Making our old pipes new again!

An Asian perspective- Mark Nicol

Failure of ageing and deteriorated water mains is a threat to the structural integrity of a water supply network, causing adverse effects such as service disruptions, revenue loss, and property damage. However, just because something is old, doesn’t mean it needs replacing. Knowing your current asset health will reveal maintenance and capacity issues before they become problematic, enabling targeted planning both financially and operationally. This presentation is the first in a three-part series from Mueller showcasing how a staged approach to pipeline asset management using machine learning and non-invasive IOT technologies is being adopted by utilities around the world. Case studies will be shared highlighting the successful implementation of this approach in the Asia Pacific region, which has led to informed intervention decisions being made to reduce NRW and extend asset life. Parts 2 and 3 of this series will showcase how this approach has been adapted in North America and Europe and will be presented as part of this IWA series of Webinars on the 11th and 13th May 2020 respectively.