SFE Global is an industry expert in open-channel and pressurized system flow monitoring

We are not a manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of flow meters. Our primary objective is to offer excellent infrastructure and flow monitoring service and quality data independent of a singular manufacturer of flow monitoring equipment.

Our commitment is to deliver unbiased, high-quality data and services, free from the influence of any single flow meter manufacturer. Choose SFE Global for industry-leading flow monitoring solutions.

Struggling with a pressurized pipeline that you can't hot tap? SFE specializes in gathering flow data from fully pressurized pipes for both potable and non-potable water systems with externally mounted equipment. Our services can be used for sewer and capacity studies, and to verify the accuracy of billing stations and existing inline flow meters.

Pressurized flow monitoring acceptable parameters:

  • Pipe Sizes: Capable of handling pipelines ranging from as small as 0.5 inches (15mm) to as large as 48 inches (1200mm).
  • Pipe Materials: Suitable for any sonic-conducting pipe material, including carbon steel, stainless steel, ductile iron, cast iron, HDPE, PVC, fiberglass, copper, brass, and aluminum.
  • Pipe Linings: Our equipment supports various linings such as tar epoxy, rubber, mortar, asbestos concrete, and more.
  • Measurement Units: The equipment can monitor applications in both metric and imperial units.
  • Data Logger Capacity: With monitoring intervals ranging from 10 seconds to 1 hour, the data loggers can store up to 12 million data points before overwriting.Wireless Data Acquisition for Various Applications

SFE Global’s progressive pigging together with SmartFoam are a winning approach to assess 19-miles of sewer force mains.

An Arizona city needed to ensure their twinned 24-inch 9.5-mile sewer force mains could handle increased inflow. SFE Global used the progressive pigging approach together with SmartFoam™ technology for a high-resolution condition assessment, identifying and addressing critical issues to enhance pipeline safety, reliability, and cost-effective maintenance.

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Initial
Assessment

We begin with thorough consultations, understanding your unique needs and aligning with all stakeholders.

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Proposal Development

We work with you to create detailed designs and specifications, helping you craft winning proposals for municipal projects.

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Comprehensive Execution

We execute the project with rigorous quality assurance and continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance with municipal standards and preventing costly failures.

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Latest Blog & News

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February 9, 2024
Monitor - Maintain - Manage

This post emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to infrastructure management, including monitoring, maintaining, and managing assets to ensure long-term reliability and performance.

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January 27, 2023
When Dumb Pigs Get Smart

SFE Global discusses the evolution of pipeline pigging technology, from traditional methods to advanced smart pigs that provide detailed pipeline inspection and maintenance data.

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February 15, 2022
SFE continues to manage pipeline projects through COVID-19

Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, SFE has successfully continued to manage pipeline projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while adapting to new health guidelines and restrictions.

Our Clients’ Experiences

Senior Water Resource Engineer, Associated Engineering
Larry Bodnaruk
"SFE has provided all our monitoring needs for the past 15 years. Their staff are experienced, knowledgeable, and responsive and a pleasure to work with, and I admire their attention to detail in a difficult and hostile environment. SFE has always delivered quality and value in our projects. What more can I say – quite simply the best in the business."
Project Manager, M.A.P. Water & Sewer Services Ltd.
Egidio Chiarello
“We have done several water transmission line swabbing projects with SFE Global for final commissioning. We were able to work closely with SFE staff on-site to successfully pig a large potable water transmission pipeline.”
i2i Pipelines, CEO
Steve Banks
"SFE Global is one of our go-to SmartFoam pipeline condition assessment partners in the water industry.  Their team brings the knowledge and experience needed to run our tools safely and effectively in water, wastewater, and industrial pipelines."
KGS Group, Urban Hydraulics Lead
Dave White
"SFE Global provided exceptional flow monitoring services, even under challenging site conditions. The professionalism, expertise, and response times of SFE Global’s team made the entire process seamless and efficient. Obtaining good quality data is paramount, and SFE Global has come through for us on multiple projects with high quality and accuracy. I would highly recommend their services for any flow monitoring needs."
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