The new USONIX gas meter, which is developed in collaboration with Panasonic, uses ultrasonic sensors for measuring gas volume rather than using conventional diaphragm technology.
The latest approach would provide gas utilities in Europe with a safe and reliable product to efficiently measure gas.
Commenting on the new product, Itron vice president Remy Brill said, "Using Panasonic’s field proven sensor technology, USONIX will deliver true business value to our gas utility customers."
In addition, the two companies are continuing to collaborate on new products for gas utilities, including designing a metering product.
Panasonic global marketing manager for gas meter devices Masanori Iwai said the close relationship with Itron would help the company provide new business models to energy utilities.
"By identifying the compatible appliances, utilities can offer value-added service to the end users, and this will be the key solution for them to realize energy management, which was the missing piece of the industry," Iwai added.
