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KISTERS Launches HyQuant Edge: A New Era in Hydrological Monitoring

KISTERS has taken a significant leap forward in the domain of hydrological monitoring with the introduction of HyQuant Edge, a state-of-the-art monitoring station that integrates radar technology into a single compact unit. Announced on May 6, 2026, the HyQuant Edge redefines how water levels and surface velocities are measured, promising to streamline data collection processes that have relied on multiple components for years.

The Need for Change in Hydrological Monitoring

In recent years, while many devices across various industries have evolved to become smaller, smarter, and more autonomous, the field of hydrology has lagged behind. This stagnation has often led to higher implementation costs and made it difficult to monitor remote sites effectively. Traditional monitoring stations were typically composed of a range of components assembled on-site, which did not allow for an intermediate level of intelligence in the data collection process.

Klaas Schulze Dieckhoff, Global R&D Director at KISTERS, emphasizes the shift that HyQuant Edge offers: “Traditional monitoring stations have focused primarily on data collection and transmission, requiring multiple components that lacked an integrated intelligence layer. With HyQuant Edge, we aim to change this paradigm.”

Innovative Features of HyQuant Edge

The HyQuant Edge provides a fundamentally different approach to water monitoring, presenting autonomous and adaptable systems where measurement, processing, and communication functions work in unity. This integration allows for greater deployment of monitoring sites with less infrastructure and lower costs per site.

The HyQuant Edge is particularly advantageous for remote, temporary, or emergency deployments as well as permanent sites with limited infrastructure. It comes in four versions: Level (L), Surface Velocity (V), Combined Level and Velocity (L+V), and Discharge (Q). Remarkably, the latter three models can be upgraded to the Q version via a software update, eliminating the need for hardware replacements.

Furthermore, the stations are designed with security in mind and can automatically connect to the cloud. They utilize adaptive event-based logging to conserve energy and ensure data integrity during connectivity interruptions through storage and forwarding capabilities. Manufactured in Germany, these stations support LTE-Cat-M1/NB-IoT and seamlessly integrate with existing monitoring platforms using open standards.

Tailoring Solutions for Diverse Needs

As Dr. Anton Felder, Global Director of HydroMet at KISTERS, states: “There have always been more locations deserving measurement than systems capable of reaching them due to deployment limitations. HyQuant Edge is the solution that fits existing infrastructure and budgetary constraints, particularly valuable in density networks.”

In summary, the launch of HyQuant Edge signals a transformative step in quantitative hydrology, paving the way for more efficient and effective water monitoring solutions. By addressing longstanding challenges in the field, KISTERS demonstrates its commitment to innovation and advancement, hoping to inspire further developments in environmental monitoring technology.

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