Group Metering
Industrial group metering offers the clear and easily accessible management of electric power use within industrial facilities. A facility manager can look in one place to see what each unit's present electrical usage is and also can obtain records of past usage, a very simply organized system of operation and record keeping that makes it facile to identify trends, to determine which units are big energy consumers, or to bill the appropriate people for the electricity they implement in a particular unit.
One crucial aspect of these systems is the meter breakers. Essentially, they combine two different components: a meter socket and a circuit breaker. The system works effortlessly to distribute power while performing the necessary metering functions.
When it comes to group metering, one crucial factor to think about is the bus rating. This measures how much electricity the system can handle and ensures that it can carry the kind of load that's going to be put on it. Some systems use more electrical capacity than others—mostly due to how much machines tend to use when they're working.
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FAQs
Can single phase group metering enclosures handle multiple tenancy installations for one location?
Yes, single phase group metering enclosures are designed to handle multiple tenancy installations for one location, allowing for individual metering and billing of each tenant's electrical consumption.
What are the range of features that a residential group metering enclosure has for customers that will support a suitable installation?
Residential group metering enclosures offer a range of features including individual circuit protection, weather-resistant and tamper-proof enclosures, easy access for meter reading and maintenance, compatibility with smart meters, provisions for utility seals, and clear labeling for each tenant's meter to support a suitable and secure installation​.
Are unwired enclosures available for group metering solutions?
Yes, unwired enclosures are available for group metering solutions, allowing installers to customize and wire the enclosures according to specific project requirements and configurations.
What is a Circuit Breaker?
Magnetic Breakers
Magnetic Breakers are designed to react to short circuits or sharp spikes in voltage and current. The more current that passes through the breaker's electromagnet, the stronger the magnet becomes. When the current exceeds the rating for that particular breaker, the magnetic force becomes strong enough that it will pull the contact back and disconnect it from the other contact, disconnecting power from the device.
Thermal Protection Breakers
Thermal Protection Breakers protect against a sustained overcurrent, or a higher current, for a longer period of time. Thermal protection uses a Bimetal strip that will bend the contacts away from each other to disconnect power. Thermal Magnetic Breakers are the most common type of circuit breakers. They combine magnetic technology to protect against short circuits or sharp spikes and thermal technology that protects against sustained overcurrent for a long period of time.