DROUGHT IN THE UK: HOW FIDO SMART CAN HELP UTILITIES
By Paul Parr, Global Technical Director
With parts of the UK now officially in drought and others not far behind, the pressure is mounting on water companies to prove they’re actively reducing leakage. For leak detection teams, that means more scrutiny, less margin for error, and often, fewer hands on deck.
Once a drought order kicks in, leak reduction isn’t optional, it’s a legal requirement. But as demand spikes and supply margins tighten, leak teams are being pushed to their limits.
Many utilities are turning to overtime or consultants to fill the gap. But finding extra leak detection resource isn’t easy. The irony? There are people available – meter readers, wastewater teams – who are less busy during dry spells, but often sidelined due to lack of specialist leak training.
That’s exactly where FIDO Smart comes in.
FIDO Smart is an AI-powered, fast-deploy leak detection solution designed to support overstretched leak teams with scalable tech that needs minimal training. Whether you want to train up available staff quickly or help your top engineers work smarter, FIDO Smart has you covered.
Here’s how we help:
- Rapidly increase leak detection capacity
With just an hour of app-based training, anyone can deploy FIDO Smart’s AI-enabled sensors and start identifying leak Waypoints immediately. - Boost your experienced teams
Our affordable, lightweight Locate Kits supercharge productivity, giving your top techs the confidence to find and fix leaks faster than ever. - Go beyond leaks
Use FIDO Smart’s Consumption Profiling to spot illegal connections, theft, or unexpected use at void properties.
FIDO Tech is already working with several UK utilities, helping them get ahead of the summer drought curve. Whether you’re looking to stretch existing teams further or mobilise new resource fast, we’re ready to help.
Get in touch today to find out how FIDO Smart can support your drought response.
