Are tracked pipes the future?

Suppliers in the UK have recently announced that they are applying trackers that actively assess the health of pipes.

This smart new technology will alert suppliers as to when pipes begin to deteriorate, allowing them to handle the issue before it has a chance to cause any damage.

This new tracker tech has wide application in the water industry. We have had a look at the possibilities that tracked pipes offer and how much of an asset they can prove to be for the water supply industry:

??Trackers can detect when leaks are starting to develop, so alerts will be sent out to whoever may be responsible to get it sorted.

?? Emergency plumbers or engineers will be alerted straight away if a tracked pipe burst dues to weather related causes.

??The informattion can be used to re-prioritise which pipes need maintenance more than newer pipes across the country, saving time and money whilst being the most effective plan of action.