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Partnership Between Itron and SmartThings Unlocks Utility Energy Analytics for Carbon Reduction

Itron, Inc. and SmartThings, Inc. are collaborating to deliver a seamless energy experience by integrating Itron’s industrial IoT network solution and SmartThings’ services and solution. The companies intend to combine their industry-leading IoT platforms to enable utilities to unlock the user experience and rapidly increase value for both consumers and utilities through enhanced distributed energy … Continued

The Rapid Advancement of the Electromagnetic Flow Meter

The market for electromagnetic flow meters has experienced rapid expansion in recent years, and this pattern is expected to hold in the years to come. This increase is primarily attributable to technological advancements that have increased the accuracy and dependability of electromagnetic flow meters, allowing them to support a wider range of applications.   Magnetic … Continued

Agricultural Debris Flow Meter Recommendations

Due to the fact that agricultural surface water applications divert water from lakes, rivers, or other similar sources, natural vegetation is abundant and frequently flows into the pipeline alongside the water. These surface water bodies may accumulate grass, moss, leaves, and other materials when irrigators pump water out of them.    Although these surface water … Continued

Aspects to Consider When Assessing Flow Meter Accuracy

When it comes to flow meter accuracy, regardless of the type or manufacturer of flow meter used in a system, there are two key aspects of flow meter that must be considered.   First, the equipment’s actual stated accuracy range, which will be given as a percentage figure like +/- 0.2%. This would suggest that … Continued

The Functions and Principles of a Turbine Flow Meter

  A turbine flow meter is a device for measuring volume. As liquid or gas travels through the turbine housing, it causes the blades to revolve. The velocity of the fluid traveling through the flow meter is directly proportional to the velocity of the turbine rotor.   The rotor is connected to a set of … Continued

Save Water and Money with High-Accuracy Electromagnetic Flow Meters

  Identifying lost water begins with selecting a flow measurement method. Depending on the application, a number of flow measurement techniques are available. In closed pipe systems, they can include orifice, mechanical, ultrasonic, and electromagnetic flow meters. Each of these procedures has its own advantages and disadvantages.   The second key factor is the measurement … Continued

Avanti Company Offers Professional AMR and AMI Technical Support

  Automatic meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) technologies are growing increasingly popular as utilities attempt to improve consumer interactions, streamline operations, and provide data in real time. At the Avanti Company, we are committed to providing the most dependable and high-quality water meters available, as well as the most effective and complete … Continued

Implementation of a Water Meter: Pros and Cons

  As the price of water continues to rise, water loss is becoming an increasing concern for commercial and industrial enterprises. Many institutions are using metering technologies to swiftly locate and fix leaks in an effort to reduce water loss. For these purposes, a variety of metering systems are available. Here, we’ll look at the … Continued

What You Need to Know About Battery-Powered Flow Meter Maintenance

While routine maintenance is necessary to keep all flow meters in good working order, battery-powered flow meters have a few extra procedures to take in addition to best practices used with meters of other types. Here are some typical locations that need routine attention if you want to make sure your battery-powered flow meter maintenance … Continued

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PI Mag: A Faster, Smarter Solution for Accurate Flow Measurement

When it comes to water system operations, speed, accuracy, and minimal disruption are essential. Traditional flow meter installations can require significant downtime, increased labor, and interruptions to service. The McCrometer FPI Mag offers a faster and more efficient approach, delivering reliable flow data without the challenges of a lengthy installation process. At the Avanti Company, … Continued