A second generation version of the SL-RAT is developed with an improved user interface, better power management, and ruggedized for field use. Charlotte Water purchases several units that successfully inspect over 1 million feet of pipe.
Based on feedback from Charlotte Water, Dr. Howitt develops first generation of the Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool or SL-RAT. Charlotte Water becomes the first SL-RAT customer.
Wins National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Grant. Enables product development, company formation, and business operations.
InfoSense, Inc. formed in North Carolina.
Develops acoustic communication technologies developed from Dr. Howitt’s research.
Dr. Ivan Howitt, faculty member at UNC Charlotte, begins researching sewer inspection technology based on years of problems brought forth by Charlotte Water. Click to watch our origin story as told by founder Dr. Howitt.
