Patent ID: 11859756
Assignee: QINOV8 UK LTD
Field: Mechanical elements (Mechanical engineering)
Classification: CPC F  G | IPC F  G

Claim 0:
1. A system for locating a leak site in an underground water pipeline, the system comprising a leak detection element, means for introducing the leak detection element into the pipeline through an outlet of a hydrant valve, and means for detecting the location of the leak detection element from above the ground, wherein the means for introducing the leak detection element into the pipeline includes capping means adapted for attachment to, and sealing of the outlet of the hydrant, the capping means having at least one opening therethrough to allow passage of an elongate element through the capping means and into the outlet of the hydrant, wherein the capping means is provided with a substantially waterproof membrane to provide a seal between the capping means and the outlet of the hydrant, and the at least one opening is provided with a substantially waterproof membrane to provide a seal between the elongate element and the at least one opening.