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| Dear Deborah,
Elster American Meter, the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of gas measurement and control products for the natural gas and propane industries, will kick off its 175 year anniversary in January 2011. As Elster Gas North America wraps up the end of 2010, we will begin promoting our 175 years of commitment to the natural gas industry as well as sharing fun facts with you in regards to the natural gas industry.
FUN FACT
In February 1836, the first municipal-owned facility opened in Philadelphia and customers were being serviced at 35 cents per 100 cu ft. The board of the Philadelphia Gas Works reported "notwithstanding the desires of the trustees to provide meters of American manufacture, they found themselves obligated to resort again to England for this year's supply."
The flow of gas meters from England brought with it a number of individuals skilled in the maintenance and manufacture of such meters. One of these was a young immigrant named Samuel Down. He went to work at the Manhattan Gas Light Co., where his skill attracted such favorable attention that Down's employer suggested he start his own meter business. This enterprise became the American Meter Co., an organization that would establish a continuous 175 year history of supplying instrumentation for gas measurement.
Down began making meter parts, then complete meters. He soon gained the business of his old employer plus that of other gas companies in the United States and Canada.
Stay Tuned for more historical facts on American Meter and the Natural Gas Industry
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Q.Sonic-plus - a step into a new dimension. Leading technology with innovative solutions for ultrasonic flow metering.
 The new Ultrasonic gas flow meter 'Q.Sonic-plus' is a six-path meter, and subject to an 'enhanced' Elster-Instromet patent, with more functionality, bringing about new end-user benefits, along with greater processing power that yields a lower measurement uncertainty.
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New and enhanced all-metal-encapsulated transducer technology yielding stronger signals
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3D body length
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All new electronics employing the latest technology for improved performance
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P&T meter body correction for large differential pressure between calibration facility and operational conditions
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Fully compliant with ISO/FDIS 17089-1: 2009 (E), AGA-9, OIML R137-1:2006 (E), and other standards
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Axial and non-axial flow measurement paths employing our unique patented technology
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All swirl-path transducers mounted in the 'horizontal' plane, reduced in physical size, and improved efficiency
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Intrinsic Safety for transducers
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Custom designed and built electronics enclosure including a built-in display
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New healthcare package developing under the trademark MeasCon Technology™
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New and improved PC software for diagnostics and full integration into the 'Elster-Instromet Supervisory Suite (ISS)'
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Elster Gas North America Announces Bob Bennett's Induction into the MEA Hall of Fame.
 Bob Bennett, Manager Technical Service Center, was one of three inducted into the MEA Hall of fame at the 87th Annual Gas Operations School in Ames, IA. Bennett was honored for his "outstanding contributions in leadership and expertise to the energy industry through participation in MEA activities". Bennett has been an Instructor at the MEA Gas Operations Conference for the past 15 years and at the Measurement Excellence course since 2006. |
Elster Meter Services Improves Processes and Delivers Best Value to Customers
As the largest 3rd party meter service provider for the natural gas marketplace Elster Meter Services is continually looking for ways to improve our processes and deliver best value to our customers. During the recent plant summer shut-down our Cartersville service facility underwent a major re-layout designed to improve productivity and incorporate additional enhancements to product flow and technologies.
"We are constantly looking to deliver the highest total service value to our customers" said Bruce Barnett, Vice President of Elster Meter Services. "These improvements leverage our manufacturing expertise
and incorporate them into the service side of our business".
In addition to the process improvements the shut-down included the addition of both the Rotary Meter and ERT Battery change-out cells to the operation.
The Elster Meter Services Cartersville facility is a "State-of-the-Art" service facility and all customers are encouraged to contact their Elster American Meter sales representative or Elster Meter Services directly to arrange for a detailed tour. |
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About Elster
Elster is one of the world's largest electricity, gas and water measurement and control providers. Our offerings include distribution monitoring and control, advanced smart metering, demand response, networking and software solutions, and numerous related communications and services - key components for enabling consumer choice, operational efficiency and conservation. Our products and solutions are widely used by utilities in the traditional and emerging Smart Grid markets.
Elster has one of the most extensive installed revenue measurement bases in the world, with more than 200 million metering devices deployed over the course of the last 10 years. It sells its products and services in more than 130 countries across electricity, gas, water and multi-utility applications for residential, commercial and industrial, and transmission and distribution applications.
With a heritage of more than 170 years of providing utility solutions, Elster enjoys a reputation as a leading innovator and has played, and continues to play, an important role in shaping industry standards with respect to performance, reliability, accuracy and functionality.
Elster was acquired by funds advised by CVC Capital Partners in September 2005.
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Applications Notes |
Regulator Safety Devices
Elster American Meter offers a vast array of natural gas regulator safety devices to meet the varying demands of today's market place.
The most common and simple form of protection is an internal relief valve that vents gas to the atmosphere if the downstream pressure exceeds a predetermined set point. Internal relief valves are designed to be a cost-effective and reliable mechanism to mitigate excessive downstream pressure build up that may be harmful to piping systems or equipment.
Other types of available safety devices are designed to shut off gas flow completely in the event of an emergency. These may be used independently, or in conjunction with, internal relief valves to act as a primary or secondary safety device. Shut off devices are designed to prevent gas from venting to the atmosphere when used as a primary safety device. The OPSO (over-pressure shut-off) will completely shutdown the flow of gas in the event of a high pressure downstream condition. The UPSO (under-pressure shut-off) will completely shut down the flow of gas in the event of a low pressure upstream condition. The USSA (universal safety shut-off assembly combines the OPSO and UPSO functionality to provide both over- and under-pressure shutoff capability in one device.
A Simple Solution for Freezing Vents
Weather conditions can have a serious impact on natural gas equipment.When the weather turns cold, melting snow or freezing rain can cause regulator vents to freeze shut, which can prevent the regulators diaphragm chamber from breathing, creating a potentially hazardous condition. Elster Gas Depot Splashguards offer a simple solution for freezing vents. This effective solution is rugged and can be easily installed in the field or at the factory. Splashguards protect the vent screen from splashes and provide a large venting area to keep regulators working effectively, protecting the equipment and the customer. Click Here to learn more |
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Measurement Schools | |
Elster American Meter SNAP Prover School
September 20 - 22, 2010
Elster American Meter will conduct the 2010 Measurement School in Nashville starting with a reception on October 11 at the Nashville Airport Marriott. The classes will be conducted at Piedmont Natural Gas's new facility at 83 Century Blvd which is just north of the Nashville airport. |
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Visit Elster at Upcoming Events | |
American School of Gas Measurement Technology, Houston, TX, September 20-23, 2010
World Shale Gas Conference & Exhibition
Dallas, TX, November 3-5, 2010 |
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