About two decades ago, Little Rock, Arkansas was dealing with a severe overflow issue. Any time it rained, hundreds of overflows were occurring, including lasting for several hours. Today, that number has been reduced dramatically and that is partially due to InfoSense’s Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool (SL-RAT). As part of the initiative, the Little … Continued
The Dynasonics® TFX-5000 Ultrasonic Clamp-On Flow Meter by Badger Meter is an award-winning solution providing accurate flow measurement for a multitude of applications. These ultrasonic meters monitor flow velocity through ultrasound waves and are available in both transit time and Doppler technology choices. Let’s explore a few reasons why these flow meters are worth considering. … Continued
South East Water and Anglian Water are a pair of British water utilities that sought to determine whether water quality could be used as a tool to provide information regarding bursts and leaks. Syrinix addressed this very concern with its PIPEMINDER product. The latest evolution of PIPEMINDER allows it to be connected to water quality … Continued
In parallel with propeller meters, straightening vanes and flow straighteners have become a significant component of flow calculation in the agricultural industry, and with an important purpose. Flow straighteners and vanes, usually mounted close to flow disturbers or in short straight-run applications, minimize swirl and assist propeller meters in achieving a precise flow reading. With … Continued
Previously we talked about the WaterPoint Network (WPN) by 64seconds, a robust utility management system integrating several useful features such as leak detection and easy work order management. Today, we’re focusing on one of the components of WPN, WaterPoint LNC, a leak noise correlator capable of pinpointing pipe leaks designed for use on Apple® iOS … Continued
We conclude our spotlight of the 64seconds WaterPoint tool with a closer look at the WaterPoint PLD. This is a specially designed highly sensitive listening device used in the water delivery system to detect possible leaks. The PLD2 App allows users to record and save an infinite number of recordings and play them back at … Continued
The WaterPoint Network (WPN) system is a complete solution for efficient utility management. It integrates many essential features like leak detection, asset management, and managing orders through the use of an iOS app. For infrastructures such as wastewater, gas distribution, and stormwater, WPN can prove to be an invaluable tool. With WPN asset management features, … Continued
Food processing utilities have stringent cleaning requirements. Personnel requires powerful solutions to thoroughly clean, sanitize, suppress dust, and keep odors under control. Modern plants typically rely on high-pressure cleaning systems that expedite cleaning, allowing them to save money by cutting down their use of water and chemicals. A major poultry processing facility in the Southeastern … Continued
Debris in a pipeline can mean a wide range of organic or inorganic matter – but what really matters is the effect it has on your flow meter and measurement data. So, how does debris affect various flow meters, and what are your best options for various flow applications? Let’s take a look. Agriculture surface … Continued
The Dutch utility Evides provides drinking water for more than two million businesses and households in The Netherlands. The utility contacted Syrinix to inquire whether transient monitoring could prove a viable solution in the location and detection of bursts as well as developing a targeted response to operations. The plan to detect burst events began … Continued
With its exceptional reliability and low costs of installation, the Dynasonics TFX-5000 Ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter has earned significant acclaim and popularity within the water and wastewater industry. Customers that purchase the meter now have the option of ODVA certified EtherNet/IP communication to provide precise flow measurements to different systems. In water and wastewater applications, … Continued
You may have come across the terms “weld overlay” and “cladding” at some point. While they are related to one another, they also have considerable differences. Cladding is the wide term used to layer one substance over another in order to provide a covering or coat. When it comes to flow meters, it is the … Continued
