AquariusSpectrum, an Israel-based technology company that provides acoustic water leakdetection, is expanding its operations in the U.S. with the announcement of anew partnership with Everett J. Prescott Inc. (EJP).
Founded in1955 and employing more than 300 professionals, EJP was the first waterworksdistributor north of Massachusetts to offer water main tapping and many otherwaterworks services. Today the company provides a large range of products andservices, including water meters, piping, fittings, and maintenance, to waterutilities in New England, New York, and the Midwest.
Under thedistribution agreement signed by both companies, EJP will introduce and deployAquarius acoustic water leak detection technology in the 10 states in whichthey operate, enabling more water utilities to solve water loss challengescaused by hidden background leaks.
AquariusSpectrum provides detection solutions that enable water utilities toproactively monitor their distribution pipe network, solve infrastructureissues, detect background leaks, reduce non-revenue water and operational costs,and assess pipes’ conditions. These solutions combine sensitive sensors poweredby sophisticated algorithms, big data analysis, and advanced connectivity.
“EJP aims toprovide its U.S. customers the best products and services,” said RobbiLockhart, EJP Operations Manager. “Our acquaintance with Aquarius began severalyears ago, during which we experienced its technological advantages andrealized its business contribution to our customers. We are excited to beginthis collaboration which is expected to strengthen our portfolio and provide aninnovative and efficient solution to the water utilities we serve.”
“Aquarius is proud of our new relationshipwith EJP, one of the most reputable companies in the U.S. water industry, andone offering the highest quality solutions, backed with exceptional service,”said Naama Zeldis, CEO of Aquarius Spectrum. “The new distribution agreement isexpected to increase our foothold in the U.S. market, which began a few yearsago with Pipetools Inc., led by Mr. Jim Fay.”
Zeldis addedthat, "the past year demonstrated a growing need for Aquarius’ solutionsin the US, where many large utilities are looking to adopt innovative solutionsthat enable continuous and remote monitoring of their water network. Now, withthe launch of AQSense-Edge, our new Cat-M/NB-IoT sensors, combined with the newpartnership with EJP, we expect a significant expansion in our U.S. operationduring 2022.”
