Today we’re traveling to Australia, where the government is aiming to tackle its distribution pipe leaks, a country-wide goal that is intended to not only boost water conservation but also save one of the world’s most important natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef. For those unaware, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef … Continued
It’s trade show season and we’re already preparing to make another appearance after a successful showing at a recent show in Daytona Beach. This time around we’ll be heading to Jekyll Island in Georgia to attend this year’s Georgia Rural Water Association (GRWA) Spring Conference kicking off on May 15th through the 17th. GRWA is … Continued
Itron is once again in the news for spearheading new initiatives aimed at improving metering technology. This time around, it is joining forces with volt/VAR optimization vendor Utilidata to create an app for use with Itron’s powerful OpenWay Riva IoT (Internet of Things) solution. While most people immediately associate the word “app” with that of … Continued
When accuracy is absolutely essential, the Hach FLO-TOTE® 3 AV Sensor is recognized for its exceptionally high level. In fact, it’s undergone extensive independent flow laboratory testing to ensure accuracy remains top notch even if the site or flow conditions prove challenging. Along with the power of a Hach flow logger, the fusion of the … Continued
Ensuring reliable flow data is being received is absolutely imperative, yet it continues to be a challenge when it comes to wastewater flow. With Hach Data Delivery Services (DDS), you can begin to implement a proven flow monitoring service that takes care of the legwork for you while ensuring accurate results. The equipment, support, and … Continued
Technicians and engineers have a multitude of responsibilities. One of the most important in getting the job done is knowing the meters being worked with allow for versatility, and that’s one of the areas where McCrometer’s Smart Output mag meters shine. These meters are so versatile, they are compatible with Itron as well as systems … Continued
Did you know that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a detailed report back in 2014 discussing InfoSense’s Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool (SL-RAT) tool? If you’re still manually checking your pipes for blockages, the report is a highly informative report discussing how collection systems operators can utilize the power and efficiency of acoustic … Continued
Earlier this month, Cleaner Magazine published an article discussing “The Best Money-Makers of 2017” which takes a look at the best tools contractors have relied upon to help their companies maintain profitability. Cleaner is a professional community dedicated to all things that deal with pipe, from inspection and leak detection to cleaning, rehabilitation, and more. … Continued
A recent article published in the January 2018 issue of Municipal Sewer & Water Magazine discusses a problem the Uxbridge Department of Public Works Wastewater Division in Massachusetts was facing back in 2015. Serving a population of more than 10,000 people, the town has well over 35 miles of wastewater collection systems plus an accompanying … Continued
The Water Specialties Propeller Meters are manufactured utilizing the highest quality materials and meticulous techniques to deliver the utmost accuracy. An example of these meters is the MLI1 Meter Head which delivers 150 psi pressure in a sealed meter mechanism. The meter features a magnetic drive indicator plus a totalizer to accommodate sizes as small … Continued
When a leak occurs, a Utility knows that time is absolutely of the essence. Considering Utilities are responsible for managing and monitoring a massively complex network of pipes, having the right tools to address a situation in as little time as possible is critical. The WaterPoint Network (WPN) by 64seconds addresses this and much more … Continued
For use with McCrometer or Water Specialties propeller flowmeters, the FlowCom Register is a robust tool providing flow rate and volumetric totalized flow data. It is designed for use in a broad range of water monitoring applications and uses an advanced low power microprocessor design intended to replace outdated electromechanical counter technology. The FlowCom Register … Continued
