The Scandinavian Society for Trenchless Technology (SSTT) has published an online article based on the joint presentation held by Eirik Næss-Ulseth (Equanostic) and Brage Otto Ormann (Oslovann) at Norsk Vann’s yearly conference in Trondheim. The article describes how radar, ultrasound, and camera technologies provide unique insights into pipe condition, enabling smarter decisions and more sustainable asset management.

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Our Chairman, Eirik Næss-Ulseth, presented together with Brage Otto Ormann from Oslovann at Norsk Vann’s yearly conference in Trondheim. The session highlighted how new inspection technology for water and wastewater pipes can provide crucial decision support for pipe renewal. Avoiding unnecessary excavation of pipes that could remain in service for another 20–40 years means significant cost savings and clear environmental benefits.

Equanostic has successfully completed a 16 MNOK equity raise to accelerate commercialization and prepare for scaling of our radar and ultrasonic sensor solutions. The round included existing shareholders, both employees and external investors, and brings on board Vikingstad Invest, Lia Investments, Nordvegen Invest, Carabacel, and Idekapital. Their combined expertise will be key as we scale globally. The funding will support commercialization of EquaPipe for water and wastewater pipe inspection, and development of EquaDetect for landmine and explosive ordnance detection. We’re excited to bring our breakthrough solutions to market together with our partners.

We are proud to announce that Equanostic has been awarded 14.4 million NOK in funding from the Norwegian Research Council (Norges forskningsråd) for development of exciting new sensor technology for Feed Bale Inspection. This innovative initiative is a collaboration with our partner, NIBIO Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research.

The Water and Sewerage Agency of Oslo Municipality (Vann- og avløpsetaten (Oslovann), VAV) has been awarded a SmartOslo grant from Oslo municipality (Oslo kommune) for a project aimed at optimizing pipeline inspection. VaV will join forces with Equanostic to demonstrate how EquaPipe can determine the most effective rehabilitation methods for aging pipes. This approach provides a more cost-effective and environmentally sustainable alternative to replacing old infrastructure by restoring existing pipes through relining instead of extensive excavation.

The project is an extension of the collaboration with Oslo VAV following the major water leak at Carl Berner in February 2023. Contractor Pipeliner will install a certified drinking water liner, while Equanostic will assess the inner geometry of the pipeline. This step is necessary since the liner is made to measure and these older pipes often lack proper documentation.

SmartOslo is Oslo municipality’s testing and development funding programme focusing on innovation, sustainability and smart solutions, that align with the city council’s goals for digitization and environmental progress.

Jenny-Ann as the CSO of Equanostic pitched and received much interest and positive feedback at the Oslo Pitch event 2024 hosted by The Nordic Tech Advocates.

We might have attracted the most attention of the companies not winning the ticket to pitch at the London Stock Exchange on June 13th. We did however get awarded a VIP ticket to London Tech Week for our pitch.

The Equanostic pipe scanner will be showcased in Copenhagen 11-15 September 2022 at the International Water Association (IWA) World Water Congress & Exhibition.

Conference attendees will see a demo of continuous scanning and delivery of pipe condition data. The sensing and analysis techniques adapt Equanostic’s technology for offshore drilling well inspection to water pipes.

The education agency of the City of Oslo approved Equanostic as an apprenticeship enterprise for computer electronics engineers starting March 2022. The first candidate has signed his apprenticeship contract, starting fall 2022 and leading to a trade certificate after 18 months.

«The apprenticeship at Equanostic will be a unique opportunity to give my career an excellent start», says Iver Andreas Yttervik. He has been on vocational specialization at Equanostic one day per week the past year. Such placement is intended to familiarize students in upper secondary education with key work tasks of their chosen trade.
«This is a good way to identify and develop talent we need in our company», says Stig Støa, Equanostic CEO.

The computer electronics engineer vocation covers installation, operation, reparation, and maintenance of electronic systems. At Equanostic, Iver will gain in-depth knowledge and experience in planning, executing, and evaluating such activities. He will also be involved in system development. A trade test towards the end of the contract will certify the acquired skills.