Rapid Fire
Snowmaking Automation

wIRELESS | poRTABLE | sOLAR CHARGED | bATTERY OPERATED

Patented Rapid Fire Technology is a game-changing approach to retrofitting and designing automated snowmaking systems. The wireless, battery-operated, solar-charged, and cloud-based system eliminates the need for fixed infrastructure and field service. It can be installed in just a few days, provides the fastest ROI and lowest cost of ownership, and can be moved to multiple trails and hydrant locations during snowmaking production. Rapid Fire Automation provides unprecedented advantages that were previously unseen in the snowmaking industry.

Rapid Fire Automation Hardware

Rapid Fire Automation is a simple modular system with unparalleled flexibility. It enables effortless relocation and expansion of the automation network to meet budgetary and seasonal snowmaking NEEDS.

Fuse Air + Water Hydrant

The cornerstone of Rapid Fire Technology is a hydraulically balanced air + water hydrant. Manual or automatic, patented Fuse hydrants optimize snowmaking efficiency and capacity by streamlining start up and shut down procedures including automatic purging. The Fuse hydrants modular design can be customized to any pit or pipeline configuration.

Fuse hydrants installed onto buried pipeline and in-ground pits are easily serviced from above ground. Plus, you can operate Snow Logic snowguns and all third-party technologies at any distance above or adjacent to the hydrant location without a pit.

Black Box Actuator

The patented Black Box actuators are capable of semi or fully automating Snow Logic snowguns within minutes. The simple and robust design includes a custom PCB board, battery, gear motor, solar panel, and high-gain antenna, utilizing the latest hardware and communication technology.

The Black Box actuators feature a watertight housing and come equipped with GPS, motor controller, microprocessor, radio, and Bluetooth technology.

What sets Rapid Fire Technology apart from the rest, is the ability to automate both tower and mobile snowmaking units, optimizing production and efficiency across your entire snowmaking fleet.

Water Hydrant Controller & Air Hydrant Controller

Snow Logic's water hydrant controller offers seamless automation for Fuse Air + Water hydrants as well as compatibility with most third-party hydrants. Installation is easy: remove the handle and affix the mounting bracket. The gear motor's speed and torque are adjustable to accommodate various pressures, locations, and hydrant types.

The air hydrant controller serves as an autonomous air ball valve capable of operating third-party hydrants. It also facilitates remote bleeding of airlines for enhanced functionality and convenience.

Wireless, Solar Powered Weather Station

Snow Logic's solar-powered, wireless weather stations remain operational for up to 6 months without sunlight, providing updates 5 times per hour without the need for wires or antennas. These rugged units maintain precision even in extreme climates and are easy to install and set up.

The system allows you to select specific weather stations for monitoring or aggregate data from multiple stations. The patented double-helix shape effectively eliminates temperature errors from solar radiation better than conventional multi-plate shields, providing exceptional protection from the sun, dirt, rain, and snow.

Infrastructure

  • No pit, electrical, or communication lines required.

  • Eliminates excavation, re-vegetation, and associated labor costs.

  • Minimal environmental impact and disturbance.

  • Lowest capital cost.

  • Fastest installation process.

  • Snowmakers can effortlessly install or remove Rapid Fire hardware with the quick connector; no electrical panel or high voltage is necessary.

  • No downtime - Dual Vector snowguns and Fuse hydrants can be manually operated by removing the Black Box actuator and reinstalling the control handle in just a few minutes.

Operations

  • All Snow Logic Dual Vector snowguns and Fuse hydrants are auto-ready.

  • Third-party hydrants can be easily automated.

  • Plug-and-play parts require no diagnostics or field maintenance, ensuring simplicity in snowmaking operations.

  • Snow production can be increased by up to 30%, with simplified start-up and shut-down procedures, ensuring consistent snow quality in all temperatures.

  • Fuse hydrants are hydraulically balanced and can safely operate at pressures up to 1,000 psi (68.94 bar).

  • Dual Vector snowguns emit minimal noise levels, making them suitable for residential and built-up areas.

  • Many snowmaking departments currently face staff shortages. Rapid Fire automation technology offers a quick and cost-effective solution to support seasonal operations.

Cloud Database / UI

  • Accessible via any handheld or desktop device with an internet or cellular connection

  • The simple interface features manual and automatic modes, map views, group selection tools, operational data, and Black Box status, including location, signal strength, and battery charge.

  • The cloud database records operational metrics like wet bulb temperature, run time, and production output. Even if the Black Box is relocated, accurate and up-to-date information remains accessible for each location

  • Employing widely recognized security protocols ensures only authorized users can access your application.

  • With an Open Architecture design, seamless integration and data sharing with other systems and platforms are facilitated.

  • Customized reports, baseline data, and analytics enhance operational insights and decision-making processes.