The Water Flow Conditioning Device (FCD)

The FCD from Water Flow Innovations powered by AquaFlow technologies is a patented inline flow-conditioning device designed to help facilities reduce water and sewer costs by improving measurement conditions at the water meter.

Installed immediately after the water meter, the FCD helps manage entrained air, regulate pressure, reduce turbulence, and prevent reverse flow where needed. Each device is configured for the facility’s piping, meter, water pressure, and installation conditions without requiring major changes to the existing plumbing system.

Key Features

  • Water and Sewer Cost Reduction: Designed to help reduce meter over-registration associated with entrained air and turbulent flow.
  • Post-Meter Installation: Installs immediately after the water meter within the existing piping system.
  • No Noticeable Pressure Loss: Conditions water flow without disrupting downstream water delivery.
  • Site-Specific Configuration: Sized according to pipe size, meter type, water pressure, and installation conditions.
  • Durable Potable Water Design: Manufactured from 316L stainless steel for long-term performance.

How It Works

The FCD is installed on the customer side of the waterline immediately after the meter. It helps create more stable measurement conditions by addressing entrained air, pressure fluctuations, reverse flow, and turbulent water movement.

The device is designed to improve how water is measured rather than reduce the facility’s actual water consumption. Normal operations, processes, and downstream water delivery remain unchanged.

Technical Highlights

  • Patented inline flow-conditioning device
  • Installs immediately after the water meter
  • 316L stainless steel construction
  • Titanium and specialty alloys available by special order
  • Configured for the facility’s pipe size, meter, pressure, and installation location
  • Compatible with a wide range of pipe sizes and meter types
  • Air and gas separation, pressure regulation, turbulence reduction, and check-valve protection where required
  • Fits within existing piping without replacing the waterline
  • No power, controls, or ongoing maintenance required
  • IAPMO and NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 listed
  • Made in the USA

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Why AquaFlow?

  • Reduce Water and Sewer Costs: Help lower recurring utility expenses by improving water-meter measurement conditions.
  • Improve Measurement Accuracy: Address entrained air, turbulence, and pressure fluctuations that can affect meter readings.
  • Maintain Normal Water Delivery: Condition flow without noticeably reducing downstream pressure or changing facility operations.
  • Minimize Installation Disruption: Install within the existing waterline immediately after the meter.
  • Receive a Site-Specific Solution: Configure each device for the facility’s piping, meter, pressure, and installation conditions.

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