Itron and Publiacqua Modernize Water Management in Italy with Itron’s Ultrasonic Water Meters
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) announces collaboration with Publiacqua, Tuscany's water provider serving 1.3 million residents, to modernize its water distribution system. The utility will replace mechanical meters with Itron's Intelis wSource smart water meters to reduce non-revenue water and enhance customer experience.
The new meters feature advanced leak detection technology and provide benefits including remote data collection, precise billing accuracy with hourly consumption logging, flow distribution monitoring, and customer alerts for anomalies like broken pipes, leaks, tampering, or freeze risks.
The deployment is part of a PNRR M2C4-14.2 funded project to digitize the distribution network. Itron's Intelis wSource is the only water meter MID-certified for R1000 accuracy, specifically designed to enhance network visibility, reduce water loss, and ensure precise customer billing.
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) annuncia una collaborazione con Publiacqua, il fornitore d'acqua della Toscana che serve 1,3 milioni di residenti, per modernizzare il proprio sistema di distribuzione dell'acqua. L'utility sostituirà i contatori meccanici con i contatori intelligenti Intelis wSource di Itron per ridurre l'acqua non fatturata e migliorare l'esperienza dei clienti.
I nuovi contatori sono dotati di avanzate tecnologie di rilevamento delle perdite e offrono vantaggi come la raccolta dati remota, fatturazione precisa con registrazione oraria dei consumi, monitoraggio della distribuzione del flusso e avvisi ai clienti per anomalie come tubi rotti, perdite, manomissioni o rischi di congelamento.
Il dispiegamento fa parte di un progetto finanziato dal PNRR M2C4-14.2 per digitalizzare la rete di distribuzione. Intelis wSource di Itron è l'unico contatore d'acqua certificato MID per l'accuratezza R1000, progettato specificamente per migliorare la visibilità della rete, ridurre le perdite d'acqua e garantire una fatturazione precisa ai clienti.
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) anuncia una colaboración con Publiacqua, el proveedor de agua de Toscana que atiende a 1,3 millones de residentes, para modernizar su sistema de distribución de agua. La empresa reemplazará los medidores mecánicos por los medidores inteligentes Intelis wSource de Itron para reducir el agua no contabilizada y mejorar la experiencia del cliente.
Los nuevos medidores cuentan con tecnología avanzada de detección de fugas y ofrecen beneficios como la recopilación de datos en remoto, facturación precisa con registro de consumo horario, monitoreo de la distribución del flujo y alertas para los clientes sobre anomalías como tuberías rotas, fugas, manipulación o riesgos de congelamiento.
La implementación es parte de un proyecto financiado por el PNRR M2C4-14.2 para digitalizar la red de distribución. El Intelis wSource de Itron es el único medidor de agua certificado MID para la precisión R1000, diseñado específicamente para mejorar la visibilidad de la red, reducir la pérdida de agua y asegurar una facturación precisa para los clientes.
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI)은 토스카나의 수도 공급업체인 Publiacqua와 협력하여 130만 주민에게 서비스를 제공하는 수돗물 유통 시스템을 현대화한다고 발표했습니다. 이 유틸리티는 수익 외 수돗물의 양을 줄이고 고객 경험을 개선하기 위해 Itron의 Intelis wSource 스마트 물미터로 기계식 미터를 교체할 것입니다.
새로운 미터는 고급 누수 감지 기술을 특징으로 하며, 원격 데이터 수집, 시간별 소비 기록에 따른 정확한 청구, 유량 분배 모니터링, 부러진 파이프, 누수, 변조 또는 동결 위험과 같은 이상에 대한 고객 경고와 같은 이점을 제공합니다.
이 배포는 배급망을 디지털화하기 위한 PNRR M2C4-14.2 기금 프로젝트의 일환입니다. Itron의 Intelis wSource는 R1000 정확도로 MID 인증을 받은 유일한 물미터로, 네트워크 가시성을 높이고 물 손실을 줄이며 고객 청구의 정확성을 보장하도록 특별히 설계되었습니다.
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) annonce une collaboration avec Publiacqua, le fournisseur d'eau de la Toscane qui dessert 1,3 million de résidents, pour moderniser son système de distribution d'eau. Le service public remplacera les compteurs mécaniques par les compteurs d'eau intelligents Intelis wSource d'Itron afin de réduire l'eau non facturée et d'améliorer l'expérience client.
Les nouveaux compteurs sont équipés d'une technologie avancée de détection des fuites et offrent des avantages tels que la collecte de données à distance, une facturation précise avec un enregistrement de consommation horaire, la surveillance de la distribution des flux, et des alertes pour les clients en cas d'anomalies telles que des tuyaux cassés, des fuites, des manipulations ou des risques de gel.
Le déploiement fait partie d'un projet financé par le PNRR M2C4-14.2 pour numériser le réseau de distribution. L'Intelis wSource d'Itron est le seul compteur d'eau certifié MID pour une précision R1000, conçu spécifiquement pour améliorer la visibilité du réseau, réduire les pertes d'eau et garantir une facturation précise aux clients.
Itron (NASDAQ: ITRI) gibt die Zusammenarbeit mit Publiacqua bekannt, dem Wasseranbieter in der Toskana, der 1,3 Millionen Einwohner bedient, um sein Wasserversorgungssystem zu modernisieren. Das Unternehmen wird die mechanischen Zähler durch Itrons Intelis wSource intelligente Wasserzähler ersetzen, um nicht monetarisierbares Wasser zu reduzieren und die Kundenerfahrung zu verbessern.
Die neuen Zähler verfügen über fortschrittliche Leckageerkennungstechnologie und bieten Vorteile wie die Fernabfrage von Daten, präzise Abrechnung mit stündlicher Verbrauchserfassung, Überwachung der Flussverteilung und Kundenwarnungen bei Anomalien wie gebrochenen Rohren, Leckagen, Manipulation oder Frostgefahr.
Die Implementierung ist Teil eines durch den PNRR M2C4-14.2 geförderten Projekts zur Digitalisierung des Verteilungsnetzes. Itrons Intelis wSource ist der einzige Wasserzähler, der MID-zertifiziert für R1000-Genauigkeit ist, und wurde speziell entwickelt, um die Netzsichtbarkeit zu verbessern, Wasserverluste zu reduzieren und eine präzise Abrechnung für die Kunden zu gewährleisten.
- Implementation of advanced smart water meters with real-time leak detection capabilities
- Large-scale deployment serving 1.3 million residents in Tuscany
- Only water meter in market with MID-certification for R1000 accuracy
- Project backed by government funding through PNRR M2C4-14.2
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Insights
This strategic deployment represents a significant revenue opportunity for Itron in the European water utility market, which is increasingly focused on reducing non-revenue water losses. The implementation for Publiacqua, serving 1.3 million residents, demonstrates the scalability of Itron's smart water solutions for large-scale deployments.
The inclusion of this project under PNRR M2C4-14.2 funding is particularly noteworthy, as it indicates strong governmental support for water infrastructure modernization in Italy. This could lead to similar opportunities with other Italian utilities seeking to modernize their infrastructure under the same funding mechanism.
The R1000 accuracy certification is a important differentiator for Itron, as it represents the highest metering accuracy standard in the industry. This certification, combined with advanced leak detection and real-time monitoring capabilities, positions Itron favorably against competitors in the growing smart water meter market.
The deployment's focus on both residential and public infrastructure, including Tuscany's historic drinking fountains, showcases the versatility of Itron's solution. This comprehensive approach to water management could serve as a model for other tourist-heavy regions facing similar water conservation challenges.
Publiacqua to Deploy Itron® Intelis™ wSource™ Smart Water Meters to Reduce Water Loss and Improve Customer Engagement
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., Feb. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water, is working with Publiacqua, the water provider for 1.3 million residents across Tuscany, Italy, to modernize its water distribution system. The utility will upgrade its mechanical meters with Itron’s Intelis® wSource water meters to reduce non-revenue water and enhance the customer experience. Itron’s latest generation of metrology will enable Publiacqua to reduce losses throughout its distribution system and better engage with customers amid an increasing focus on sustainability initiatives.
Each Itron Intelis wSource water meter is equipped with advanced leak detection technology, ensuring the data collected is reliable and accurate. As the utility transitions to Itron’s smart water meters, Publiacqua will take advantage of the following benefits:
- Real-Time Data Collection: The Intelis wSource can collect meter reads remotely, driving informed decision making and enabling Publiacqua to quickly identify and address unusual water patterns.
- Billing Accuracy: Publiacqua can access daily billing and custom billing functions, along with precise hourly consumption data logging.
- Flow Distribution & Monitoring: Itron’s ultrasonic water meters enable precise monitoring of distribution flow as well as detection and quantification of backflow to help assess water quality and/or sanitary risk.
- Customer Alerts & Communication: Alarms are generated when anomalies are detected, such as a broken pipe, customer leak, tamper attempt or freeze risk, dispatching timely alerts and demonstrating Publiacqua’s commitment to customer care.
“The deployment of smart meters, including Itron’s Intelis wSource smart water meters, marks a pivotal step forward in Publiacqua’s efforts to modernize our water network, advance sustainability, reduce water loss and deliver safe and reliable water to the residents of Tuscany. Included, the deployment is part of a project to digitize the distribution network, funded by PNRR M2C4-14.2,” said the PM of the project Eng. Dr. Cristiano Agostini and the Dr. Laura Taiti responsible for the Smart meter streaming at Publiacqua. “With real-time leak detection, enhanced accuracy and optimized water delivery, this technology empowers us to vastly reduce the amount of water lost through our distribution system. Beyond operational benefits, this investment reflects our ongoing commitment to better managing and conserving this precious resource while deepening engagement with the 1.3 million customers we serve in the Tuscany region."
“As a popular tourist destination, one unique feature of Tuscany is the centralized drinking fountains. With a region so dedicated to providing safe, sanitary and reliable water to both its residents and visitors, the transition from mechanical meters to Itron’s smart water meters across Publiacqua’s service territory ensures water is efficiently managed throughout the network, including to residential homes and public drinking fountains, helping to preserve the region’s historic charm,” said Justin Patrick, senior vice president of Device Solutions at Itron. “Our meters enable the utility to reduce water loss, improve customer engagement and achieve sustainability goals.”
Itron’s Intelis wSource water meter delivers innovative features to transform water network operations. Designed to enhance visibility across the network, reduce water loss and ensure precise customer billing, it sets a new benchmark for metering performance. As the only water meter on the market MID-certified for R1000 accuracy, it excels in measuring low-flow water usage and detects household leaks with unmatched precision, enabling utilities to optimize resource management and increase customer satisfaction.
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