Smart sampling
in wastewater monitoring

Taking samples when it really matters. By combining continuous measurement with analysis, samples are triggered specifically when relevant events occur.

Traditional sampling often misses precisely the moments that matter.

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Why conventional sampling is often insufficient

Conventional sampling methods frequently reach their limits in practice. Samples based on time or volume capture only part of what is actually happening. Short-term pollution peaks or discharges often go undetected. The result is incomplete data and a limited assessment of the situation.

Reliably monitoring dynamic processes in water
and wastewater

The limitations of traditional sampling

Conventional sampling methods quickly reach their limits in practice. Fixed time intervals or quantity-based approaches do not take into account what is actually happening in the process. Changes are often only detected by chance or go completely unnoticed.

Events go
undetected

Short-term peaks in pollution or discharges often occur unexpectedly. As samples are taken independently of what is actually happening, it is precisely these critical moments that often fall between two measurements. As a result, important events are not recorded.

Incomplete
data set

If relevant events are not recorded, the picture of the situation will be incomplete. Measurements and samples provide only a snapshot of what is actually happening. This means that a reliable assessment of conditions and causes is only possible to a limited extent.

— Solution

Event-driven sampling
instead of fixed intervals

This is precisely where intelligent sampling comes in. Samples are no longer taken independently of what is happening, but are triggered specifically when relevant events occur. This is based on continuously recorded measurement values, which are analysed and evaluated.

Measurement, evaluation and response are directly interlinked, enabling targeted sampling based on real-time events.

How smart sampling works

Measurement

Sensors continuously record relevant parameters and provide the basis for assessing conditions and changes.

Analysis

The measured values are analysed and evaluated. Any notable changes over time are identified and classified.

Response

When defined events occur, a sample is automatically taken and assigned to the relevant time.

Analysing measurement data and responding effectively

With NEMO, measured values are not only recorded but also directly analysed and classified.

Sensors continuously supply data, which is processed and analysed. Changes in measurement trends are detected and can be used specifically to trigger actions. In this way, individual measurement values are combined to form a clear overall picture, enabling a reliable assessment of conditions and events.

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Identifying events and taking targeted action

Samples are not taken at random, but are triggered by specific events and provide a reliable basis for assessment and decision-making.

Triggers

Sampling is triggered by specific events, such as limit values being exceeded or notable changes in the measurement trend.

Individually defined conditions can also be set as triggers.

Result

Targeted sampling provides a more complete picture of what is actually happening.

Events are not only detected, but also documented in a traceable manner.

Classification

Measurement, analysis and sampling are interlinked and enable reliable monitoring of complex processes.

This allows causes to be better understood and targeted measures to be derived.

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Part of a comprehensive measurement concept

Intelligent sampling is part of a comprehensive measurement concept.
Measurement, evaluation and sampling are interlinked, enabling reliable
monitoring of complex processes.

Sensors

Sensors continuously monitor relevant parameters and form the basis for assessing conditions and changes. They provide the data required for analysis, event detection and targeted responses in the subsequent process.

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Installation & Fitting

Customised installation solutions ensure that sensors and sampling systems can be reliably deployed in a variety of applications. This guarantees stable and practical integration into existing systems and environments.

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Technical details on
intelligent sampling

Further details and technical background information can be found in our brochure.

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Advice on sampling
and implementation

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solutions for your application.