LoRaWAN® is a network protocol. It enables small quantities of information (data) to be transmitted at low bit rates. The protocol is suitable for l long range with minimized energy consumption.
LoRaWan® technology: activate intelligent resource management.
Water and energy pose major environmental and economic challenges for public authorities. To manage these resources wisely, networks are now digitized, and it's against this backdrop that LoRaWAN®* open-source connectivity has made its mark around the world.
Find out how local authorities are improving resource management with LoRaWAN®
Radio technologies offer numerous possibilities for improving water and energy supply networks by enabling meter and sensor data to be transmitted over long distances with low energy consumption, as enabled by LPWAN technologies, of which LoRaWAN® is one. These technologies have made it easier to manage resources sustainably and responsibly. They also make it possible to monitor and maintain the network more efficiently.
MEET THE CHALLENGE OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT WITH ADVANCED LORA® TECHNOLOGY.
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Real-time view of the network
LoRa® technology enables precise and regular monitoring of water and energy consumption. It helps to detect leaks, reduce waste and to improve supply network efficiency.
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Wide-area network
Thanks to its long-range performance at a lower cost, LoRaWAN® is the ideal solution for local authorities wishing to optimize their water and energy management, simultaneously experimenting with smart city applications (such as smart lighting, waste collection optimization, etc.).
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Seamless interoperability
The LoRaWAN® protocol is an open standard, maintained and developed by the LoRa Alliance® with a great power of scalability. LoRa® technology typically operates in the unlicensed spectrum, which makes it highly accessible.
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Bidirectional communication
Meters equipped with LoRaWAN® technology transmit useful data to the utility's IT system and can also act on instructions sent by the system.
This specificity enables a wide variety of uses for both smart metering and smart city.
OUR CUSTOMERS ARE ENTERING THE IOT WORLD, WHICH MEANS THEY'RE STARTING WITH SMART METERING. LORAWAN® IS ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR LPWAN PROTOCOLS IN SMART CITY PROJECTS, IT MAKES IOT NETWORK DEPLOYMENT ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE.
Christoph SOSNA Vice-President SBU Metering & Connectivity. Diehl Metering
IoT possibilities within reach
Do you want to benefit from IoT Network without maintaining and financing it on your own? Or, on the contrary, do you prefer to customize your private IoT network? With LoRaWAN®, both options are offered: you can join a public LoRaWAN® network with a subscription; or set up your own network to optimize it for your special needs and to enable new business opportunities.
Long-term compatibility of your devices
Thanks to its wide and diverse ecosystem of devices, LoRaWAN® offers multiple possibilities to develop a large variety of use cases for smart metering and smart cities.
Informed decision-making for resources
Data-driven decisions enable effective monitoring, reduce the use of resources, and strengthen public awareness initiatives (which is also a sustainable aspect).
Enable extensive infrastructure
LoRaWAN® is a technology capable of adapting to future needs, and new use cases are constantly being developed. With no standardized technology and operating in a license-free band, it facilitates networks’ scalability.
METER DATA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
If you want to take control of your metering network, and know what you can't see, then a Meter Data Management software is the solution.
Get access easily to smart insights such as metrological information and consumption history, aiding you in water or energy supply and usage analysis.
React fasten thanks to real-time alerts on device status and leakages and reduce non-revenue water, optimize your heating & cooling network, and save resources.
A Meter Data Management software organize metering data in order to simplify operational managers daily tasks, automatize reporting and improve billing.
More about analysing and using the flow of metering data with IZAR meter data management softwares
Face smart meterinG challenges with loraWAN®
LoRaWAN® technology can be relevant for all usual smart metering challenges, but its specific features can make all the difference when it comes to interacting with meters from the management office.
- Billing resources (water & ernegy)
LoRaWAN® enables automatic metering data transmission several times a day through an Automatic Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and allows utilities to bill on actual measures.
- Advanced anomaly detection and waste reduction
Leakage alarms implemented inside smart meters are sent automatically to the utility's monitoring software thanks to LoRaWAN® connectivity. Other thresholds like low battery or reverse flows are also useful information that are helping to improve resources savings.
- Remote meters reconfiguration, clock synchronization
Remotely reset alarms as soon as any water network-related issues are rectified, to ensure optimal performance. Maintain precise clock synchronization between meters and the network for seamless operations and effective network management.
- Network monitoring
Improve your network efficiency with automatic data transmission such as interferences, pressure, or leakage alarms. All data collected will feed your network monitoring software.
discover our products with lorawan® connectivity.
NEW HYDRUS 2.0 Domestic
HYDRUS 2.0 Domestic smart ultrasonic water meter range now includes a new version with integrated LoRaWAN® connectivity. With its exceptional accuracy and robustness, HYDRUS 2.0 Domestic enables the most advanced data analysis when part of a LoRaWAN® network.
IZAR HRLc G3 RADIO MODULE
HRLc G3 is part of our radio modules range, with integrated LoRaWAN® connectivity. Clipped onto modular Diehl Metering meters in the inductive range, such as the ALTAIR meters family, It gives smart features to meters. Insensitive to magnetic fraud.
BALANCE YOUR OPEX/CAPEX BUDGET
Many open and secure public networks operate in unlicensed spectrums, with access available on a subscription basis. You don't need to invest a lot to try your hand at a digital network and become part of the smart city.
Develop a private network is also possible, based on your own needs. And if you want both, it is also possible with LoRaWAN®.
ENTER THE DIGITAL TWIN ERA
In a smart metering digital network LoRAWAN® enables you to transmit remotely meter configurations via a Meter Data Management (MDM) software and remove manual configuration requirements. This plug-and-play feature guarantees seamless installation and immediate use. Similarly, configuration changes in the field are automatically considered in the MDM software's digital twin.
ENSURE YOUR DATA SECURITY
LoRa® has AES-128 built-in encryption as standard, which guarantees advanced data protection for customers using the Diehl Metering solution. This means that security information does not need to be disclosed to third parties, such as network operators.
MAKE IOT SIMPLY SMART
WELCOME TO OUR FAQ SECTION DEDICATED TO LORA® TECHNOLOGY.
Where you can find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this technology and protocol.
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What does LoRaWan mean?
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What is the difference between LoRa® and LoRaWAN®?
LoRaWAN® is the network protocol using the LoRa radio modulation.
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What influence does LoRa® have on water consumption monitoring for municipalities?
The technology makes it possible to improve the monitoring of water consumption thanks to its ability to transmit measurement data in real time. The advantage is that the slightest anomaly in a Fixed network can be detected quickly. It also provides an opportunity to think about resources, including investment, pricing and measures to raise public awareness.
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What maintenance work needs to be carried out on the device?
Networks operations with LoRaWAN® technology are designed to be low maintenance. The LoRaWAN® network management server is automatically adaption the communication based on changed environmental conditions. That’s why the devices batteries running are long-lasting.
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What is the maximum distance that data can travel using LoRaWAN ®?
These distances are often several kilometers, making them effective over large areas. However, it will depend on the environment: do we have obstacles in the field around the antenna, are sensors or interferer present in the same area?
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How can LoRaWAN® help to improve energy savings?
Thanks to its frequent transmission of data, LoRaWAN ® can detect leaks in your network and ensures that the water service is fully responsive.
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Is it possible to add meters with LoRaWAN ® in an already existing digital network that operates with another technology?
LoRaWAN® meters only work in LoRaWAN® networks. To add LoRaWAN® meters in other radio technologies - gateways needs to be adapted
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What impact will LoRaWAN® have on resources management?
By optimizing and controlling the supply of water and energy, LoRaWAN® enables a sustainable use of these essential resources. Leaks detection, predictive maintenance or heating/cooling forecasting are some of the applications offered by a digital LoRaWAN® network.
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How does LoRaWAN® ensure data security? Is it compatible with RGPD rules?
LoRaWan ® ensures data security and confidentiality through various layers of security, including data encryption.
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Is the installation of devices with LoRaWAN® technology cost-effective for small municipalities?
LoRaWAN®’s flexibility, low installation cost and low maintenance and energy requirements mean that it is profitable whatever the size of the local authority or area adopting this technology.
Our brochure will prodive you an overview of our LoRaWAN®-supported portfolio to seamlessly monitor and manage your water or energy network using LoRaWAN® technology.
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