As per the deal, WEL Networks will utilize Silver Spring’s smart energy platform including metering, distribution automation and deployment to enable WEL Networks deliver power to its customers.
Silver Spring Networks said the first deployment phase of 10,000 customers has now been extended to 45,000 for the coming year.
WEL Networks CEO Julian Elder said cost, performance, and the ability to build atop a single, standardized platform are critical for the company’s next-generation utility grid.
"Silver Spring gave us the ability to deliver multiple smart grid applications over a single, open platform and utilize its advanced technology to meet the performance needs of our network, all with a cost profile that helps WEL effectively invest in modernization improvements for the benefit of our customers," added Elder.
WEL Networks will also utilize Silver Spring’s recently debuted Gen4 networking technology like communications modules, access points and relays, to address the challenges facing power supply across various service territories.
