Water meter solutions for apartments – how the Kamstrup flowIQ2200 can solve water issues. An apartment block in a metropolitan city requires copious amounts of water, utilities, and general maintenance. Generally, covering the cost of any maintenance lies with the body corporate. Water, in particular, is one of the major utilities being excessively billed.
Our water meter solutions can help solve this problem.
Detect leaks with the Kamstrup flowIQ2200
The Kamstrup flowIQ2200 is a smart water meter able to detect leaks and prevent a major liability. The rising cost of utilities has put a strain on building budgets for many body corporates, and any water leak is a body corporate’s biggest liability, using up resources and causing inconvenience. The Kamstrup flowIQ2200 is the ideal solution for leak detection and prevention in apartments. Accurate, state-of-the-art built-in acoustic leakage detection and flexible remote reading technology alerts the user to service connections and distribution mains problems in their water use. The residential smart water meter is ideal for installation and water management in sectional title schemes, eliminating the utility burden in body corporates.
Common water meter issues in apartments
Owners pay levies to the body corporate to cover the cost of any maintenance required or to cover the cost in the event there is a shortfall in utility costs. This means that other maintenance is being postponed in favour of covering utility shortfalls. In Sectional Title Schemes, the installation of the Kamstrup flowIQ2200 is an advantage to body corporates which will no longer have to cover any shortfalls in utility costs, ensuring better budget management and zero losses.
Our team of water specialists has compiled a list of common water issues encountered in apartments and how the flowIQ2200 can prevent them;
Water meter not working correctly; – Exorbitant water costs
In this scenario, there could be two issues: the meter is not working/being read correctly, or there is a potential leak in the apartment.
Below is a step-by-step guide on how the problem could be solved:
Step 1 – Initial assessment – Building management remotely accesses the water meter data, analysing the water consumption patterns of the affected unit.
Step 2 – Inspection – The Kamstrup FlowIQ2200’s remote valve control feature temporarily shuts off the water supply, preventing further water wastage and time to investigate without causing additional damage.
Step 3 – Leak detection – The residential water meter’s advanced leak detection capabilities are used by the maintenance team to check for visible signs of leaks, such as dripping faucets or running toilets. The plumbing system, including pipes, fixtures, and connections, are also inspected.
Step 4 – Data analysis – Water data logs provide detailed information about water consumption patterns at different times of the day. The exact timeframe of the water usage spike can be pinpointed to its source.
Step 5 – Repair and Resolution – After repairing and replacing any faulty pipes and fixtures, the FlowIQ2200 will monitor water consumption to ensure the issue is fully resolved.
Water supply system – low water pressure
In this scenario, numerous tenants have noticed the low pressure of their water supply.
The Kamstrup FlowIQ2200 can be used to troubleshoot and resolve the problem.
Step 1 – Pressure monitoring – Water pressure patterns in the affected units are analysed. A consistent drop in pressure during specific times of the day is detected, indicating a potential problem with the supply system.
Step 2 – Flow analysis – The flow rates during the low-pressure periods are analysed using the FlowIQ2200’s advanced flow measurement capabilities. This data is compared with normal flow rates to identify any irregularities or abnormalities.
Step 3 – Valve control – The FlowIQ2200’s remote valve control feature is used to manipulate specific valves in the water supply system. Strategically adjusting the valves can isolate and troubleshoot different sections of the system, narrowing down the location of the low-pressure issue.
Step 4 – System inspection – Based on the valve adjustments and analysis of flow rates, various components of the water supply system, such as pumps, filters, and pressure regulators, are inspected. The FlowIQ2200 is used to monitor the impact of the adjustments in real-time and determine if the pressure improves.
Step 5 – Repair and optimisation – The low water pressure is identified, and faulty components are replaced and repaired. The system can also be optimised by adjusting pressure regulators or making necessary upgrades.
Overall, the rise in utilities in Cape Town has increased exponentially. By installing smart water meters body corporates can eliminate covering the cost of excessive water by one user. Apartment owners will no longer be solely responsible for the cost of the water in a unit, the responsibility lies with the tenant, this will also make utility reconciliation with the City of Cape Town easier.
Water Meter Solutions’ installation, maintenance, and monitoring combine innovation and expertise. We work to ensure that municipal water bylaws are followed while saving our customers money and water. Our experience and expertise allows us to deliver water solutions with excellence.
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