Detection
of water and gas leaks
MAPPING
OF AQUEDUCTS’ NETWORK AND LOCATION OF LEAKS ______
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MAPPING OF UNDERGROUND METALLIC UTILITIES (PIPES AND CABLES) |
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LOCATION OF SPILLS OF LIQUIDS, STEAM AND GAS FROM BURIED PIPES AND DUCTS |
The location of spills of fluids under pressure (more than 1 bar) from pipes and ducts is carried out from the surface and is based on the analyses of the noise and vibrations that the spill determines.
The analyse of the spectral components and intensity of the noise-vibrations permits to identify the spill with a precision higher than 95% and a total positioning error of about 1 meter. The investigations are normally carried out during night time to minimize the effects determined by the normal use of the water.The first step of the investigation is based on the general control of a line by putting two magnetic sensors in contact with the pipe. The sensors record the data and by radio telemetry send the data to the main unit that analyses the noise in the pipe and process the data giving a first positioning of possible spills.
The presence of the spills is then controlled by an operator using a Precision Locator operating from the surface. The spills are then mapped or indicated on the asphalt.
EUREKOS has a commercial agreement with T.A.E., the major Italian producer of these equipments, for commercialization and for the training of personnel and the organisation of services.
Data acquisition
Detection
of water and gas leaks
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