scholarly journals Analysis of Water Losses and Assessment of Initiatives Aimed at Their Reduction in Selected Water Supply Systems

Water ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 1037 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Ociepa ◽  
Maciej Mrowiec ◽  
Iwona Deska
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
International Standards ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Water Supply Networks ◽  
Loss Index ◽  
Water Meters

This paper presents the analysis and assessment of water losses in water distribution systems of three water supply companies operating water supply networks in the area of effect of underground mining. The analysis of water losses was conducted based on numerous indices allowing for obtaining objective information on the condition of the water supply system. The method of the analysis of percentage water loss index was extended by the methods of determination of losses according to the International Water Association. The results of the analysis lead to the conclusion that with regular actions, the companies have reduced water losses in recent years to a level considered to be good compared to national data and average compared to international standards. The value of the failure intensity index for all companies in 2011 was over 1.0 while currently it is about 0.5. The decrease in Non-Revenue Water basic loss index (NRWB) from more than 20% for all analysed companies in 2008 to a few percent in 2017 and the decrease in Infrastructure Leakage Index (ILI) for companies A and C to less than 2.0 are evidence of the good condition of the network. This is also confirmed by the unit water loss index per capita, with its value in 2017 being 9.1 dm3/(inhabitant day) for company A, 11 dm3/(inhabitant·day) for B and 7.4 dm3/(inhabitant·day) for C. The several years of analysis and evaluation of numerous indices of water loss presented in the paper reveals the effectiveness of the adopted strategies of reducing leakages in the distribution system. It should be emphasized that the analysed companies have been involved in comprehensive initiatives aimed at reducing water leakages, resulting in a substantial reduction in water losses. GIS monitoring systems and databases are particularly helpful in reducing water losses. The basis of the activities is monitoring of flow and pressure in water supply networks and active leakage control. Network zoning with simultaneous observation of minimum night-time flows allows for preliminary location of the failure. Equipping companies with special leakage detection devices such as geophones, stethophones or correlators enables quick detection of leakages. The next step is to replace water meters with more and more accurate ones and to implement radio reading of water meters. All analysed companies perform systematic replacement of old steel and cast iron pipes which cause a large number of leakages that are often difficult to identify, thus leading to water losses.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF DRINKING WATER CONSUMPTION AND LOSS. THE CASE OF WATER SUPPLY NETWORKS WITH LOW LEVEL COUNTING (BISKRA - ALGERIA)

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-168 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachid Masmoudi ◽  
Ahmed Kettab ◽  
Bernard Brémond
Keyword(s):  
Drinking Water ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Domestic Water ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Water Supply Networks ◽  
Water Meters ◽  
Supply Systems

Demand for drinking domestic water is continuously increasing specially in urban centres which experience high demographic expansion. The decrease of water losses in water supply networks can help preserve such a rare resource. Low number of water meters and intermittent supply make it difficult to quantify the leaking volumes of water. This article presents an analysis of the consumption for drinking water based on an extrapolation from a sample of consumers on whom data are available. Comparison of the volumes of water produced allows a determination of the losses in the water supply system. This analysis is completed by measurements of night flows. The results obtained may be relied on for an evaluation of the needs for drinking water in the South of Algeria, and for future regional development. The study indicates a high rate of water losses in the distribution network, reaching about 40%, and over-consumption due to an insufficient number of water meters and discontinuous supply. It is recommended that water meters come into general use and defective parts of the network are rehabilitated. We will try then to make the necessary recommendations in order to better functioning of the water supply systems in Algeria.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF DRINKING WATER CONSUMPTION AND LOSS. THE CASE OF WATER SUPPLY NETWORKS WITH LOW LEVEL COUNTING (BISKRA - ALGERIA)

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-168
Author(s):  
Rachid Masmoudi ◽  
Ahmed Kettab ◽  
Bernard Brémond
Keyword(s):  
Drinking Water ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Domestic Water ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Water Supply Networks ◽  
Water Meters ◽  
Supply Systems

Demand for drinking domestic water is continuously increasing specially in urban centres which experience high demographic expansion. The decrease of water losses in water supply networks can help preserve such a rare resource. Low number of water meters and intermittent supply make it difficult to quantify the leaking volumes of water. This article presents an analysis of the consumption for drinking water based on an extrapolation from a sample of consumers on whom data are available. Comparison of the volumes of water produced allows a determination of the losses in the water supply system. This analysis is completed by measurements of night flows. The results obtained may be relied on for an evaluation of the needs for drinking water in the South of Algeria, and for future regional development. The study indicates a high rate of water losses in the distribution network, reaching about 40%, and over-consumption due to an insufficient number of water meters and discontinuous supply. It is recommended that water meters come into general use and defective parts of the network are rehabilitated. We will try then to make the necessary recommendations in order to better functioning of the water supply systems in Algeria.

scholarly journals Assessment of water loss level on the example of selected distribution systems

2018 ◽  
Vol 44 ◽  
pp. 00131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Ociepa ◽  
Robert Molik ◽  
Joanna Lach
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Production And Distribution ◽  
Average Water ◽  
Non Revenue Water ◽  
Continuous Actions ◽  
Very High

One of the major problems of waterworks is the excessive failure of distribution systems and associated water leaks. Water losses in water supply networks and systems are often a very high percentage of water supplied into the network. Therefore, a comprehensive analysis and assessment of water losses should be the basis for undertaking modernisation efforts to reduce the costs associated with water production and distribution. The article presents the analysis of water losses performed on the basis of data provided by the Water Supply and Sewerage Company in Radomsko. The data comprised the information on the water supply infrastructure and quantitative water balance for the period of 2010–2015. Based on the data, the following water loss indices were calculated: the percentage water loss (PWS) or non revenue water (NRW) index, real loss basic (RLB), non revenue water basic index (NRWB), unavoidable annual real losses (UARL) and infrastructure leakage index (ILI). The obtained results demonstrate that due to continuous actions in the recent years the Water Supply and Sewerage Company in Radomsko has reduced the water loss to the levels that correspond to the average water loss on national and international levels.

Energy recovery potential using micro hydropower in water supply networks in the UK and Ireland

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 552-560 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucy Corcoran ◽  
Paul Coughlan ◽  
Aonghus McNabola
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Energy Recovery ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Water Service ◽  
Water Supply Networks ◽  
The Uk

The supply and treatment of water is a highly energy intensive process, resulting in large amounts of greenhouse gas emissions as well as incurring large economic costs. Both governments and water service providers worldwide recognise the need for more sustainable water supply systems. In recent years, the use of hydropower turbines within water supply networks has been shown as a viable option for electricity generation. Energy can be recovered in water supply networks at locations of excessively high flow or pressure without loss in the level of service to consumers. The control of pressure to prevent burst pipes and to maintain a reliable water supply service is a top priority for water service providers. This paper presents the results of an analysis of the potential of hydropower energy recovery within water distribution systems in the UK and Ireland. Pressure and flow data were analysed to determine the extent of the potential for energy recovery. The effect of flow rate variation on turbine selection and efficiency was investigated, as well as investment payback period. It was concluded that the sustainability of water supply can be improved through the implementation of small-scale hydropower turbines within water supply networks.

scholarly journals The information and computing complex “ANGARA-VS” for end-to-end modeling of water supply systems when developing development schemes, scheduling modes, and dispatching management

2018 ◽  
Vol 212 ◽  
pp. 06001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Alexeev ◽  
Nikolay Novitsky
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Supply Networks ◽  
Water Supply Networks ◽  
Management And Development ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
End To End ◽  
Supply Systems ◽  
Operational Modes

The paper presents a brief description of the problems of making technological decisions to manage the development and functioning of water supply networks in conditions of territorial, structural, and temporal disconnection of the decision-making processes at WKX enterprises. An approach to overcome such problems is proposed, based on the application of end-to-end modeling technologies and a single information space of the enterprise based on the application of the ANGARA-VS information and computing complex. Its brief characteristics and functions are given. The experience of automation of development of operational modes and dispatching management and development of perspective schemes of water supply in Municipal Unitary Enterprise "Vodokanal", Irkutsk.

scholarly journals Water Loss Analysis as an Element of Operation Management of Water Supply System

2019 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-77
Author(s):  
Jakub Żywiec ◽  
Barbara Tchórzewska-Cieślak
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Technical Condition ◽  
Supply System ◽  
Water Supply System ◽  
International Standards ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Safety Level ◽  
Water Supply Company

Abstract The aim of the study was an cause and effect analysis of water losses in the collective water supply system of the city located in south-eastern Poland. The exploitation data provided by the water supply company from 2012 - 2016 was used for the analysis. The study uses the recommendations of the IWA (International Water Association) for the water balance making and determination of water loss indicators. The values of water loss indicators were compared to international standards and the technical condition of the network was determined. In addition, failure rate analysis of the water supply network was performed based on the failure rate index λ. Based on the performed analysis, it was found that the water supply company should consider renovation or replacement of the main network pipelines to increase the safety level of water supply, reduce the amount of water losses and the company exploitation costs.

scholarly journals Investigation of Water Loss from Pipes Located in Various Relief Features of Iaşi County

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 171-179
Author(s):  
Ștefania Chirica ◽  
Mihail Luca ◽  
Iustina Lateș
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Geographic Area ◽  
Supply System ◽  
Water Supply System ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Functional Features ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Water losses are present in all water supply system pipes. Their parameters and value vary depending on the constructional and functional features of the pipes (diameter, material, pressure, embedding environment, location, position etc.). The phenomenon is present in all water supply systems networks in Romania as well as globally. The water supply pipes within the regional water supply system are located in areas with diversified relief, from plateaus and hills to plains. The studies and researches were carried out in the geographical placement area of the Timişeşti-Iaşi pipeline. The geographic area studied is enclosed in Siret and Prut hydrographic basins. The paper aims to establish a correlation between the detection methods of water leaks from pipes and the areal relief features in Iaşi County. At the same time, it is highlighted the impact of the variation of the geographical relief characteristics on the water loss management on different type of pipes.

scholarly journals Measures for reduction of the water losses in the distribution network: a case study on the municipality of Altônia/PR

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Vitor Alécio Sevilha Gorzoni ◽  
Priscila Pini Pereira ◽  
Sandro Rogerio Lautenschlager ◽  
Cristhiane Michiko Passos Okawa
Keyword(s):  
Water Supply ◽  
Water Loss ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
Water Supply Management ◽  
Periodic Maintenance ◽  
Distribution Process ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Water Meters

The water losses management provides cost reduction for sanitation companies and, thus, for the treated and distributed water’s final users. In the face of the recent episodes of hydric crisis in the state of São Paulo, it is essential to have a good water supply management system, which includes controlling the water loss volume in the system. The easiest way to manage this control is based on the water balance, in other words, calculating the difference between the distributed volume and the volume measured in the consumption units. This work presents one case study at the municipality of Altônia, in Paraná, where the continuous expansion of the water supply system has led to the increase of the water loss volume on the distribution process. The municipality has chosen procedures as the appropriate and periodic maintenance of the network, installation of new water meters and pressure reduction valves and the monitoring of leakages with mechanical tools. Thus, it was possible to reduce the water loss volume by half.

From energy balance to energy efficiency indicators including water losses

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 889-895 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Lenzi ◽  
C. Bragalli ◽  
A. Bolognesi ◽  
S. Artina
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Balance ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
Distribution Systems ◽  
Water Distribution ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Water Supply Systems ◽  
Water Losses ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Supply Systems

The collection and distribution of drinking water resources generally require large quantities of energy, that vary according to factors related to the characteristics of the served area, as well as to design and management choices. Energy intensity indicators (energy per unit of volume) are insufficient to assess the weight of different factors that affect the energy consumption and appear not suitable for the comparison of different water supply systems. The key step of this work is to define a methodology for assessing the energy efficiency of water supply systems. In particular, water losses in water distribution systems, generally assessed in relation to the quantity of high quality water dispersed in the environment, are herein considered in relation to their energy content. In addition to the evaluation of energy balance using the approach proposed by Enrique Cabrera et al. in ‘Energy audit of water networks’ (see J. Water Res. Plan. Manage.136 (6), 669–677) an overall efficiency indicator WSEE (Water Supply Energy Efficiency) is then proposed. Its decomposition finally leads to the definition of further indicators, which may help to assess how the structure of the network, leakage rate and/or pumps affect the energy efficiency of the water system. Such indicators can be used to compare different water supply systems and to identify the impact of individual interventions. The proposed energy analysis was applied to two case studies in Northern Italy.

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