Smart Pump Monitoring System

Real-time IoT visibility for pumps serving critical infrastructure - accessible from any device, in any location.

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Pump problems in essential infrastructure – including plumbing and sanitary systems, drainage pits and sump pump stations – are often discovered only after flooding, overflow or equipment damage has already occurred. Minerva’s Smart Pump Monitoring System gives facilities teams and infrastructure operators continuous visibility of pump operating status, fault conditions and tank or sump pit levels through remote monitoring on the YAVA IoT Cloud platform.

Using cellular communication, the system connects to existing pump control panels through a purpose-built IoT interface panel. Operating signals are sent continuously to the YAVA cloud, where they can be viewed through a web dashboard and mobile app for Android and iOS. Routine checks no longer require a technician to be physically present on site.

Installation

The image below shows Minerva’s custom Smart IoT Panel installed beside an existing sump pump control panel at a pump station. The Smart IoT Panel is the left enclosure, while the original pump control panel is positioned on the right.

What Is Monitored

The system reads critical operating signals from the pump control panel and converts them into a clear operational view for remote users:

Parameter

Description

Pump Run Status

Shows whether each pump is currently operating or stopped

Pump Trip/Fault Status

Identifies pump trips, faults or abnormal stop conditions

Tank / Sump Pit High Levels

Raises an alert when water level reaches a high or overflow threshold

Tank Low Levels

Generates a critical alarm when water tanks fall below the defined low level

Other points can be added to suit each site. The same system can be scaled to monitor several pumps, tanks or sump pits within one installation.

How It Works

The monitoring arrangement uses a simple three-layer architecture:

FIELD

Sump Pump Panel -> Custom IoT Interface Panel

Run/stop, trip and level signals are wired from the existing pump panel into Minerva’s compact custom IoT panel installed at site.

NETWORK

Cellular Transmission -> Internet -> Cloud

Data is transmitted wirelessly over the 4G network to Minerva’s YAVA cloud server, removing the need for dedicated cabling or local servers.

USER

YAVA IoT Cloud Platform -> Web Dashboard + Mobile App

Operators and managers view live status, historical logs and alerts through the YAVA web dashboard or mobile app on any device.

Platform Features — YAVA IoT Cloud

Minerva’s YAVA IoT Cloud powers the system with monitoring, diagnostics and reporting tools that can be used through a browser or mobile device. Users can view data from the web dashboard or from the mobile app.

Map View & Connection Status

Shows device locations on a live map with a current connectivity summary, giving operators an immediate overview after login.

Device Data Analysis

A Device Status page provides connection diagnostics for each IoT edge device, making offline or faulty units easier to identify.

Real-Time Control Panel

Displays live values for every monitored point, including pump run/stop status, trip/fault states and tank or sump level alarms.

Data Explorer

Allows users to select a parameter and date range to review logged history for trend checks, incident review and operating analysis.

Customisable Reports

Log reports can be configured and exported for records, compliance documentation or operational audits.

SMS Notifications

Automatic SMS alerts can be sent to nominated contacts when trigger conditions are reached, such as pump trip or sump high-level alarm.

Key Benefits

Early Fault Detection

Immediate alerts for pump trips, faults and abnormal tank or sump levels help operators act before minor issues become flooding, downtime or equipment damage.

Remote Visibility

Pump status and tank or sump conditions can be checked from anywhere, reducing the need for routine physical site inspections.

Capex-Free Software

No upfront software development or server investment is required. Users subscribe to the YAVA cloud, with hosting and upgrades included.

Rapid Deployment

Minerva's custom IoT panel integrates with existing pump control panels with limited disruption and can be commissioned without major civil or electrical works.

Data Logging & Reporting

All monitored parameters are logged continuously in the cloud, with customisable reports available for records, audits and regulatory documentation.

Wireless Connectivity

Cellular communication avoids the cost and inconvenience of installing new signal cables, making it practical for sites without network infrastructure.

Typical Applications

Minerva’s Smart Pump Monitoring System is suited to installations where pump operation and tank or sump levels must be monitored remotely, including:

  • Underpass and tunnel drainage sump pumps
  • Building plumbing and sanitary installations
  • Basement and carpark sump pump systems
  • Stormwater and flood-control pump stations
  • HVAC condensate and chiller pump systems
  • Industrial process sump and transfer pumps
  • Water and wastewater treatment pump systems

The system can be configured for one pump room or for multiple sites, with all connected devices visible from a single YAVA dashboard.

Talk to Us

Every pump installation is different. Speak with Minerva about your site requirements and how the Smart Pump Monitoring System can be configured for your application.