Water Utilities

CSE W Arthur Fisher delivers secure, reliable and sustainable engineering solutions to support the operation of critical water infrastructure.

Engineering Solutions for the Water Industry

CSE W Arthur Fisher works with leading technology innovators to deliver tailored solutions for the water and wastewater sectors across New Zealand. Our integrated approach ensures seamless deployment of advanced technologies, supporting efficient operation, monitoring and maintenance of water infrastructure.

From pump control systems to real-time monitoring, our solutions help optimise performance, improve sustainability and enhance long-term asset reliability.

Water flows through an open air wastewater treatment tank in New Zealand

Addressing Industry Challenges with Innovative Technologies

Climate change, urbanisation and environmental pollution continue to present significant challenges for water utilities worldwide. CSE W Arthur Fisher leverages advanced technologies to support sustainable water supply and wastewater management, ensuring secure and reliable plant operation.

Our comprehensive approach addresses the complexities of modern water infrastructure, with a focus on efficiency, resilience and regulatory compliance. These solutions enable water utilities to adapt to evolving environmental demands, safeguarding essential water resources for communities and industry.

Technology Supporting Water Utilities

Motor Starting and Control

CSE W Arthur Fisher provides advanced motor control solutions for demanding low and medium voltage applications in the water and wastewater sectors.

Our technologies include variable speed drives, soft starters and proven pump control systems developed over more than 30 years. These solutions offer unique starting and stopping curves that eliminate water surge and the “hammer effect”, reducing pipe damage and hydraulic stress. The Australian-made Liquid Resistance Starters ensure gradual pump acceleration, lowering energy consumption and protecting motors from inrush currents across large pumping systems.

Power System Protection

We deliver comprehensive power protection and quality management to ensure stable, reliable operation of plant and equipment. By monitoring voltage fluctuations, harmonics and disturbances, our systems prevent malfunctions, reduce downtime and improve safety.

We also provide motor protection, control and monitoring for medium to large induction and synchronous motors, alongside digital metering solutions that support efficient energy use and cost-effective power management.

Remote Terminal Units and Advanced Automation

Our Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) enable remote automation, control and monitoring of critical water infrastructure. Using telemetry radio or broadband networks, RTUs connect to field assets such as pumps, valves, flow monitoring devices and motor starters, allowing centralised management across wide geographic areas. These systems improve operational efficiency and support effective water treatment and distribution.

Critical Communications

CSE W Arthur Fisher provides robust critical communications solutions for real-time monitoring of water quality, flow rates and system performance. Our scalable wireless networks support efficient operation of treatment plants, pumping stations and distribution networks. Technologies include switching and routing networks, LTE cellular broadband routers, licensed narrowband radios, high-performance unlicensed radios and high-availability industrial networking solutions.

Monitoring and Asset Management

Our monitoring and diagnostic technologies support proactive maintenance and asset health management. Solutions include Dissolved Gas Analysis for transformer fault detection, thermal monitoring for early issue identification and online condition monitoring for transmission infrastructure. These systems enable timely repairs, prevent failures and ensure uninterrupted power supply across water utility operations.

Flow Control

Water and wastewater treatment facilities rely on automated valve systems to manage flow rates, pressure and chemical dosing. Valves, actuators and positioners ensure consistent performance across treatment stages, helping utilities meet compliance standards while reducing manual intervention and maintenance costs. These flow control solutions contribute to safe and efficient water management.

Expertise Backed by Local Support

CSE W Arthur Fisher’s engineering expertise is supported by dedicated local teams across New Zealand. With a deep understanding of regional conditions, our specialists provide personalised support throughout every stage of the project lifecycle.

From initial consultation to solution delivery and ongoing maintenance, our teams ensure seamless integration and reliable operation of all systems — helping water utilities maintain performance, safety and long-term resilience.