The new Stratus IQ+ electricity meter from Sensus, a Xylem brand, is taking the grid to next-level smart. Its powerful processor and expanded data set options allow utilities to pull more system diagnostics than ever before, giving them a robust health check of their distribution system and heightened awareness of customer electricity usage. The Stratus IQ+ combines grid intelligence and precise energy measurement into one powerful package.

The meter monitors energy consumption in near-real time, and advanced functionalities allow for data to be recorded, transmitted and received with only a keystroke. This smart meter provides commercial and industrial (C&I) strength capabilities in a residential meter, resulting in improved communication and faster delivery of more data. The growing needs of the electric vehicle (EV) market are also being met in the Stratus IQ+ through its battery EV-based detection.

Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms can extract battery EV charging data in a matter of seconds through edge computing. The Stratus IQ+ has the speed and processing power to capture this consumption so utilities can better plan for capacity and off-peak incentive program management. Additional key features of the Stratus IQ+ include: Customizable applications to enhance grid edge capabilities; Expansion card slot for future computing capacity with the Sensus FlexNet®?

communication network or alternate communications such as cellular, Wi-Fi or both; A rugged design that improves protection against weather, rough handling, theft or tampering; "Software-defined metrology" features that help utilities improve efficiency, cost savings and safety.