Grid Net Collaborates with Sprint on Smart Grid Solution

 
Grid Net Collaborates with Sprint on Smart Grid Solution Grid Net is collaborating with Sprint to deliver a solution that leverages Grid Net’s software platforms to connect smart meters and smart grid routers via the Sprint 4G network, meaning utilities can now offer secure, scalable, reliable, and standards-based Smart Grid technology. Grid Net says its software platforms are designed to “integrate substation automation, distribution automation, smart meters, demand response, and load management with electric vehicles, buildings, and homes to increase grid reliability, energy efficiency, renewable energy use, and customer satisfaction while reducing capital and operating costs.” Sprint, the national wireless carrier to launch and market a 4G network in the United States will explore embedded WiMAX connectivity into Smart Meters and Smart Grid Routers with Grid Net. WiMAX is an open IEEE standard that provides a low-cost solution to wirelessly connect smart meters to the Smart Grid. In addition, Grid Net says WiMAX standards allow utilities to “assign different class of services and set priorities in critical infrastructure applications assuring the quality of service for critical infrastructure.”