIs to feed business intelligence tools or environmental management systems.
• Collaboration: Provide limited dashboard access to contractors, partners, or community groups when appropriate.

Why This Category

These instruments combine robust construction with real-time particulate measurements and modern connectivity. They help teams reduce manual logging, improve visibility at the perimeter, and support compliance efforts with clear, time-stamped records. Whether you need a single monitor for a short-term project or a network for continuous perimeter awareness, the lineup scales to your goals.

Get Started

Ready to configure an outdoor monitoring solution for your site? Share your project objectives, preferred particulate fractions, power and connectivity constraints, and reporting needs. A specialist can match you with the right instrument configuration and data workflow.