Water is one of the most vital yet vulnerable resources on our planet. With only 3% of Earth’s water classified as freshwater, and the remaining 97% as saltwater, the need for innovative water treatment and distribution technologies has never been more urgent. Barksdale is rising to this global challenge with a suite of engineered control products designed to help industries “Control Every Drop.”
The Growing Demand for Clean Water
The demand for clean, reliable water sources is driven by three primary sectors:
- Agriculture: ~70% of global water usage
- Industrial Processing: ~20%
- Household Consumption: ~10%
As populations grow and climate change intensifies, the pressure on water systems increases. Efficient monitoring and control are essential to ensure sustainable water use across all sectors.
Barksdale’s Role in Water Management
Barksdale’s control products are engineered to deliver exceptional performance and long life, even in the most demanding water applications. With over 75 years of experience, Barksdale offers a wide range of solutions, including:
- Pressure Transducers & Switches: Rugged, customizable, and built for precision in water treatment systems.
- Level Sensors & Indicators: Designed for continuous monitoring in reservoirs, tanks, and pipelines.
- Temperature Switches: Reliable and accurate, ideal for maintaining optimal conditions in water processing environments.
These products are used in applications ranging from agricultural irrigation and desalination plants to municipal water systems and industrial wastewater treatment.
A Global Partner for a Global Challenge
With manufacturing and support facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and backed by parent company Crane Co., Barksdale is positioned to support customers worldwide. Their commitment to continuous innovation and customer collaboration ensures that their solutions evolve alongside the needs of the water industry.
Advancing Water Treatment Technology
Barksdale is not just supplying components—they’re helping to engineer the future of water management. By partnering with system and equipment manufacturers, Barksdale contributes to the development of smarter, more efficient water systems that address the challenges of scarcity, sustainability, and safety.
Conclusion
As the global water crisis deepens, the need for reliable, innovative control solutions becomes more critical. Barksdale’s products are designed to meet this challenge head-on, helping industries around the world monitor, manage, and protect one of our most precious resources.
Learn more about how Barksdale is helping to “Control Every Drop” here.