The data from the individual meters is transferred to a
concentrator on site, which collates and transfers it via GSM/GPRS to the
supply companies. The ME50-169 modules are fully compatible to Telit’s gateway
solution, the GG863-SR, which integrates Short Range and GSM/GPRS capabilities.
This ready-to-use device allows utility companies to deploy large Wireless
M-Bus solutions easily.
The new ME50-169 is another proof of Telit’s commitment
to the smart metering market, providing a ready-to-use solution for a matchless
time to market and complementary offerings. This enables customers to cover all
the requirements of a Wireless M-Bus smart metering projects easily,” said Tony
Spizzichino, CEO of Telit RF Technologies.
Short Range with cellular data transmission can fully
overcome the Short Range limitations. Such integration provides companies a
crucial solution at low costs and energy efficiency to meet all customer
requirements.
Smart metering is already being successfully used in
Italy, Scandinavia, the Netherlands, North America and Australia. In Germany,
from 2010 onwards, new buildings are required to be equipped with smart meters,
and from 2018 this will apply to all buildings. Also in the UK, the government
launched a smart metering project planning to install one million
GPRS-connected gas meters until 2020.
By Telecomlead.com Team
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