Training at Nanometrics Headquarters

Nanometrics delivered a turnkey seismic surveillance monitoring system consisting of Trillium broadband seismometers, Taurus digitizers, real-time satellite telemetry and data center software for the acquisition (NAQS), analysis (Hydra), publication and notification of earthquakes (Athena).

Installation of the Academia Sinica/NCU network

Academia Sinica is one of Asia's premier research and educational institutions. Sinica's Institute of Earth Sciences (IES) is one of several long-term Nanometrics customers in Asia. IES has purchased over 150 seismometers of all types from the original Trillium 40 to the latest Compact model. In addition to deploying them in local networks, IES has also provided several seismometers to SE Asian countries as part of technical cooperation projects.

Arrival at the remote field site

As part of AGAP, the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, designed GAMSEIS (Gamburtsev Antarctic Mountains Seismic Experiment) to determine what is driving the mountains upward and how they may have contributed to the formation of the East Antarctic Ice sheet.

Trillium Compact is available with an optional transport/installation case. The unique design provides space for the sensor and tripod deployment cradle (included with the case) which can be set securely into soil or onto an irregular rocky surface. The Trillium Compact is then set into the bowl-shaped arms of the cradle and leveled in seconds. Optional tripod cradle spike kits are also available for use in unconsolidated soil and sand deployments.

Nanometrics is pleased to announce a new generation in broadband seismometry.

Standing at just 128 mm (5.04”) tall with a diameter of only 90 mm (3.54”), Trillium Compact combines the superior performance of a broadband seismometer with the installation convenience of a rugged geophone. The instrument incorporates a symmetric triaxial force feedback sensor with a response flat to velocity from 120 seconds to 100Hz. Scientists no longer need to compromise on performance in applications demanding small, highly portable seismometers.

• Bandwidth -3 dB points at 120 s and 100Hz
• Clip level 26 mm/s fom 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz
• Extremely low power consumption of just 160 mW
• No mass lock, no mass centering required

Nanometrics is pleased to announce that we have expanded our sales force to meet increased demand for our products and services in the United States, Middle East and Indian sub-continent. Nanometrics welcomes regional sales managers, Mr. Earl Johnson and Mr. Gene Traverse.

Earl Johnson joined Nanometrics in January 2008 and brings with him extensive technical engineering, project management and international business experience. He is a Chartered Engineer (C.Eng., UK) and holds a technology degree from the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology, Manchester, England. Mr. Johnson has held several senior level management positions in international sales and business development and senior project management engineering positions with high profile Canadian companies. His substantial experience and collective knowledge make him a significant addition to the Nanometrics sales force. We welcome Earl Johnson to Nanometrics as Sales Manager, Middle East and India.

More recently, Gene Traverse joined Nanometrics to manage our growing U.S. market. Gene began his electronics training in the Canadian Armed Forces with specialization in power and communication systems. His technical career includes applications engineering and installing and maintaining broadcast, microwave, and satellite communications systems. Mr. Traverse spent 12 years in the sales and marketing of commercial satellite communications and digital imaging technologies. His extensive experience in applications engineering and communications technology makes him a valuable addition to the Nanometrics sales team. We welcome Gene Traverse as Sales Manager, USA.

The 1000^th Trillium 40 recently passed production test and is en-route to its new owner. The Trillium 40 continues to enjoy widespread acceptance and success.

The success of the Trillium 40 can be attributed to its consistent performance and outstanding track record for reliable operation. Nanometrics' original goal was to design a seismometer that would  “arrive alive”, not just on the first shipment but every time, to any destination.