Fluid Conservation Systems Partners With Core & Main To Expand Access To Advanced Leak Detection And Pressure Management Solutions

Fluid Conservation Systems (FCS), a leader in acoustic leak detection and pressure monitoring technologies, is proud to announce a partnership with Core & Main, one of the nation’s largest specialized distributors of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products and related services.

Built on the foundation of more than 100 legacy companies, Core & Main provides the essential products and expertise needed to support the construction, repair, and maintenance of municipal water infrastructure—critical components for population growth, economic development, and long-term sustainability.

This partnership comes at a pivotal moment. Across the United States, water utilities lose an estimated 6.75 billion gallons of treated drinking water every day—the result of aging infrastructure, leaks, meter errors, and unbilled consumption. Known as non-revenue water (NRW), these losses cost utilities approximately $6.4B annually. With over 2.2 million miles of water mains nationwide, nearly 33.3 trillion gallons of water are lost each year, resulting in more than $187B in lost revenue.

Together, FCS and Core & Main will provide utilities with the tools and support needed to combat these challenges using proven, scalable technology.

FCS’s Solutions Include American-Made Technologies That Enable Utilities To Proactively Identify, Locate, And Repair System Leaks:

• PermaNET SU – The three-time Environmental Award-winning, Made in America, acoustic data logger offering 24/7 leak monitoring and real-time alerts.
• Tri-Corr Correlator – A high-precision correlator designed to accurately pinpoint, within 0.1 foot, underground leaks across complex systems.
• S30 Analog Ground Microphone – A high-sensitivity, Made in America, microphone used by utility crews to detect leak noise in the field with greater clarity.

“Both companies are committed to helping municipalities protect their infrastructure and reduce water loss. We look forward to working together to make a measurable impact on non-revenue water levels nationwide,” said Beth Powell, President of Fluid Conservation Systems. “With Core & Main’s national reach and our technology, utilities have a clear path toward smarter, more sustainable water management.”

“At Core & Main, we are dedicated to empowering our customers with the latest advancements in water management,”said John Cataldi, Senior Sales Manager of Smart Utility Solutions for Core & Main. “FCS has been a great addition to our CORE+ portfolio, expanding our suite of smart utility solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

By combining FCS’s innovation with Core & Main’s deep customer relationships and trusted distribution network, this partnership ensures utilities across the country have access to best-in-class solutions for reducing water loss and improving system performance.

About Fluid Conservation Systems (FCS)
Fluid Conservation Systems (FCS) has been a leading provider of leak detection, pressure monitoring, and acoustic data logging solutions for over 40 years. With a proven track record of helping utilities reduce non-revenue water, infiltration and inflow (I&I), and stormwater overflow, FCS delivers innovative, field-proven technologies that protect vital water resources. The company’s comprehensive suite of products helps utilities to monitor, analyze, and manage their water distribution and wastewater systems more effectively and sustainably. For more information, visit fluidconservation.com.

About Core & Main
Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With more than 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. The 5,700 associates at Core & Main are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. For more information, visit coreandmain.com.