FloLogic Launches Innovative Remote I/O Module for Smart Water Management Integration

FloLogic®, a renowned name in plumbing leak detection technology and a subsidiary of Bradford White Corporation, has recently rolled out its latest innovation: the FloLogic Remote I/O (Input/Output) Module. This new addition is designed to augment current water management systems, enabling seamless wireless integration with various plumbing and smart home devices.

Harnessing the Power of Wireless Technology

The Remote I/O module serves as an essential link between the FloLogic leak detection framework and third-party devices that utilize water. By facilitating wireless communication, this module opens up a world of possibilities for property owners and managers looking to optimize their water management systems. It connects effortlessly with plumbing controls, alarm systems, and home automation platforms through customizable input and output connections.

Previously, integration with external devices necessitated using a FloLogic Legacy Control Panel, requiring a wired setup. However, the introduction of the Remote I/O module transforms this process, allowing property owners to position the module in proximity to any connected device within their home or building. This shift highlights FloLogic's dedication to meeting the evolving demands of smart plumbing environments, as smart home technologies gain traction across various properties.

Meeting the Demands of Modern Water Management

As more property owners begin adopting smart technologies, the necessity for water management systems capable of interacting with other critical infrastructure becomes paramount. The Remote I/O module emerges as a solution to this pressing need. Its design simplifies the connection of water-using equipment and property monitoring systems to the FloLogic platform, enabling a more intelligent and responsive water management environment.

Douglass Phillips, general manager of FloLogic, emphasized the significance of the Remote I/O module, stating, "This addition demonstrates our commitment to generating the most robust ecosystem for water protection and management in the industry." By eliminating hardwired restrictions, the Remote I/O module provides unparalleled flexibility for installers and property owners to interconnect FloLogic with essential devices governing water usage throughout a property.

Diverse Applications and Capabilities

The applications of the Remote I/O module are vast, extending to irrigation systems, water softeners, autofill systems for pools and fountains, well pumps, hot water recirculation pumps, security systems, home automation platforms, and third-party water sensors.

One of the module's standout features is its configurable inputs, enabling users to authorize extended water use for designated devices. This greatly reduces the risk of nuisance shutoffs during regular operation, while outputs signal FloLogic system status to external equipment and controllers. For example, users may choose to disable hot water recirculation during a shutoff or when a property is unoccupied, thus protecting the pump and enhancing energy efficiency.

The Remote I/O's wireless design allows for practical mounting options, removing the constraints typically imposed by the availability of control wiring. This advancement simplifies installation in larger residences, commercial buildings, multifamily properties, and campuses, where controlled equipment might be positioned far away from the FloLogic valve and control module.

Encouraging Smart Plumbing Integration

As plumbing technology continues its shift towards greater connectivity with property management systems, the Remote I/O module positions FloLogic as a primary facilitator of water damage prevention and system control integration. Phillips affirmed that the result is a more intelligent system that not only bolsters value for property owners but also simplifies the integration process for installers.

About FloLogic

Based in Morrisville, N.C., FloLogic has been at the forefront of plumbing leak detection and automatic water shutoff solutions since its inception in 1999. It has established itself as a trusted provider of innovative solutions. The latest generation, the sixth of the FloLogic system, is highly recommended by leading property insurers and is adaptable to safeguard various property types. FloLogic operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Bradford White Corporation, a full-line manufacturer of heating and storage products located in Ambler, Pennsylvania.