Fluid Conservation Systems Partners with T-Mobile US for IoT Connectivity

Fluid Conservation Systems (FCS) has collaborated with T-Mobile US to enhance its acoustic water leak detectors with IoT connectivity, enabling continuous remote monitoring, reducing manual inspections, and boosting efficiency and intelligence.

Key Points:

• Cellular IoT – FCS integrates acoustic water leak solutions with T-Mobile’s IoT network.
• Cost-efficiency – Cellular technology replaces manual inspections, improving operational efficiency.
• Addressing water loss – The partnership targets water loss from aging infrastructure, emphasizing environmental impact.

The US-based leak detection technology provider, FCS, has chosen T-Mobile US to provide IoT connectivity for its acoustic monitoring solutions. The collaboration involves connecting acoustic data loggers, in use for over 40 years, to enable remote monitoring and easy sensor connectivity even in remote areas. The specific IoT technology chosen by FCS remains undisclosed, but T-Mobile US supports NB-IoT, LTE-M, standard 4G-LTE, and 5G for high-powered IoT applications.

T-Mobile US is gearing up to launch a reduced-capability 5G service, the ‘5G RedCap,’ in the US. The company proudly announced its ‘best mobile network’ award from Ookla, focusing on speed, coverage, reliability, efficiency, and cost in IoT services. By highlighting the benefits of connecting water leak detectors for remote data management, FCS emphasizes the improvements in operational insights and maintenance efficiency even in challenging locations.

FCS emphasizes its pioneering role in acoustic water leak detection technology established 40 years ago and its partnership with US utilities. The wireless connectivity provided by T-Mobile US offers continuous, automated, and precise monitoring, reducing the need for costly manual inspections. Furthermore, FCS lauds T-Mobile’s network coverage for traditional black-spots and not-spots, enabling better service deployments in remote areas.

The advanced technology allows FCS sensors to transmit critical data from various locations, simplifying leak detection processes and reducing labor costs significantly. This enhanced connectivity brings better management flexibility, operational insights, and environmental benefits, aiding in addressing the challenges faced by water infrastructure in the US.

Beth Powell, President of Fluid Conservation Systems, commended the collaboration, stating that the real-time data provided by T-Mobile-connected acoustic leak detectors plays a crucial role in pinpointing leaks accurately, thus preventing costly problems. Similarly, George Fischer, Senior Vice President of Sales at T-Mobile, highlighted how the acoustic leak detection partnership sets a new standard in water management and resource conservation, emphasizing innovation and resilience in critical infrastructure protection nationwide.