Station Main Frame

The station main frame is a free-floating balanced platform that is held in place by side anchors. It is designed for up to 20 meters of water level variation and constructed of type 316 stainless steel. This allows years of service in freshwater.

Station flotation is provided by four large polystyrene floats (approximately 120 kg. of buoyancy). A large perforated disc is attached to the central mast about 3 meters below the surface and prevents the station from bobbying due to surface waves. The station is weighted at the bottom to remain upright.

The station supports the LakeESP instrumentation, with meteorology sensors mounted at the top, and the T-Chain is attached to one arm.