Mr. Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble IT and BT Minister, Govt. of Karnataka unveiled the iPUMPNET, an IIoT-enabled digital solution developed by Pump Academy Private Limited during the 26th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit on 30th November 2023. As per the program, The Karnataka government unveiled 35 “ground-breaking” products and solutions developed by start-ups from various sectors including IT, Agri-Tech, Med-Tech, Healthcare, Clean-Tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Tech, Blockchain, Cyber security and Environment Tech.
The iPUMPNET that empowers water utilities and industries with advanced technology driven solutions was also unveiled as the leading water technology solution. The innovative product helps them to operate their pumping systems more efficiently, cost-effectively, and sustainably. iPUMPNET provides a transformative solution that harnesses the potential of digital technology to optimize pumping systems like never before. Its real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance capabilities, energy efficiency insights, and seamless integration make it an invaluable tool for water utilities and industries seeking to enhance their operations while reducing environmental impact by minimizing energy consumption and carbon footprint.
Some of the significant benefits of implementing iPUMPNET in pumping stations could be:
- It can improve operational efficiency of pumping station upto 35%, reduce energy consumption upto 25%, reduce the life cycle cost (LCC) of upto 45%, and extend the lifespan of pumping systems upto 50%
- It is equipped with features that swiftly detect faults or anomalies, allowing for prompt troubleshooting and resolution, thus practically eliminating unscheduled breakdowns and maintenance
- It allows for remote control and automation of pumping station operations, reducing the need for physical intervention and enhancing operational efficiency
- The robust platform of iPUMPNET gathers and analyzes data, providing valuable insights that can support informed decision-making and drive operational improvements
- It helps water utilities optimize energy usage in pumping operations, estimated that almost 5 GW of energy could be saved per annum if iPUMPNET is implemented across all water pumping stations in India
- Through improved operational efficiency and energy optimization, iPUMPNET contributes to reduced environmental impact, significantly reducing the carbon footprints of pumping stations, estimated to save almost 3.06 million tonnes of carbon emission annually, if implemented across all water pumping stations in India
- The return on investment for optimization will happen normally within a year.
In essence, iPUMPNET is a powerful tool that empowers water utilities with advanced technology-driven solutions, enabling them to operate more efficiently, cost-effectively, and sustainably. By harnessing the capabilities of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Data Analytics, iPUMPNET empowers industries to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in their operations.
