If you need a wireless telemetry solution for flow and sensor data, look no further than the FC500 FlowConnect™ system from McCrometer. The FlowConnect system can be installed remotely or directly on the meter, and it can be utilized with either mechanical or digital registers. The system utilizes cellular or satellite radio for communication … Continued
In 2020, the global flow meter market was worth an estimated $7.6 billion. Future projections indicate that the flow meter market is expected to grow by $3.09 billion between 2023 and 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 6.4%. A flow meter is defined as an instrument that can calculate the linear, nonlinear, mass, and … Continued
Water savings can be calculated at several points throughout a building, but only if a precise and reliable flow monitoring instrument is used. Accurate flow data collected at regular intervals can help with decisions about normal operations. Here are the three primary applications of flow measurement data that can help engineers, technicians, and operators … Continued
In the past, installing new meters for non-billing purposes has been an expensive and time-consuming process. There needs to be a hole that can accommodate one or more workers, or in some cases, a crane. Additionally, the system needs to be stopped and flushed. Because of this, many put off replacing or adding meters to … Continued
Itron, Inc. and SmartThings, Inc. are collaborating to deliver a seamless energy experience by integrating Itron’s industrial IoT network solution and SmartThings’ services and solution. The companies intend to combine their industry-leading IoT platforms to enable utilities to unlock the user experience and rapidly increase value for both consumers and utilities through enhanced distributed energy … Continued
The market for electromagnetic flow meters has experienced rapid expansion in recent years, and this pattern is expected to hold in the years to come. This increase is primarily attributable to technological advancements that have increased the accuracy and dependability of electromagnetic flow meters, allowing them to support a wider range of applications. Magnetic … Continued
When measuring the flow of clean water in industrial and municipal applications, a tried-and-true method frequently yields the most precise readings. The Water Specialties propeller meter by McCrometer has earned the trust of many customers thanks to its high quality, long lifespan, and low maintenance needs. The Water Specialties Model ML Flow Meter is … Continued
Due to the fact that agricultural surface water applications divert water from lakes, rivers, or other similar sources, natural vegetation is abundant and frequently flows into the pipeline alongside the water. These surface water bodies may accumulate grass, moss, leaves, and other materials when irrigators pump water out of them. Although these surface water … Continued
Considering the variety of factors that can have a significant negative impact on the measurements made by flow meters, it is crucial that the equipment is installed and configured according to the manufacturer’s recommendations by trained technicians to ensure that the system operates at or above its maximum potential. It’s crucial to keep in … Continued
When it comes to flow meter accuracy, regardless of the type or manufacturer of flow meter used in a system, there are two key aspects of flow meter that must be considered. First, the equipment’s actual stated accuracy range, which will be given as a percentage figure like +/- 0.2%. This would suggest that … Continued
A turbine flow meter is a device for measuring volume. As liquid or gas travels through the turbine housing, it causes the blades to revolve. The velocity of the fluid traveling through the flow meter is directly proportional to the velocity of the turbine rotor. The rotor is connected to a set of … Continued
Identifying lost water begins with selecting a flow measurement method. Depending on the application, a number of flow measurement techniques are available. In closed pipe systems, they can include orifice, mechanical, ultrasonic, and electromagnetic flow meters. Each of these procedures has its own advantages and disadvantages. The second key factor is the measurement … Continued
