Modern drinking water networks require precise measurement technology, digital monitoring systems, and intelligent data analysis to detect leaks early and reduce water loss in a sustainable manner.
This glossary explains key products, technologies, and technical terms related to professional leak detection and network monitoring.
It serves as a reference guide for water utilities, network operators, engineers, and decision-makers who work with modern monitoring solutions.
Products and Systems
SebaKMT®
SebaKMT® develops professional measurement and monitoring technologies for leak detection, network analysis, and the sustainable reduction of water losses in drinking water networks.
SmartEAR®
SmartEAR® is an acoustic noise logger designed for continuous monitoring of drinking water systems. It detects unusual noise patterns that may indicate developing leaks.
SmartEAR®+
SmartEAR®+ supplements acoustic leak detection with additional parameters such as pressure, temperature, and acoustics, enabling a more comprehensive assessment of the network's condition.
SmartEAR®+ eH
The SmartEAR®+ eH expands the SmartEAR®+ family as an IoT module for hydrophones and connects existing hydrophone sensors, such as the PAM Hydro-3 or Hydro-SL, directly to the POSEYEDON® Cloud. It enables the simple and reliable transmission of measurement data for analysis and early leak detection, and is particularly well-suited as an upgrade for existing SmartEAR® installations in complex network environments.
SmartEAR®+ iP
The SmartEAR®+ iP is an IoT pressure and temperature logger designed for continuous monitoring of pressure and temperature in drinking water systems. It provides precise measurement data to detect pressure fluctuations and temperature changes that may indicate leaks or system instability, and securely transmits this data to the POSEYEDON® Cloud for analysis.
SmartEAR®+ eC
The SmartEAR®+ eC is a state-of-the-art IoT logger that simultaneously measures acoustic signals, pressure, and temperature. Thanks to this combined measurement capability, it can detect leaks in main lines and plastic pipes with exceptional precision and provides robust, cloud-based analytical data to optimize network monitoring.
SmartEAR®+ ePF
The SmartEAR®+ ePF is used for zone monitoring and the digitization of existing water networks. It enables the networking of mechanical water meters and external pressure sensors via standardized interfaces, provides continuous measurement data via POSEYEDON® for analysis, and helps operators optimize pressure conditions, monitor network areas over the long term, and sustainably reduce water losses.
POSEYEDON®
POSEYEDON® is a cloud-based platform for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing measurement data from grid monitoring, and it supports data-driven decision-making.
HL 7000
The HL 7000 is an electroacoustic ground microphone system designed for the precise pinpointing of leaks after a suspicious area of the pipeline has been identified.
HL 50-BT
The HL 50-BT is a compact, wireless floor microphone designed for flexible and efficient leak detection in the field.
Correlux
Correlux is a digital correlator used to precisely locate pipeline leaks based on acoustic signal travel times.
UDM 300
The UDM 300 is a portable ultrasonic flow meter designed for temporary measurements without disrupting normal pipeline operations.
SebaFlow
SebaFlow refers to systems for continuous flow monitoring in drinking water networks for the long-term analysis of water losses.
Leak Detection Technologies
Acoustic Leak Detection
Acoustic leak detection uses the sounds produced by escaping water to identify leaks in pressurized pipes.
Electroacoustic Leak Detection
Electroacoustic systems amplify and analyze leak noises, enabling precise localization in the field.
Correlation
Correlation is a mathematical method for calculating the location of a leak based on time differences between acoustic signals.
Point Location
Pinpointing the leak describes the final step in the leak detection process, during which the exact location of the leak is determined.
Power Grid Monitoring and Measurement Technology
Noise Logger
Noise loggers continuously record sounds in the pipeline network and help identify unusual patterns at an early stage.
Pressure Logger
Pressure loggers record pressure trends in the network and provide important indications of leaks or hydraulic anomalies.
Flow Measurement
Flow measurement determines water volumes in the pipeline network and helps assess losses and network sections.
Ultrasonic Measurement
Ultrasonic measurement enables noncontact flow measurement without interrupting grid operation.
Digital Network Monitoring and IoT
IoT
The IoT digitally connects measuring devices and enables the automated transmission of measurement data from the field.
NB-IoT
NB-IoT is an energy-efficient wireless standard for reliable data transmission over long distances.
LTE-M
LTE-M enables reliable cellular communication for monitoring devices in challenging network environments.
Cloud Platform
A cloud platform centrally hosts measurement data and allows access from any location.
Dashboard
Dashboards provide a clear and easy-to-understand visualization of measurement data, alerts, and network metrics.
Alarm Management
Alarm management automatically notifies users of critical deviations or unusual patterns in grid operations.
Data Analysis and Operations
Data Analysis
Data analysis evaluates measurement data and reveals correlations, trends, and anomalies.
Analytics
Analytics supports the optimization of network operations through the structured analysis of large amounts of data.
Firmware
Firmware controls the functionality of measuring instruments and is updated regularly.
Configuration
The configuration determines how devices and systems are adapted to the respective network requirements.
Commissioning
Commissioning refers to the structured installation and activation of measurement systems in the field.
Calibration
Calibration ensures that measuring instruments continue to operate accurately and reliably.
Diagnosis
Diagnostic functions help assess the device's condition and the quality of the measurements.