Modern drinking water networks require precise measurement technology, digital monitoring systems, and intelligent data analysis in order to detect leaks early on and reduce water loss in the long term.
This glossary explains key products, technologies, and technical terms used in professional leak detection and network monitoring.
It serves as a reference work for water suppliers, 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 sustainable reduction of water losses in drinking water networks.
SmartEAR®
SmartEAR® is an acoustic noise logger for continuous monitoring of drinking water networks. It detects unusual noise patterns that may indicate leaks.
SmartEAR®+
SmartEAR®+ supplements acoustic leak detection with additional measurement parameters such as pressure, temperature, and acoustics, enabling a more comprehensive assessment of the network status.
SmartEAR®+ eH
The SmartEAR®+ eH expands the SmartEAR®+ family as an IoT module for hydrophones and connects existing hydrophone sensors such as PAM Hydro-3 or Hydro-SL directly to the POSEYEDON® Cloud. It enables simple and reliable transmission of measurement data for analysis and early leak detection and is particularly suitable as an upgrade for existing SmartEAR® installations in complex network environments.
SmartEAR®+ iP
The SmartEAR®+ iP is an IoT pressure and temperature logger for continuous monitoring of pressure and temperature in the drinking water network. It provides precise measurement data for detecting pressure fluctuations and temperature changes that may indicate leaks or network instabilities, and transmits this data securely to the POSEYEDON® Cloud for evaluation.
SmartEAR®+ eC
The SmartEAR®+ eC is a sophisticated IoT logger that simultaneously measures acoustic signals, pressure, and temperature. This combined measurement allows it to detect leaks in main pipes and plastic pipes with particular precision and provides robust, cloud-based analysis data for optimizing network monitoring.
SmartEAR®+ ePF
The SmartEAR®+ ePF is used for zone monitoring and 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 in the long term, and reduce water losses sustainably.
POSEYEDON®
POSEYEDON® is a cloud-based platform for recording, analyzing, and visualizing measurement data from network monitoring and supports data-based decisions.
HL 7000
HL 7000 is an electroacoustic floor microphone system for precise point location of leaks after a conspicuous network area has been identified.
HL 50-BT
HL 50-BT is a compact, wireless floor microphone for flexible and efficient leak detection in the field.
Correlux
Correlux is a digital correlator for the precise localization of pipeline leaks based on acoustic signal transit times.
UDM 300
UDM 300 is a mobile ultrasonic flow meter for temporary measurements without interfering with the ongoing operation of the pipeline.
SebaFlow
SebaFlow refers to systems for continuous flow monitoring in drinking water networks for long-term analysis of water losses.
Leak detection technologies
Acoustic leak detection
Acoustic leak detection uses sounds caused by escaping water to identify leaks in pressurized pipes.
Electroacoustic leak detection
Electroacoustic systems amplify and analyze leak noises and enable precise location in the field.
correlation
Correlation is a mathematical method for calculating the leak location based on time differences in acoustic signals.
point location
Point location describes the final step in leak detection, in which the exact position of the leak is determined.
Network monitoring and measurement technology
noise logger
Noise loggers continuously record noises in the pipe network and help to identify unusual patterns at an early stage.
pressure logger
Pressure loggers record pressure curves in the network and provide important information about leaks or hydraulic anomalies.
Flow measurement
Flow measurement determines water volumes in the pipe network and supports the evaluation of losses and network sections.
ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measurement enables contactless flow measurement without interrupting network operation.
Digital network monitoring and IoT
Internet of Things
IoT digitally connects measuring devices and enables 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 stable mobile communications for monitoring devices in demanding network environments.
cloud platform
A cloud platform provides measurement data centrally and allows access regardless of location.
dashboard
Dashboards visualize measurement data, alarms, and network metrics in a clear and understandable way.
alarm management
Alarm management automatically provides information about critical deviations or conspicuous patterns in network operation.
Data analysis and operation
data analysis
Data analysis evaluates measurement data and reveals correlations, trends, and anomalies.
analytics
Analytics supports the optimization of network operations through structured evaluation of large amounts of data.
firmware
Firmware controls the functionality of measuring devices and is updated regularly.
configuration
The configuration determines how devices and systems are adapted to the respective network requirements.
commissioning
Commissioning describes the structured installation and activation of measurement systems in the field.
calibration
Calibration ensures that measuring instruments continue to work accurately and reliably.
diagnosis
Diagnostic functions support the evaluation of device status and measurement quality.