Advanced Metering Infrastructure
Advanced metering goes beyond a simple meter read and realizes the potential of sending and receiving information from every touchpoint on a system. Landis+Gyr technology includes two-way fixed networks for near real-time communication with, and programming of, advanced metering endpoints. Deployment options include dynamic RF mesh and PLC-based systems, GPRS, 3G Wimax and others that enable:
- Revenue protection
- Interval usage data
- Demand response and time-based rates
- In-home networks
- Remote disconnect of service
An advanced metering and smart grid infrastructure must be able to satisfy the operations, engineering, customer service and regulatory demands utilities face today. In addition, these solutions must be seamlessly and efficiently integrated into the utility's operations network to be cost effective. Landis+Gyr accomplishes this by offering a best-fit technology and deployment approach that encompasses a wealth of hardware and software tools, supported by an experienced staff of service and support professionals.
Control peak power costs
Controlling peak demand through time-based pricing programs and automated devices is a key component of energy conservation and resource management. Advanced two-way networks from Landis+Gyr deliver the data for dynamic pricing along with remote control signals with verification. The result is the ability to offer customers efficient and effective demand response programs.
Load shedding devices
Command, control, and verification of load shedding devices for air conditioning, pool pumps, spas, programmable communicating thermostats, and domestic hot water is available for both RF and PLC networks. Fast, reliable broadcast messaging allows SCRAM of system load groups for dependable load blocks to meet both reliability and economic dispatch.
Improve energy reliability and delivery
Obtaining proactive outage notification and restoration notification is a key benefit of Landis+Gyr networks. When integrated with an OMS system, AMI data provides both customer service and engineering benefits for the utility. Some systems provide additional benefits, including selectable monitoring and reporting of voltage, load profile and coincident demand data for monitoring and maintaining the distribution network.