Innovation from technological development has penetrated many community needs, one of which is smart gas meters.
With digital technology make smart gas meters have some benefits for our daily activities to use gas more efficiently.
Are you familiar with smart gas meters? This article will give you the information about smart gas meter form definition, how it works, its benefits, and regulations in Indonesia.
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What is a Smart Gas Meter?
Smart gas meters are devices that digitally measure gas consumption and automatically transmit usage data to utility providers. It eliminates the need for manual reading and provides real-time monitoring for consumers and suppliers.
How Smart Gas Meter Works?
The following is a general overview of how smart gas meters work:
- Sensors measure gas consumption: The volume of gas used is measured via sensors or ultrasonic.
- Stores digital data: Gas usage data is converted into digital format and stored in the meter.
- Wireless transmission of data: The meter then transmits this digital data automatically over a wireless network.
- Automatic reading: The meter sends out readings automatically, typically every 30 minutes or more frequently, so you no longer have to worry about manual meter readings.
- Bill calculation: The data recorded by the device becomes the reference for bill calculation.
The Benefits of Smart Gas Meter
Using a smart gas meter provides quite a lot of benefits from cost efficiency, easy monitoring, and detection interruptions, here are some of the benefits:
1. Efficiency of usage costs
One of the benefits of a smart gas is that it helps calculate the amount of gas used as needed, so as to save and streamline usage costs. That way, of course, expenses can be reduced because costs are really paid according to needs only.
2. Facilitate monitoring
The application of smart gas technology on an industrial scale greatly facilitates workers in monitoring energy consumption. With this technology, monitoring is carried out regularly and intensively, enabling higher operational efficiency.
3. Detects interruptions
Smart gas is also capable of detecting any kind of damage. Through installed sensors, warnings of leaks, potential fires or explosions, and high-intensity usage can be detected in real time.
Smart Gas Meter Regulations in Indonesia
The smart gas meter uses communication technologies such as LoRaWAN that operate within a specific frequency spectrum. In Indonesia, any LoRaWAN-based wireless device is required to have DJID (Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure) under the Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI).
Smart gas meter regulations are based on KEPMEN No. 5 Tahun 2024, which requires all LoRaWAN-based devices to meet specific technical standards before being sold in the country.
The DJID certification ensures that the product meets government safety and quality regulations and does not interfere with other communication devices. The certification process involves technical testing, such as frequency adjustments, safety checks, and compatibility with the surrounding environment.
Once the tests are completed, products that pass are listed in a Test Result Report, which confirms that the product is safe and ready for sale in Indonesia. This report reassures customers that the product meets technical standards and is secure.
For companies wanting to sell smart gas meters in Indonesia, Type Approval Certification Services for ICT Products are available to assist with this process. This service includes preparing technical and legal documents, conducting required testing, ensuring compliance with regulations, helping companies streamline the certification process, and giving consumers confidence in certified products.
