Smart Monitoring of District Heating Supply
District heating is gaining momentum—and for good reason. When generated through combined heat and power (CHP) in cogeneration plants, it offers outstanding efficiency. This allows for the reliable delivery of heat and hot water with a minimal environmental footprint.
Continuous, Digital Loop Monitoring for Smart Cities
Maintaining the integrity of district heating networks is a critical and complex responsibility. Damage or faults are often only detected after they’ve caused costly disruptions. The solution: a digital, continuous monitoring system with direct control system integration.
Lacroix SAE offers a robust solution that combines proven telecontrol and communication technology with specialised measurement components designed specifically for district heating applications. This enables real-time digital monitoring of network loops—from any location, at any time—with excellent cost-efficiency.
Practical Advantages at a Glance
Remote disconnection of loops for maintenance or safety purposes
Insulation foam monitoring (leakage detection)
Water ingress detection in manholes or slots
Temperature monitoring in flow and return lines
Our Monitoring Solution: FW-5 with ISO-1 and PIT-1
The decentralised structure of modern district heating networks presents high demands. With the FW-5 telecontrol unit and the ISO-1 and PIT-1 extension modules, operators gain reliable, continuous digital monitoring of their pipeline infrastructure.
These modules offer powerful sensor-based measurement functions, including insulation monitoring, water ingress detection, and temperature sensing. The net-line FW-5 transmits all data securely to your control centre using standard protocols like IEC 60870-5-101/-104 or Modbus RTU/TCP.
