Additionally, many utilities with limited read schedules rely on water estimations to bill customers. This is especially beneficial for utilities that were previously limited to monthly or quarterly meter reads when issues could not always be identified or addressed as urgently as they should be to prevent greater damage or expense. Within the smart data collection system, utilities can monitor their network and diagnose areas of pressure loss and leaks to quickly address issues and bill customers more accurately. For example, our ORION ® Cellular endpoint automatically broadcasts 15-minute interval data on a continuous schedule, up to four times per workday. The accompanying endpoints collect the flow data that is securely transmitted to the data collection system at routine intervals. Smart water metering systems are comprised of meters, endpoints, a data collection system and system management. How Does a Smart Water Metering System Work? Smart water solutions are available for utilities of all types, regardless of population, location or existing infrastructure. It provides continuous and historical data, while improving system intelligence, visibility, automation and control to help water utilities optimize all areas of their water network.Ī common misconception is that smart water metering systems are only suitable for cities of a certain size or utilities that currently utilize a cellular-based infrastructure. Smart water is an industry term which refers to a network of smart water meters and intelligent infrastructure deployed as part of an advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) system. When every drop counts more than ever, it’s clear to see why the municipal water industry has undergone a pivotal transformation to implement smart solutions that are revolutionizing water systems.
Especially as utilities seek out solutions to support conservation goals by addressing non-revenue water, water loss and scarcity, aging infrastructure and population growth concerns. In an age where virtually everything is “smart,” it shouldn’t come as a surprise that water systems can be, too.