Case Study: Water Storage Tank Remote Level Monitoring

Case Study: Water Storage Tank Remote Level Monitoring

Challenge

Small public water systems often face challenges operating within the constraints of a tight budget. A town was looking for a solution to monitor a critical remote water storage tank located at the southern end of town. With no AC power available and no SCADA system, regular manual checks were required, putting worker safety at risk.

The town sought a reliable wireless solution to monitor water level in the 25 foot tall storage tank, enhancing both safety and efficiency.

Solution

ABM provided a complete remote tank level monitoring package that addressed all needs. Full support and guidance were provided as part of the package, including:

  • Sensor Selection: ABM engineers provided help selecting the ideal sensor. The wireless ultrasonic level sensor, model ABM100-070ULCM-PVPVC-18D, with an integrated cellular modem and an external battery box, was recommended. A detached magnetic cellular antenna was supplied for installation above the snowline. ABM’s proprietary self-cleaning technology automatically eliminates condensation or ice build-up from the ultrasonic transducer face, enabling reliable, maintenance-free operation.
  • Installation Support: ABM engineers assisted with the installation process by guiding the town through the optimal placement and mounting of the sensor. Installation was straightforward, with no wiring required.
  • Remote Setup and Calibration: Once powered up, the ultrasonic sensor automatically connected to ABM servers. Using two-way communication, ABM engineers remotely evaluated, configured, and calibrated the sensor, ensuring it was set up for optimal performance.
  • Training and Ongoing Support: ABM engineers provided staff training, ensuring easy navigation through the online portal to monitor water levels and make setting adjustments as needed. Ongoing support from ABM is provided with 24/7 sensor, communication and tank environment monitoring.

Results

Installation of the remote tank monitoring package has saved the town time and costs as manual readings are no longer required. The easy-to-use web-based portal allows the staff to safely and conveniently monitor water levels from the main office. The self-cleaning technology has proved effective with reliable readings and no site visits required.

“Worker safety is always our top priority. After experiencing a fall, we knew we needed a safer way to monitor our water storage tank. That's when we found ABM Sensor Technology. From the very start, they made the entire process feel easy. They helped us select the right level sensor for our needs, maintained regular communication throughout, and provided valuable installation advice. Post-sale technical support has been top notch. Our ABM ultrasonic level sensor was a much more cost-effective solution compared to the potential costs of another workplace injury. We are very pleased with our ABM sensor and would highly recommend them to anyone in need of a reliable solution to monitor a remote water storage tank."

Conclusion

Implementing ABM’s remote tank monitoring package has resolved the town’s challenges by effectively monitoring the water level in the storage tank. Real-time data can be accessed remotely anytime ensuring worker safety.

The town is extremely satisfied with its new remote tank level monitoring solution.

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