Press Release - Smart Meter

Ocala, Florida, June 2009 Elster AMCO to Unveil Groundbreaking Water Metering Solutions at AWWA ACE ’09 — The World's Water Event

Elster AMCO Water, the leader in water metering systems and solutions is unveiling new groundbreaking products at American Water Works Association’s Annual Conference and Exposition in San Diego, June 14-17 at the San Diego Convention Center. These smart metering products are part of Elster’s portfolio of highly innovative, solution-driven products developed for the North American water utility business. 

Elster will showcase the following products in Booth 1449:

• SmartMeterTM – A residential solid state water meter, containing no moving parts to delivery higher accuracy throughout the flow range, greater reliability and advanced intelligent metering features such as tariffs and event monitoring to residential metering applications.

• evoQ4 Mag Meter receives FM Approval and imminent UL Listing. Last year, evoQ4 was hailed as a pioneer in commercial water metering because it’s one meter that meets the needs of four traditional commercial meters. This year, Elster unveils the evoQ4 with FM approval for Fire Service application and UL listing by July 2009.

• Partial Flow Mag Meter – Elster continues to lead the industry with advanced metering technology through the partial flow mag meter. This development product is able to accurately measure flows in non-pressurized systems, including discharges to retention areas, irrigation applications, and other systems in which a full pipe of water is not always achievable.

• Hydrosert® Water Fittings – the easiest and fastest way to connect PE pipe. Reduce excavation and installation labor costs by 50%. Quick and easy, leak proof installation. No special tools, equipment or specialized training. Install in any weather condition. 100% lead-free Hydrosert meets CA regulatory requirements. Stab a Hydrosert and get a free hat!