Utility authorities undergo significant changes and improving
customer services remains a high priority.
STS
works closely with the authorities,
consultant and contractors to provide a comprehensive service
for efficient leak management.
Such areas are:
Collection of
existing utility network distribution maps, including additional
information about armatures, pipeline material, dimensions and
age
Preparation of
digital network maps, including network zoning, armatures- and
network databases as well as workflow diagrams for
leak detection
in the water distribution network
Physical network
leakage analysis with "Water Loss Analysis Vans" and pinpointing
of leaks by "correlation- and sounding methods" and CCTVsurveys
Repeated measurement of
rehabilitated areas to prove the successful of repair
Yearly inspection of
distribution network zones, either using the inspection vans or
through built in "bulk-meters with data-loggers" recording the
water input to network zones
Incorporation of new utility
network distribution extensions to the existing pipeline maps
Implementation of a
GIS
application to use retrieved information
Leaking
pressure pipes are of great concern for the owners as it leads to loss
of valuable resources and environmental damages. Particularly water
supply systems often show severe water losses within primary and
secondary networks. It is therefore vital to investigate on the most
efficient usage of water. Reduction of water losses contributes to the
target of reducing specific operational cost as a higher percentage of
the water produced will reach the consumers and will generate higher
revenues for clients.
Accurately pinpointing leakages is a highly skilled task and requires
experienced and skilled personnel. STS operates several LNC (Leak Noice
Correlation) units with qualified and well trained operators to identify
problem sectors and find leaking pipes. STS provides: