KCBPU will implement Elster’s EnergyAxis smart grid solution to streamline business and operational processes.

With Elster’s technologies that include advanced metering infrastructure, KCBPU will install Ethernet-connected Rex3 smart meters and replace outdated control systems and infrastructure.

This will enable the utility to roll out new services such as outage management, time-of-use rates, remote connect and disconnect service, flexible billing and leak detection capabilities to its customers.

As part of its smart grid plan, KCBPU plans to deploy more than 69,000 of Elster’s smart electric meters and 55,000 Elster smart water meters over the next few years.