Clients we speak with are typically in one of two categories; either a) Looking for a simple way to buy meters they already know they need or b) Deciding whether or not to meter and how to accomplish their goals for an existing community or an upcoming new construction build. Depending on which category you fall in, the purchasing path could vary. In this article we’ll discuss the two different situations and how these can be approached.

Water metering technology is evolving to address some of the challenges of legacy products, particularly in the Commercial and Industrial spaces. Traditionally, large water meters were designed for accuracy at high volumes, but not necessarily designed to provide accuracy at very low flows.

The term “Smart Metering” has become more mainstream in recent years, and while it may not be necessary in certain situations, it is helpful to have an understanding of the options available should the need arise.

Before purchasing gas, electric or BTU meters, it’s always good to take pause and think through the overall objectives and make sure the appropriate components are being metered. Many times, owners or builders invest in metering, only to discover further down the road that the meters aren’t meeting their overall objectives for various reasons.