The company's network can allow power producers to save money through the automation of manual services like meter reading.

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It is expected to bring an end to estimated bills, because the technology sends back an accurate meter reading to the energy company every day.

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ADM, which the company claims is simple to set up and operate, has been designed to provide half-hourly meter reading data direct to suppliers through secure information gateways.

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In a few minutes Lorelei brought out the peak flow meter, and when Davis blew into it he was back nearly to his normal reading of 380.

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The cozy, 4-square-meter Sleepbox contains a maximum of three bunk beds, bedside tables, electrical outlets, and reading lamps and can be equipped with a television and alarm clock.

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