In water management, accuracy is not just a goal; it is the foundation upon which efficiency and sustainability are built. As we move further into the digital transformation era, the ability to collect and analyse precise data from various points across water networks is revolutionising how we manage #water. At the heart of this transformation is PipeFusion, an innovative data solution developed by InfoTiles, designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of water and wastewater infrastructure management.
Why does accurate data matter?
Water networks are complex, comprising miles of pipelines, pumps, valves, and various components that ensure the delivery of clean water and the effective treatment of wastewater. Managing such networks requires not only a deep understanding of its components but also real-time insights into its operational state.
Traditionally, manual data collection and outdated network monitoring methods lead to inefficiencies, such as undetected leaks, suboptimal water pressure, and reactive rather than proactive maintenance. These inefficiencies not only drive up operational costs but also pose significant risks to water quality and supply reliability.
This is where accurate, real-time data becomes crucial. By harnessing the power of digital tools and advanced analytics, utilities obtain a comprehensive view of their water networks, enabling them to optimise operations, reduce losses, and improve service delivery.
What is PipeFusion?
PipeFusion connects, corrects, and validates water network data with over 99% accuracy in minutes, regardless of the data set or network device. Water professionals are enhancing infrastructure maintenance and operations PipeFusion's reliable data foundation.
Here’s how PipeFusion is leading the way in water management, start with simple steps:
1. Universal data importer:
Easily import your network data using common formats such as CSV, Shapefile and GeoJSON. Database exports are also accepted, and our team provides hands-on support to ensure successful setup and maintenance of the data pipeline.
2. Identify and correct errors:
Water data errors often hide in plain sight. PipeFusion swiftly detects and fixes data issues such as near misses, missing connections & elevation data, or incorrect flow directions. This step is crucial for ensuring data accuracy and reliability.
3. Verify and update data:
With PipeFusion's best-in-class data, water managers can swiftly verify logical zones — such as district metered areas (DMAs), pump regions, overflow areas, and pressure zones—aligning results with existing network knowledge. Once corrected, this data can be pushed back to the source, fixing faults at their origin.
4. Deploy and monitor your network:
Once data is accurate, you can take advantage of fresh insights and utilise advanced analytics that would otherwise be unreliable with faulty data. PipeFusion also enables ongoing monitoring to prevent new errors from creeping in as you update your network.
The impact of data accuracy on hydraulic models (and more)
Hydraulic models are essential tools for simulating and analysing water distribution and wastewater network. However, the accuracy of these models is only as good as the data fed into them. Poor-quality data can lead to inaccurate simulations, which, in turn, can result in inefficient operations, costly errors, and even failures in the network.
With accurate data provided by PipeFusion, hydraulic models become more reliable, enabling better predictions and network performance. This, in turn, allows for optimised operations, reduced waste, enhanced maintenance efficiency, and ensured reliability of water service delivery.
The road ahead
As water demand continues to rise, PipeFusion offers a practical, reliable solution that helps utilities improve their operations, reduce waste, and ensure consistent, high-quality water services to communities.
PipeFusion isn’t just a tool; it’s part of a broader movement towards smarter, more sustainable water management.