Water & Wastewater Treatment

6 | MARCH 2020 | WWT | www.wwtonline.co.uk The Talk: opinion SPONSORED BY GARRY TABOR, DIRECTOR, ATI UK The rise of multi- technology collaboration S olving the water industry's challenges through innovation is vital if we are to achieve Ofwat's tough targets during AMP7 and further develop smart water quality. As the emphasis of harnessing better collaboration to enable true innovation increases, water professionals are becoming more motivated to look for intelligent, resilient and effective solutions. Regulation is driving change in water quality and is challenging the industry to continue improving performance, and new technologies have a major role to play. To meet these demanding targets, water companies need to change their behaviours, innovate and collaborate. Technological innovation is crucial for an industry that's network is large in size and scope, spans the length and breadth of the country and is suffering from age degradation. A predictive and proactive understanding of pipeline activity has long been sought out by water utilities and it is essential for operators to have access to reliable and actionable insights that allow them to coordinate an appropriate response. A pioneering project is currently underway, which has seen a major water company initially investing in ATi's surveying 'li€ and shi€' tools, NephNet, ChlorNet and SiteBox. This equipment is deployed in various controlled problem areas, with the data helping to identify problems and pinch-point locations. Following data analytics, the li€ and shi€ equipment can then be moved to the next priority area, while permanent solutions using MetriNet, in partnership with close technology providers, are then installed. The permanently installed MetriNet and collaborative technology solutions then use dedicated apps to pull the data from each area together to deliver real insight and value. Embracing these new technologies and employing them in legacy infrastructures will help water companies extract deeper insights on their pipeline networks and enhance operational efficiencies. Collaborative, intelligent, networked systems will not only help identify issues such as leaks, but will also improve operational tactics, promote conservation and help minimise consumption. Moving forwards, the industry needs networked solutions that allow water suppliers to effectively monitor pipelines in real time. ATi UK has developed and identified how data from smart sensors can give water companies a much- needed boost in their efforts to move towards a truly smart water quality network. The demand for water quality will always have new set benchmarks and it will be interesting to see how the industry responds to the challenges ahead - it is up to us, the manufacturers, to listen, collaborate and continue to develop new and innovative solutions. sales@atiuk.com / +44 (0) 1457 873 318 / atiuk.com ATi UK is a leading provider of engineered, analytical sensor monitoring solutions to the water and gas industry. Solutions for a Smarter Future ATi UK. Providing an intelligent and sustainable 'Source to Tap' network journey. ATi UK's innovative range of smart water quality Network Monitors, our SiteBox bespoke water quality monitoring and control system and the Q Series water quality monitors, provide a complete, engineered solution to the utilities industry. We offer a reagent-free range of water quality solutions, with a no-compromise approach to measurement and the environment. From rivers, water treatment, potable water distribution and waste water treatment, our range of sustainable water quality products will help drive down complaints, improve compliance ratings and reduce TOTEX costs, providing you with cost-effective solutions for a smarter future.

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