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Self custom float level indicators from Elesa

Elesa's has launched new HFLT/E float level indicators for its range of column level indicators. They are intended for greater ranges of level reading than conventional side mounted visual systems, especially where the tank concerned is remote or otherwise inaccessible so that electronic indication is needed. This is particularly appropriate on construction equipment, building facilities tanks, large vehicles, factory machinery sumps and similar.... [more]

Over 110 million smart electricity meters to be installed in Europe by 2015

Providing consumers with detailed information about their electricity consumption the new generation of meters give customers control over energy costs and create financial incentives for energy savings. Moreover smart meters constitute the core building blocks in future smart grids that will incorporate a wide range of technologies related to renewable generation, distribution network optimisation and energy conservation. According to a new r... [more]

npower offers free home electricity monitor to existing customers who sign up for paperless billing

According to The Energy Saving Trust, the average household could save £300 just by being more energy efficient around the home. npower is now offering of a free home electricity monitor for any existing customer signing up for paperless billing. Households with a home electricity monitor, which provide a 'real time display' of the amount of electricity being used at any given time, are proven to reduce their energy consumption by up to 15% in... [more]

Verizon helps accelerate the adoption of smart grids

The global energy and utility industry is experiencing extensive transformation. Smart grid conversion places enormous demands on all parts of the utility business. A unified approach across the industry will help aid this process as we look to a greener future. The European Union recently announced concern that more than 55% of its energy still comes from outside of its jurisdiction. Therefore new legislations have been passed to force large ... [more]

BT, Arqiva and Detica join forces to offer long range radio communications solution for the smart metering initiative

BT, Arqiva and Detica are joining forces to offer a dedicated and secure long range radio communications solution for the Government’s proposed smart metering initiative. Due to cover 28 million homes and small business properties by 2020 or sooner, this multi billion pound initiative is designed to reduce energy costs and lower Great Britain’s carbon dioxide emissions by 2.6 million tonnes per year when the rollout is complete. Long range radio ... [more]

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