DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION
More than 45% of installed water meters in North America are equipped with automated meter reading technology, according to a recent IHS Technology 2014 report (“Water Meters Report – 2014”).
DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION WHITE PAPERS AND CASE STUDIES
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Identifying And Estimating The Value Of SCADA And Smart Metering Systems In Water Distribution NetworksConsidering the invaluable service provided to the society by the water companies, it is imperative to ensure their sustainability. To achieve this objective, these organizations must be allowed to fulfill their mission with effectiveness and efficiency. Information and communication technologies are especially important tools in this pursuit of enhanced performance.
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Two-Way Fixed Network Helps Texas Community Become ‘City Of The Future’In January 2014, the city of Meadows Place, Texas, became the first city in Fort Bend County to fully convert to an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) fixed-network system. At the same time, the city also implemented a complete meter change-out for its 1,600 customers. Both projects represent large initiatives for the self-proclaimed “little city” with a population of 4,600 citizens.
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AMERICAN Valve And Pipe Groups Join Forces To Serve The Citizens Of Eastern PennsylvaniaTogether, AMERICAN Flow Control and AMERICAN Ductile Iron Pipe are providing a complete package of valves, hydrants and pipe for a new waterline to serve the eastern Pennsylvania communities of North Wales and Chalfont Borough.
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7 Things To Consider Before A Smart Meter RolloutMore than 45% of installed water meters in North America are equipped with automated meter reading technology, according to a recent IHS Technology 2014 report (“Water Meters Report – 2014”).
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The Village Of Frankfort Awarded For Operational Efficiencies Achieved Through The Mi.Net™ System And Meter Replacement
Most recently, Frankfort Village officials decided to replace its water and electric meters and implement an advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) network to increase the operational efficiencies of its water and electric infrastructure in ways that would help improve employee safety, water and energy conservation and customer service while also reducing operational costs.
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New Meters And AMR System Deliver Outstanding Revenue Savings And Improved Efficiencies In Ozark Mountain RegionTri County Regional Water upgrades to Badger Meter E-Series® Ultrasonic meters and ORION® Classic (CE) automatic meter reading (AMR) solution.
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Beating Your Water Bill: How Fast, Accurate Water Usage Data Improves Customer RelationsMunicipality arrives before the water bill to alert customers of unusual spikes in usage.
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The Benefits Of A Venturi MeterWith the introduction of new measurement technologies and the myriad of performance claims from sale literature, it’s easy to lose sight of the important elements that an effective flow meter offers no matter what technology is used. Long known for their longevity, reliability, and long term performance, Venturi meters provide the widest variety of measurement options in piped systems for liquids, gas, steam, and mixed media of any metering technology – all while offering the highest degree of traceable accuracy. By Primary Flow Signal, Inc.
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Combining The Right Metering Technology With The Right Software Drives Accurate DataThe City of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, had been using a drive-by Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) system to read all of its meters since 2010, but it wasn’t realizing the full benefits with its existing system. A Badger Meter AMR solution was chosen based on its strong track record for increased savings, more accurate measurement, and customer service improvements, supported by sophisticated data analysis and leak detection features. With the new system, the city now sees greater revenue, reduced water loss, and improved efficiency.
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Utility Improves Data Accuracy, Customer Service With Advanced Metering AnalyticsBethpage Water District’s (New York) outdated water metering system led to customer service concerns, such as a slow response time for detecting leaks and insufficient data for billing inquiries. By installing new meters and advanced metering analytics software, the district increased visibility into its operations, resulting in greater revenue and improved customer service.
DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION APPLICATION NOTES
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How To Read An EncoderThe HR-E LCD encoder has a 9-digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) to show consumption, flow and alarm information. The display automatically toggles between 9-digit and 6-digit consumption, rate of flow and meter model.
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Wireless PRV Monitoring Application NotePressure reducing valves (PRVs) are used throughout water distribution systems to reduce pipeline pressure to a predetermined set point. This decreases water loss and prevents pipe breaks.
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Pipe Repair On A BudgetA new pipe-repair solution promises to save time and money, while also being sustainable, long-lasting, fully scalable, and safe for workers.
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Leak Detection Using ConductivityVirtually all industries from food and beverage to chemical processing use heat exchangers, condensers,or jacketed vessels. Leakage of the process into the cooling water represents a loss of product and can be a source of fouling or corrosion in the cooling water system.
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Hydrant Pressure Monitoring Application NoteOne of the most popular uses for the Telog Hydrant Pressure Recorders (HPRs) is to monitor and analyze customer pressure complaints. The HPR is ideally suited for this application because it is rugged, highly portable, and can give a complete, time stamped picture of the pressure differential between the customer’s water pressure and the water pressure being delivered by the utility.
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Water Distribution System Wireless Monitoring Application NoteProviding water distribution monitoring solutions since 1987, Telog continues to offer the industry’s leading remote data acquisition system including the most comprehensive family of battery powered, environmentally rugged wireless monitors available from any single supplier.
DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION PRODUCTS
MasterLinx Vehicle Reading System Software
The MasterLinx Vehicle Reading System is a portable AMR system that's self contained in a small lightweight portable case and is used to capture meter RF transmissions for reporting and input into a billing system.
Hydro-Guard® HG-6
The Hydro-Guard® HG-6 Hydrant Automatic Flushing System takes automatic and programmable flushing capabilities anywhere in the water distribution system where a fire hydrant is available.
Sensus accuSTREAM Residential Water Meter
accuSTREAM® magnetic drive positive displacement meters use an oscillating piston to provide superior sensitivity in measuring a wide range of flows for a variety of residential applications or similar service needs.
Two-Way Communication MTU: Aclara STAR® Network AMI Solution
The Aclara STAR® Network 3300 water MTU delivers two-way communication and a time-synchronized network to provide a utility with a snapshot of system water consumption at a single point in time.
Recordall® Disc Series Meters
Recordall Disc Series Meters from Badger Meter are an accurate, cost-effective solution for your residential metering needs. Combining the accuracy of positive displacement meters with the reliability and economy of nutating disc technology, the simple but efficient design of this meter makes it an ideal solution for measuring flow.
Recordall® Turbo Series Meters
Recordall Turbo Series Meters from Badger Meter are the smart choice for larger facilities, including hotels, apartment buildings, commercial and industrial buildings, manufacturing and processing plants, irrigation centers, and refining operations.
LATEST INSIGHTS ON DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION
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Climbing Higher For A Better View: Keys To Successful Water ManagementMany utilities are moving to a traditional business mindset rather than continuing as largely compliance-driven entities. This is challenging leaders to apply asset management and smart infrastructure strategies, to become more programmatic in managing water, and to consider the big picture in addressing public needs.
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Asbestos Pipe Safety Awareness And ComplianceThe distribution system for water treatment has several hazards especially asbestos cement piping.
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WWEMA Window: 'Buy American' March To The SeaMany of you may have grown up in the decades where your perfectly reasonable teenage parental “ask” was met with the story of lemmings blindly following their leader over the cliff to their death at sea.
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Busted Pipes: D.C. Demonstrates The Rule, Not The ExceptionCommuters in Washington D.C. woke up recently to an abundance of water. While this hardly seems problematic to those in parts of the world that grapple with drought, contamination, and other water safety issues, water is only beneficial when it arrives to the right place, at the right time, and safe for consumption.
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Smart Metering Not An All Or Nothing PropositionWater utilities of all sizes face daunting challenges. Small utilities face the same challenges as large utilities, but have to do more with less.
DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION NEWS
- How To Market Costly Water Meter Projects To Locals
- Prepaid Water Meters: Unfair To Customers?
- Grundfos Highlights Efficient, Intelligent Pumping Systems At 2015 AHR Expo
- United Water Selects Sensus Technology For Services-Based Smart Water Network Solution
- Robot May Help City Reduce Water Loss
- Water Pipes Would Get Fixed With $1 Trillion Infrastructure Bill
- Anglian Water Targets Leakage Reduction And Service Improvements With i2o Water Technology
- NACE International Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Certification
- How To Get Rid Of Smelly Water
- Innovyze Releases InfoNet Generation V15.5, Offering Comprehensive Asset Management For Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection And Stormwater Networks
- Aclara Unveils Metrum LTE Cellular Technology Network For Utility Device Connectivity At DistribuTECH 2015
- Sensus Showcases Technology Through Demo Lab In North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park
- Philadelphia Struggles With Water Main Breaks
- Small City Spends $18 Million On AMI System. Did It Pay Off?
DRINKING WATER DISTRIBUTION VIDEOS
Mueller Systems 420 Remote Connect/Disconnect Meter (RDM) Video
See how 420 Remote Connect/Disconnect Meter (RDM) from Mueller Systems can optimize AMI and AMR systems to help utilities improve the operational efficiency of their water systems.
