Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Sensors
NDIR Infrared Gas Sensors for OEM Greenhouse & Controlled-Environment Systems
Modern greenhouses and controlled-environment agriculture systems rely on accurate gas monitoring to optimise plant growth, increase crop yield, and maintain safe operating conditions. Dynament manufactures high-performance NDIR infrared gas sensors designed for integration into OEM greenhouse monitoring, CO₂ enrichment, and environmental control systems.
Our sensors provide reliable, long-term measurement of carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and other gases commonly monitored in greenhouse environments, supporting both plant growth optimization and facility safety.
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Developed for OEM Greenhouse & Automation System Manufacturers
Dynament sensors are selected by:
- OEM greenhouse climate and environmental controller manufacturers
- Automation and monitoring system integrators
- Smart agriculture / precision growing platforms
- Fixed safety and plant-room gas detection systems
Typical integration environments include:
- CO₂ enrichment monitoring and control
- Climate and ventilation management systems
- Distributed environmental monitoring networks
- Boiler, biomass, and energy plant safety monitoring
Our compact OEM sensor modules are designed for fast integration, stable continuous operation, and a long service life.
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Key Gases Measured in Greenhouse Applications
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) — Plant Growth & Yield Optimisation
CO₂ enrichment improves photosynthesis and crop productivity. Accurate CO₂ monitoring allows:
- closed-loop enrichment control
- prevention of unsafe over-concentration
- optimisation of ventilation / heat balance
- improved system energy efficiency
Dynament NDIR CO₂ sensors deliver:
- high measurement stability
- rapid start-up
- minimal calibration requirements
They are widely used in automated greenhouse and plant growth control systems.
Methane (CH₄) — Energy Plant & Boiler Room Safety
Methane may be present in:
- biomass heating systems
- natural gas boiler rooms
- composting or anaerobic decomposition areas
Dynament CH₄ sensors support:
- early leak detection
- continuous fixed-point monitoring
- facility safety compliance
Our methane sensors are trusted in safety-critical and industrial environments, where reliable detection performance is essential.
Technical Advantages of Dynament NDIR Sensors 
Dynament greenhouse application sensors provide:
- ✔ NDIR infrared sensing technology
- ✔ High accuracy and repeatability
- ✔ Excellent long-term operational stability
- ✔ Low drift, low-maintenance design
- ✔ Low-power consumption for distributed networks
- ✔ Compact, lightweight OEM module format
Multiple configuration and measurement range options are available to support different greenhouse operating conditions and control strategies.
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Example Specification Summary (typical options available)
| Measurement principle | Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) |
| Target gases | CO₂, CH₄ (other gases available) |
| Measurement range options | Parts per million (ppm) up to %-volume (gas dependent) |
| Repeatability | High stability / low drift |
| Output formats | Digital / analogue, or both (model dependent) |
| Warm-up time | Fast start-up |
| Power consumption | Suitable for low-power distributed systems |
For detailed values, refer to the relevant product datasheet.
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System Integration & Platform Compatibility
Dynament sensors are designed for seamless integration into:
- embedded controller boards
- PLC-based automation systems
- IoT and remote greenhouse monitoring platforms
Integration features include:
- digital and analogue output options
- standby / low-power mode support
- compatibility with automated control networks
Our team can support:
- sensor selection and range configuration
- integration best-practice recommendations
- calibration and performance optimisation
to help achieve the required accuracy and reliability in your application.
Benefits for Greenhouse Operators & System Designers
Using Dynament NDIR infrared sensors enables:
- ✔ improved crop growth through precise CO₂ regulation
- ✔ stable long-term environmental monitoring
- ✔ reduced maintenance and calibration effort
- ✔ safer operation of heating and plant equipment
- ✔ reliable measurement for automated control systems
Dynament sensors are well-suited for both commercial production greenhouses and research-driven growing environments, where measurement performance and uptime are crucial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are NDIR infrared sensors used for greenhouse CO₂ monitoring?
NDIR technology offers selective, stable and long-life CO₂ measurement, making it ideal for continuous monitoring and automated control environments.
Can Dynament sensors be integrated into OEM greenhouse control systems?
Yes — Dynament sensors are supplied as compact OEM modules designed for integration into embedded electronics and environmental control platforms.
Are the sensors suitable for continuous, fixed-point monitoring?
Yes — Dynament sensors are widely used in fixed gas detection and continuous environmental monitoring applications requiring long-term stability.
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If you are developing a greenhouse monitoring, CO₂ enrichment or environmental control system, our application specialists can help you select the most suitable sensor for your design.
