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Get acquainted with the Acquarius: The smart tool for inline pipeline inspections - Acquaint
Water and Sewer- Industrial
- Data Sources: PCA combines big data analytics from three key sources:
- History of Pipe Repairs: Information provided by the customer about past pipe repairs.
- Leaks Detected: Aquarius solutions identify leaks in the network.
- Growth Rate: PCA considers the growth rate of these leaks1.
- Purpose:
- By assessing the condition of pipes, PCA assists water utilities in prioritizing pipe renewal efforts.
- It provides valuable insights into which pipes are most critical for replacement, ensuring efficient maintenance and minimizing disruptions.
- Acquarius In-line Inspection Technology:
- Another related technology is the Acquarius, an in-line inspection tool designed for different types of pipes and materials.
- Acquarius features on-board ultrasonic testing (UT) circumferential scanning sensors and an internal mapping unit (IMU).
- It records the condition of miles of force main or water pressure pipelines in a single run, with minimal shutdowns
What does Acquarius measure?
Degradation of healthy wall thickness:
- Corrosion in metals (remaining wall thickness)
- Leaching in AC (remaining structural density)
- H2S deterioration
Condition of joint:
- Angular joint displacement (vertical and horizontal)
- Joint gap width
- And much more