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Global Omnium turns smart meter data into actionable insights with Xylem Vue
Global Omnium supplies water to 400 Spanish towns and cities, serving over five million people, and manages one of the largest smart meter networks in Europe. To collect and process smart meter data, the utility developed a unique software and analytics platform, now part of Xylem Vue. Discover how the utility uses the platform to improve operations and offer new services.
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Indiana utility uses Xylem's smart water technology to remotely manage operations
The Silver Creek Water Corporation has deployed technology from Xylem’s Sensus brand to remotely manage meters, prevent water loss and save costs.
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An inside look at water’s digital transformation
Water utility leaders share their insights on digital transformation in the water sector, digital working culture, and avoiding data overload.
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Making Waves in 2023: 5 Xylem customers revolutionizing water access, affordability, and resilience
Learn how Xylem customers are using digital technology to improve drinking water, prevent sewer overflows, lower emissions and detect leaks.
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Finding the missing piece in a career: giving back
In recognition of International Volunteer Day, Making Waves spoke with Xylem colleague and Watermark Ambassador and volunteer, Carolina Casserly.
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How do I choose the right pipeline inspection tool?
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to inspecting critical pipelines. Utilities should carefully compare technologies to determine how they meet your operational and project delivery needs as well as your decision-making goals. Here are four key considerations utilities should evaluate when choosing the right tool for a condition assessment project.
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Drought-stricken farmers in Italy get water with Xylem rental pump solution
When a drought in 2022 decreased the flow of the Po River in Italy, Xylem created an emergency pump station in just a few weeks using Flygt rental pumps.
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Flygt hydro turbines used for small-scale hydroelectric power in Kentucky
Appalachian Hydro Associates (AHA) in Ravenna, Kentucky, was seeking to develop a more cost-effective model for small hydro projects. AHA partnered with Berea College to offset the upfront investments, then began planning a small hydroelectric power plant at an abandoned lock chamber along the Kentucky River. With five Flygt hydro turbines from Xylem, the plant is now a source of revenue for the college, producing 500 kilowatts of energy per turbine.
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Global cyber challenges need global solutions: How utilities are becoming cyber-savvy
A panel of international experts examines why and how water utilities should embrace a global outlook when it comes to security.
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Intelligent dewatering pump prevents flood at Guadalajara train station
Xylem’s Flygt Bibo Alpha dewatering pump, which automatically adapts to real-time conditions, has delivered months of trouble-free operation.
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Helping customers build extreme weather resilience
Here are four ways communities across the globe are using technology to build resilience to severe weather and climate challenges.
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Findlay Township water utility quickly identifies leaks with acoustic monitoring
With the Sensus Analytics Acoustic Monitoring application from Xylem, the utility remotely detects leaks and fixes them before they become a bigger problem.
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An inside-look at solving water through innovation from experts across Xylem
Listen to Xylem experts and industry thought leaders discuss water challenges and solutions as they apply to our wide range of applications.
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"We had to act" - Xylem's rapid response to disaster in Türkiye
In the aftermath of a 7.8 earthquake in Türkiye, Xylem's local team joined partners on the ground to provide safe water to disaster-struck communities.
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Embracing the digital ripple effect by focusing on culture
How can utilities ensure their digital solutions deliver incremental value over time? Xylem’s Tim Braun says people and culture are key to success.
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How can I leverage pipeline inspection and monitoring data for long-term planning?
Utilities can predict the future condition of their pipelines and estimate when specific pipes should be reinspected or considered for repair or replacement. The ability to forecast helps utilities better plan and budget for pipeline maintenance in the coming years.
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Managing the changing tides of cybersecurity
Amid the digitization of the water sector, the risks posed by cyber threats are growing. Learn how utilities can modernize while staying secure.
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From spider web to solving water
This year’s winners of the Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge created a bioreactor to reduce the water footprint needed to create hydrogen.
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Cybersecurity: How tech can modernize, optimize, and protect
Kenneth Crowther, Product Security Leader at Xylem, discusses how utilities can embrace the benefits of digital while strengthening security protections.
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3 ways Xylem customers are solving non-revenue water
Xylem’s water utility customers are using practical, innovative solutions to tackle the critical water challenge of non-revenue water. Read three case studies.
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Mixers at Italian wastewater treatment plant can reduce energy use by up to 50%
The Publiacqua treatment plant uses low-speed, high-efficiency Flygt 4530 mixers, which can reduce energy consumption by up to 50%.
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Mina Guli speaks up on the need to protect the source
A Q&A with water advocate and ultramarathon runner, Mina Guli, CEO of Thirst Foundation
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Young innovators solve water at the 2023 Xylem Global Student Innovation Challenge
Winning university-level team uses data science to tackle marine pollution.
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Should I spot check prestressed concrete cylinder pipe?
A successful condition assessment program uses the right mix of methods to cost-effectively reduce risk. Do spot checks deserve a place in the toolbox for managing prestressed concrete pipelines?