Fluid Conservation Systems and T-Mobile Partnership: IoT Connectivity for Water Leak Detection
Fluid Conservation Systems (FCS) collaborates with T-Mobile US to integrate IoT connectivity into acoustic water leak detectors, allowing for continuous remote monitoring and enhanced efficiency.
Key Points:
- Cellular IoT – FCS links acoustic water leak solutions with T-Mobile’s IoT network.
- Cost Savings – Cellular technology eliminates manual checks, boosting efficiency.
- Addressing Urgency – Partnership targets water loss due to aging infrastructure and environmental impact.
Fluid Conservation Systems, a US-based leak detection technology provider, partners with T-Mobile US to provide IoT connectivity for its acoustic monitoring solutions. By leveraging T-Mobile’s network, FCS can now connect its acoustic data loggers, in use for over 40 years, for reduced manual checks and enhanced connectivity in remote areas. While the specific IoT technology chosen is unspecified, T-Mobile US supports NB-IoT, LTE-M, 4G-LTE, and 5G for robust IoT capabilities.
T-Mobile US plans to introduce a limited 5G (5G RedCap) service in the US, catering to intermediate IoT applications. Notably, the company received recognition for having the ‘best mobile network’ in the US, emphasizing coverage, reliability, and efficiency over mere speed. The collaboration will enable efficient remote management of water leak detectors, even in challenging locations.
FCS boasts a 40-year history of pioneering acoustic water leak detection technology and serves US utilities. Their loggers attach to water pipes, detecting leaks based on distinctive noise patterns. The wireless connectivity provided by T-Mobile US enhances the precision and automation of monitoring, reducing manual inspection costs.
The partnership underscores T-Mobile’s network coverage, especially in underserved areas, improving reliability and deployment possibilities. FCS can now transmit crucial acoustic data from remote locations, facilitating timely leak detection and cost savings.
