Evaluating Alternative Power Line Carrier Solutions?
There are many decisions to make when evaluating alternatives to Power Line Carrier (PLC) systems. We’ve developed a list of questions that you should ask your prospective Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) vendor before making the switch.
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What are the infrastructure requirements for your network?
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How does your system support phase detection?
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Have your existing customers been able to migrate to your next generation applications and products without replacing the network and existing meters?
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How does your network handle the challenges of rural environments?
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How do I add Distribution Automation (DA) and Demand Response (DR) to your network?