Water Leak Detection

How to prevent water damage
This article highlights how to prevent water damage in your home and discusses what signs you need to look out for. A report by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) states that water damage is the most expensive type of claim for insurers in the UK. This accounts for 30% of the total claim’s costs. […]

8 zone Wireless Water Detection Alarm
Upgraded new product! We have upgraded our original wireless water detection system for homes, office blocks and commercial properties. Our latest leak detection product can now detect water leaks in up to eight different areas. The wireless water detector sensors are easy to fit and do not require an electrician. There is no need to […]

CMR Electrical are expanding their UK based manufacturing facility
Expansion of manufacturing premises to meet growing demand After careful consideration and analysis of our growing global and domestic markets, CMR Electrical are expanding their UK manufacturing facility. This expansion aims to meet the increasing demand for our temperature, water and oil leak detection alarm systems. It will enable us to expand our workforce so […]

Battery powered, Radio interfaced, water leak detection sensor for flats and houses
To add to our range of water detection alarms, CMR Electrical have developed a battery powered water leak sensor that can operate as a stand alone unit or communicate to a remote alarm unit, wire free, using radio signals. For easy of locating the leak, the sensor has its own built in “Battery Low” or […]
WLW water leak detection for houses and flats
CMR Electrical have launched a new water leak detection system specifically for houses and flats. Available in both 1/2″ (15mm) and 3/4″ (22mm), the WLW has been designed to provide peace of mind by protecting houses and flats 24/7 from water leaks, burst pipes or unintentional water usage, i.e., leaving a tap flowing. Monitoring the […]
Why is a water detection system that measures the distance to the leak not as good as some consultants think?
One of the questions we occasionally get asked is “do you do a distance to leak water detection system”, the answer is “yes”. Our DMWD unit can have up to four zones and will display the measurement from the controller to the leak… so why don’t we recommend it for critical areas? What other disadvantages […]
Introducing the new LD32-2 water leak detection system
CMR Electrical have updated their LD32 multizone water leak detection system. The new system like its predecessor, has been designed to continuously monitor a large number of areas for water leaks. Water leaking from tea points, vending machines, kitchen equipment, water purifying equipment etc. can cost thousands of pounds to rectify as well as […]
Warning, cheap Water Detection cable from China
It has come to our attention that some companies within the UK are selling water detection cable imported from China where the cable is not a solid mass, but can be untwisted as shown in the following picture. A loose structure such as this can lead to potential false or intermittent water detected alarms or […]
BREEAM compliant major water leak detection alarms for 55-93 Knightsbridge London
CMR Electrical have recently Supply a number of BREEAM compliant Major water leak detection system type BLDA1-2 for the newly refurbished building at 55-93 Knightsbridge London. The Grade II listed building was originally designed by architect WD Caroe, and erected in 1902 for the Church Commissioners. When finished, the building with it’s 100m + facade, will […]
Maintenance and Installation of our water leak detection systems
We often get asked the question “Do your water leak detection systems need specialised installation and maintenance”, to which we answer “NO”. CMR Electrical was setup in 2003 by a group of people with over 25 years’ experience in the design and manufacturing of water leak detection equipment. The aim then, and now, is to […]
How to stop water leaks from causing extensive damage to property and the inconvenience it causes
What will help to prevent water leak damage To help prevent water damage you could buy and fit a CMR Electrical water leak alarm system to alert you when a water leak is found. “but what happens if I’m not at home or the office is shut” Fit our SMS text […]
Plant-Room water leak detection alarm system for internet hosting centre in London
A large internet hosting centre in London having experienced a devastating water leak from cooling equipment contained within their seventh-floor plant-room, contacted CMR Electrical to design and supply all necessary water leak detection equipment, to provide an early warning system to help limit the damage if it ever happened again. Apparently, the leak was only […]
Combined water leak and room over temperature alarm for server rooms Type CWT-2
CMR Electrical Ltd have lunched an updated version of their combined water leak detection and room over temperature alarm system. The new unit known as the CWT-2 alarm, will replace the old but well established CWT system that used standard thermostats, had no temperature display and just LED lamp indication lamps. The new unit […]
How to stop a water leak before too much damage is done
Water leaks can cause extensive damage to property and equipment as well as generating disruption and inconvenience. The following pictures show how a long term small undetected water leak resulted in extensive damage to walls, floor and facilities in a care home leading to the closure of six bedrooms and the temporary relocation of six […]
Why you should take care when buying a Water Leak Detection System
Water can be detected using a number of methods such as ultrasonic transducers, optical sensors and water flow monitoring. Most of the systems on the market today are based on the conductivity principle, where an electrical signal is passed through the leaking water thereby completing a circuit. Whilst there is nothing wrong with this type […]
How to select the correct type of water leak detection Sensor for your application
We often get asked for advice on the type of sensor best used for particular applications, so we have compiled the following list to help our customers. All the following sensors work with any of our range of Water Leak Alarms. Air Conditioning Drip Trays Two sensors are available, the optical DTS sensor designed to […]
Looking for Water leaks whilst you sleep
To help prevent expensive reconstruction work and loss of revenue due to water damage caused by leaks or burst pipework, two floors of the newly built Aerotel hotel at London Heathrow’s terminal 3 have been fitted with two multi zonal water leak detection systems manufactured by CMR Electrical Ltd. The 82 bedroom hotel has been […]
Why Water Leak Sensors Are Essential In Any Workplace
When you run a business, you have a lot that you need to think about. The day-to-day running can take up a lot of time, and if the worst happens you can often feel under prepared. This is why water leak sensors are essential in your workplace. They can avoid any unforeseen problems, and keep […]