WRF Technology Scan: Proactive Asset Management
The Water Research Foundation's Technology Scan webcasts are designed to help you become a Utility of the Future! This webcast focused on proactive asset management.
PipeDiver Ultra – Free-Swimming Metallic Pipeline Condition Assessment
PipeDiver Ultra is a long-distance, free-swimming condition assessment tool that measures the pipe wall thickness of metallic water pipelines using high-resolution ultrasonic technology. Building on the trusted PipeDiver condition assessment platform, PipeDiver Ultra inspects the pipeline while still in service, measuring wall thickness and assessing lining and ovality.
Presenter:
Eric Toffin, Global Product Manager, Xylem
Next-Generation Affordable Data Diodes for Water Control System Monitoring
Fend® provides physics-based cybersecurity for industrial control applications, including in the water sector, by providing one-way data flows and robust security far exceeding that of firewalls or security software. Fend’s technology includes on-board computing power, hard-wired and cellular connection options, small form factor, simple installation, and 90% cost reduction relative to competing solutions.
Presenter:
Colin Dunn, Founder and CEO, Fend Incorporation
Moderators:
Sydney Samples, Innovation Program Manager and David Morroni, Innovation Program Coordinator
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