Calif. investing $7M in local streamgage networks
Data from streamgages heavily inform critical water management decisions. Hydrology affects water services, public safety, wildlife conservation, recreation and commerce. The information supports...
View ArticleCAD visualization software gets structure compare tool
Within its 3DViewStation application, KISTERS has introduced the structure compare feature. The CAD visualization software displays changes in the 3D model. It also provides a detailed list, helping...
View ArticleOngoing drought drains Pacific NW hydropower generation
“Exceptional” drought conditions in the Pacific Northwest region and continental U.S. are draining the potential to generate hydroelectricity by double-digit percentages. The U.S. Drought Monitor...
View ArticleAttestations affirm integrity, security of KISTERS software
KISTERS has successfully passed a combined audit to demonstrate software compliance with SOC 2 Type 2 and BSI C5 Type 2 standards for its cloud services. The attestations assess the company’s ability...
View ArticleAffordable new water radar debuts to combat flood risks
As warming temperatures decrease reservoir and river levels, they are leading to heavy rainfall and flooding in other areas. To support water management organizations with reliable real-time data,...
View ArticleSatellites reveal low freshwater levels worldwide
Remote monitoring from a (U.S.) NASA and German space collaboration shows a decrease in freshwater. Scientists report an abrupt drop started in May, 2014. They say that water levels have remained low....
View ArticleHow does the snow sensor work?
An the NOAA Weather Prediction Center have forecasted an atmospheric river and bomb cyclone to strike the West Coast, heavy snow is expected in higher elevations. CNN reports that multiple feet of snow...
View ArticleFire officials, “no substitute for retardant” despite toxic metals
University of Southern California (USC) research has identified high levels of toxic metals in fire retardant. Fire officials defend common use of the chemical to coat vegetation, minimizing fire...
View ArticleSOC 2 Type 2, BSI C5 Type 2 prove IT security efficiency
Confirmation of effective information security measures For transparency and confidence of customers and partners, KISTERS undergoes information security audits. In particular the company has sought to...
View Article3DViewStation: the Visionary, the Team and Customer Success
CAD visualization software development led by vision and team spirit for customer success The success of KISTERS 3DViewStation is inextricably linked with Germar Nikol. With a passion for technology,...
View ArticleFederal hiring freeze weakens wildfire mitigation, climate research
The United States Forest Service (USFS) announced a hiring freeze for seasonal positions in fiscal year 2025. While 11,300 seasonal firefighters remain unaffected, about 2,400 roles critical for...
View ArticleWater quality assurance rests on information security
Manipulated data Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has temporarily suspended water testing in the state laboratory’s water chemistry program. The U.S. Environmental...
View ArticleJT file importer updated in KISTERS 3D CAD visualization app
KISTERS has updated its 3DViewStation importer for the Jupiter Tessellation (JT) file format. The new JT importer maximizes efficiency under multi-threading demands. Optimal core performance results in...
View ArticleLive in a valley? Snow surveys & snowpack matter
Snow Surveys Headquartered outside Sacramento, the KISTERS North America team celebrates manual snow surveys by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). We, hydromet nerds, ring in the new...
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USGS: Knowledge gap in hurricane effects on water quality
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists have completed a strategic review of current knowledge of hurricane impacts on water quality. A new report describes assets and capabilities in water science...
View ArticleSoil erosion: the silent risk between fires and floods
In a “first-of-its-kind study” U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists quantified erosion for one year following every large fire in California from 1984 to the 2021. They documented a tenfold...
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Advanced hail technology reshapes solar projects & insurance
As hailstorms become increasingly frequent and severe, utility-scale solar projects face significant risks of damage and downtime. KISTERS, a global leader in environmental data solutions, addresses...
View ArticlePowering precision manufacturing across industries
From aerospace and aviation to shipbuilding, KISTERS 3DViewStation has become an indispensable software for handling complex 3D CAD data with speed and accuracy. The powerful CAD visualization and...
View ArticleNatural habitats contribute to insurability
Global insurance firm Swiss Re released research on Florida’s coastline and its high exposure to storm surge. Natural protection helped lower the frequency of insurance claims from less severe weather...
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Monitor risk of roof collapses under heavy snow loads.
As storms increase in severity, heavy snow has collapsed warehouse roofs across Alaska and Oregon. Flat and low-slope roofs have more risk than sloped or pitched roofs. Snow can accumulate quickly...
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