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Case study: Maximizing Water Efficiency in Industries through Groundwater Level Monitoring

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About Customer

Our Client provides environmental services and solutions to industries and government bodies. They offer various services, including environmental assessments, site remediation, hazardous waste management, and air and water quality testing. They also provide support for environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. Their goal is to help clients reduce their environmental impact and improve their overall environmental performance.

Project Requirement

Challenge

Many industries depend on groundwater for their functions. Still, inadequate monitoring and management of groundwater levels can lead to depletion and contamination of this vital resource. Hence, our customers need to monitor the Groundwater level parameters (level, temperature, barometric pressure, and pressure) as per the CWGA Guidelines.

Traditional groundwater monitoring methods often involve wired sensors and data transmission systems, which can be expensive and labor-intensive to install and maintain.

BT Product

A groundwater level data logger is a device that measures and records groundwater levels over a while. It typically consists of a water level sensor, a data logger, and a power source.

The water level sensor is used to measure the groundwater’s depth below the surface. The data logger is used to store the data collected by the water level sensor and may also be able to process and transmit the data.
The power source is used to power the data logger and the water level sensor. It could be a battery, a solar panel, or an external power source.

Telemetry is the process of transmitting data from one location to another. It can be done using various technologies, such as Lorawan or  cellular. In groundwater level monitoring, telemetry can transmit data from the data logger to a central monitoring system.

By combining a groundwater level data logger with telemetry, industries can monitor groundwater levels in real time and collect data over long periods. This can be useful for understanding changes in groundwater levels and managing water resources sustainably.

Ground water level data logger and telemetry
Water level sensor and Ground water level data logger and telemetry

Proposed solution

We implemented a wireless groundwater level monitoring system using BridgeThings 4G RS485 transceivers and an IoT platform to address these challenges. The 4GRS485 transceiver is a wireless communication device that enables the transmission of data over long distances. The device is equipped with a 4G cellular modem to connect to the internet and transmit data to an IoT platform. On the other hand, the IoT platform is a cloud-based platform that enables collecting, storing, and analyzing data from various sensors and devices.

In this case study, the 4GRS485 transceiver was installed in various industries across India that use groundwater for their operations. Connected the device to a groundwater level sensor placed in the well or borehole. The sensor measured the groundwater level in real time and transmitted the data to the 4GRS485 transceiver. The transceiver then sent the data to the IoT platform, where it was stored and analyzed.

Out Come

    • It has allowed for real-time monitoring of groundwater level parameters.

    • the platform allowed for the data to be easily shared with relevant stakeholders

    •  Including the ability to track changes in groundwater levels over time 

    • It could alert operators if levels reach critical.

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Conclusion

The use of wireless groundwater level monitoring with 4G RS485 transceivers and an IoT platform has proven to be an effective solution for industrial companies looking to monitor and manage the impacts of their water usage on the environment. It provides real-time data collection and analysis, reduces costs, and improves the accuracy and reliability

Case study : Monitoring water quality parameters across the Ganga River as part of the NMCG Project

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Project Requirement

The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is a flagship project of the Government of India, which aims to rejuvenate and preserve the Ganga river. One of the critical aspects of this project is monitoring water quality parameters across the Ganga river. To implement that, they need to use a wireless water quality monitoring solution (sensors, Telemetries & IoT Platform).

Challenges

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  • With Traditional water quality monitoring systems face several challenges manual sampling and testing water quality manually requires a significant amount of time and resources, which can be a major constraint for authorities trying to monitor a large river like the Ganga.
  • Another challenge with traditional methods is the accuracy of the data. Manually collected samples may not represent the water quality across the river, and errors can occur during testing.
  • Finally, traditional methods can be expensive and resource-intensive. Sampling and testing water quality manually requires trained personnel, specialized equipment, and transportation, which can be costly for authorities

Despite addressing the above challenges, We proposed a wireless smart water quality monitoring solution( Telemetry system) consisting of Water quality sensors, a  RS232, and an IoT Platform. These devices are placed strategically along the river and continuously monitor water quality parameters such as pH, dissolved oxygen, bod, cod temperature, and conductivity. The data collected by these telemetries is transmitted to an IoT Platform or central server, which can be analyzed and used to identify potential water quality issues.

BT Products

Multiparameter Water Quality sensor
Modem based Telemetry

Mult-parameter water quality sensor

Communication Device - RS232

The Proteus multi-parameter water quality sensor is designed to measure various physical, chemical, and biological parameters in water. These parameters can include pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, salinity, turbidity, and others, depending on the specific model of the sensor. The sensor uses various technologies such as optical sensors, electrodes, and electrochemical cells to measure the parameters and provide real-time data to users accurately. It is often used in water treatment plants, aquaculture facilities, and other environments where water quality needs to be monitored and controlled.

RS-232 (Recommended Standard 232) is a standard for serial communication that defines the electrical and functional characteristics of a serial communication interface.

 it can be utilized in water quality monitoring systems for data acquisition and communication purposes. Water quality monitoring involves measuring various parameters such as temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, turbidity, and more to assess the health and quality of water sources.

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Out Comes

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Real-time Monitoring of water quality

The telemetry system allows for continuous water quality monitoring, which is  crucial for ensuring that the water is safe for human consumption and identifying potential issues.

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Reduced need for manual data collection

The use of wireless telemetry reduces the need for manual data collection, which can be time-consuming
and prone to errors.

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Improved Water quality

The continuous monitoring of the water quality has helped to identify and address any issues on time, leading to significant improvements in the overall quality of the water.

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Greater accessibility of data

The data collected by the telemetry system is available to the public through an online portal, making it easier for government bodies to track the water quality and take necessary actions to address any issues.

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increases efficiency

The use of wireless telemetry has increased the efficiency of the NMCG's efforts to improve the water quality of the Ganga river, as it allows for continuous monitoring and timely identification of any issues

IoT Platform

Water quality Dashboard
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Note:In this project, BridgeThing plays a crucial role in delivering a comprehensive water quality monitoring system. The system comprises two key components: a hardware communication device and an IoT platform.

The hardware communication device provided by BridgeThing serves as the interface between the water quality sensors and the IoT platform. This device is responsible for collecting data from the sensors, converting it into a suitable format, and transmitting it to the IoT platform for further processing and analysis

Case study: Wireless monitoring solution helping industries to monitor their utilities continuously to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

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About client

Our customer is the most significant component manufacturing company with over 50 years of background. It has three main divisions; brake, foundry, and polymer. The comprehensive product portfolio includes calipers, actuation, drum brakes, valves, hose ABS and brake fluid for passenger vehicles, s-cam, hydraulic drum brakes, disk brakes, and electro magnetic retarders for commercial vehicles, and dry and wet multiple plate disk brakes for agricultural tractors.

Project summary :

The company is looking to monitor their resources like energy and water in different cases like 

1) Chillers units’ energy Monitoring  

2) Overall, factory energy’s monitoring

2) Water monitoring like water consumption and quality

Challenge:

Lack of real-time data – Industries often rely on manual processes for collecting and analyzing data, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors. This makes it challenging to gain real-time insights into operations, leading to suboptimal decision-making.

BT Products we use

LoRaWAN-Gateway
LoRaWAN RS485 Transciever
Industrial LoRaWan Gateway

Solution

We proposed a wireless utilities monitoring solution that covers energy and water monitoring based on loRaWan technology along with IoT platform provided in just four weeks. Establish LPWAN networks with our gateways & Rs485 End nodes to collect data continuously from electrical & water meters and get data visualization with clear and insightful analytics to help understand manufacturing usage.

Out comes

  • Improved efficiency and reliability of utility systems
  • Reduced downtime and maintenance costs
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and service levels
  • Greater transparency and accountability in the management of utilities
  • Better data-driven decision-making and planning for future growth and expansion.

Energy Monitoring Dashboard

Shift wise consumption
Shift wise consumption
monthly consumption
monthly consumption
Current vs previous year
Current vs previous year
parameters chart
parameters chart
Live meter Reading
Live meter Reading
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Water monitoring Dashboard

Raw Reading
Raw Reading
Flow Rate Trend
Flow Rate Trend
current vs previous
current vs previous
Day Wise consumption
Day Wise consumption