Water and wastewater facilities face increasing pressure to maintain constant oversight, ensure regulatory compliance, and prevent environmental contamination. Continuous monitoring of pumps, flow rates, tank levels and equipment performance is essential, but traditional systems often fall short.
Modern wastewater monitoring equipment can be remotely monitored, so operators can view conditions in real time, receive automatic alerts, and respond faster to issues without constant on-site supervision. These capabilities improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and support reliable, compliant facility operations.
Why Traditional Monitoring Systems Fall Short
Many older treatment plants rely on software-based monitoring platforms running on legacy hardware. These systems are costly to maintain, difficult to scale and prone to failure due to:
- Computer or hardware breakdowns
- Software updates and licensing requirements
- Power outages and network issues
- Communication limitations with SCADA, PLC, or HMI systems
In addition, many facilities still depend on analog auto dialers as backup alerting tools. As telecom providers phase out copper phone lines, auto dialers have become expensive, unreliable, and incompatible with modern Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT ) environments.
IIoT and Cloud-Based Wastewater Monitoring Equipment
To overcome these limitations, wastewater facilities are transitioning to cloud-based wastewater monitoring equipment built on IIoT technology. These systems provide centralized, real-time monitoring across single or multiple sites without the complexity of traditional software platforms.
Cloud-based monitoring is especially valuable for critical infrastructure such as lift stations and pumping stations, where early detection of failures helps prevent overflows, environmental damage and regulatory fines. With 24/7 remote access, operators can identify issues quickly and respond proactively, even with limited staff resources.
Sentinel PRO Wastewater Monitoring Equipment
The Sentinel PRO monitoring system provides a comprehensive IIoT solution designed specifically for water and wastewater applications. It provides real-time monitoring and control at a fraction of the cost of traditional software-based systems, while eliminating the need for backup auto dialers or complex infrastructure.Key features include:
- Centralized monitoring across multiple facilities
- Instant alerts via email, text, or voice
- Secure access from any PC or mobile device
- Automatic data logging with built-in trend analysis
The Sentinel PRO system integrates seamlessly with existing SCADA and PLC systems via Modbus and supports third-party sensors, transducers, and PLCs. Remote system management is available through Ethernet or cellular connectivity.
Reliable Monitoring, Security and Data Storage
The Sentinel PRO system continuously collects real-time sensor data from field equipment and securely transmits it to the cloud. A single system can monitor up to 64 Modbus registers and 12 digital or analog inputs, covering conditions such as:- Pumps, power, and tank levels
- Flow, pressure, and temperature
- Humidity and leak detectionT
The system features supervised connectivity that triggers alerts if communication is lost, while continuing to store data locally to prevent information loss. Built on a secure, redundant cloud infrastructure, Sentinel PRO ensures high availability, data integrity, and long-term reliability.
Historical data is stored indefinitely, enabling trend analysis and predictive maintenance without manual recordkeeping or additional hardware.
Smarter Wastewater Operations with Cloud Monitoring
Cloud-based water and wastewater monitoring equipment is essential for modern treatment operations, particularly for facilities managing multiple sites or remote assets. Compared to outdated software-based systems, cloud solutions offer greater scalability, real-time visibility, and operational resilience.
The Sentinel PRO system empowers wastewater operators with continuous oversight, actionable data, and remote access, helping facilities respond faster, optimize performance, and manage infrastructure more efficiently.
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