Syrinix PIPEMINDER T User manual

TECHNICAL MANUAL

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Content
1. Safe Usage of PIPEMINDER-T ...................................................................................................................... 4
2. Revision History........................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Primary Functions........................................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Leak Detection..................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Burst Detection (Optional) .................................................................................................................. 6
3.3 Syrinix Severity Score S3...................................................................................................................... 6
4. Specification ................................................................................................................................................ 7
5. System components .................................................................................................................................... 8
6. SIM Installation and Configuration............................................................................................................ 10
6.1 To install the SIM card: .......................................................................................................................... 10
7. To configure PIPEMINDER-T to use the SIM card:..................................................................................... 11
8. Site selection ............................................................................................................................................. 13
8.1 Pipe side requirements.......................................................................................................................... 13
8.2 Kiosk Bollard and utility chamber requirements................................................................................... 14
9. Installation................................................................................................................................................. 15
9.1 Pre-Requisites.................................................................................................................................... 15
9.2 Site Arrival ......................................................................................................................................... 15
9.3 Site Checks......................................................................................................................................... 15
9.4 Sensor head cable installation (Kiosk/Bollard/Chamber).................................................................. 15
9.5 Sensor head installation onto pipe.................................................................................................... 16
9.6 Sensor head removal......................................................................................................................... 16
9.7 Earth cable installation...................................................................................................................... 17
9.8 Control Unit connection ......................................................................................................................... 18
9.8 Start-up sequence ............................................................................................................................. 19
10. Flow meter connection............................................................................................................................... 20
11. Signal Strength............................................................................................................................................ 22
12. USB Data Removal and Upload................................................................................................................... 22
13. Battery Life ................................................................................................................................................ 23
14. RADAR........................................................................................................................................................ 23
14.1 RADAR Address.................................................................................................................................. 23
14.2 Devices, Sites and Groups ..................................................................................................................... 24
14.3 Remote Device Configurations.............................................................................................................. 24

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15. Transient Sensitivity Adjustment (S3) ....................................................................................................... 28
16. Data Download.......................................................................................................................................... 29
17. Common Problems.................................................................................................................................... 30
18. Further Help and Advice............................................................................................................................ 31

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1. Safe Usage of PIPEMINDER-T
1. Please read these instructions before using PIPEMINDER-T.
2. Retain the instructions and make them available to others who may use PIPEMINDER-T.
3. Follow the instructions when deploying PIPEMINDER-T.
4. Take care when handling PIPEMINDER-T and its battery pack. If it is dropped or damaged please contact
Syrinix for instruction.
5. There are no user serviceable components inside PIPEMINDER-T. In the event of failure, do not attempt
to use the instrument and contact Syrinix for guidance.
6. Use only electrical attachments and accessories supplied by Syrinix. Syrinix cannot be responsible for the
performance of the instrument when used with non-approved parts. A USB cable is provided in the box.
7. Do not place PIPEMINDER-T, accessories or battery pack on or near a heat source.
8. Do not incinerate.
Syrinix hereby declare that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC, R&TTE directive
1999/5/EC and further conforms with the following EU Harmonized Standards:
EN55022:2010
EN55024:2010
EN301 489-7 V1.3.1

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2. Revision History
Document Number
Date
Revision
PT-EN26-001_
02/01/2018
A
PT-EN26-001_
01/03/2018
B
PT-EN26-001_
03/03/2018
C

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3. Primary Functions
Syrinix’s PIPEMINDER-T provides automated monitoring of pressurised water supply pipelines,
including pressure and flow reporting, early stage leak detection/location and real time burst
detection.
A fusion of sensors that include a hydrophone in direct contact with the water and a geophone in
contact with the pipe wall enables PIPEMINDER T to precisely identify small leaks in advance of
becoming catastrophic failures. High resolution pressure monitoring and analysis allows the user to
manage pipeline assets and identify associated risks within their networks. Burst detection alerts
(optional) are also available when utilised with a flow meter (customer supplied).
3.1 Leak Detection
Syrinix PIPEMINDER-T works by acquiring the signal created when the water escapes through the leak
point. The water is moving rapidly, over a small distance (typically the thickness of the pipe wall) from
the high-pressure zone inside the pipe to atmospheric pressure outside the pipe. It is this rapid
transition that creates a signal of sufficient power that, after propagation along the pipeline to the
sensors, can be successfully acquired, processed and analysed. The potential leak is monitored for
seven days by the system. A confidence level is then established to determine the leak likelihood and
the user is issued a warning via Syrinix’s RADAR platform.
3.2 Burst Detection (Optional)
PIPEMINDER-T requires an external flow meter (provided by the customer) for burst detection. When
both flow and pressure signals are available it continuously monitors them for changes characteristic
of a burst. Upon detection of a burst:
•An alert is sent to Syrinix’s RADAR platform;
•A section of flow and pressure data containing the event is sent to Syrinix’s servers.
•Users may also receive Email and SMS alerts if configured.
3.3 Syrinix Severity Score S3
The S3 score is a non-dimensional measure of pressure transient activity calculated within
PIPEMINDER-T itself. Large changes which happen quickly result in a high score, small changes over a
longer period result in a lower score and a continuously stable pressure results in a score of zero. S3 is
a broad measure of transient severity and is related to the energy of the transient event. Oscillatory
pressure waves, therefore, also give higher S3 scores even though their amplitude may not be as high
as an impulsive event.
Tracking and profiling S3 for a particular site over time is a good measure of the pipeline’s transient
activity and readily indicates if the activity level has increased or if mitigation work has been successful
in reducing it.

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4. Specification
GENERAL
Functions
•Automatic leak detection
•Pressure & flow delivery (when used with customer
supplied flow meter)
•Burst detection with real time notification (when used with
customer supplied flow meter)
•Real time pressure transient monitoring (optional)
Support pipe materials
•Cast iron/ductile iron
•Steel
•MDPE & PVC
•Concrete
Interface
•Remote managed alerts (SMS, Email)
Leak detection accuracy
•1 metre (dependant on accuracy of measured sensor
distance)
Operating range
•Typically, 500m up to 750m (subject to site survey and
pipe material)
Sample rates
•Pressure 128S/s (for events, 15-minute summary)
•Flow 1 S/s
Power source
•Rechargeable lithium battery
Operating environment
•-20°C to + 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Cable length (processing unit
to sensor)
•10m (longer distances available subject to testing)
Sensor Head: Part no. 100755
Enclosure
•LG2 M/C Casting
Fitting
•2.5” BSP Gate Valve (other fittings by arrangement)
Dimensions
•155mm (H) x 185mm (Dia) (6.10” x 7.28”) (relative to
centre
of gate-valve for clearance)
Weight
•12 Kg (24.46 lbs)
Environmental rating
•IP68
Control Unit: Part no. 101660
Enclosure
•Housing: Acetal
Dimensions
•108mm x 108mm x 49mm (4.2” x 4.2” x 1.9”)
Weight
•0.95Kg (2lb 1 0z)
Environmental rating
•IP68
Antenna
•External (various options available)
*12V 100AHr Rechargeable Battery: Part no. 101601
Type
•Rechargeable lithium iron phosphate
Voltage
•12V
Enclosure
•Valox
Environmental rating
•IP68
Dimensions
•411 mm x 322 mm x 168 mm (16.2” x 12.7” x 6.6”)
Weight
•13.19 Kg (29lb 1oz)
Charge Time
•10 –12 hrs
Table 1: PIPEMINDER-T Specification

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*Note: More detailed specifications regarding the battery can be found in the Syrinix rechargeable
battery operation and maintenance manual
5. System components
Part no. 100769 Control Unit

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Part no. 100755
Sensor Head
Part No. 100183
Sensor Head O Ring
Part no. 101610
Battery to control unit 2 meter lead
Part no. 100964
Dual antenna bracket
Part no. 101601
12V 100Ah Rechargeable battery
Part no. 100170
USB lead
Part no. 101602
12V 10A Battery charger
Part no. 100819
GPS/GPRS Antenna 3 metre lead
Part no. 100024
Magnetic wand
Part no. 100444
21/2” BSP to 2” NPT adaptor
(North America only)
Part no. 100781
Battery/Flow combo unit

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6. SIM Installation and Configuration
•PIPEMINDER-T Units provided with a SIM card data plan will not require SIM installation and
configuration upon initial receipt and will be ready to deploy immediately.
•All users who have a requirement to install a new or replacement SIM card please refer to Chapter
6.1 before deployment.
6.1 To install the SIM card:
If you are fitting your own SIM card, then the SIM installation and configuration procedure must be
followed before your PM-T can be deployed.
Before starting you will need:
•Small cross-head screwdriver;
•Standard size SIM card;
•APN, Username and Password information for SIM card;
•Mini USB lead (supplied).
Steps (refer to Figure 3.)
1. Remove the SIM cover on the rear of PIPEMINDER-T;
2. Slide the metal cover to unlock the hinge-type SIM holder;
3. Pull SIM holder upwards
4. Insert the SIM card into the hinged part of the SIM holder following orientation shown in Figure 3.
5. Close and lock the SIM card holder by folding down and sliding the clip back, replace SIM cover.
IMPORTANT:
•Failure to fit the SIM cover and O-Ring correctly can result in water ingress and
damage to PIPEMINDER-T;
•The screws retaining the SIM cover are into plastic threads, do not over tighten.

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7. To configure PIPEMINDER-T to use the SIM card:
1. Log on to the RADAR at https://radar.syrinix.com using your username and password.
2. Ensure that the side bar is visible by clicking the symbol
3. Download and install Syrinix Device Manager from the Help and Resources section
4. Select the device that you wish to configure from the Select a Device drop down box
5. Click on the Manage tab from the menu across the top of the page
6. Enter the APN settings (APN Address, Username and Password) and click Save Configuration
7. Click Download Config File at the top of the page and save the file to your desktop
8. Start Syrinix Device Manager
9. Connect the USB lead to the PIPEMINDER-T and PC
10. In Syrinix Device Manager select the Manage Device tab
11. Select the device from the Select Device… dropdown
12. Expand the Update Configuration section and click Update Configuration
13. Select the file that was downloaded in step 7
14. “Mission file updated successfully” should be display
15. Disconnect battery and USB lead
Figure 3. SIM Installation

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Figure 4: TRM Config Application
Figure 5: Configuration editor on RADAR

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8. Site selection
8.1 Pipe side requirements
PIPEMINDER-T requires a physical tapping on to the main. The simplest installation uses a 2 1/2" BSP
gate-valve directly installed on the crown of the main. Other fittings are possible using adaptors but
should be cleared by Syrinix prior to installation.
Clearance around the gate-valve: A (horizontal, plan) diameter of 220mm from the centre of the
valve is the absolute minimum but 280mm is recommended for easier handling.
Clearance above the mating surface of the gate valve: minimum 190mm.
Position of the gate-valve: The gate-valve must be on the crown of the main, the thread and mating
surface of the valve must be level, tolerance +/-6 degrees. A horizontal (at the 3-oclock position
configuration is also available, but require changes to the standard configuration and must be
notified to Syrinix at time of Order.
The lead from the sensor head is approximately 10m long.
Once the sensor head installation is complete the unit is submersible (1.5m for 2 weeks continuous).
The installation should be carried out in dry conditions. If the installation site is known to exceed
these submersible parameters, then Syrinix should be notified at date of order.
Figure 6: Typical Installation
Option 2: Antenna routed to an external
mounting point

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8.2 Kiosk Bollard and utility chamber requirements
Each PIPEMINDER-T sensor head has an accompanying enclosure to house the System components
and rechargeable battery unit.
The requirements below are quite general with only the following specific requirements.
In the case of bollard installations, the equipment is installed off site onto the steel mounting plate
and delivered to site as a complete unit to be mounted on the pre-constructed base.
In the case of a kiosk installation, or utility chamber, then these should be made of a material
transparent to radio for the GPS receiver, 3G-system. If a metal kiosk/chamber is essential,
then arrangements must be made to house the antennas outside the metal enclosure.
By default, the PIPEMINDER-T system battery is provided in a ruggedized Peli Case
solution, with the control unit and sensor head as separate components. The waterproof
kiosk or utility chamber should be of sufficient size to accommodate both the rechargeable
battery case, control unit and if located in the same chamber the sensor head also.
Figure 7: PIPEMINDER-T Sensor Head

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9. Installation
9.1 Pre-Requisites
A survey of the water main has been completed and the distances between PIPEMINDER-T
installation sites has been verified by the owner of the trunk main or his designated contractor.
•Chamber of sufficient depth to accommodate the installation and equipped with a valve
fitted to the pipe suitable for the PIPEMINDER-T sensor head.
•Main chamber, roadside utility chamber, cabinet or bollard for the control system
•Cable Conduit between Sensor Head Chamber and utility chamber
•Good 3G Signal
•Good GPS Signal
9.2 Site Arrival
Before starting the installation please make note of the following information:
•Chamber Reference
•Site Address
•Main Size
•Main Material
•Enter your name
•Record the Date
•Pairing Information
9.3 Site Checks
Perform the following checks prior to installing the equipment and make note of the results:
•Check Cellular signal
•Check GPS signal
If any of the above checks fail, then the system should not be deployed. This should be
reported to the designated prime contractor or Syrinix technical support for further advice.
9.4 Sensor head cable installation (Kiosk/Bollard/Chamber)
1. Using the rope pull the Cable through the cable conduit between the Chamber and the
Kiosk/bollard or chamber.
2. The cable should protrude 0.5m above ground level to enable connections to be made.
3. Any excess cable that cannot be lost in the conduit must be coiled and securely tied to the
side of the chamber. (Cable provided in 10 M lengths as standard)

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9.5 Sensor head installation onto pipe
1. Before starting the Sensor Head installation, record the Sensor Head serial number and store
details in safe location
2. Fit ‘O’ Ring seal (located in plastic bag taped to box) into the groove on the base of the Sensor
Head. You will need a wipe of silicone grease to seat it securely.
3. PTFE tape the thread on the Sensor Head.
4. Crack the gate valve and use the water flow to clean the valve area and particularly the mating
surface. There must be no grit or loose particles. Close the valve.
5. Chlorine spray the mating areas of the sensor head and the gate valve in accordance with local
practice. Pay particular attention to the inside cavity of the PIPEMINDER-T head but take care
not to physically bump the hydrophone sensor element.
6. Screw the Sensor Head into the gate valve. Wearing rigger gloves, the Head only needs to be
hand tightened.
7. Open the valve allowing water into the Sensor Head cavity.
8. Using a 17mm spanner open the Bleed Screw ONE TURN ONLY: DO NOT REMOVE THE SCREW
COMPLETELY allowing trapped air to be bled from the Pressure Chamber until only water
escapes from the bleed hole. Re-tighten Bleed Screw. NOTE nip-tighten sufficiently to stop all
water flow and drips from the bleed screw. Over-tightening will damage the unit.
9. Check all seals for any leaks and rectify if required.
10. Connect the earth lead, which forms part of the TT-Earth system of the chamber, to the Sensor
Head, see section 8.
9.6 Sensor head removal
1. Close the gate valve
2. Open the air bleed screw –do not remove it
3. Remove the head from the valve. If the head is very tight, a large stilson may be used –alternatively,
Syrinix can supply a special purpose spanner for removal.
4. Take care that the gate valve is not unscrewed from the pipe with the sensor head.
5. Take special care when handling the sensor head as it is heavy and may be slippery due to being wet.

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9.7 Earth cable installation
1. The earth cable used should be of sufficient cross-section to provide a low impedance path to the
earthing point.
2. Once the sensor head is correctly fitted remove the earth cable securing bolt as shown. Figure 8.
3. The earth cable should be terminated in an M6 eye tag; this is fitted to the securing bolt as shown.
Figure 9.
4. Replace the bolt and tighten using an appropriate socket. Do not over tighten as the screw thread in
the sensor head could be damaged. Figure 10.

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9.8 Control Unit connection
1. Place the rechargeable battery case horizontally at the bottom of the chamber/kiosk with the lid
uppermost.
2. Remove dust cover, then connect battery lead to rechargeable battery case.
3. Connect GPS/Cellular antenna directly to the control unit via two connectors as marked on case.
Dependant on the installation environment the antenna should ideally be installed externally to
chamber/kiosk*.
4. Connect the sensor head to the control unit as marked on the case.
5. Connect the battery lead to the control unit to power on the control unit.
6. Wait for start-up sequence to complete, refer to Chapter 9.9 Start-up sequence.
GPS
GPRS
Battery
Sensor Head

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*Note: It is essential that PIPEMINDER-T are installed such that a daily GPS signal can be acquired as
this is used to precisely time-synchronise the data acquisition. Without a successful GPS lock prior to
data acquisition, any data acquired cannot be used for further processing and analysis. It is
recommended that a survey for GPS signal is performed before installation.
PIPEMINDER-T requires reliable 3G signal strength to allow for the transmission of data to and from
Syrinix’s cloud-based RADAR platform. It is recommended that a survey is performed to establish
cellular strength prior to installation and where possible the antenna should be located above ground
in clear site of the sky.
When locating in a chamber consider the use of radio transparent covers or similar solutions as metal
covers can have an adverse effect on cellular and GPS signals.
9.8 Start-up sequence
1. During start up the screen will display the following messages
2. Once start up sequence is complete the screen will go blank please validate deployment on the RADAR
cloud based platform.

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10. Flow meter connection
PIPEMINDER-T requires an external flow meter (provided by the customer) for burst detection. When
both flow and pressure signals are available it continuously monitors them for changes characteristic of a
burst. Upon detection of a burst:
•An SMS alert is sent to the configured mobile number;
•A section of flow and pressure data containing the event is sent to Syrinix’s servers.
PIPEMINDER-T can indicate whether the burst is upstream or downstream of the installed location.
The flow meter inputs share an 8 way connector with the power input, a breakout box (Figure 8) is used
to make the connections.
Cable Colour
Function
Green
Signal Ground and Battery Negative
Red
Battery Positive
Blue
Pulse Input 2: Direction or Reverse Pulses (internal pull up)
White
RS232 Tx
Yellow
Do not connect.
Grey
Alarm Input: Alarm Signal (internal pull up)
Pink
Pulse Input 1: Pulses or Forward Pulses (internal pull up)
Brown
RS232 Rx
Table 2: Flow meter connections
.
Figure 8: Flow Meter Breakout Box