GESTAG - Water Supply Management System

What is GESTAG?

GESTAG is an electronic device with integrated telemetry, capable of transmitting all water consumption information to the cloud for homes, condominiums, industries and water systems in general.

GESTAG Objective

Ensure continuous, reliable, near real-time monitoring of water consumption, enabling fast detection of waste, leaks and savings opportunities.

Technical Features:

3G/M2M chip for data transmission
Works with pulse water meters
Records every flow pulse
Automatic sending over the cellular network
Wi-Fi connection option
Long-life battery
Rugged construction, weather-resistant
Integration with a web management platform

I – Overview

GESTAG is a water telemetry system composed of field units connected to pulse water meters and a web management platform. Each unit records flow pulses and transmits this data via the cellular network (3G/M2M or Wi-Fi) to the central system.

The architecture is modular: you can start with a few points and expand as the project grows, without major civil works or complex cabling.

II – Components & functions

GESTAG unit: electronic module responsible for counting meter pulses, temporarily storing data, and transmitting it over the cellular network.
Pulse water meter: water meter with a pulse output proportional to the measured volume.
Power/battery: power supply for the unit, sized for high autonomy.
Management platform: web environment where data is consolidated, displayed in dashboards, and exported into reports.

III – Signal wiring topology

Each GESTAG unit is connected to the pulse contact of the water meter using low-voltage cables. Wiring must follow the meter manufacturer’s instructions and respect polarity, shielding, and maximum recommended distances.

In larger projects, it is possible to organize interconnection panels and separate conduits for instrumentation signals, avoiding interference with power cables.

IV – Data flows & calculations

For each registered pulse, GESTAG updates the consumed volume internally. Periodically, this data is transmitted to the central system, which converts pulses into m³ or liters and aggregates by minute, hour, day, month and other configurable periods.

From the consolidated base, consumption charts, comparisons by unit, alarms and automated reports are generated.

V – Installation best practices

Plan the positioning of modules and antennas.
Ensure easy access to points for future maintenance.
Protect wiring against moisture, excessive heat and mechanical damage.
Clearly identify each meter and its corresponding monitored point.

VI – Bill of Materials

A typical materials list includes GESTAG units, pulse water meters, signal cables, power supplies, conduits, junction boxes and mounting hardware. Exact sizing depends on the number of points and the project’s hydraulic layout.