F-Reg develops autonomous hydraulic valves that regulate flow patterns in sanitation networks by utilizing existing pipeline volumes for temporary water storage. This technology effectively mitigates urban flooding and reduces the discharge of untreated wastewater into natural environments.
Funding
$2.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Urban areas face increasing challenges with managing stormwater runoff and wastewater, leading to frequent flooding and the discharge of untreated sewage into the environment. Traditional solutions like retention basins are costly, require significant land space, and can be slow to implement.
Solution
F-Reg offers a network-based approach to stormwater and wastewater management using autonomous hydrodynamic valves. These valves regulate flow patterns within existing sanitation networks, effectively turning pipeline volumes into temporary water storage zones. By optimizing the use of existing infrastructure, F-Reg's solutions mitigate peak flow rates during heavy rainfall, reduce urban flooding, and minimize the release of pollutants into natural ecosystems. The technology provides an ecological and economical alternative to traditional retention basins, reducing carbon footprint and investment costs while ensuring regulatory compliance. F-Reg's solutions are constructed from durable, recyclable INOX 316L stainless steel, offering adaptability and long-term performance.
Target Audience
F-Reg's primary customers include municipalities, sanitation districts, and environmental agencies responsible for managing urban water systems and complying with environmental regulations.
Features
- Autonomous hydrodynamic valves that automatically regulate flow based on real-time conditions
- Network-based storage that utilizes existing pipeline volume for temporary water retention
- Peak flow regulation during heavy rainfall events
- Flood mitigation and reduction of urban runoff
- Reduction of untreated wastewater discharge into the environment
- Durable construction with INOX 316L stainless steel
- Compliance with regulations, including the arrêté du 21 juillet 2015
- Remote monitoring and control via the Smart F-Reg IoT platform
- Bureau d’études services for network analysis, design, and hydraulic modeling