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• Achieving Level Pressure At Challenging Points In Distribution Systems

  When drinking water leaves a treatment plant through giant pipes, with the help of huge pumps, the pressure can exceed 200 psi. The high pressure is a necessity because water must travel a long distance in some cases. Water towers scattered throughout the distribution system aid in the process so it can reach all utility customers. The problem is that not all distribution points in a water system are created equal.

• Temperature Monitoring Provides Additional Checks On Microbiological Conditions

  Effective control of the microbiological environment in water distribution systems is one of the biggest keys to providing a healthy product. When it comes to processes for achieving this, the U.S. can some take lessons from Europe, where utilities are more likely to monitor temperature. Advanced flow metering technology that incorporates temperature monitoring provides a significant tool for utilities without the need for additional instruments.

• Using Advanced Tools To Stem The Lost Revenue Tide

  From the largest metropolitan utilities to the smallest water systems, leaks are a problem everywhere. Because it’s difficult to raise consumer prices to offset the losses, non-revenue water has a direct impact on the bottom line of municipal water systems. However, utility managers now have an opportunity to reverse the problem with advanced flow meter technology that combines multiple measurements.

• The Financial Upside Of Electronic Meters

  Mechanical flow meters have a proven track record. However, there’s a downside. Electronic meters — which are gaining wider acceptance — are less prone to damage, require little to no maintenance, and can be comparably priced or even less expensive when operating costs are taken into account.

• KROHNE Adds New Courses To KROHNE Academy Online eLearning Training Platform

  KROHNE, Inc. announces the addition of new courses to KROHNE Academy online, including courses on Entrained Gas Management, Ultrasonic Flowmeters, and Basic Principle Gases.

• KROHNE Announces OPTISONIC 7300 Ultrasonic Biogas Flowmeter

  KROHNE, Inc. now offers the OPTISONIC 7300 Biogas ultrasonic flowmeter, which has been specially designed to measure dry and wet biogas with variable composition.

• Precision Agriculture Requires Precision Measurement

  Devices ensure precision fertilizer application while reducing air and water quality issues.

• Virtual Reference Technology Saves Costs And Simplifies Flow Meter Installation At Desalination Plants

  As fresh water supplies dwindle, whether due to drought, contamination, or overuse, desalination becomes more attractive. Desalination plants must ensure proper flow measurement to monitor the resource — so proper installation and operation of these meters is extremely important.

• New Ultrasonic Flow Meters Improve Biogas Measurements

  As interest in biogas grows, more attention is being paid to measuring biogas flow, which has long been a problem area in process measuring technology.

• KROHNE Offers Surface Passivation In Variable Area Flowmeters

  KROHNE, Inc. now offers the option of surface passivation for trace-level analysis for its DK 32, DK 34, and DK 37 variable area flow meters. Passivation is an optional surface treatment for all wetted parts that helps to eliminate surface adsorption of chemically active compounds in the analyzer feed.

• A Smart Meter For An Industry In Flux

  Like most digital technology, the move from traditional to smart water meters seems like an inevitable step in the march towards progress. However, due to cost and regulatory concerns, many utilities have yet to make the transition.

• KROHNE Introduces OPTISONIC 8300 Ultrasonic Flowmeter For Superheated Steam

  KROHNE, Inc. introduces the OPTISONIC 8300 ultrasonic flowmeter for superheated steam, which delivers 1% measuring accuracy, high repeatability and a large dynamic measuring range with maintenance-free operation.