The UK’s wastewater network was transformed in the 19th Century to improve sanitation and this investment led to a dramatic improvement in public health. While the UK population has since tripled, the network has struggled to keep up with the rise in demand.
When facing the challenges of maintaining a Victorian-era sewer network with the additional challenges of climate change and urbanisation, water companies are under increasing pressure to find smart, cost-effective solutions.
Already successful in the wastewater inspection market, Minicam has been growing fast for several years. Its ambition is to become a global leader in inspection and maintenance solutions. To help accelerate this growth, Minicam wanted to add complimentary technologies to its core product portfolio. Cure-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) adds new lining into old pipework from existing access points, without the need for digging holes. This is far less disruptive and more cost-effective means of maintaining the wastewater network than digging up roads to replace pipes.
Dancutter manufactures robotic equipment that is deployed inside pipes, used for cutting and reopening connections after relining operations, cleaning and maintenance. Halma supported Minicam to acquire Dancutter in June 2021 to form the Minicam Group.
“Dancutter is an expert in robotic lateral cutting solutions and a natural addition to Minicam’s inspection products. They broaden our product portfolio into maintenance and rehabilitation, offering a wider range of solutions to our shared customers. The ease of use and robustness of their products as well as their team ethos and company culture are also totally aligned with the values that have made Minicam successful, and we were delighted to welcome them to the group.”
Tom Davies, Managing Director, Minicam Group
This is great example of Halma’s active portfolio management, enabling Minicam to acquire adjacent technologies and specialist capabilities to help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.
