Aganova, in partnership with SUEZ, effectively utilized its Nautilus system to examine a century-old cast iron pipeline for Bristol Water in Somerset, located in Southwest England.
This pilot project, conducted over a single day, uncovered three pipeline issues, including a significant leak with a flow rate of 32.59 m³/hour. This initiative represents a significant milestone in Bristol Water’s continuous pursuit of enhanced operational efficiency and sustainability.
Bristol Water caters to approximately 1.2 million residents and oversees a vast, aging infrastructure. To investigate a suspected leak in a challenging rural pipeline, the company opted for the sophisticated in-line detection technology offered by Aganova and implemented by SUEZ.
The inspection was carried out without interrupting the water supply, showcasing the Nautilus system’s capacity for efficient, complex evaluations.
Key Project Information:
– Pipeline Length: 6,695 meters
– Pipeline Diameter: 33 inches & 24 inches
– Water Speed: 1 m/s – 0.4 m/s
– Pressure: 1 – 6 bar
– Material: Cast Iron
– Inspection Duration: 2 hours
– Leak Detected: 32.59 m³/hour
During the assessment, eight synchronizers were placed along the 7 km pipeline to guarantee precise leak detection. The Nautilus system detected three incidents, including the critical leak, with data analyzed by Aganova’s team based in Málaga, Spain.
The exact coordinates of the leak were shared with Bristol Water via the Nemo digital platform, facilitating accurate repair planning.
The success of this endeavor underscores the effective collaboration among Aganova, SUEZ, and Bristol Water, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to promote water conservation and enhance infrastructure management.
Bristol Water remains committed to investing in innovative solutions like Nautilus to bolster the sustainability and reliability of its services, regulated by Ofwat, the water services authority in England and Wales.
Source :SUEZ
