EDAMS Network Analysis 
The EDAMS Network Analysis applications operate as stand-alone products or integrated to EDAMS Network Asset Management and EDAMS Asset Management Planning (AMP) systems and facilitates the evaluation, design, planning and analysis (both static and dynamic) of different types of networks.
With EDAMS Network Analysis, you can easily and accurately model and analyze networks of any size and complexity under any scenarios
The EDAMS Network Analysis is integral part of the EDAMS Network Asset Management suite and facilitates the evaluation, design, planning and analysis (both static and dynamic) of different types of networks. Advanced modules cater for functions such as extended simulation analysis, fire risk analysis, fire rating curve generation, demand scenario analysis and water quality modelling
Integrated GIS Intelligence for Advanced Network Management
EDAMS Network Analysis features advanced GIS viewing and editing capabilities through the powerful EDAMS in-house GIS API. It also interfaces seamlessly with leading GIS platforms such as ESRI and QGIS, ensuring full integration across all EDAMS Systems.
The EDAMS GIS Interface adds significant value to utility operations by linking with popular GIS systems like ArcGIS Desktop/Server and Quantum GIS (QGIS). It also connects spatial databases, enabling multi-user environments and efficient collaboration within your existing geodatabase infrastructure.
Design Standards – Engineering Consistency Through Standardized Network Calibration
Design standards are detailed guidelines, testing methods, definitions, recommended practices, and specifications that ensure uniformity in engineering design. Typically defined at a national level through reference documents and engineering publications, these standards provide the foundation for reliable and compliant system design.
EDAMS Network Analysis applies design standards as benchmarks for evaluating calculations and analyses. Each organization’s specific standards relevant to network management are incorporated into the system to enable accurate calibration under real network conditions.
Rule Based Controls – Define and Combine Advanced Logic for Dynamic Network Behaviour
Rule-Based Controls enable link status and settings to respond dynamically to multiple conditions within the network during extended period simulations. These controls are applied after the initial hydraulic state is established (time zero) and are continuously evaluated throughout the simulation at sub-hydraulic time steps—typically one-tenth of the standard hydraulic interval (e.g., rules evaluated every 6 minutes for hourly updates).
EDAMS Network Analysis offers an intuitive interface for defining and combining complex conditional statements and action clauses, allowing users to model realistic operational scenarios. Thematic mapping tools provide real-time visualization of rule activations as they occur during simulation, supporting deeper insight and control over network dynamics.
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Zoning, Schematics and Skeletonisation -Create Live, Data-Driven Models for Accurate Zoning and Network Optimization
EDAMS Network Analysis integrates the powerful EDAMS Zoning Manager engine, enabling the identification, monitoring, and seamless analysis of all network zones. Visual identification of engineering zones is especially valuable in large and complex systems. The system automatically generates thematic maps based on zone data, providing clear visualization and insight.
This approach offers multiple advantages:
- Data validation and verification can be performed alongside the analysis process.
- The same network infrastructure can be used to analyze multiple operational scenarios.
- The method enforces zoning discipline during both design and analysis.
- Upon completion, users obtain a ‘live’ model of existing and proposed zones, simplifying implementation and ensuring efficient maintenance and future updates.
Multi-Runs Analysis -Comprehensive Scenario Evaluation for Optimized Network Performance
EDAMS Network Analysis lets you easily and accurately model a network of any size and complexity under any scenario. The EDAMS suite of models combines the EPANET engine together with a multitude of engineering and optimisation routines developed over the last 20 years.
EPANET is the most widely used engine world-wide provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Available types of analysis include:
- Steady State
- Sensitivity Analysis
- Fire Rating Curves
- Extended Simulation
- Cost Optimisation
- Quality Simulation
- Energy Management
- Demands Scenarios Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Calibration & Leak Detection Analysis
Extended Simulation- Dynamic Network Modelling Using Real Demand and Operational Data
EDAMS Network Analysis enables extended simulation of supply networks, capturing system behavior and changes over time. Using its dedicated graphical interface, the module ensures speed, flexibility, and data security throughout the simulation process.
A key strength of this module is its integration with EDAMS Network Asset Management, allowing the use of real billing data to drive simulations. This enables analysis based on actual demand patterns, identification of historical trends, and projection of future network demands for more accurate and reliable planning.
Quality Simulation-Comprehensive Modelling of Water Quality Dynamics and Distribution
EDAMS Network Analysis performs extended-period simulations of both hydraulic and water-quality behavior within pressurized pipe networks. The system tracks the concentration of chemical species across the network over multiple time steps, while also simulating water age and source tracing.
This module supports a wide range of distribution system analyses, including Sampling program design, hydraulic model calibration, chlorine residual analysis, disinfectant loss and by-product formation study, flushing cycles, contamination patterns and consumer exposure assessment are some examples.
Results Evaluation – Customisable Thematics, Reports & Dashboards
Results can be presented (a) As part of element forms (b) As lists under the mapping environment (c) As thematic maps or by filtering certain attributes on user definable views (d) as dashboards & reports for further dissemination. The system provides, as part of results evaluation, predefined views that you can further refine by changing the filtering criteria and introducing other parameters, i.e. network weight.
The Results Evaluation section enables you to view results for predefined queries related to design standards, data evaluation and pressure mapping.
