Aquarius Spectrum, an Israel-based technology company that provides acoustic water leak detection, is expanding its operations in the U.S. with the announcement of a new partnership with Everett J. Prescott Inc. (EJP).
Founded in 1955 and employing more than 300 professionals, EJP was the first waterworks distributor north of Massachusetts to offer water main tapping and many other waterworks services. Today the company provides a large range of products and services, including water meters, piping, fittings, and maintenance, to water utilities in New England, New York, and the Midwest.
Under the distribution agreement signed by both companies, EJP will introduce and deploy Aquarius acoustic water leak detection technology in the 10 states in which they operate, enabling more water utilities to solve water loss challenges caused by hidden background leaks.
Aquarius Spectrum provides detection solutions that enable water utilities to proactively monitor their distribution pipe network, solve infrastructure issues, detect background leaks, reduce non-revenue water and operational costs, and assess pipes’ conditions. These solutions combine sensitive sensors powered by sophisticated algorithms, big data analysis, and advanced connectivity.
“EJP aims to provide its U.S. customers the best products and services,” said Robbi Lockhart, EJP Operations Manager. “Our acquaintance with Aquarius began several years ago, during which we experienced its technological advantages and realized its business contribution to our customers. We are excited to begin this collaboration which is expected to strengthen our portfolio and provide an innovative and efficient solution to the water utilities we serve.”
“Aquarius is proud of our new relationship with EJP, one of the most reputable companies in the U.S. water industry, and one offering the highest quality solutions, backed with exceptional service,” said Naama Zeldis, CEO of Aquarius Spectrum. “The new distribution agreement is expected to increase our foothold in the U.S. market, which began a few years ago with Pipetools Inc., led by Mr. Jim Fay.”
Zeldis added that, "the past year demonstrated a growing need for Aquarius’ solutions in the US, where many large utilities are looking to adopt innovative solutions that enable continuous and remote monitoring of their water network. Now, with the launch of AQSense-Edge, our new Cat-M/NB-IoT sensors, combined with the new partnership with EJP, we expect a significant expansion in our U.S. operation during 2022.”
