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Smart Water Meter

Your Professional Smart Water Meter Supplier

 

Ningbo Water Meter (Group) Co., Ltd. is one of the world's largest manufacturers specializing in water meter production and services. NWM offers a comprehensive range of products, including water meter terminals ranging from 8mm to 500mm for mechanical water meters, AMR-enabled mechanical meters, fully digital water meters, and multifunctional water monitoring terminals. Additionally, NWM provides a Smart O&M Platform that integrates advanced water management information systems such as pipeline GIS, DMA zoning analysis, SCADA leak monitoring, and pipeline inspection. These solutions are widely applied in domestic, commercial, industrial, and irrigation contexts.
 

Strong Competence
Ningbo Water Meter (Group) Co., Ltd. is a leading enterprise in the field of water measurement, employing over 1,400 professionals and operating a primary manufacturing facility spanning 90,000 square meters.

 

Advanced Technology
NWM leverages cutting-edge German technology and utilizes fully automated European-imported equipment to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored for municipal, commercial, and agricultural customers.

 

Diverse Product Portfolio
With a portfolio exceeding 1,000 distinct products, NWM not only manufactures mechanical water meters ranging from 8mm to 500mm but also provides AMR/AMI solutions and smart water management services to a global clientele.

 

Advanced Equipment
Our company has more than 80 fully automatic and semi-automatic water meter calibration production lines. We also have highly information-based production workshops, SMT welding lines, robotic assembly lines, and fully automatic packaging lines.

 
 

Parameter

 

Model

SJ-SDC/SJ-SDC-PLUS

MJ-SDC-VC2

Type

Single Jet

Multi-Jet

Body Material

Brass

Brass

Ratio

R80/R160

R≤160

Size

Dn15/20/25/32/40

Dn15/20/25

Customized Support

OEM, ODM

OEM, ODM

Communication Port

RS485/MBus/NB-IoT/LoRa /LoRaWAN/Wireless MBus

NB-IOT / LoRa / LoRaWAN

Installation Mode

Horizontal Installation

Horizontal Installation

Temperature Class

T30 (cold water)/T50

T30 (cold water)/T50

Pressure Rating

MAP16

MAP16

Certificate

CE / MID

CE/MID 2014/32/EU

Place of Origin

Ningbo, China

Ningbo, China

Warranty

2 years

2 years

 

Types of Smart Water Meter

 

The smart water meters produced by our company mainly include the following types

Dry Type Smart Vavle Control Water Meter

Ultrasonic Water Meter

An ultrasonic water meter uses sound waves, or ultrasound, to measure the flow of water. It works by transmitting and receiving ultrasonic signals through the water flowing in a pipe and measuring the time it takes for the signals to travel. The time difference between signals traveling with the flow and against the flow is used to calculate the water's velocity, which is then used to determine the total volume of water that has passed through the meter.

Residential Ultrasonic Water Meter

Valve Control Water Meter

A valve control water meter is a smart meter that combines a water meter with a motorized valve, allowing for remote control of water supply. This means the water flow can be switched on or off, or adjusted, from a distance, often via a device like a smartphone or computer.

Ultrasonic Bulk Water Meter

Electromagnetic Water Meter

An electromagnetic water meter, also known as a magmeter or magnetic flow meter, is a device that measures the flow rate of fluids, particularly water, by detecting the voltage induced within the liquid as it moves through a magnetic field. This method leverages Faraday's law of induction, where a flowing conductive fluid generates an electrical signal proportional to its velocity.

 

Advantages of Smart Water Meter
 

Real-Time Monitoring
Smart water meters provide real-time data on water usage, allowing consumers and utility companies to promptly monitor consumption patterns and detect leaks or abnormal usage. Among the advantages of real-time monitoring is being aware of running water when no water is used inside the building. The feature of real time water use monitoring allows you to be made aware of leaks or plumbing issues much earlier than previously possible.

 

Remote Meter Reading
The main difference and advantage of smart meters is that they can be “read” remotely, so meter reading personnel don’t need to come onto your property. But even though their appearance is different, digital meters can be read in the same way as analog meters.

 

Water Usage Data Analytics
Smart water meters often come with software that analyzes usage data to identify trends, optimize water distribution, and improve efficiency in water management.

 

Detecting Water Leaks Sooner
Because the meter is continuously monitoring water flow, smart meters can detect leaks in your water supply plumbing system within individual properties. Being able to pinpoint when water is being used, and how much water is being used, helps to reduce water loss, prevent property damage, and save money on your water bill. These advantages should all be of great interest to any property owner.

 

Water Billing Accuracy
Smart meters provide more accurate measurements of water usage, reducing the potential for billing errors, and disputes between consumers and the water utility.

 

Applications of Smart Water Meter

 

Residential Water Management

Smart water meters installed in residential properties allow homeowners to monitor their water usage, detect leaks, and take proactive measures to conserve water and reduce utility bills.

Commercial and Industrial Water Management

Smart water meters are deployed in commercial and industrial facilities to monitor and manage large-scale water consumption, identify inefficiencies, and optimize water usage for cost savings and sustainability.

Utility Management

Utility companies utilize smart water meters to remotely monitor water consumption, streamline meter reading processes, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Leak Detection and Prevention

Smart water meters continuously monitor water flow and pressure, enabling early detection of leaks and minimizing water loss. Real-time alerts and notifications allow for prompt action to mitigate damage and reduce water waste.

Water Conservation Programs

Smart water meters play a crucial role in water conservation programs by providing users with detailed consumption data, usage analytics, and personalized recommendations for water-saving practices.

Municipal Water Management

Smart water meters deployed in municipal water systems enable monitoring and control of water supply, distribution, and infrastructure maintenance, leading to more efficient management of water resources.

Irrigation Management

Smart water meters integrated with irrigation systems allow for precise monitoring and control of water usage in landscaping, agriculture, and public green spaces, optimizing irrigation schedules and minimizing water waste.

Real Estate and Property Management

Smart water meters in rental properties and multi-unit buildings help property managers track individual water usage, allocate costs accurately, and identify opportunities for conservation and cost reduction.

Water Quality Monitoring

Some advanced smart water meters are equipped with sensors to monitor water quality parameters, providing early detection of contaminants or changes in water quality, and ensuring safe drinking water for consumers.

 

 
Storage Requirements for Smart Water Meters
 
01/

Dry environment
Smart water meters should be stored in a dry environment, away from moisture and water sources. Humidity can cause damage or corrosion to electronic components, so it is critical to keep the environment around the water meter dry.

02/

Avoid temperature extremes
Smart water meters should be kept away from overheated or extremely cold environments. Extremely high or low temperatures can adversely affect the meter's electronics and battery life. Therefore, it is best to store the smart water meter in a place with moderate temperature.

03/

Physical protection
Ensure that the smart water meter is placed in a safe and stable location to avoid impact or other physical damage. Especially delicate parts such as displays, sensors and connecting wires on water meters require extra care to prevent damage.

04/

Avoid electromagnetic interference
Smart water meters should be kept away from sources of electromagnetic interference, such as strong magnetic fields, radio equipment or other electronic equipment. Electromagnetic interference may interfere with the normal operation or data accuracy of the water meter, so these sources of interference need to be avoided.

 

Packaging and Shipping

 

Packaging

Standard cartons box packing,or customized packing as your request.

Shipping

We will help you to choose the best shipping way according to your detail requirements. By sea, by air, or by express, etc.

 

Our Certifications

 

 

NWM has more than 20 European MID/OIML approved Certificates like CE, more than 10 Water Sanitary Certifications like ACS, WRAS, NSF, and more than Metrologic approval from all over the world. 

 

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FAQ

Q: How does a smart water meter work?

A: Smart water meters use wireless communication to automatically transmit water usage data to a central server for analysis, billing, and leak detection. They use technologies like pulse output devices or ultrasonic/electromagnetic readings to measure water flow and send this data remotely. This allows for more accurate and efficient monitoring of water consumption, as well as data-driven decision-making for water management and conservation.

Q: How often do smart water meters send readings?

A: We aim to read your meter once a year. This is unless you have a smart meter that sends us readings each hour electronically. We can then bill you based on your true usage.

Q: How do I know if my water meter is working properly?

A: To test the accuracy of your meter, use the following procedure. Run water until the last three digits on your meter reading are all zeros. Then fill a one-gallon container with water. The last three digits on your meter should read .

Q: Can a smart water meter be faulty?

A: Most meters work fine for their entire lifetime and they very rarely break unless they are accidently disturbed or damaged. Sometimes mechanical faults do happen though, and this is where there are physical faults with the meter.

Q: How long do smart water meters last?

A: Smart water meters are designed to last 20 years or more, reducing the need for maintenance or replacement. Running with minimal energy use, these improved meters will help reduce operational costs which help keep water rates as low as possible.

Q: What happens if you put a magnet on a smart meter?

A: Back to electronic meters, if there are transformers inside the electronic meter, placement of a magnet as close to this transformer as possible could cause over fluxing every half a cycle, this could cause a diode like affect in the meter electronics.

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