Source: ABB
The AquaMaster4 electromagnetic flowmeter is equipped with Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) technology to support conservation efforts across the water industry. The solution will minimize pipeline water leaks, reduce energy use and support broader sustainability goals in the water industry. MQTT is a lightweight, open-standard messaging protocol designed specifically for efficient, real-time communication in Internet of Things (IoT) applications. MQTT requires minimal network bandwidth and device resources. AquaMaster4 MQTT will benefit utility companies looking to transition from legacy to real-time, intelligent water system operations through the deployment of smart flowmeters in District Metered Areas. It can instantly report flow anomalies – for example a sudden increase in flow when consumption is low – allowing engineers to pinpoint a potential leak or burst within minutes. This significantly reduces water loss and repair costs compared to older methods that might detect a leak hours or days later. Through streaming real-time pressure data from various points in the network, operators can dynamically adjust pressure settings. For example, they can lower pressure during off-peak hours to reduce strain on pipes and prevent bursts, then increase it for a morning demand spike. This is significantly more efficient than static pressure schedules and extends the lifespan of infrastructure. Pumps, valves, and reservoir operators can also leverage the solution to report on status and energy consumption. Increasingly combined with AI-powered analytics, the data can be used to predict equipment failures and automate maintenance schedules. — ABB, Inc., Zurich Switzerland