Traditional systems assume stable flow paths and consistent meter behavior. In multi-node networks, flow routinely splits, reroutes, or changes direction as wells, pumps, and facilities cycle. These normal operating changes often appear as leaks to basic line balance systems, leading to false alarms, or they mask small leaks entirely. VBx was designed to handle this network behavior rather than treating it as noise.

VBx evaluates the network as a system rather than isolated segments. Network-aware statistical logic looks for imbalance patterns that persist across time and nodes, indicating a leak versus short-term redistribution caused by operational changes. This allows VBx to stay sensitive to leaks without alarming every time flow routing changes.

Yes. Multi-node networks often include a mix of custody meters, older turbine meters, and segments with limited instrumentation. VBx accounts for meter uncertainty and applies appropriate weighting across the network to support reliable leak detection when data quality varies between nodes. While VBx does not combine pressure-only and flow-only measurements within the same pipeline segment, it is commonly deployed across networks where different segments are instrumented differently and designed to operate effectively in imperfect, real-world conditions.

On complex networks, VBx provides zone-level or segment-level localization, helping operators prioritize response to the most likely area of concern. Localization is intended to reduce search scope and response time, not to pinpoint an exact weld or fitting, which aligns with how networked pipelines are inspected in practice.

Minimal. VBx uses your existing SCADA and communications, no new hardware or trenching required.