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.