Überwachung von Fernversorgungnetzen auf Leckagen

For the most critical water supply networks, a higher density of information about the leak status is often preferable to periodic "snapshots" - especially since leaks can occur at any time between inspections. In contrast to a periodic leak monitoring approach, permanent monitoring offers the unique advantage of detecting a leak at an early stage and continuously monitoring its progress in order to determine the urgency of the repair. The ability to repeatedly identify and track the progress of the leak also reduces the "false-positive" leak signals that can occur during random sample inspections.

The EchoShore®-TX platform can actively monitor pipelines over short or long distances , is compatible with any pipe material and can be used without affecting water operations. The core technology consists of "cone points" with a proprietary, highly sensitive hydrophone, a microprocessor-controlled data processor for collecting and analyzing information, a battery power supply as well as a wireless radio transceiver and an antenna unit. The self-contained nodes are attached to the chamber wall and the hydrophone is connected to a new or existing access port, such as a vent valve.

A permanent leak detection platform allows operators to identify leaks almost immediately as they occur and monitor the progressive severity of those leaks so they can appropriately plan, budget and plan for pipe maintenance rather than being forced to act immediately to deal with a potential catastrophic event To avoid failure.

This approach is a good example of how secured cellular networks combined with acoustic node technology can reduce the cost of installing and monitoring a utility company. Echologics pioneered correlation technology for large diameter water pipes , and our new monitoring platform is based on the same technology that achieved a very high rate of success after correlating hundreds of leaks on pipes up to 108 inches in diameter - giant pipes.

Written by: Mike Stadnyckyj