WaterGroup SmartEAR leak detecting noise logger

WaterGroup has launched the SmartEAR, a SebaKMT IoT noise logger built to detect leaks in water networks.

Thanks to the advances in modern IoT technologies, the product is designed to make it much easier to monitor critical or troublesome water mains. Instead of requiring two or even three devices to detect a leak, record it and send it to the cloud, this product is designed to do it all in one.

The device allows recording up to 10s noise files at configurable times and intervals, using a revised cloud-based monitoring platform: Poseyedon.

With a battery life of up to nine years, it can be accommodated in below-ground hydrant compartments, valve boxes and other tight spaces.

The SmartEAR-GO! app displays data and lets utilities install and manage the devices with a guided installation routine.

Another feature is the antenna test. Open and close the lid, and it will measure the current signal strength and quality in 1 s intervals. If required, the signal can be boosted by various external antenna solutions.

The device comes pre-programmed to enable quick leak detection. Thanks to the built-in NB-IoT/CAT-M1 combi module and its magnetic attachment, it is a simple plug-and-play installation.

Once in operation, the device can determine the probability of leakage in the water network each day.