Electro Scan Announces New Products for Sewer Pipeline Evaluation
Posted: 2012-1-24
Electro Scan Inc. today announced the availability of the ES-38TM for Sewer
Laterals. The ES-38TM is the first in a series of next generation sewer
evaluation products for plumbers and sewer utilities to identify and quantify
pipe defects that cause leaks. The ES-38TM is designed for sewer laterals from
3" to 8" in diameter. The company also announced its companion Smartphone
app and Critical SewersTM cloud computing Software as a Service (SaaS)
application.
The first automated solution that finds all defects that cause leaks, supported
by Smartphone and Cloud Computing apps.
"I’m delighted to introduce such an innovative technology," states Chuck
Hansen, CEO of Electro Scan Inc. "Plumbers and sewer utilities have traditionally
used closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to inspect sewers. Unfortunately,
CCTV relies on subjective visual observations which are unreliable in finding
leaks. In contrast, Electro Scan Inc.’s proprietary technology automatically finds
leaks by measuring the variation of electricity passing through a pipe’s wall to
locate cracks, fractures, defective joints, and faulty taps. If a pipe leaks water,
it leaks electricity, too!"
Electro Scan Inc. products uniquely identify all pipe defects that leak. As a
result, sewer utilities and plumbers can accurately locate all defects that cause
leaks, certify that relined pipes and repairs are leak-free, and help eliminate
costly upgrades to trunk line, storage, and treatment plants.
Key features of the ES-38™ for Sewer Laterals include:
Push Rod– Only needs access to a sewer clean out
One-Man Operation – A straight forward operation
Intelligent Data – Eliminates data interpretation or judgment, i.e., no visual
observations required
Minimal Set-Up & Operation – Takes about 30 minutes to electro scan 100 feet
of sewer lateral
Automated Reporting – Displays on smartphone or outputs to ruggedized
printer via Bluetooth®
Transmits Data to the Cloud – Critical SewersTM allows office personnel to
review up-to-the-minute scan results from the field to bid repairs
"We were delighted that the recently conducted U.S. EPA-sponsored field
demonstration showed that sewer electro scan technology is more effective
than CCTV at finding and quantifying defects that leak," stated Rob Harris,
Electro Scan Inc.’s Chief Scientist. "We have designed our products to comply
with the Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F2550-06 and are
proud to begin offering products and services that will spearhead the next
generation in sewer leak detection."
Currently, the State of California requires all residential properties and
commercial businesses be properly connected to a sewer main, prior to the
close of escrow. Some utilities test a seller’s sewer lateral by using air or water
pressure tests to determine whether a property owner’s sewer lateral has leaks.
In the case of a ‘failed’ test result, utilities have been unable to tell property
owners and realtors the exact location and severity of leaks.
Electro Scan Inc. provides a detailed analysis of a sewer lateral helping plumbers
and property owners determine whether all or part of a sewer pipe needs
replacement or repair; a difference of several thousand dollars.
The ES-38TM for Sewer Laterals has a retail price of $9,750, including the ES-
38TM Air Push Rod.
"I apologize for the disruption that Electro Scan will likely cause," stated Chuck
Hansen. "Overhauling and replacing outdated support systems is always a
difficult task. But, we’ve worked hard to prepare a seamless roadmap to help
make a successful transition. Make sure you visit our website to download a
copy of various case studies and published papers that feature electro scan
technology, including a copy of the EPA Field Demonstration Report, that show
electro scan technologies to be 3 to 5 times more effective than CCTV
inspection. You may never buy another CCTV camera again."
Laterals. The ES-38TM is the first in a series of next generation sewer
evaluation products for plumbers and sewer utilities to identify and quantify
pipe defects that cause leaks. The ES-38TM is designed for sewer laterals from
3" to 8" in diameter. The company also announced its companion Smartphone
app and Critical SewersTM cloud computing Software as a Service (SaaS)
application.
The first automated solution that finds all defects that cause leaks, supported
by Smartphone and Cloud Computing apps.
"I’m delighted to introduce such an innovative technology," states Chuck
Hansen, CEO of Electro Scan Inc. "Plumbers and sewer utilities have traditionally
used closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to inspect sewers. Unfortunately,
CCTV relies on subjective visual observations which are unreliable in finding
leaks. In contrast, Electro Scan Inc.’s proprietary technology automatically finds
leaks by measuring the variation of electricity passing through a pipe’s wall to
locate cracks, fractures, defective joints, and faulty taps. If a pipe leaks water,
it leaks electricity, too!"
Electro Scan Inc. products uniquely identify all pipe defects that leak. As a
result, sewer utilities and plumbers can accurately locate all defects that cause
leaks, certify that relined pipes and repairs are leak-free, and help eliminate
costly upgrades to trunk line, storage, and treatment plants.
Key features of the ES-38™ for Sewer Laterals include:
Push Rod– Only needs access to a sewer clean out
One-Man Operation – A straight forward operation
Intelligent Data – Eliminates data interpretation or judgment, i.e., no visual
observations required
Minimal Set-Up & Operation – Takes about 30 minutes to electro scan 100 feet
of sewer lateral
Automated Reporting – Displays on smartphone or outputs to ruggedized
printer via Bluetooth®
Transmits Data to the Cloud – Critical SewersTM allows office personnel to
review up-to-the-minute scan results from the field to bid repairs
"We were delighted that the recently conducted U.S. EPA-sponsored field
demonstration showed that sewer electro scan technology is more effective
than CCTV at finding and quantifying defects that leak," stated Rob Harris,
Electro Scan Inc.’s Chief Scientist. "We have designed our products to comply
with the Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F2550-06 and are
proud to begin offering products and services that will spearhead the next
generation in sewer leak detection."
Currently, the State of California requires all residential properties and
commercial businesses be properly connected to a sewer main, prior to the
close of escrow. Some utilities test a seller’s sewer lateral by using air or water
pressure tests to determine whether a property owner’s sewer lateral has leaks.
In the case of a ‘failed’ test result, utilities have been unable to tell property
owners and realtors the exact location and severity of leaks.
Electro Scan Inc. provides a detailed analysis of a sewer lateral helping plumbers
and property owners determine whether all or part of a sewer pipe needs
replacement or repair; a difference of several thousand dollars.
The ES-38TM for Sewer Laterals has a retail price of $9,750, including the ES-
38TM Air Push Rod.
"I apologize for the disruption that Electro Scan will likely cause," stated Chuck
Hansen. "Overhauling and replacing outdated support systems is always a
difficult task. But, we’ve worked hard to prepare a seamless roadmap to help
make a successful transition. Make sure you visit our website to download a
copy of various case studies and published papers that feature electro scan
technology, including a copy of the EPA Field Demonstration Report, that show
electro scan technologies to be 3 to 5 times more effective than CCTV
inspection. You may never buy another CCTV camera again."
