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The role of IoT device manufacturers is shifting from hardware supplier to technology partner. Parsers, open APIs, containerised backend, remote firmware management and CRA-ready security shorten implementation, reduce internal development load and lower TCO across AMR and AMI projects.

If your IoT device manages to connect even without its antenna, that is not a sign of clever engineering. It is a warning sign of poor radio design. Why a properly tuned antenna is essential for reliable wireless meter reading, what really happens inside the device, and how to test it sensibly before full deployment in the field.

Development went well, the device works. Then CE certification arrives and the supplier's cybersecurity documentation is missing. Since August 2025, RED DA is in force and part of every CE. How to tell if your supplier is ready, and what to do if not.

An estimated one in four litres of treated water is lost in European distribution networks. Average losses hover around 25%, exceeding 60% in some countries. A closer look at why pipes fail, what it really costs utilities, and why a slow leak is often worse than a visible burst.

Every utility faces the same question: how to know something is wrong in the network as fast as possible. Acoustic methods, district metered areas and continuous pressure monitoring each bring strengths and limits. A comparison of approaches to leak detection, with real examples.

No parallel infrastructure, no new data platform, no separate operational processes. The joint ACRIOS and Lorenz solution brings continuous pressure monitoring into the same communication layer water utilities already use for smart metering – over LoRaWAN or NB-IoT.

Unreliable data is more costly than no data at all, especially in smart metering and energy management. A missing value or small deviation can escalate into incorrect bills, failed audits, or undetected faults. Here is what that looks like in practice and how to prevent it.

Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) is the EU's metric for a building's digital intelligence. It rates how well a building manages energy, responds to occupants, and interacts with the grid. Learn what SRI means, what the legislation requires, and what role remote meter reading plays.

Configuration errors and troubleshooting often take more time than wiring M-Bus devices. The ACRIOS Wizard simplifies this by guiding technicians through meter detection, data selection, and network setup; reducing installation time and the need for specialised knowledge.

A Coulomb meter measures actual battery charge consumption rather than relying on estimates. This enables realistic end-of-life prediction for IoT metering devices, optimised service intervals, and reduced TCO. How does this technology work in practice, and where does it make the most sense?

Pulse water meters are common in water utility networks, but their data often remains on the mechanical register. Learn how existing pulse water meters can be connected to remote reading systems using a pulse converter with display, without replacing the meters.

ACRIOS Systems and Quectel Wireless Solutions have formed a strategic partnership to support SME manufacturers in adopting modern Linux/Android smart modules. The joint communication outlines the scope and technical goals of the cooperation.