Water Utilities
Reliable water management depends on accurate data from assets that are often widely dispersed, difficult to access or beyond dependable terrestrial coverage. Ground Control provides satellite-enabled hardware and services for connecting sensors, meters, data loggers and control systems across water and wastewater networks.
From low power level and flow monitoring to real time SCADA communications, our portfolio supports different data volumes, power budgets and response requirements, with OEM options for manufacturers building connectivity directly into their equipment.
Reliable Connectivity for Smarter Water Management
Connect remote water infrastructure, transmit the right data at the right time, and reduce reliance on site visits with satellite-enabled monitoring and control.
Connectivity Beyond Cellular
Keep sensors, meters and infrastructure connected across rural, remote and difficult-to-reach locations.
Low Power Remote Monitoring
Support long term deployments using efficient messaging, battery power or compact solar systems
Flexible Data Transmission
Match connectivity to the application, from periodic meter readings to urgent alarms and two-way control.
Easier System Integration
Connect satellite-enabled hardware to existing sensors, telemetry platforms and SCADA architectures without replacing the wider system.
Recommended Devices
Sensor Monitoring and Telemetry
RockBLOCK RTU connects directly to analog, digital and serial sensors, providing local data logging, processing and flexible cellular or satellite transmission. RockBLOCK 9603 and RockBLOCK Plus suit compact, low-data applications, while RockBLOCK 9704 and RockBLOCK Plus 9704 support larger message payloads.
Asset Tracking and Mobile Operations
GSatSolar and SmartOne C provide low maintenance tracking for unpowered or lightly used assets. RockFLEET offers permanently installed tracking and messaging for vehicles or vessels operating across dispersed water networks.
Gateways and Critical Infrastructure
RockREMOTE Mini provides compact, low power IP connectivity for frequent data transfer and remote access. RockREMOTE Rugged combines satellite and cellular communications with hosted applications and remote device management for more complex SCADA, pumping and treatment infrastructure.
An embedded version of the RockREMOTE Mini is available for manufacturers integrating satellite connectivity directly into their own equipment.
Water Monitoring Applications
Metering and Consumption Monitoring
Transmit scheduled readings from bulk, district and customer meters where terrestrial connectivity is unavailable or unreliable.
Reservoir, Tank and Borehole Monitoring
Monitor water levels, flow rates, pump activity and equipment status across widely dispersed sites.
Leak and Burst Detection
Send pressure, acoustic or flow anomalies quickly so operators can investigate potential leakage and reduce water loss.
Pump Stations and Remote SCADA
Maintain two way communications with pumps, valves, PLCs and control equipment for monitoring, alarms and remote commands.
Water Quality and Environmental Compliance
Collect turbidity, chemical, rainfall and catchment data for operational decisions, flood response and regulatory reporting.
Wastewater and Treatment Infrastructure
Monitor treatment assets, sewer networks, lift stations and overflow risks without relying solely on local communications infrastructure.
Resilient Backup Communications
Use satellite alongside cellular or fixed networks to maintain visibility and control when a primary connection fails.
FAQs About Satellite IoT in Water Utilities
In many cases, yes. Our devices can connect through serial, Ethernet, analog, digital or other standard industrial interfaces, depending on the equipment already in place.
No. Routine readings and scheduled reports can often use low power messaging, while urgent alarms, remote access and control may need higher capacity messaging or an IP connection.
Yes. Hybrid devices can use cellular where it is available and switch to satellite when coverage becomes weak or unavailable, helping keep data moving.
Cloudloop Data can receive message-based data and route it into your preferred systems using APIs, webhooks, MQTT and other supported integrations.
Yes. Cloudloop Subscription Manager gives you visibility of activation, usage and airtime costs, while Device Manager supports remote diagnostics, configuration and firmware management for compatible IP terminals.
It depends on how much data you need to send, how often you need it, the available power, the interfaces involved and where the equipment will be deployed. Talk to us about your application and we’ll help steer you toward the most suitable device, network and airtime option.
Satellite Connectivity for Water Management Manufacturers
We understand the challenges facing water sensing, monitoring and component manufacturers. Our team are experts in getting data from hard-to-reach places – so you don’t have to be.
We are proud to have provided one of our utility customers with 27 years uninterrupted service, making satellite that company’s most reliable system. To learn more about our solutions and how these can help you deliver a better end-to-end solution for your water utility customers, get in touch today.