Washington, D.C., September 23, 2009 — ABB, an automation technology company, is integrating and testing multiple standards-based advanced metering infrastructure technologies with ABB’s own advanced distribution automation and network management solutions.
These demonstrations, in collaboration with many AMI and metering technology companies in the industry, have resulted in interoperability between these solutions to create a single, integrated smart grid-based platform.
ABB has developed strategic partnerships with the following partners:
Silver Spring Networks – ABB and Silver Spring completed successful interoperability testing of the ABB COM600 substation computer and PCD recloser device with Silver Spring’s Smart Energy Network, integrating distribution automation, SCADA and AMI capabilities onto a single smart grid platform.
Elster – ABB and Elster developed a new loss detection application, permitting utilities to operate their network more efficiently by pinpointing system losses or loads that are not metered. ABB and Elster also announced the development of a new revenue grade medium voltage (MV) metering node for MV monitoring.
Sensus – ABB and Sensus demonstrated system interface of the ABB Network Manager Distribution Management System (DMS) and COM600 distribution substation controller with Sensus’ FlexNet technology and iCon A meter, for advanced smart grid applications.
Trilliant Incorporated – ABB and Trilliant demonstrated successful interoperability of Trilliant’s SecureMesh communications network with ABB’s Station Automation and Protection products, providing broadband, low-latency networking integration with advanced automation products for smart grid applications for utilities’ smart grid rollouts.
Itron – ABB and Itron are in the beginning stages of interoperability testing now.
