Depending on its location and type, a water meter may require regular inspection. Therefore, it is essential that water meters are always accessible so that they may be inspected and analyzed promptly. Having easy access to the meter also ensures that it can be swiftly turned off in an emergency. The property owner or tenant … Continued
As water utilities are well aware, water scarcity is already a problem, and its escalation over recent years has prompted immediate action. Fortunately, utilities have proven techniques at their disposal for combating and resolving this threat more rapidly and cost-effectively than older methods. Here are various areas of focus and opportunities where water utilities can … Continued
Changing regulations have increased the usage of flow meters in agriculture and turf irrigation. Although growers and irrigators may be compelled to report water usage, the greatest benefit of a flow meter is day-to-day flow management. Outside of required metering, there are a number of agriculture applications in which a flow meter can be integrated … Continued
As part of an expanded partnership with Microsoft, Itron is integrating its energy management technology with Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform to promote cloud adoption and the next generation of consumer and grid edge solutions for the utility and smart cities industries. Itron has stated that it wants to address industrial difficulties in carbon tracking, data … Continued
The volume of water used by a residential or business facility supplied with public water is measured using a device known as a water meter. Water metes can also be used to monitor flow of water at specific locations in the system to detect abnormal conditions. Water meter readings are the responsibility of the water … Continued
Leak detection and prevention are both dependent on testing. Leaks can cause severe financial, physical, and environmental impact if not handled. The Avanti Company, Florida’s leading flow meter and water meter supplier, offers services that help customers avoid dangerous hazards and ensure that their collection systems are secure, fast, and effective for years to come. … Continued
Flow meter data is an integral part of control and quality improvement in system maintenance of industrial meters. Ensuring the correct measurements are taken will contribute to a high level of quality and regulatory compliance. Smart electronics with mechanical meters aid in attaining the highest level of production by dispensing the correct quantity of resources … Continued
Flow meters are no exception to the adage that all good things must come to an end. Due to the fact that routine maintenance is the most dependable method of evaluating the status of your equipment, you should be able to spot the warning signs of a meter that is not performing as intended, allowing … Continued
Golf courses that are striving to cut back on their water usage rely on low-cost, long-lasting water meters. Water meters give a quantitative study of water conservation efforts, and they enable golf course superintendents to properly monitor water consumption and avoid costly municipal fines by estimating irrigation volumes. To deal with the escalating economic, environmental, … Continued
In terms of technology and application, propeller meters are fairly similar to turbine meters. The rotating element and its suspension in the fluid stream are the fundamental differences between the two. A propeller is usually composed of thick injection molded plastic and is supported by a single bearing assembly. It faces straight into the flow. … Continued
Itron, Inc., which is revolutionizing how utilities and cities manage energy and water, has announced the launch of Itron’s online Partner Solution Marketplace. This new marketplace allows Itron customers and prospects to access field-proven and pilot-ready solutions from third parties, simplifying the process of identifying and learning about solutions that can help them continue to … Continued
Water meter data can be a utility’s best friend or its worst enemy. Collecting water data is a challenging operation for certain utilities. Antiquated technology or inaccurate meters make it difficult to get reads at all, let alone evaluate them. Analytics software can assist utilities in overcoming these obstacles and maximize the value of their … Continued
