Remote Water Management
Providing water utility services has historically been time- and labor-intensive, with meter readers documenting water usage by address. Remote water management eliminates the need for field visits to turn water on or off, reducing resource demands and enhancing employee safety, especially in the face of post-pandemic workforce challenges. Technology offered by the Aquana line of remote water shut-off valves streamlines solutions, replacing outdated operational tactics and optimizing efficiency.
Simplify Control & Improve Safety with a Modest Investment
Many utilities have yet to take advantage of new technology applications based on the mistaken perception that implementing remote water shut-off is too costly. One point that many utilities overlook is that not all service connection sites share an equal portion of the ROI to incorporate remote shut off valves. By targeting repeat offenders for non-payment, utilities can see a return on investment in as little as six months with just 10% of service connections adding remote shut-off valves. Investing in cloud-based management software and easy-to-maintain valves like AquaFlex™ or AquaFlow™ can increase operational efficiency and employee safety while working towards a solid ROI.
Join the Low-Risk Pilot Program Today
Geospace offers qualified utilities access to an Aquana pilot program. Through this unique trial program, a utility works with their preferred integration partner to install smart water valves at frequently engaged service connection locations. The pilot program uses the same cloud-based software and hardware as a full-scale deployment but is aimed at helping utility operations teams build a business case for funding a deployment across a large portion of the service connections. Geospace’s research has shown that applying smart water remote shutoff valves to approximately 10% of service connections, especially those of repeat non-payers, yields a return on investment within the first year.