Broadband over Powerline (BPL) is the most anticipated new technology in the marketplace today. BPL uses existing electric infrastructure for transmission of communications services, such as high-speed Internet Access. COMTek partners with utilities to provide BPL solutions that meet the needs of their particular service areas and customers.
Due to recent deregulation, electric utilities are gaining interest in offering their customers the benefits of a BPL system. Utility companies can create a network platform on their electric system, enabling utility applications that strengthen the electric system, provide more reliable service to customers, lower costs, and have the added benefit of enabling competitive broadband services for their customers. Any electric utility considering deployment should seek an organization that has successfully deployed the solution.
COMTek’s BPL system is in place today, providing a powerful and flexible platform for utilities to enhance their internal operations:
Automated Meter Reading (AMR): COMTek has successfully deployed IP-based intelligent meters, connected via BPL, allowing utilities to redirect their meter reading staff to tasks that improve customer service.
Integrated Outage Notification: COMTek’s proprietary BPL Track system provides transformer outage notification to pinpoint power disruptions, even before the customer notifies the utility.
Remote Video Monitoring: This application allows for secure, 24/7 monitoring of substations and other network components.
Reduce Costs: Streamline internal operations and reduce expenses with automated meter reading, integrated outage notification and remote monitoring.
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