Case Study: The Energy Cooperative improves gas metering efficiency with Sensus Sonix ultrasonic meters

The Energy Cooperative Finds Sensus Sonix Ultrasonic Gas Meters Measure Up

a major energy cooperative based in Ohio faced a challenge with fluctuating natural gas demand from residential customers using devices like pool heaters. Their existing diaphragm meters could not efficiently handle high-volume, short-duration usage without requiring larger, more cumbersome meters and modifications to the meter settings. They turned to vendor Sensus for a solution using their Sonix™ ultrasonic meters.

Sensus provided their Sonix ultrasonic meters, which are smaller and have no moving parts, enabling accurate measurement of high gas flows without pipe modifications. The solution improved operational efficiency with easier, one-person installations, enhanced tamper detection, and accurate billing. The cooperative was so satisfied that they expanded the program to thousands of commercial and industrial customers. Sensus also notes the implementation improved low-flow detection and thwarted theft of service.

The Energy Cooperative

Dave Detty

Gas Utility Manager