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Efficient level measurement in the sewer

The measurement of water levels in the sewer system plays a crucial role in the efficient management and maintenance of wastewater systems.

Monitor water levels in real time, avoid flooding and save valuable minutes in critical situations. Discover how digital solutions can help you meet the challenges of modern wastewater management.

What exactly is level measurement?

Water level measurement is a process for monitoring and recording water levels in sewerage systems and other water infrastructure. It is used to continuously measure the water level in order to detect and respond to changes at an early stage. This is particularly important for preventing flooding, optimising wastewater management and meeting regulatory requirements.

In sewers, level measurement is an essential tool for ensuring the safety and efficiency of wastewater systems.

Why is it important to measure the level in the sewer?

Early detection of flood risks

Water levels can be monitored in real time by continuously measuring water levels in the sewer. This means that if the water level rises abnormally, the alarm can be raised in good time and appropriate measures can be taken to prevent flooding and associated damage.

Efficient wastewater management

Accurate level monitoring helps optimise wastewater flow and load distribution within the sewer system. This helps to avoid bottlenecks and utilise the full capacity of the system.

Preventing pollution

During heavy rainfall or other events, wastewater systems can become overloaded, resulting in uncontrolled discharges into the environment. Effective level measurement can minimise the risk of such incidents.

Maintenance and cost control

Regular level measurements provide valuable data for analysing the condition of the sewer and planning maintenance work. This helps to identify potential problems at an early stage and reduce maintenance costs in the long term.

Comply with legal requirements

In many regions, accurate level measurement in the sewer is required to meet legal requirements for wastewater disposal. Reliable level monitoring ensures that all requirements are met.

Optimise resource planning

Continuous data collection enables targeted and efficient planning of maintenance activities and optimal use of resources. This reduces operating costs and extends the life of the sewer infrastructure.

Sensors for level measurement in the sewer

Level measurement in the sewer is carried out using remote sensors that continuously monitor the water level and provide accurate data on the level in the sewer system. The sensors are strategically located at various points in the canal system to ensure comprehensive monitoring.

What are the benefits of modern level measurement?

Energy efficiency

Many new level measurement systems are designed to be energy efficient and can be partially powered by renewable energy sources such as solar power. This reduces operating costs and increases the sustainability of sewer monitoring.

Scalability

Thanks to their modular design, modern level measurement systems can be easily expanded or adapted to new requirements. This makes them ideal for growing wastewater systems and changing environmental conditions.

Ease of use

Advanced water level monitoring systems offer user-friendly software solutions with intuitive dashboards. These allow operators to see the level status of the sewer system at a glance and react quickly to critical situations.

Use Case #1:
Level measurement and rain overflow reporting in the sewer

Continuous monitoring of level and temperature allows early detection of critical situations such as backflow.
Automatic alarm in the event of unexpected overflow or blockage.
Excellent data quality with time stamps, so there are no data gaps.
Automated data processing and regular email reporting.
Instant response with a 10-second measurement interval and up to 10 years of service life.
Maintenance concept optimised for service cycles to minimise travel.
Efficient use of human resources through online access and easy administration.

Use case #2:
Level measurement in the storage sewer, stormwater overflow basin or stormwater retention areas

Continuous level and overflow monitoring allows critical situations to be identified.
Automated data processing and email notification of overflow events.
Automatic alarm in the event of unexpected overflow or blockage.
Excellent data quality with timestamps, no data gaps.
Innovative sensor fusion, such as a digital float switch, extends battery life to up to 8 years when using a 4-20mA sensor.
A maintenance concept tailored to service cycles minimises the number of trips required.
Efficient use of resources through online access and easy administration.

The ideal data logger for level measurement

Jellox is THE data logger for wastewater and sewers. It makes level measurement child’s play. With a 10-second measurement interval and 10 years of data, you get live data directly from the ATEX zone.

Device management, alarms and more

Jellox transfers the collected data to the central platform. There are many features available to you.

Device management: administration, management and configuration of your devices.
Alarms: Alarms alert you immediately when a set level is exceeded, saving valuable minutes in critical situations.
Data interface: Open interfaces make it easy to integrate data into the systems of your choice.
Site timeline: Keep track of your measurement points with timeline entries.

Industry solutions

Groundwater level measurement

Level measurement of rainwater overflow

Level measurement of rain overflow

Groundwater monitoring

Efficient, reliable sewer level measurement

Measure water levels at strategic points in the sewer. Respond to heavy rainfall, plan maintenance and meet regulatory requirements.

Efficient level measurement in the sewer

What exactly is level measurement?

Why is it important to measure the level in the sewer?

Sensors for level measurement in the sewer

Radar sensor

Pressure sensor 0-3m 9W

Pressure sensor 0-1m 9W

Pressure sensor 0-10m 9W

What are the benefits of modern level measurement?

Use Case #1:
Level measurement and rain overflow reporting in the sewer

Use case #2:
Level measurement in the storage sewer, stormwater overflow basin or stormwater retention areas

The ideal data logger for level measurement

Device management, alarms and more