Waterworks

UpAir

Smart Air Valve Monitoring for Water Transmission Pipelines

UpAir is an advanced IoT monitoring device that provides real-time visibility into the hydraulic behavior of water pipelines. Installed directly on existing air valves without pipeline modifications, it continuously monitors pressure dynamics and valve performance. Combining high-resolution sensing with secure cloud connectivity, UpAir detects water hammer, trapped air, vacuum conditions, and air-valve malfunctions before they become pipeline failures or supply disruptions. This comprehensive, data-driven approach lets utilities predict failures, minimize pipeline fatigue, and significantly improve operational safety.
Technical Specifications

Size Unit

Internal sensors

Leakage

Tilt/ Tamper

Pressure Range (-1 to 20 bar)

Optional sensor connectors

Digital I/O, Analog I/O

Data visualization & reports

Graph analysis, dashboards, statistical reports

Mobile application

Device commissioning, maintenance, and data visibility

Security

Two-factor authentication (2FA), Microsoft security infrastructure

Battery life

Up to 5 years

Enclosure protection

IP68

Features and Benefits

High-speed transient detection
  • High-frequency pressure sampling (up to 100 Hz / 120 Hz) captures fast transients and short-duration anomalies that traditional systems miss
Real-time analytics & smart alerts
  • Custom push notifications and automatic event reports provide clear statistics, speeding up troubleshooting and helping teams optimize maintenance
Universal valve retrofitting & leak detection
  • Configurable leak sensitivity detection easily retrofits onto all types of air valves (from 1" to 6") to instantly identify operational issues
Distributed pressure insight
  • Multiple UpAir units installed along the pipeline enable highly accurate pressure comparisons across different network locations
Long battery life & low maintenance
  • The internal lithium battery has a lifespan of up to five years, enabling long-term event-based transmission and optimized power management
Robust security & physical integrity
  • Real-time tilt and tamper alerts flag unauthorized access or accidental interference, backed by two-factor authentication (2FA) and Microsoft security infrastructure