Gas is one of the most important public utilities whose business operations are intrinsically spatial. At Magnasoft, we have years of expertise in executing notable gas utility projects across various geographies. We use a host of mapping techniques which support in creating tailor-made pipeline management platforms for our clients. Right from data updates in the existing database to providing 3D and 4D models for visualization of buildings and pipelines to sharing the real-time location of the pipelines, we have delivered excellence in varied projects. Location maps help pipeline inspectors to digitally locate the utilities without having to personally inspect them. This ensures safety and quick resolve of issues. Also, the customer location near to these pipelines can be easily identified thereby ensuring better security and safety of the households.
An important component of our geospatial mapping services for utilities is thematic map development. Apart from precise 3D visualization, planning and analysis of utility assets, we create thematic maps of larger areas to visualize the progress of different utility projects, for example, showing which lines have been processed or are in-processing. Such overview maps let the stakeholders quickly know how multiple projects are progressing over time and what their current status is.
GIS and modelling solutions help gas distribution companies to provide better customer service, increase network reliability and reduce cost. GIS helps in maintaining asset knowledge, which leads to better usage of available capacity such as size, pressure and inlet quantity of gas at the station. This information makes it possible to use existing pipeline infrastructure before going for new investments. In case of issues, maps can not only help in locating the area of work, but also getting information such as the depth at which the pipeline is buried, valves to be closed to isolate the maintenance region and details of other assets in the neighborhood. This information becomes vital for ensuring safety and early resolve.
There are several advantages of using geospatial data in the utility business. Location intelligence allows the authorities to know where the pipes, valves, pumps, meters and other facilities are located. This knowledge helps in identifying the break points faster, resulting in quicker solutions. As-built models provide the what, where and when of the utility, enabling the stakeholders to make more informed decisions. Spatial intelligence largely helps in resource management, outage and distribution management, database planning and installations management for gas.
Magnasoft has executed notable gas utility projects across various geographies. We use a host of mapping techniques which support in creating tailor-made pipeline management platforms for our clients. Right from data updates in the existing database to providing 3D and 4D models for visualization of buildings and pipelines to sharing the real-time location of the pipelines, we have the expertise to manage all. The location maps help pipeline inspectors to digitally locate the utilities without having to personally inspect them. Quick measures can be taken using these maps in case of leaks and hazards. Also, the customer location near to these pipelines can be easily identified thereby ensuring tighter security and safety of people.