Reasons Utilities Select FlexNet Over Cellular for Their AMI Network
With FlexNet, your Smart Utility Network needs can be achieved with one system that has been designed from the ground up for each of our utility customers. Using a system that supports multiple applications on a single network—for a variety of solutions—is the most cost-efficient option. Furthermore, FlexNet brings you the lowest total cost of […]
Read MoreLeak Testing with Helium for Blended Hydrogen Applications
In this Sensus whitepaper we will address the safety risks of a hydrogen blended natural gas, the necessary actions to reduce these safety risks and the process in which devices and equipment are considered acceptable for use in hydrogen environments. In this whitepaper we will explore: The engineering challenges associated with safely transporting a hydrogen […]
Read MoreScheduled Remote Disconnect AMI Meters
Upgrading their advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) with remote reconnect/disconnect meters (RD) that can schedule disconnects and reconnects, will provide electric utilities with more granular control over their load management and help reduce financial and operational disruptions for their customers. The more frequent scenarios where RD meters can be used for load control include disconnects for: […]
Read MoreSolid-State, Ultrasonic Technology in Gas Metering
Future-forward gas utilities that adopt this technology can leverage its advantages to increase process efficiencies and hone a competitive advantage in the smart gas landscape. Engineering 360 This quick refresher on ultrasonic metering includes: A brief history of ultrasonic metering The tenets of how ultrasonic metering applies to gas A comparison of the benefits of […]
Read MoreMitigating the Impact of Unintentional Islanding on Electric Utility Transmission Systems from Distributed Energy Resources
Distributed energy resources (DERs) introduce an element of variability and unpredictability that adds complexity to distribution planning efforts. Unintentional islanding of interconnected systems can lead to sustained overvoltage conditions and bidirectional power flow. This poses a serious threat to both employee safety and grid reliability. Traditional protection schemes such as Direct Transfer Trips (DTT) offer […]
Read MoreCreating the Digital Utility
The digital revolution is growing at an exponential rate. As the volume of data collection and exchange builds momentum, the time is ripe for utilities to reap the benefits that turning ’digital’ involves. In this white paper, we offer a practical guide to what strategic and measurable benefits data can bring to a water company […]
Read MoreThe Utility’s Guide to Evaluating Network as a Service (NaaS)
The AMI network is the backbone to your daily business operations. Utilities must carefully consider many factors when choosing a Network as a Service (NaaS) provider. This white paper serves as a tool to guide your decision making process. Understand what to look for, questions to ask, and options to consider as you research communication […]
Read MoreElectric AMI Request for Proposal Template
Are you considering purchasing an electric AMI solution? If so, then you’ve probably started the arduous process of developing the dreaded, but often necessary, Request for Proposal (RFP). We understand your pain. That’s why we’ve created a handy 17-page template, packed full of information to kickstart the process for you. After combing through hundreds of […]
Read MoreNext Generation Smart Water: Non-Revenue Water Reduction
Water utilities around the world face the challenge of finding the right balance between investing to develop natural water resources (e.g. new water reservoirs, dams and aquifer boreholes) or investing to ensure the most efficient use of labour, finance, equipment and technologies needed to manage the water network more effectively. Both excessive consumption and excessive […]
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