Transform Utility Management with Real-Time Smart Metering Solutions
LoRaWANTech’s Smart Utility Metering systems deliver accurate, automated water, gas, and electricity monitoring—streamlining billing and infrastructure oversight.
As utility providers face rising infrastructure costs, regulatory pressures, and growing customer expectations, Smart Utility Metering has emerged as a key enabler of next-generation service delivery. These systems enable real-time monitoring of electricity, gas, and water usage, eliminating manual reads, improving billing accuracy, and reducing energy losses through early leak or fault detection.
LoRaWANTech partners with municipalities, energy providers, and private utilities across North America to deploy scalable, interoperable smart metering solutions. Built on reliable long-range connectivity and open data platforms, our systems empower utility operators with greater visibility, automation, and control over critical infrastructure—whether in dense urban areas or remote rural sites.
Core Components of Smart Metering Systems
Leveraging proven technologies from GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc., LoRaWANTech delivers advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) tailored to a range of deployment environments.
Hardware Components
- Embedded LoRa Modules (e.g., STM32WL, Semtech SX127x/SX126x Series) – Complemented by Wi-Fi HaLow Gateways/Routers for seamless module-based wireless communication.
- RF Transceiver Chipsets – Supported by BLE Gateways, Beacons & Accessories to bridge short-range RF to Wi-Fi mesh networks.
- Plug-and-Play Sensor Modules – Matched with Environmental & Agriculture Sensors for localized Wi-Fi-based environmental sensing.
- Integrated Microcontrollers with LoRa – Utilized alongside Device Edge products for processing and transmitting data within Wi-Fi-enabled infrastructure.
- Evaluation Boards for Development – Paired with EEPROM Chips and Accessories for memory and prototyping in Wi-Fi development workflows.
- Antenna Kits and RF Filters – Aligned with Zigbee Accessories to optimize RF performance in local Wi-Fi system integration.
Software & Network Management
- LoRaWAN Stack Libraries and SDKs
- Firmware Development Tools
- Configuration Software
- LoRa Device Management Platforms
- Over-the-Air (OTA) Update Solutions
Cloud Services
- Utility Management Platforms: Visualize usage, set alerts, and generate detailed reports.
- Billing System Integration: Automate invoicing based on accurate, timestamped data.
- Leak Detection & Event Logging: Real-time alerts for anomalies, faults, or tampering.
Key Features and Functionalities
- Automated Meter Reading (AMR): Eliminate manual data collection and human error.
- Usage Transparency: Real-time and historical consumption data for customers and utilities.
- Event Alerts: Leak detection, reverse flow, and tamper notifications.
- Remote Disconnection/Reconnection: Support for prepaid or delinquent accounts.
- Scalable Deployment: Easily supports thousands of endpoints over large geographies.
- Data Encryption & Security: End-to-end AES encryption for data integrity and privacy.
Integrations & Compatibility
LoRaWANTech’s smart metering systems are fully compatible with:
- LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, and LTE networks
- Open metering standards (e.g., DLMS/COSEM, M-Bus)
- Utility billing and CRM systems
- Municipal and private cloud infrastructure
- Smart grid and demand-response platforms
Our integration team ensures minimal disruption during migration from legacy systems and provides future-proofed architecture for upcoming compliance mandates.
Benefits of LoRaWANTech’s Smart Utility Metering Solutions
- Operational Efficiency: Reduce field visits and manual errors with remote reads and controls.
- Revenue Assurance: Improve billing accuracy and reduce losses due to leaks or theft.
- Customer Engagement: Empower customers with usage insights and real-time alerts.
- Sustainability Impact: Detect waste and optimize consumption to conserve resources.
- Regulatory Compliance: Meet federal and provincial reporting standards with automated logs.
- Quick ROI: Lower labor, maintenance, and loss costs deliver faster payback on investment.
Applications
- Residential water, gas, and electric usage tracking
- Commercial and industrial multi-utility monitoring
- Leak and anomaly detection in pipeline systems
- Remote tenant billing in multi-unit housing
- Load balancing for electrical substations
- Prepaid utility models in remote communities
Industries We Serve
- Municipal Utilities & Public Works
- Private Water, Gas & Electricity Providers
- Property & Facility Management Firms
- Rural Co-ops and Regional Utility Boards
- Smart Building and Campus Operators
- Government Energy Efficiency Programs
Relevant U.S. & Canadian Industry Standards
- ANSI C12.1 / C12.20 (Electric Metering Accuracy)
- AWWA C707 (Remote Reading Meters)
- LoRa Alliance Specification v1.0.4
- FCC Part 15 (Wireless Communication)
- Industry Canada RSS-210
- Measurement Canada (Smart Meter Certification)
- NIST Smart Grid Interoperability Standards
Case Studies
A regional electric utility replaced over 5,000 analog meters with LoRaWANTech -supported smart meters integrated via LoRaWAN. The system enabled real-time usage data, reduced service calls, and cut operational costs by 30%.
Working with a local utility, LoRaWANTech deployed LoRaWAN-connected ultrasonic water meters and GAO RFID Inc. leak detection sensors. The initiative identified pipe leakage early, reducing non-revenue water losses by 28% within 12 months.
A propane supplier serving remote communities integrated LoRaWANTech’s tank-level sensors and gateways. Automated readings replaced manual checks, cut delivery costs, and improved service reliability during winter.
Ready to modernize your utility infrastructure with secure, scalable smart metering?
Contact the LoRaWANTech team for expert advice, tailored solutions, and hardware recommendations to fit your specific operational and geographic needs. Let us help you unlock data-driven efficiency and utility innovation—today.