Boothwyn, PA - September 3, 2020

Kestrel Instruments, a Nielsen-Kellerman® brand, announces the release of the Kestrel 3550FW Fire Weather Meter. Kestrel's newest and most affordable fire weather meter is now more capable and connected. The 3550FW has all the original features and comprehensive weather monitoring capabilities of the benchmark Kestrel 3000 plus a digital compass for wind direction, Kestrel Bluetooth® wireless connectivity for remote viewing and instantaneous sharing of weather data from a mobile device, and an extra coin cell battery to ensure you won't lose power in the field when you need it most.

The Kestrel 3550FW ($199) keeps your crew connected with shareable and exportable condition reports with GPS location via text and email right from the free Kestrel App. Even when you're on the move, you can wirelessly log and retrieve data for real-time monitoring and reporting.

Unlike a traditional Weather Belt Kit, the 3550FW captures readings of ten critical weather measurements near instantly, with less reliance on user technique and instrument maintenance. Barometric pressure, altitude, dew point, heat stress index, relative humidity, temperature, wind speed and direction, wind chill and wet bulb are all measured by the Kestrel 3550FW as soon as the unit is slid from its protective cover and held into the air. Ready to be tossed in your pack, the Kestrel 3550FW is IP67 waterproof and Mil-SPEC-810G drop tested, and the rubberized slip-on cover protects the display, impeller and sensors.

Current users of the much-loved Kestrel 3000 will find the Kestrel 3550FW well worth stepping up to as their powerful, but still easy-to-use, weather guide for fire management, safety, and decision-making. To order, or for additional information on the Kestrel 3550FW Fire Weather Meter, please visit https://kestrelinstruments.com. 

About Nielsen-Kellerman

Nielsen-Kellerman (NK) is the parent company for a family of measuring and monitoring technology brands focused on providing the accurate performance and weather data needed for safety, business success, research and defense as well as athletic and recreational activities. NK specializes in building products that perform in the most challenging outdoor environments from the water to the desert. NK's largest division is the weather division, encompassing Kestrel® Weather and Environmental Meters, Ambient Weather® Stations and internet dashboards, and RainWise® Professional Grade Weather Stations and Rain Gauges. NK also designs and builds NK Sports Performance electronics for rowing and paddling, Kestrel® Ballistics Meters for long-range shooting, and Blue Ocean Rugged Megaphones for outdoor use. NK makes the majority of its products in the USA and is proud to be both a recognized leader in Lean Manufacturing and an award-winning top workplace. For more information, visit www.nkhome.com.