Badger Meter continues to invest in its industry-leading smart water offerings. Over the past two years, ATi and s::can GmbH have joined the Badger Meter family through acquisition. Now, Badger Meter is pleased to announce it has acquired Syrinix, Ltd, a privately held provider of intelligent water monitoring solutions.
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Maintaining a small amount of residual sulfite to control the removal of chlorine before discharge to the environment from clean water and also waste water effluent is common practice in many facilities.
Strongly reducing sulfur compounds such as SO2 gas, sodium sulfite or sodium bisulfite solutions are used to eliminate chlorine residuals that might prove toxic to fish and other wildlife in the receiving streams or rivers.
However, because residual chlorine discharge limits are often very close to zero, water quality monitoring residual values to comply with regulations has become very difficult and controlling residuals at values between zero and 10 or 20 parts-per-billion is often not achievable.
To meet stringent discharge limits, the sulfite or bisulfite used for de-chlorination is added in slight excess, providing a small sulfite residual to ensure complete de-chlorination.
This excess must be carefully controlled and monitored and ATi’s Q46S/66 provides operators with a reliable tool for maintaining a small sulfite residual while reducing excess chemical consumption due to overfeed.
Theory of operation
Because measuring the SO3= ion in solution is relatively difficult, the Q46S/66 Residual Sulfite monitor takes a different approach to the measurement, employing a unique gas-phase method to continuously monitor sulfite without contact between the sensor and the water sample, eliminating the potential for sensor fouling, plus the risk of formation of H2S on the GAC filters is reduced.
In operation, a small amount of sample is pumped into the system and mixed with acid. In acidic solution, the sulfite ion is converted to sulfur dioxide gas as follows:
SO3= + 2H+ → SO2 + H2O
The mixed sample flows into a special chamber where the sulfur dioxide is stripped from the sample. A gas conditioning module prepares the gas sample for measurement prior to contact with a special SO2 gas sensor designed for the system. Sensor signals are amplified and displayed on a large-format, backlit LCD display in the Q46S Residual Sulfite monitor electronics unit.
Maintenance
Sulfite monitoring systems are extremely easy to operate and maintain, with acid usage of one gallon/4.5 litres every 25 days at standard flow rates. Sample and acid are pumped using long life peristaltic pump tubing that requires replacement approximately every 6 months.
Pump heads are designed for easy tube changes, requiring about 10 minutes to replace both pump tubes. The sulfite sensor requires no maintenance other than an occasional visual inspection to ensure that no deposits have collected due to airborne particulates.
The gas stripping technique for monitoring sulfite in solution provides an extremely sensitive on-line monitor. Measurements down to low parts-per-billion can be done easily, and zero and span stability inherent in the sensor allow for monthly calibration cycles.
Chemical savings
Maintaining a small sulfite residual in dechlorinated water has the benefit of insuring complete de-chlorination. Monitoring the concentration of this residual allows chemical feed control that can result in significant chemical cost savings. The best way to look at potential chemical savings is to calculate the cost of each PPM of residual sulfite in a specific volume of de-chlorinated water.
Features
Sulfite Measurement
Sulfite ion is measured selectively by conversion to sulfur dioxide.
Gas Phase Sensing
Measurement is made without contact between sample and sensor, eliminating the potential for sensor fouling.
Chemistry Module Power Options
Power options include 115 or 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Three Control Relays
Relays are programmable for setpoint, deadband, and time delay.
Sample Line Cleaning
Internal sequencing and relay system for automated sample line cleaning.
Digital Communication
Communication options for Profibus-DP, Modbus-RTU, or Ethernet-IP.
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Water quality monitoring has just got even smarter with ATi’s latest innovation, the exclusive smart multi-parameter, street-level telemetry bollard.
The tried and trusted MetriNet technology has been re- developed into a new street-level smart water quality monitoring solution, offering a new way of delivering ultra-low powered, multi-parameter, real-time monitoring for the creation of intelligent, optimised, smarter networks.
Installed at pre-existing hydrants or measuring points, this innovative approach to smart sensor technology features the class-leading M-Node digital water quality sensors and Q52 controller, housed inside a secure, serviceable, flame retardant and vandal resistant telemetry bollard, enabling distributed water quality monitoring without the concerns associated with below ground-level installations.
This unique system allows water utilities to deliver smart, water quality monitoring of distribution networks the easy way:
- Less hostile environmental conditions, meaning no water ingress, prolonging the life of the monitoring asset
- Powered by a 12VDC battery or mains
- Better communication and connectivity to chosen platform, due to street-level application
- Increased reliability for data communications and availability to support operational decisions
- Easy and secure access for sensor maintenance
- User-friendly Q52 MetriNet interface for simple sensor validation
- Minimizes water usage with optional solenoid valve
Analysing water quality data from ATi’s range of 16 smart M-Node sensors enables networks to be managed efficiently and resiliently, proactively safeguarding water quality. The bespoke, KIWA UK Regulation 4 approved system utilises all the experience and expertise that ATi has earned over three decades of working closely with water utilities around the world. Analysing water quality data from the range of MetriNet smart M-Node sensors enables water utilities to extract deeper, real-time insights to enhance operational efficiencies.
The digital M-Node sensors within the communications bollard have the same accuracy and reproducibility as ATi’s trusted and proven Q-Series sensors and are complete water quality monitors equivalent to traditional online instruments. Connected to the water supply using a purpose designed ‘click-connect’ flow cell arrangement, they are connected in series to minimise water usage, running at pressures up to 6 bar. Their ultra low powered nature means they have the ability to run autonomously for up to two years on small batteries, or they can be powered from a local plc or telemetry system.
ATi’s innovative MetriNet smart sensor technology solutions offer a range of bespoke, end-to-end approaches to managing distributed water assets, creating resilient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly water networks, helping to prolong the life of assets and safeguard water for a better, smarter world.
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ATi is delighted to announce the award of a new United Utilities framework contract for single-source Chlorine, Turbidity, Suspended Solids, Dissolved Oxygen, Sludge Blanket, UV254 and Multi-parameter Network Quality for AMP 7.
Delivering across both clean and wastewater applications, our flexible range of industry-leading products and solutions will help our forward-thinking, proactive client deliver real-time, continuous monitoring to ensure optimal control, enhanced operational efficiencies and improved compliance to safeguard water quality.
Utilising ATi’s water quality instrumentation, United Utilities can leverage our highly reliable, infrastructure-free cellular network offerings, providing actionable data and analytics from a connected network of digital sensors and devices, making data communication more efficient, scalable and secure.
This will be the third consecutive AMP that ATi has won single-source Chlorine with United Utilities, along with several other highly competitive framework agreements, and we look forward to continuing to working closely together to create sustainable solutions for pro-active water management and distribution networks of the future.
“We are really excited to continue working with United Utilities and progress the fantastic working relationship we have developed over many years. This framework agreement cements ATi’s first-class reputation as the foremost provider of class-leading water quality monitoring and control products and solutions within the utilities sector”.
Vicky Banks, Ati sales manager uk
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Badger Meter and Coftec are pleased to announce the signature of a new partnership, bringing together leading technologies and solutions in smart water quality, flow measurement and control from ATi, s::can GmbH and Badger Meter.
From 17th February 2022, Coftec will be the appointed distribution agent for the range of products within Badger Meter’s group of companies for the Republic of Ireland’s municipal, industrial and wastewater markets. In addition to the s::can product range already available, the extended range of Badger Meter and ATi products will now form part of this agreement with Coftec, offering a range of pioneering, proactive and sustainable solutions to safeguard, manage and control water quality.
The deployment of smart water is the fastest growing component within the global water sector and the collaboration of industry-leading technology is bringing new possibilities for managing water utilities more efficiently and resiliently. As this emphasis continues to rise, water professionals are becoming more focused on finding the right, tailored solutions to improve water quality management, and this new partnership will enable the water industry to proactively safeguarde water quality and create intelligent, optimised, smarter water through the latest, leading technologies.
Garry Tabor, Badger Meter Director of Smart Water Solutions, commented:
“Badger Meter, ATi and s::scan are passionate about pioneering the development and deployment of industry-leading, accurate and reliable electrochemical and optical sensing instruments, providing online, inline and reagent-free solutions to enable distributed and real-time water quality monitoring.
“As leading technology providers, establishing the right partnership with shared values for providing customer focused and tailored end-to-end solutions to meet clients’ needs and expectations is vital. Badger Meter, ATi, s::can and Coftec all share the same values and strategy for providing customer focused and tailored end-to-end solutions to meet clients’ needs and expectations. By working together, sharing the same business ethics, continuously developing technical knowledge and product range, adapting to shifts in market demands, and working closely with end-users to identify their needs, we believe this partnership will deliver unrivalled class-leading solutions and customer support.”
Darragh Hobbs, Innovation Manager at Coftec stated:
“We are confident that our partnership with the Badger Meter group of companies will provide our customers with outstanding quality and exceptional customer service, by consistently providing innovative water and wastewater solutions through an extensive product range and local stock for quicker deliveries presence to deliver end-to-end solutions.
“Badger Meter and Coftec will now co-operate to leverage each other’s strengths to supply and support clean and wastewater quantity and quality smart water solutions for the Irish municipal and industrial water and wastewater markets going forward.”
About Badger Meter
With more than a century of water technology innovation, Badger Meter is a global provider of industry-leading water solutions, encompassing flow measurement, quality and other system parameters. These offerings provide customers with essential data and analytics to optimise operations and contribute to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s most precious resource. Our smart water portfolio includes real-time water quality monitoring solutions, with a combination of optical and electrochemical sensing instruments, through the combined offerings of Badger Meter’s ATi and s::can companies, providing online, inline and reagent-free solutions to enable distributed and real-time water quality monitoring. Our end-to-end smart water solutions provide actionable data and analytics from a connected network of instruments, sensors and devices, empowering users to resourcefully use and conserve water.
About Coftec
Coftec is a leading provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions for the Irish market. We leverage extensive in-house design, build, and operate expertise and access to a portfolio of state-of-the-art water quality monitoring and purification technologies to deliver novel turn-key solutions, which solve our customer’s water and wastewater issues. Coftec is part of Coffey, a civil, environmental, and building contracting group of companies offering over 47-years of deep industry experience across every major construction section in Ireland and the UK.
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AG Barr, a leading soft drinks company has commissioned the design and installation of a bespoke ATi gas monitoring solution for Carbon Dioxide and Oxygen.
ATi’s Innovation Hub worked closely with the global business to provide a tailored, smart gas detection system, utilising our GasSens control panel with multiple gas heads, to provide industry-leading measurement and logging for hazardous-area sensing.
The ATi controller is configured to monitor CO2 and Oxygen levels using our D12IR-Ex and F12 gas detectors, protecting operators from harmful levels during the bottling process for cans and bottles. The specialised configuration enables alerts to be sent to the operator when pre-determined levels are exceeded, while safely shutting down the system and locking the doors of the room to prevent unauthorised access, preventing harmful exposure.
Each gas sensor continuously monitors the atmosphere at the soft drinks production sites, reporting any hazardous conditions to the control unit for display by the alpha numeric screen, indicating the reporting sensor, gas type, concentration and alarm status. Alarm levels that are exceeded automatically activate signal outputs, including analogue and digital data and user selectable relays.
This ATi GasSens controller system operates on a 6-core cable network and has the capacity to monitor up to 14 addressable sensors. The bespoke monitoring solution features heated sensor holders to help with the damp location, along with splash and water guards for cleaning. The flexible system also allows the client to have full control of the network, tailored for the needs of their application, with automatic safety check diagnostics and system surveillance for complete peace of mind.
The ATi GasSens controller is capable of measuring over 60 different gases or vapours and was supplied ready to use with pre-calibrated gas sensors.
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