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Transforming Infrastructure with Digital MID Approved Meters

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 16:08:29 GMT

Meter Reading? Automate it.

In the ever-evolving world of facilities management and property development, staying ahead of the curve with the latest technology is crucial. Recently, we had the privilege of working with a leading facilities management company and a prominent property developer to undertake a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade. This project involved replacing all existing meters (37 in total) with digital MID approved meters, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of their energy monitoring systems.

The Challenge

The client faced several challenges with their metering system, including difficulty obtaining a monthly meter reading in industrial units that have highly hazardous operations ongoing.

Our Solution: Digital MID Approved Meters

After an assessment of the client's infrastructure and requirements, we proposed the installation of digital MID (Measuring Instruments Directive) approved meters. MID approved meters are known for their high accuracy, reliability, and compliance with European standards. These meters provide precise energy consumption data, which is essential for effective energy management and cost control along with the ability to receive daily, weekly and monthly meter readings without even attending site.

The Implementation

Our team determined the meters required based on the initial site visit (e.g. 100amp single phase, 100amp three phase and whether a CT was required or not). On the day of a particular meter change the old metered was imaged and the reading documented, the new meters were integrated with the existing energy management system to ensure seamless data flow and monitoring. We conducted rigorous testing to verify the accuracy and functionality of the new meters and provided training to the appropriate person on the use and maintenance of the new meters. We also continued to offer ongoing support to address any issues and ensure smooth operation.

Results and Benefits

The successful completion of this project brought several significant benefits to the client:

Enhanced Accuracy: The digital MID approved meters provide precise energy consumption data, ensuring accurate billing and effective energy management.
Compliance: The installation of MID approved meters ensures compliance with European standards, mitigating regulatory risks.
Better Energy Management: With accurate data, the client can implement more effective energy-saving measures, reducing their overall energy consumption and costs.

Conclusion

This project exemplifies our commitment to providing innovative and reliable solutions to our clients. By replacing outdated meters with MID approved meters, we have not only improved the accuracy and reliability of the client’s energy monitoring system but also ensured compliance and cost savings. We look forward to continuing to support our clients in their journey towards more efficient and sustainable energy management.

"Curtsey of Roundoak we upgraded our current standard electric meters to smart meters which has an online platform for reading of the meters. The system is very easy to use, and gives greater transparency to occupiers to read the meters, no need for monthly photos etc. Overall, this has saved a great deal of time on a monthly basis.

Roundoak provided a professional service and couldn’t have been more helpful in the setting up and arranging access with occupiers to carry out the installation"

Helen Corban Senior Surveyor at Harris Lamb

Thermal Imaging

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 09:44:52 GMT

Thermal Imaging is a powerful and non-invasive tool for monitoring and diagnosing the condition of electrical installations.

Thermal imaging cameras for industrial applications are powerful and non-invasive tools for monitoring and diagnosing the condition of electrical and mechanical installations and components. With a thermal imaging camera, you can identify problems early, allowing them to be documented and corrected before becoming more serious and more costly to repair.

A thermal image that includes accurate temperature data provides important information about the condition of the inspected equipment. Thermal imaging has demonstrated its ability to detect potential electrical faults, so enabling remedial work to be carried out and failure prevented. However, safety considerations and other constraints which can reduce its effectiveness can limit the implementation of thermal imaging.

Principles of Thermal Imaging

The radiation emitted from the surface of an object is a function of the object temperature as described by the Stefan-Boltzmann relationship. The infrared element of the radiation is measured and converted into an equivalent temperature. The thermal image is constructed from a multitude of point measurements taken in sequence whilst scanning the field of view, by representing the point temperature values on a grey or colour scale. Single point infrared measurement devices (radiometers) are also available which give an average temperature value for a target measurement area.

Emergency Lighting

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:28:16 GMT

Emergency Lighting: What is it and why does my business need it?

When the power is down, emergency lighting provides light – the concept is simple, but the process of designing, installing, and maintaining your emergency lighting installation can be complicated.

The “power down” situation can be because of a fire or power cut, either way the threat of sudden darkness can be chaotic and pose a RISK to human safety. Emergency lighting reduces the RISK to those inside the building.

Your emergency lighting installation must be fully automatic and give sufficient illumination for a safe exit.

A higher standard will be required for the areas where machinery is located so that an operator can terminate a potentially dangerous process or carry out a proper shut-down procedure before evacuation.

Martin Williams - Managing Director

As designers and installers of emergency lighting systems we have clear guidelines to work to in the form of BS 5266-1: 2011, these standards along with our experience enables us to provide emergency lighting installations to a vast number of premises.

The British standards are the minimum required but it is important to note that a higher standard will be required for the areas where machinery is located so that an operator can terminate a potentially dangerous process or carry out a proper shut-down procedure before evacuating the premises.

All of our emergency lighting installations come with a digital emergency lighting log book. This is to ensure full compliance as when the Health and Safety individual within a business leaves the log book can often be misplaced.

For more guidance, please see the emergency lighting section within the lighting at work publication provided by the Health and Safety Executive .

Inspection and Testing

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:16:32 GMT

Why is inspection and testing important?

An inspection and test is the process of checking a circuit is working safely. They are useful to maintain a safe working environment and are sometimes a requirement of your insurance.

1) Identify any electrical hazards. Electrical problems can arise at any time and, if unattended, can result in fires, electric shocks, and other dangerous mishaps. It is feasible to see potential problems and fix them before they worsen by routinely inspecting electrical systems.

2) Maximise you efficiency. Electrical testing is crucial since it helps to guarantee that electrical systems are performing at their highest level of efficiency. Electrical systems can lose efficiency over time as a result of deterioration, dirt, and other issues. Frequent testing can aid in locating these problems and enable the execution of the required repairs to increase effectiveness and save energy costs.

3) Be legally compliant. Electrical testing is essential for verifying adherence to legal requirements and governing rules. Electrical system design, installation, and operation are governed by stringent laws and codes in many different industries. Fines, legal action, and other sanctions may follow failure to adhere to these criteria. Electrical systems can be frequently tested to make sure they adhere to all applicable standards and norms.

Upon completion of an inspection and test you will be provide with an EICR report- An Electrical Installation Condition Report. The EICR will provide you with the details that determined the condition of the electrical circuits. If the electrical installation within a premises is deemed unsatisfactory you will require remedial works to get the installation back up to standard. Once the installation is up to standard, it will be retested and a new EICR will be issued.