Sensus Introduces The accuMAG Meter For Precision In Commercial Water Measurement
First commercial mag meter for Sensus will deliver greater accuracy with fewer maintenance requirements
Water utilities now have a powerful ally in ensuring accurate measurement of commercial water usage. The new Sensus accuMAG meter, is a stand-alone commercial water meter that delivers superior accuracy and reliability, has low maintenance requirements, and can connect with Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems. Because commercial customers often account for approximately 50 percent of the revenue for a water utility, efficient measurement and management of commercial water usage is critical. The accuMAG meter is the first commercial magnetic (mag) meter from Sensus and is available in 3" to 24" sizes.
The battery-operated accuMAG meter applies magnetic measuring principles, a rectangular flow tube design and a uniform flow profile to deliver heightened accuracy and reliability. A specialized sensor design maintains this measurement accuracy even at very low or high flows, and will remain constant whether the meter is installed vertically, horizontally or diagonally. The meter has no moving parts, which also contributes to high accuracy over the lifetime of the meter.
"Smart water metering is poised for significant growth as water utilities realize that many of the benefits of the smart grid will also enable them to conserve resources, operate more efficiently and better serve their customers," said Mike Tracy, vice president of North American Water for Sensus. "Sensus is already at the forefront of this trend with a suite of intelligent, highly accurate water metrology solutions, and the accuMAG meterfurther expands our smart meter offering to water utilities."
The accuMAG meter can connect with the Sensus FlexNet AMI communications network or other AMI and AMR systems, and can be used for many commercial and industrial applications including wastewater, distribution networks, irrigation, and any application where mechanical or wear issues occur. Pulse output capabilities are available for use with SCADA systems. With a sustainable and durable Rilsan® coating on the flow tube liner, the accuMAG lasts up to 10 years in sea water and offers high resistance to abrasion and corrosion. The durable, maintenance-free material is smooth and pore-free to prevent minerals from sticking, which is particularly important for the flow tube liner.
The accuMAG meter features a highly efficient coil design that results in up to a 15-year battery life. A battery-operated meter also allows for a simpler, less costly installation and assures that the meter will perform even through power disturbances. The 3" through 12" accuMAG meters have zero diameter (0D) inlet and outlet straight pipe requirements so they can be installed in more compact installations or where valves or pumps are located on the inlet side of the meters.
About Sensus
Sensus leads in innovative and evolving technology solutions that enable intelligent use and conservation of critical energy and water resources. Sensus has led the discovery, development, and implementation of technologies for the energy and water industries for more than a century. Water, gas, and electric utility customers around the world benefit from the company's open, flexible products and solutions to help them optimize their resources – today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., USA, Sensus serves customers from locations throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. For more information, visit www.sensus.com.
SOURCE: Sensus