Jacob Ammentorp Lund - stock.adobe.comSince December 2022, the German Heating Costs Ordinance has required that metering devices be interoperable. Minol relies on LoRaWAN technology for this, which enables the straightforward switching of metering service providers and ensures long-term flexibility for landlords.
Legal obligation for interoperability of data collection devices
The Heating Costs Ordinance requires that remotely readable metering devices be compatible with devices from other manufacturers. The aim is to prevent landlords or property managers from having to install new meters when changing metering service providers.
- Current situation: Heat cost allocators, in particular, were often incompatible.
- Exception: Water, heat and cold meters were already interoperable.
Minols solution for the interoperability of data collection devices
LoRaWAN as a standard
- Minol uses LoRaWAN radio modules in the Connect system for remote transmission of the measured values.
- LoRaWAN is an internationally recognized, open industry standard, listed with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
Cross-manufacturer use
- LoRaWAN devices from different manufacturers can be operated together.
- Switching between Minol Connect and other LoRaWAN systems is possible in both directions.
Secure integration into smart metering
- The connection is established via IoT gateways that comply with the technical requirements of the BSI guideline TR-03109.
- Submeter units enable safe operation in conjunction with intelligent metering systems (iMSys) and smart meter gateways (SMGW).
Conclusion: Interoperability of data collection devices
Interoperability of metering devices protects landlords from unnecessary costs and ensures compliance with legal requirements. With Minol Connect and LoRaWAN, you get a future-proof solution that works across different manufacturers.
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