TRUConnect™ AMI

A data-centric approach to Advanced Metering Infrastructure

TRUConnect AMI is a multi-commodity, data-centric industrial IoT network that includes advanced smart meters and a wide range of intelligent connected devices that are purpose-built to improve a utility’s resiliency, reliability, and flexibility in the most reliable, cost-effective way possible.

By harnessing the power of data, TRUConnect AMI empowers utilities to coordinate operations, control costs, and enhance reliability while accelerating their grid modernization efforts. Its data-centric, interoperable design allows utilities to evolve at their own pace, integrating new devices, applications, and technologies without disruption or vendor lock-in.

The result: a secure, flexible, and affordable foundation for Unified Intelligence, with an advanced metering infrastructure approach that’s optimized to help utilities deliver better outcomes to the communities they serve.

TRUConnect AMI Solution include:

TRUConnect Edge: An intelligent device that incorporates security-enhanced Linux-based computing on a powerful system-on-chip to support edge applications. TRUConnect Edge modules are integrated into meters manufactured by Itron, Landis+Gyr and Aclara.
TRUConnect Network: a network of communications infrastructure devices that delivers unmatched reliability through a combination of “right-sized” field devices.
- TRUSense Gateway™: A multi-purpose device that can be installed in any ANSI meter socket to create a secure communication pathway via a fiber, ethernet or cellular network to devices deployed across the distribution grid and a seamless path to communicate and control devices located behind the meter.
- VersaComms Gateway™ (VC): A pole-mounted gateway that supports multiple communications technologies (fiber, cellular, RF), giving utilities the flexibility to adapt as networking technologies evolve.
Insight: A common user interface designed by utilities to manage all aspects of an AMI deployment and Tantalus’ suite of software applications and data analytics.

TRUConnect AMI Differentiators:

TRUConnect AMI delivers unique advantages rooted in Tantalus’ data-centric approach to distribution grid modernization:

Meter interoperability through the support of a wide range of electric, water and gas metering solutions, thereby mitigating the risk of vendor lock-in.
Multi-commodity support through our TRUScan™ technology that is capable of reading and integrating data from a wide range of existing ERTs and MIUs to transform legacy one-way AMR systems into next-generation, data-centric AMI systems.
Extending the life of existing grid assets by ensuring backwards-compatibility through our system-on-chip to ensure utilities avoid the expense of stranded assets while future-proofing their investments.
Flexibility in our networking capabilities that provides utilities the unique ability to migrate between communications technologies as advancements in those technologies are delivered and adopted.
Unmatched power quality measurement and behind-the-meter control delivered through our TRUSense Gateway.
Unparalleled grid data management, through TRUSync™ Grid Data Management software, which offers utilities a truly interoperable system that facilitates the integration of data from any device, system or vendor.

Benefits of the TRUConnect AMI System:

Strengthens resiliency and reliability across the distribution grid by delivering actionable, high-resolution data to utilities and communities they serve.
Supports affordability and sustainability by maximizing existing infrastructure investments and enabling DER integration.
Enhances flexibility and security through interoperable architecture and modular scalability.
Helps utilities empower their communities — promoting economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and social progress.
Provides the expandability needed to evolve alongside the transition to smart grids and distributed energy systems.

TRUConnect AMI supports a broad ecosystem of partners, allowing utilities to select the best solutions for their unique needs. Together with the other components of the Tantalus Grid Modernization Platform, TRUConnect AMI provides the foundation for Unified Intelligence—delivering the most cost-effective, lowest-risk path to grid modernization.

For additional information, download our Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Health White Paper, which outlines independent findings confirming that smart meters and AMI infrastructure present no measurable health effects.

TRUConnect™ AMI

A data-centric approach to Advanced Metering Infrastructure

Benefits of the TRUConnect AMI System:

TRUConnect AMI supports an ecosystem of partners to provide utilities with the flexibility to select the solutions that meet their needs.