This section provides an overview for leak detection bands as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 5 leak detection band manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked leak detection band companies as of November, 2024: 1.Omron, 2.Electric Automation Network S.L., 3.AS ONE Corporation.
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A leak detection band is a band-shaped sensor.
It is used in leak detectors or liquid leak detectors as a safety device to detect leaks or leaking liquid. When leaked water or liquid comes into contact with the sensor strip, the electrical resistance of the strip changes.
After detection, the sensor can be used again by completely wiping off the leaked water/liquid, thus offering excellent durability. There are two types of leak detection strips: those installed on the floor and those installed around pipes.
Leak detection bands are widely used in a variety of locations due to their superior performance and diverse applications.
Leak detection bands play an important role in homes and buildings. They are installed in hidden places such as under floors and inside walls to detect water leaks and burst pipes. They enable early detection of leaks and minimize damage to buildings and facilities.
Leak detection bands are widely used in commercial facilities and offices. They are installed around water fixtures such as toilets, kitchens, and washing machines, and around the plumbing of equipment. When a leak is detected, an alarm and automatic shut-off function are triggered to minimize damage. This helps in the maintenance and management of the facility and the smooth operation of the business.
Leak detection bands also play an important role in industrial and manufacturing facilities. Early detection of leaks is critical, especially where chemicals and pharmaceuticals are handled. Leak detection bands are installed at the bottom of tanks and containers to detect leaking liquids and ensure the safety of the work environment.
Leak detection bands are used in medical and research facilities to protect valuable laboratory materials and samples. They are installed in laboratories, freezers, refrigerators, and other water areas to prevent damage caused by water leaks or liquid leakage.
They are also used to detect leaks around cooling piping and cooling equipment such as boilers and in under-floor piping.
The leak detection band detects water and liquid leaks by means of an electrode-to-electrode resistance detection method.
Under normal conditions, there is no current flowing between the two leak detection bands, and the electrical signal flowing through the bands is cut off by the terminator, creating an open loop between the band electrodes.
When water or liquid begins to leak, the leak detector detects the electrical signal flowing through it, and if the strength of the electrical signal exceeds a set value, an alarm is issued to indicate a water or liquid leak.
In some cases, the leak detection band itself may break and become defective. However, some detectors can detect a disconnection of the leak detection band and issue an alarm to prompt repair, judging that the disconnection detection signal that flows through the leak detection band does not return to the detector due to disconnection as an abnormality.
In addition, since detection is based on a change in resistance, once water or liquid leakage is detected, the sensor can be returned to the normal resistance range by wiping off water or liquid, so it can be used as a sensor again immediately.
The most common type of leak detection band is one that detects water or liquid leakage based on changes in the resistance of the two leak detection bands of the leak/liquid sensor section. There are several types depending on the shape, material, and function of the sensing strips in the detection section.
There are two types of detection zones, the basic strip type and the point type.
Water or liquid leakage can be detected anywhere that the installed sensor section is located.
As the name suggests, this type detects water and liquid leakage at a single point and is used when the location of the leakage is narrowed down and only that point is to be detected.
There are several different materials and functions to choose from, taking into consideration the location where the detection zone is installed. Compared to the general type, there are those with superior resistance to high temperatures and chemicals, those made of different materials, those that can be used in environments with high dust and humidity, and those that can be installed in pipes as opposed to those that are laid on the floor.
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Tatsuta Electric Wire and Cable Co. Ltd., established in 1945 and headquartered in Higashiosaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of electric wires, electronic materials, medical products, and sensors. The company began manufacturing and selling telecommunication wires and cables in 1955. In 1981, it started manufacturing water leakage detection systems, and in 1984, it began selling bonding wire. Its telecommunications division received ISO 9001 certification in 1996, and the electric wire and cable division in 1998. The company began the production of EMI shielding film in 2003, and its product portfolio includes broadcasting cables, bonding wires, liquid leakage sensors, and functional paste.
Omron Corporation, started in 1933 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of automation components, equipment, and systems, and it developed the first contactless proximity switch in 1960. It has four domains, including industrial automation, electronic components, healthcare, and social systems, and it provides products and services in around 120 countries and regions. Some of its products include microsensing devices, access control systems, industrial robots, surveillance cameras, and blood pressure monitors. In 1971, it developed the first online cash machine, and in 1972, it established Japan’s first welfare factory.
AS ONE Corporation, established in 1962, is a Japanese supplier of laboratory instruments and consumables, headquartered in Nishi Ward, Osaka. Through their website, AXEL GLOBAL, the company offers a selection of 3 million products. These include physical and chemical science instruments such as universal and measuring instruments, as well as laboratory instruments for cultivation, separation, and analysis. They also provide research facility equipment such as storage equipment and laboratory chairs. AS ONE extends its offerings to include industrial instruments like dehumidifying storage and organization and conveyance equipment. Additionally, AS ONE serves the healthcare sector with products for hospitals and nursing homes.
Electric Automation Network is a distributor of electrical products and technological content headquartered in Valencia, Spain, since 2013. Operating in the field of automation, control, and drives within the industrial electricity sector, the company conducts its business through an online platform offering an extensive catalog comprising over 300,000 items, including low-voltage industrial components and optical and acoustic signaling equipment, among others. The company also provides logistical, technical, and commercial support services to its clients, in over 220 countries and territories.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Omron |
42.9%
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2 | Electric Automation Network S.L. |
14.3%
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3 | AS ONE Corporation |
14.3%
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4 | Oneida Research Services, Inc. |
14.3%
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5 | TATSUTA Electric Wire and Cable Co.,Ltd. |
14.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the leak detection band page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Japan | 2 | 66.7% |
Spain | 1 | 33.3% |