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Real-time groundwater flow and pollution monitoring system for industrial and urban water management

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Imagine being able to see underground water moving in real-time, almost like watching a river on a map. Instead of guessing where pollution is going, this technology uses a smart sensor to track the speed and direction of water flow. It then sends that data to a digital dashboard so you can spot leaks or contamination immediately.

By the numbers
127
types of pollutants monitored
100+
customers across the EU
750k+
euros in revenue generated
1.36 million
euros raised in equity
1,185k
euros in straight and convertible loans
The business problem

What needed solving

Groundwater is invisible and complex, making it difficult to track pollution movement or manage water availability. Traditional monitoring is often slow and lacks the real-time accuracy needed for immediate intervention.

The solution

What was built

A real-time flux sensor for flow speed and direction, a long-term autonomous data logger, and an IoT cloud platform with a dashboard for anomaly detection.

Audience

Who needs this

Water utility companiesEnvironmental consultancy firmsIndustrial site managers (Chemical/Oil)Urban planning and construction firms
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Environmental Remediation
any
Target: Soil and groundwater cleanup firms

If you are a cleanup firm dealing with underground contamination — this project developed a real-time flux sensor that provides unmatched accuracy in flow speed and direction. This allows for precise tracking of 127 types of pollutants to optimize remediation efforts.

Water Utilities
enterprise
Target: Municipal water management authorities

If you are a water utility dealing with saltwater intrusion or water balance issues — this project developed an IoT-connected sensing probe that provides live data updates. This helps in safeguarding groundwater resources and ensuring sustainable supply.

Construction
mid-size
Target: Civil engineering and urban development companies

If you are a construction company dealing with groundwater impact during urban development — this project developed a robust data logger and analytical pipeline. This ensures seamless data collection to manage water dynamics around building sites.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing for the iFLUX system?

Based on available project data, specific pricing for the real-time sensor is not listed, though the company has already generated over €750k in revenues from its passive sampling products.

Can this technology be deployed at an industrial scale?

Yes, the project engineered a robust data logger for long-term autonomous operation and a cloud-based pipeline to ensure scalability in diverse environments.

What is the IP or licensing status of the technology?

Based on available project data, the technology is developed by IFLUX NV, but specific patent or licensing terms are not provided.

How does the system integrate with existing data workflows?

The system uses smart IoT connectivity and a cloud-based analytical pipeline to feed data into a user-friendly dashboard for live updates and anomaly detection.

What is the timeline for deployment?

The project period ran from 2022-07-01 to 2024-10-31, with the first passive product already in the market and the real-time probe moving through the development pipeline.

Consortium

Who built it

The project is led by a single Belgian SME, IFLUX NV, representing a 100% industry ratio. This lean structure indicates a direct path to commercialization, supported by previous market traction with major clients like DOW, Total, ERM, and Arcadis.

How to reach the team

Contact IFLUX NV in Belgium

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore integration of real-time groundwater flux sensors into your environmental monitoring strategy.

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