Water & Wastewater Industry

Protecting water quality through measurement, control, and compliance.

Industry Overview

The Water & Wastewater industry is fundamental to public health, environmental protection, and sustainable development. It encompasses drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment, reuse, and environmental discharge systems.

Due to its direct impact on human life and ecosystems, this industry is among the most heavily monitored and regulated globally.

Key Sub-Sectors

Critical Monitoring Areas in the Water & Wastewater Industry

Water and wastewater treatment processes require continuous monitoring of water quality, process performance, asset health, and regulatory compliance to protect public health and the environment.

Typical Sensors Used (Across Monitoring Areas)

The following sensors are commonly deployed across different monitoring areas in water and wastewater systems, depending on treatment stage, process design, and regulatory requirements.

Common Signals & Communication

Compliance & Regulations

Water quality monitoring is governed by strict national and international standards. Continuous monitoring and data logging are mandatory in many jurisdictions.

Role of IoT in Water & Wastewater

Industrial IoT enables real-time visibility into water quality, automated process control, predictive maintenance, and remote compliance reporting.

Industrial Solutions Commonly Applied

IndustrioPedia Perspective

In the Water & Wastewater industry, sensors are guardians of life. Accurate sensing ensures that water is safe to drink, safe to reuse, and safe to return to the environment.

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