Accurate, real-time measurement for optimized water treatment processes
Water and wastewater operators are under constant pressure to keep processes running reliably and efficiently while meeting tightening regulatory requirements. Aging instrumentation, limited process insight and difficult-to-measure assets make this increasingly challenging.
Whether you are managing municipal water systems, wastewater treatment processes or stormwaters, Emerson provides robust, reliable measurement solutions that help reduce maintenance, improve system performance and ensure confidence in your operations.
- Measure level, flow, pressure and water quality with precision
- Reduce downtime caused by legacy instrumentation failures
- Monitor remote assets without shutdowns or need for site access
- Maintain compliance with continuous, auditable measurement data
- Meet sustainability goals through greater operational efficiency
Water and Wastewater Solutions
Optimize your water management with Emerson's complete range of level solutions. Ensure compliance with regulations and enhance sustainability at your water treatment plant while preventing overflows with maintenance-free instrumentation and calibration-free devices. Reduce operational costs and manual rounds with robust, reliable instruments designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions.
Product Applications
Level Measurement
Level Measurement for Filtration in Drinking Water Operations
Level Measurement for Process Basins
Level Measurement for Stormwater Retention Ponds
Level Measurement in Lift or Pump Stations
Level Measurement for Sludge Applications
Level Measurement for Open Channel Flow
Level Measurement in Equalization tanks
Level Measurement in Sludge Disposal Processes
Level Measurement in Pumping Stations
Level Measurement in Storage Tanks
Level Measurement in Chlorine Storage Tanks
Level Measurement in Water Tanks
Level Measurement in Water Towers
Level Measurement in Plastic Storage Tanks
Level Measurement in Sewerage systems
Level Measurement in IBC totes or Plastic Tanks
Level Measurement for Grease Traps
Level Measurement in Solids Containers
Level Measurement for Seawater
Level Measurement for Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)
Level Measurement for Water Screening
Level Measurement for Sump Pits and Septic Tanks
Level Measurement for Wastewater Collection Tanks
Level Measurement in Sludge Gravity Thickeners
Level Measurement in Sludge Drying Bed
Level Measurement in Dissolved Air Flotation Systems
Level Measurement in Sludge Silos
Level Measurement in Sludge Tanks
Frequently Asked Questions
The right flow technology for water and wastewater depends on accuracy, installation constraints, process conditions, and whether process shutdown is possible. Emerson’s Rosemount magnetic flowmeters provide high‑accuracy inline measurement, while Flexim clamp‑on ultrasonic meters enable non‑intrusive installation. Together, they allow operators to improve data quality, upgrade measurement points, and maintain operations without process disruption.
The difference is that inline magnetic flowmeters such as Emerson’s Rosemount 8750W measure flow of a conductive liquid/ slurry inside the pipe, while clamp‑on ultrasonic flowmeters measure externally without contact. Rosemount magnetic flowmeters enable high‑accuracy, continuous and permanent measurement, while Flexim clamp‑on meters provide non‑intrusive, drift‑free measurement and can support additional measurements such as temperature. They facilitate temporary troubleshooting and portable diagnostics without interrupting service.
Lift stations and sewer systems must withstand challenging environments while providing continuous visibility into changing conditions. Emerson’s portfolio includes non-contacting radar level measurement, robust pressure transmitters, and accurate flow measurement solutions designed to support reliable operation in wastewater and pumping applications.
By combining dependable field instrumentation with real-time measurement data, these technologies reduce common failure points. They provide real-time data instead of alarm-only insights and enable operators to better control pumping, prevent overflows, and improve system reliability.
Reducing water loss and improving efficiency relies on having accurate, continuous measurement across the treatment process and distribution network. Emerson’s flow, level, and pressure instrumentation provides the real-time data needed to understand system performance, balance flows, identify losses and optimize plant control.
Rosemount magnetic flow meters and Flexim ultrasonic clamp-on flow meters help operators improve water accountability, reduce non-revenue water and make faster, more informed operational decisions.
Consistent monitoring of key parameters such as pH, conductivity, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, and disinfectant levels is essential for maintaining process stability, water quality and compliance. Emerson’s Rosemount liquid analysis solutions provide continuous measurement with advanced diagnostics for reliable performance in drinking water and wastewater treatment applications.
By moving from periodic sampling to continuous process visibility, operators can optimize compliance, reduce operational risk, detect process changes earlier, and support more effective process control.
Modern instrumentation supports remote monitoring by providing real-time access to process conditions and device health, reducing manual inspections and improving response time. Emerson measurement technologies enable this through advanced diagnostics, digital communications, and wireless connectivity. Rosemount magnetic flowmeters offer Smart Meter Verification, while Flexim clamp‑on meters provide Advanced Meter Verification, allowing in‑situ checks without interrupting service or removing devices.
The most common causes of inaccurate flow or level measurement are ageing instruments, build-up, poor installation, and changing process conditions such as temperature fluctuations, vapour, condensation, or wind. Emerson addresses these issues with Rosemount non-contacting radar such as the Rosemount 1208 Level and Flow Transmitter and Flexim clamp-on flowmeters such as the Flexim FLUXUS 731 WD , which reduce fouling, maintain stable measurement in harsh environments, and allow installation without interrupting service.
