Process Plus

Real time data at your fingertips

The Intellisonde provides long term live monitoring of water quality in one lightweight, easy to install unit. By utilising the latest third party communication technologies, remote data retrieval of up to 12 parameters can be transmitted to anywhere in the world in real time.

The benefits

• A proactive approach to water quality management
• Ability to monitor real time data for actual impending water quality problems at a local level
• Ability to appraise and minimize risk of contamination posed by bursts or repairs
• Integration with operational network modeling for control and risk assessment
• Cost effective implementation of distribution operation and maintenance strategies
• Robust data provision with no waste stream

Low cost installation

Within just ten minutes, the Intellisonde can be installed into a distribution system, including calibration and testing. It can also be removed within five minutes if the extension piece remains in the valve.

The probe can fit into large pressurized pipes via a 3cm or 5cm valve as well as pipes only 5cm in diameter for street level monitoring. The threaded extension and shaft adapter is located in the valve and securely tightened. The adjustable collar allows the sonde to be set up to a pre-determined depth, ensuring the sensor head sits in the middle of the flow. The depth can be adjusted whilst the valve is opened. An additional feature is incorporated via a chain to provide pressure safety back-up.

Low cost of ownership

Power is provided via battery pack or a 9-24Vd.c. power supply. Due to advanced low power consumption technology the Intellisonde is able to run on the recommended battery supply for up to six months, providing a low cost of ownership. The probe is easily calibrated on site, has a total weight or 3.5kg and an overall length of 600mm.

Sensor performance – the next generation

Using patented technology, the chlorine, mono-chloramine and dissolved oxygen sensors are made using a novel solid state technology for long life and accuracy. The sensors are membrane free and insensitive to flow and pressure. They have a fast response time, typically <20 seconds, 95% of step change.