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| WaterCop prevents needless property damage A new product called WaterCop, introduced by DynaQuip Controls, helps to reduce the anxiety many homeowners have about coming home from work or vacation and finding damage caused by leaky plumbing. This wireless detection and automatic water shut-off system works as an automatic valve for a home’s water supply line, which can be easily installed by a certified professional plumber. The WaterCop is a motorized ball valve, used to automatically turn off the main water supply when unwanted water is detected due to a leak or overflow. It should be installed on the main water line near the existing main shut-off valve. The device has two indicator lights, which indicate the position of the valve. If the red light is on, it means the valve is closed. The green light signifies that the valve is open, allowing water to flow freely through the plumbing system. An additional inexpensive option allows the WaterCop to be connected to a home’s security system or home automation controllers. If a leak is detected by a WaterHound sensor and thus causing the WaterCop to shut-off the water supply, it automatically triggers the alarm system, alerting the monitoring company that a security problem exists inside the home. When installed properly, the WaterCop and its team of WaterHound moisture sensors constantly monitor the home for water leakage. The WaterHounds are battery operated, wireless moisture sensor/transmitters which are strategically placed at certain locations throughout the home. If they detect significant amounts of moisture, a wireless radio signal is sent to the WaterCop, which tells it to turn off the household water supply. DynaQuip Controls’ WaterCop product line will be marketed to customer home builders, custom home security system installers, home automation dealers, plumbing wholesalers, DIY home centers, hardware retail stores, and directly to consumers. write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |