The FlexNet system uses a dedicated, licensed frequency spectrum which is protected against interference by other networks and devices. “The data from meter readings is essential to manage and optimise our distribution network, so reliability and coverage of the network were the priorities.” “We needed a technology solution to address the dangers our employees face when trying to manually read meters in hard-to-reach locations,” said Rik Thijssen, manager of business development for Vitens. Vitens also believed the FlexNet system would improve operational efficiency through actual, rather than estimated readings.
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The utility determined that Sensus would deliver the functionality it needed to remotely read hard-to-reach water meters, eliminating the need for manual reads, which frequently led to unsafe conditions for technicians. Vitens was looking for a technology that would enable its technicians to accurately read water meters that were installed underground or blocked by an obstruction such as a metal cover. Safe, accurate reading of hard-to-reach meters The Leeuwarden pilot achieved 100 percent read success rates, demonstrating the benefits of using dedicated communications technology specially developed for the utility sector. The purpose of the trial deployment was to reliably and securely read meters that are difficult to reach due to location or obstruction. With the rapid growth of connected sensors and devices, Sensus has deployed solutions for mission critical IoT applications within the dedicated FlexNet communication network. Vitens, the largest water company in the Netherlands, has run a successful pilot using the Sensus FlexNet ® communication network.