Case Studies
Sangamon Valley Public Water District Turns to FreeWave for Wireless M2M Technology
Overview
Automation & Control - Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems Networks & Connectivity - RF Transceivers | |
Utilities | |
Facility Management Maintenance | |
Predictive Maintenance Remote Asset Management Water Utility Management | |
Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The new SCADA system provided integrated control and access for the SVPWD operations team, allowing them to track, manage, report, trend, access, archive, and control equipment and settings from their fingertips. | |
Notifications and alerts were sent to key parties immediately via cell phone as SMS/text and/or email, ensuring timely responses to any issues. | |
FreeWave’s high-speed wireless radios enabled reliable communication between sites, enhancing the overall efficiency of the WTP operations. | |
Quantitative Benefit
The Scadata system has saved SVPWD 50 percent in costs so far. | |
The system is expected to save more over time as operations and efficiencies are improved. | |