Abstract: A device for measuring fluid parameters may be modular or integrally formed. The device is positioned on a machine that includes one or more fluids to be monitored, and the device includes a (1) controller, (2) spacer that connects to a power source and that may include one or more connectors to connect to remote sensors, and (3) an optional manifold through which the fluid may pass. The manifold could include fluid sensors and/or be connectable to a sample bottle for the purpose of taking fluid samples.

Abstract: A sample container cap (or “cap”) is configured to be used with a sample container for collecting fluids. The cap has (1) a bottom portion having a bottom cavity configured to retain a sample container, a bottom opening configured to permit fluid to pass therethrough and into the sample container, and (2) a top portion connected to the bottom portion, wherein the top portion includes a top opening configured to permit fluid to pass therethrough. The sample container cap has at least a (1) a first position in which the top opening and bottom opening are not aligned and the cap is configured so that fluid cannot pass therethrough, and (2) a second position in which the top opening and bottom opening are aligned and the cap is configured so that fluid can pass therethrough and into the sample container.

Abstract: A device for measuring fluid parameters may be modular or integrally formed. The device is positioned on a machine that includes one or more fluids to be monitored, and the device includes a (1) controller, (2) spacer that connects to a power source and that may include one or more connectors to connect to remote sensors, and (3) an optional manifold through which the fluid may pass. The manifold could include fluid sensors and/or be connectable to a sample bottle for the purpose of taking fluid samples.

Abstract: An air monitoring system measures tan amount of pollutant in the air. The system includes a plurality of air quality sensor devices arranged within a selected area. Each of the air quality sensor devices is configured to measure air pollutant levels in the selected area, and includes at least one sensor operatively coupled to a controller, wherein the controller is configured to receive a measured input from the at least one sensor. A wireless communication device is coupled to the controller, and is configured to communicate with a central server device.

Abstract: A sample container cap (or “cap”) is configured to be used with a sample container for collecting fluids. The cap has a body and a shutter connected to the body. The cap has a (1) first, open position in which at least one body opening and at least one shutter opening are not aligned and the cap is configured so that fluid cannot readily pass therethrough, (2) second, open position in which the at least one body opening and the at least one shutter opening are aligned and the cap is configured so that fluid can pass therethrough, and (3) third, closed and locked position, in which the at least one shutter opening and the at least one body opening are not aligned and fluid cannot readily pass through the cap, and the cap is configured to not be moved to an open position.

Abstract: An air monitoring system measures tan amount of pollutant in the air. The system includes a plurality of air quality sensor devices arranged within a selected area. Each of the air quality sensor devices is configured to measure air pollutant levels in the selected area, and includes at least one sensor operatively coupled to a controller, wherein the controller is configured to receive a measured input from the at least one sensor. A wireless communication device is coupled to the controller, and is configured to communicate with a central server device.

Abstract: A device for measuring fluid parameters may be modular or integrally formed. The device is positioned on a machine that includes one or more fluids to be monitored, and the device includes a (1) controller, (2) spacer that connects to a power source and that may include one or more connectors to connect to remote sensors, and (3) an optional manifold through which the fluid may pass. The manifold could include fluid sensors and/or be connectable to a sample bottle for the purpose of taking fluid samples.

Abstract: A device for monitoring the function of an engine is powered by heat from the engine or other sources other than a conventional, external direct electrical power supply, which may create sparks and/or be unavailable. The device monitors one or more of heat, vibration, or other parameters and can detect certain problems with engine function. The device is particularly suited for remote engine monitoring, and can store and/or display data concerning monitored engine characteristics, and/or directly or indirectly send such data to a location removed from the engine.

Abstract: A fluid monitoring and management device that includes a housing with a fluid passageway. The fluid monitoring and management device further includes a fluid property sensor with a sensing element in the fluid passageway. A valve is in the fluid passageway of the fluid monitoring and management device. A removable bottle mount is aligned with the valve to be selectively in fluid communication with the fluid passageway.

Abstract: A fluid monitoring and management device that includes a housing with a fluid passageway. The fluid monitoring and management device further includes a fluid property sensor with a sensing element in the fluid passageway. A valve is in the fluid passageway of the fluid monitoring and management device. A removable bottle mount is aligned with the valve to be selectively in fluid communication with the fluid passageway.

Abstract: A device for monitoring the function of an engine is powered by heat from the engine or other sources other than a conventional, external direct electrical power supply, which may create sparks and/or be unavailable. The device monitors one or more of heat, vibration, or other parameters and can detect certain problems with engine function. The device is particularly suited for remote engine monitoring, and can store and/or display data concerning monitored engine characteristics, and/or directly or indirectly send such data to a location removed from the engine.

Abstract: A fluid flow monitoring and management device that includes a fluid flow body having a magnet and a sensor secured to the fluid flow body. The sensor includes a magnetometer in a signal relationship with the magnet.

Abstract: A fluid monitoring and management device that includes a housing with a fluid passageway. The fluid monitoring and management device further includes a fluid property sensor with a sensing element in the fluid passageway. A valve is in the fluid passageway of the fluid monitoring and management device. A removable bottle mount is aligned with the valve to be selectively in fluid communication with the fluid passageway.

Abstract: A device for monitoring the function of an engine is powered by heat from the engine or other sources other than a conventional, external direct electrical power supply, which may create sparks and/or be unavailable. The device monitors one or more of heat, vibration, or other parameters and can detect certain problems with engine function. The device is particularly suited for remote engine monitoring, and can store and/or display data concerning monitored engine characteristics, and/or directly or indirectly send such data to a location removed from the engine.

Abstract: An air monitoring array system can comprise a plurality of air quality sensor devices arranged within a selected area, which can be configured to measure air pollutant levels in the selected area. Furthermore, each of the plurality of air quality sensor devices can comprise at least one sensor operatively coupled to a controller, and a wireless communication device also coupled to the controller. In various embodiments, the controller can be configured to receive a measured input from the at least one sensor. Also, the wireless communication device can be configured to communicate with a central server.

Abstract: A holding tank monitoring system includes a sensor that is preferably located near the input of a holding tank and measures characteristics of the fluid entering the holding tank over time to predict the expected remaining production in the well.

Abstract: A volatile organic compound (VOC) sensor device can comprise a sensor located in proximity to a tank vent of a storage tank, wherein the sensor can be configured to monitor flumes from the tank vent; a controller operatively coupled to the sensor, wherein the controller can be configured to receive a measured input from the sensor, wherein the measured input can be VOC measurement data of the flumes; and a wireless communication device coupled to the controller, wherein the wireless communication device can be configured to communicate with a coordinator.

Abstract: Disclosed is one or more tanks wherein each tank includes one or more sensor devices that measure one or more of the volume of fluid in the tank, the rate of fluid input into the tank and characteristics of the fluid entering the tank. The data has several uses including scheduling the draining of the tank and determining where to empty the contents drained from the tank.

Abstract: A selective holding tank draining system can comprise a sensor device configured to receive total dissolved solids (TDS) data of a stored fluid from a TDS sensor, and wherein the sensor device can be configured to receive volume data of the stored fluid from a volume sensor, and a central server configured to determine a selected TDS level for disposal of the stored fluid. In various embodiments, an average TDS level of a drained volume of the stored fluid if draining from two or more tanks can be calculated. Furthermore, the stored fluid volume to drain from each of the two or more tanks to achieve a drained mixture having less than the selected TDS level can be determined.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices and methods for detecting and relaying operating parameters of equipment, devices or liquid, gaseous or solid materials. Embodiments of the invention may be utilized to determine whether equipment is operating within established operating parameters or to detect other characteristics of the equipment, device or material being monitored.