The following five functions demonstrate how smart water meters ensure every drop of water is used efficiently.

1. Remote Automatic Meter Reading: Eliminating manual readings, ensuring accurate data for every household

Smart water meters support high-frequency automatic reporting of water consumption, updating data from daily to hourly or even every 15 minutes, completely eliminating the problems of missed or estimated readings in manual meter reading. Users can view real-time water consumption at any time via their mobile phones, and water departments can accurately grasp regional water consumption trends, improving management efficiency. This function is especially suitable for the renovation of older residential areas, making data transparency the norm.

2. Prepayment and Remote Valve Control: Pay first, then use water, eliminating concerns about unpaid bills

Through the prepayment model, users need to recharge in advance to use water. The system automatically reminds users when the balance is insufficient, and automatically shuts off the water when the balance runs out. After payment, the valve is opened remotely, and access is restored immediately, resulting in a collection rate of nearly 100%. This function eliminates disputes over unpaid bills and is particularly suitable for rental properties and commercial premises, making water management more proactive.

3. Abnormal Water Use Alarms: 24-hour protection, preventing leaks before they happen

Smart water meters can identify various abnormal water use scenarios:

• Continuous water flow at night: Continuous water use in the early morning indicates possible leaks or illegal operations;

• Short-term high flow: A surge in water use warns of the risk of pipe rupture;

• Valve malfunction: An alarm is triggered immediately if the valve closing command is not executed;

• Meter offline: The platform provides real-time alerts when communication is interrupted.

Property management can intervene immediately, reducing water waste and economic losses.

4. Tiered Pricing and Time-of-Use Metering: Encouraging conservation and optimizing energy consumption

Supports tiered water pricing settings (e.g., 0-10 tons charged at a lower price, and excess usage at a higher price), encouraging users to use water rationally. It also records time-of-use water consumption data, helping to analyze peak energy consumption and providing water-saving suggestions for households and businesses. This function aligns with environmental policies and promotes the construction of a water-saving society. 5. Multi-system Integration: Integrating into a Smart Ecosystem to Enhance Convenience

Data can be integrated into the energy management platform, seamlessly linking with electricity meters, door locks, and property management systems:

• When water bills are overdue, the door lock is automatically restricted;

• Remote settlement and water shut-off upon check-out;

• Generation of water usage reports to assist in decision-making.

This achieves integrated management of "people-housing-water-fees," making life smarter and more efficient.

Smart living starts with accurate metering.

The functions of smart water meters go far beyond this; their high-sensitivity sensors can even detect tiny water leaks, completely ending the old habit of "saving money by letting water drip." From policy support to technological implementation, it is becoming the "nerve ending" of smart water management, injecting new vitality into urban management and family life. Choosing a smart water meter is not just choosing a product, but embracing a sustainable and intelligent lifestyle.