City of Fountain Valley Selects Echologics for Pipe Condition Assessment
October 03 2016 - 5:29PM
The City of Fountain Valley, California has selected Echologics to
assess the condition of its water distribution mains to help
maintain its water infrastructure, prioritize pipe replacement and
reduce the amount of treated water lost to leaks.
Echologics will assess the condition of up to 75 miles of pipe
over a 5-year period using its condition assessment
technology. The mains that will be inspected will be of
various diameters and materials, including asbestos cement and
mortar-lined pipes.
The majority of Fountain Valley distribution mains were
installed in the 1960s and 1970s, and the condition assessment
program will be used to develop a pipe replacement program.
“We want to have a plan in place before any issues arise that
could disrupt service,” said Mark Sprague, Field Services Manager
with the City of Fountain Valley. Sprague added that the
non-invasive aspect of the technology was a key factor in deciding
to partner with Echologics.
“By not having to introduce anything into the distribution
system, we reduce the risk of losing treated water during the
assessment process, which is especially beneficial when we are
experiencing a drought,” he said.
Echologics’ condition assessment solution is the industry’s
first approach that can identify the condition of both distribution
and transmission mains, while simultaneously searching for leaks,
all without the need for large excavations or service
disruptions. This ability enables utilities to address issues
or have plans in place before leaks disrupt service.
Acoustic sensors are attached to existing contact points, such
as fire hydrants, valves or directly in contact with a pipe. A
sound wave is induced in the pipeline and travels along the pipe.
The acoustic sensors capture the time it takes the sound wave to
travel between two sensor stations and computer algorithms
determine a condition grade of good, moderate or poor for the
inspected section.
“Fountain Valley is proactively managing its water
infrastructure to ensure that its residents continue to have access
to safe, clean drinking water,” said Marc Bracken, vice president
and general manager of Echologics. “Our condition assessment
technology will help them make informed, data-driven decisions
about how to prioritize capital spending and improve customer
service.”
Echologics is a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products, Inc.
(NYSE:MWA).
About Echologics
Echologics, a Mueller Technologies company, is a developer of
water infrastructure diagnostic technologies for water loss
management, leak detection and pipe condition assessment.
Echologics is dedicated to helping water utilities reduce water
loss with subsequent benefits in monetary, environmental and health
costs to their communities. For more information, visit
www.echologics.com.
About Mueller Water Products
Mueller Water Products, Inc. (NYSE:MWA) is a leading
manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the
transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North
America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes
engineered valves, fire hydrants, metering products and systems,
leak detection and pipe condition assessment. We help
municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer
service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller
Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure®. The
piping component systems produced by Anvil help build connections
that last in commercial, industrial, mechanical, fire protection
and oil & gas applications. Visit us at
www.muellerwaterproducts.com.
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