Abstract: A method and apparatus for monitoring, controlling, recording, and transmitting operational parameters of an aquifer test, municipal well, dewatering project, pump and treat remediation project, or similar activity is presented. Water from a water source, typically a well, is directed through a flow control and monitoring assembly containing sensors to measure well parameters. Sensor readings are sent to a computing device for processing. Discrepancies are detected and operational parameters adjusted to avoid discrepancy-related failures. On-site and off-site personnel interface with the system through a man-machine interface or telephonic communication means, respectively. Performance and efficiency are determined in terms of drawdown, yield, rate of flow, residual drawdown, and specific capacity.

Abstract: A hose coupling device is connected to a hose to allow the hose to freely rotate around the axis of the hose coupling device and the hose, such that torque, twisting or kinking of the hose is relieved, released, or eliminated. A hose 30 is cut into two portions. Each portion of the hose 30 is fitted with an insert 24, which holds a nut 22 against the lipped side of said insert 24. Hose clamps 26 are placed over each portion of the hose 30, above each insert 24 and against each nut 22. A threaded pipe nipple 20 is fitted into each nut 22. Screws 28 are tightened into hose clamps 26. Torque, twisting or kinking of the hose is relieved, released, or eliminated by allowing the two portions of the hose to rotate relative to each other.