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
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
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
Badger Meter was recently bestowed the 2020 Dealer Design Award, sponsored by The Air Conditioning Heating & Refrigeration News for excellence in product design. In the category of testing and monitoring products, its Dynasonics TFX-5000 ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter earned the gold prize. The Dealer Design Awards honor products aimed at contractors with features that … Continued
FlowCom and FlowConnect. These two McCrometer products sound similar yet irrigators seeking a propeller meter register solution should take the time to figure out how they differ and which is best. Agriculture mainstays such as a pump control system or a center pivot may already be implemented when integrating a new flow meter into existing … Continued
The Cricket Odor Detection Kit is a solution for measuring episodes of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in the ppb range (Parts Per Billion) in real-time using ultra-low power. It uses wireless technology to communicate with a secure monitoring network available through the web. Hydrogen sulfide is a gas that is flammable, colorless, and has a smell … Continued
In domestic water operations, permanent and accurate flow meters play a crucial role, but getting the right converter to collect and distribute the subsequent information is essential to maximizing their value. Advanced converters, which boast enhanced accuracy and repeatability, remain vital operations manager toolbox components for successful day-to-day management. Those who lack the most current … Continued
Cobb County Marietta Water Authority (CCMWA) is home to a main loop, transporting water around its jurisdiction with a large diameter transmission pipe. The loop extends more than seventy miles and is comprised of ductile and PCCP pipe with diameters as big as 54 inches. Due to the considerable lengths of the line, the installation … Continued
Nicor recently announced its new Modular Meter Box, a below the ground enclosure that’s also been tested to support an ANSI Tier 15 load rating of more than 22,000 pounds. The inventive design of the Modular Meter Box offers cost-savings advantages for stocking, freight and room in installer trucks. It takes up less space and … Continued
Automated metering infrastructure (AMI) technologies are effective solutions providing enhanced visibility and exceptional system control to water utilities. Meters are connected to a central software center, allowing the AMI system to provide two-way communication and offer hands-on access to data in real-time. As a result, a water utility team, equipped with this knowledge, can detect … Continued
