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8 October 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Guide to efficient Aquifer Testing

The Virtual HERMIT provided a reliable way to collect and manage groundwater data across a large area–when that capability hadn’t been an option before. Technology has come a long way since then, but our mission at In-Situ hasn’t changed: we…

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1 October 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Why Wireless Monitoring?

Wireless Monitoring Boosts Tailings Dam Safety Tailings dams are among the most critical structures in mining, and their safe operation is vital for protecting communities and the environment. With growing global scrutiny and stricter regulatory requirements, mining companies are turning…

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25 September 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Innovative Approaches to Wastewater Sludge Management

Tonnes of sludge or biosolids are produced per year that must be managed, either through beneficial reuse (e.g. land application), incineration, or disposal in sanitary landfills. Volume reduction can mitigate the operational costs of wastewater management, as well as the…

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17 September 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Safeguarding Our Waters: The Role of Water Quality Monitoring in Dredging Operations

Dredging Water Quality Monitoring: Protecting Ecosystems with Reliable Data Dredging is essential for maintaining shipping channels, ports, and coastal infrastructure, but it comes with significant environmental responsibilities. When sediments are disturbed, they can cloud the water, release contaminants, and stress…

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10 September 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Level TROLL® NC: The Non-Contact Radar Level Sensor for Reliable Water Monitoring

Level TROLL® NC: The Non-Contact Radar Level Sensor for Reliable Water Monitoring Accurate and reliable water level monitoring is critical for water resource managers, engineers, and environmental professionals. The Level TROLL® NC from In-Situ is a next-generation non-contact radar level…

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3 September 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Why System Maintenance and Data Integrity Checks Are Critical in Monitoring Projects

Why System Maintenance and Data Integrity Checks Are Critical in Monitoring Projects In today’s world, reliable data is no longer a luxury — it’s the foundation of every sound decision in water resource management, infrastructure development, and environmental monitoring. As…

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12 August 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Accurate Sludge Blanket Detection with the Partech 715 | Wastewater Optimisation

IntroductionIn wastewater treatment, clarity isn’t just about the water — it’s about knowing exactly what’s happening inside your settlement tanks and clarifiers. Sludge blanket detection plays a critical role in process efficiency, compliance, and cost control. Without accurate detection, operators…

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18 June 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Secure Sustainable Harvests with Data-Driven Practices

For pond aquaculture and RAS systems, the focus of monitoring is more often on managing density in enclosed spaces. Without critical water quality data, efforts to increase yields in limited space can have devastating consequences, wiping out an entire…

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11 June 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Are your instruments ready for reliable monitoring?

Effective monitoring relies on effective, reliable equipment. Without routine equipment upkeep, you might be facing inconveniences in the field–equipment malfunctions, waiting on replacement parts or other unexpected obstacles–that could compromise your data and set you behind schedule. A little prep…

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5 June 2025Industrydirk@smemonitoring.co.zaNo Comments

Revolutionizing Water Level Monitoring

Revolutionizing Water Level Monitoring: Introducing the Obscape Radar Level Gauge In the realm of water and environmental management, accurate and real-time data is paramount. Traditional water level monitoring systems often involve submerged sensors, leading to challenges in installation, maintenance, and…

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