The WSS model is manufactured by Deif, and is a wind sensor static that has a built-in heating element to avoid icing up. It can be connected directly to a control system and concurrently send data to a WSDI-2 wind speed and direction indicator placed on the bridge.
The unit measures wind and direction, and is suitable for dynamic positioning systems. It has a housing with an IP66 class of protection, and can work at temperature down to 52°C. It has an extensive field tests in rough weather in the North Atlantic.