The Internet of Things for Water Metering
IoT water metering (Internet of Things) is revolutionizing water distribution network management by enabling automatic remote reading, real-time monitoring, and predictive analytics of water consumption. Through LPWAN (Low Power Wide Area Network) technologies, every meter becomes an intelligent sensor connected to the cloud.
Connectivity Technologies
NB-IoT (Narrowband IoT)
NB-IoT technology uses existing cellular infrastructure (3GPP bands) for national coverage without deploying additional infrastructure. Key strengths: excellent indoor penetration (walls, basements, meter pits), 10-year battery life, and reliable transmission even in dense environments. Ideal for urban deployments where cellular coverage is already established.
LoRaWAN
LoRaWAN technology enables creating a private network with over 15 km range in rural areas. Ideal for utilities that want full control over their communication infrastructure, with no operator subscription fees. Battery life of 15 years with 4 daily readings. A single gateway can cover thousands of meters.
Retrofit Module for Existing Meters
Our retrofit module is a plug-and-play solution that transforms any existing mechanical water meter into a connected smart meter. Compatible with pulse outputs and M-Bus interfaces from major brands (Sensus, Itron, Diehl), it enables gradual migration to smart metering without replacing your entire meter fleet — protecting your existing investment while gaining IoT capabilities.
Benefits of IoT Water Metering
- Automatic remote reading — Eliminate manual meter reading and associated labor costs
- Real-time leak detection — Instant alerts for rapid intervention, reducing water losses
- Consumption profile analysis — Identify anomalies, optimize distribution, and forecast demand
- Accurate billing — Reliable, timestamped metering data for fair and transparent billing
- NRW reduction — Documented 20-30% reduction in non-revenue water within the first year
