Managing municipal water supplies and fluid processes requires immense precision. Today’s water and wastewater facilities rely on advanced flow monitoring technologies, such as electromagnetic and ultrasonic flowmeters, alongside comprehensive data management platforms to ensure accuracy and maintain rigorous regulatory compliance.
By combining durable hardware capable of withstanding harsh, corrosive environments with intelligent software and predictive analytics, operators can transform raw telemetry into actionable insights. These integrated solutions streamline everything from leak detection to process control, ultimately safeguarding community resources and maximizing operational efficiency.
Take a look at these seven flow management solutions for modern processes.
Aquatic Informatics Rio
Rio from Aquatic Informatics is a compliance and operations data management solution for water and wastewater professionals. It helps manage operations, compliance, data and reporting to stay ahead of risk and protect a community’s water supply. It can be used to centralize and organize compliance and operations data in a secure, online platform for a holistic view of the water system — integrated with electronic lab transfers and field data captured through mobile devices. It can also be used to unlock insights with data visualization and dashboards for optimized analysis and empowered decision-making. Its use can help ensure data accuracy with the calculation validation engine to produce reliable, accurate reports for regulatory requirements or internal operations. It also collects data remotely — while connected or offline — for improved visibility without any duplication of effort. It lets utilities achieve efficient, proactive operations by reviewing and analyzing data faster, supporting compliance and more informed decision-making.
877-870-2782; www.aquaticinformatics.com
Chemline Plastics Digiflow FlowX3
Digiflow FlowX3 from Chemline Plastics is a complete line of flow monitoring equipment engineered for precision in industrial water and chemical applications. The range includes durable paddle wheel sensors, ultra-low flow sensors, oval gear meters and electromagnetic flow transmitters — all with modular mounting options (direct, panel or wall). Constructed from CPVC, PVDF or 316L stainless steel, the sensors handle aggressive media, high pressures and a broad range of pipe sizes (1/2 to more than 24 inches). Instruments include graphic-display flow monitors, batch controllers and blind transmitters, offering versatile outputs (4-20 mA, pulse, relays) and easy calibration. Designed for longevity, these units feature ceramic bearings, epoxy-encapsulated electronics and self-cleaning rotors. NEMA-rated enclosures ensure performance even in submersible conditions. A wide selection of fittings ensures seamless integration into new or existing piping systems.
800-930-2436; www.chemline.com
FCI - Fluid Components International MT100 SeriesMT100 Series flowmeters from FCI - Fluid Components International feature a temperature-compensated direct mass flow sensor design that provides precise, repeatable air/gas flow measurement with low maintenance over a long life. Multiple sensors are inserted at various depths within a pipe or duct and outputs are multiplexed and averaged to determine the flow rate within the process line. The flow sensors can be installed either across a mast or can be inserted at multiple points around the process line in a single plane. In particulate-heavy or corrosive stack gases, the MT100 Meters also excel because there are no moving parts, orifices or glass windows to foul or clog. It comes with a choice of output options to interface with virtually any DCS, PLC, SCADA or recorder. Dual, isolated, high-resolution 4-20mA outputs compliant with Namur NE43, HART, Modbus, 0-1 kHz frequency/pulse and a USB port are all included standard.
760-744-6950; www.fluidcomponents.com
KROHNE ALTOSONIC
KROHNE ALTOSONIC ultrasonic flowmeters feature Reynolds number characterization, which minimizes sensitivity to fluid property changes, ensuring consistent meter performance across various refined and crude products, provided it’s been characterized during the calibration stage. The meters’ stable geometry eliminates drift and changes over time, reducing the frequency of required proving. The meters also eliminate the need for fine filters required by mechanical meters, further reducing operational expenses. Field results showcase its ability to achieve API-compliant repeatability, even with challenging fluids like gasoline, by addressing issues such as cavitation through proper back pressure management. It’s recommended that back pressure should be twice the pressure drop of the meter plus 1.25 times the vapor pressure.
800-356-9464; www.us.krohne.com
McCrometer FPI Mag
The FPI Mag from McCrometer is a full-profile insertion electromagnetic flowmeter designed for accurately measuring flow in water distribution systems, water treatment systems and water loss analysis. Using electromagnetic technology, its multi-electrode design delivers repeatable accuracy in measuring flow velocity and turbidity. Its hot-tap operation capability eliminates any need to dewater or mechanically cut pipelines and allows for an installation process that is easily removable for inspection. With no moving parts and a heavy-duty stainless steel body construction, the meter provides reliable performance in challenging conditions such as clogging by sand or grit and can be rated up to 200 degrees F. It can be integrated into AMI/AMR systems and telemetry solutions for continuous monitoring and data collection. Common applications include water loss management, leak detection and revenue billing for new capital or retrofit projects.
800-220-2279; www.mccrometer.com
inCTRL Solutions Advanced Digital Solutions
Advanced Digital Solutions from inCTRL Solutions is a modular suite of intelligent tools that optimize water, wastewater and biogas operations. It includes Controller Performance Monitoring, Membrane Performance Management, AI sensors and advanced control systems such as Model Predictive Control and Ammonia-Based Aeration Control. Designed to work alongside SCADA or as a standalone platform, these solutions centralize plant data and transform it into actionable insights. Facilities benefit from operational visibility, real-time analytics and predictive maintenance that reduces downtime and extends equipment life. Operators can respond faster to critical issues, streamline maintenance and improve process efficiency, while managers gain data to support compliance and long-term planning. These tools help facilities achieve measurable gains in performance, resource optimization and regulatory readiness.
703-297-9025; inctrl.com
YSI, a Xylem brand MJK MagFlux 7200
The MJK MagFlux 7200 from YSI, a Xylem brand, is an electromagnetic flowmeter designed for optimal performance in drinking water and wastewater applications. Utilizing Faraday’s law, this mag meter ensures precise and reliable flow measurement, enhanced by its automatic self-cleaning function that prolongs electrode cleanliness and operational dependability. Select configurations are NSF 61 approved, allowing for safe deployment in applications that have direct contact with potable water. It delivers high accuracy even at low flow rates, with an accuracy of 0.25% down to 0.6 feet per second. Designed for easy installation in challenging environments, it requires minimal straight pipe of three times the nominal diameter upstream and two times downstream for full accuracy, making it suitable for various complex setups. The system offers flexible configurations for its display, converter and flowmeter. The display unit can control up to four flowmeters and be positioned up to 1,000 meters from the sensor, accommodating a wide range of installation requirements.
937-688-4255; www.ysi.com
