{"id":2738,"date":"2025-10-17T03:27:35","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T03:27:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/?p=2738"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:03:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T09:03:30","slug":"serbian-client-visits-shenzhen-jiaronghua-partnering-to-upgrade-mechanical-water-meters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/fr\/serbian-client-visits-shenzhen-jiaronghua-partnering-to-upgrade-mechanical-water-meters\/","title":{"rendered":"Un client serbe visite Shenzhen Jiaronghua : Partenariat pour la modernisation des compteurs d'eau m\u00e9caniques"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today, Shenzhen Jiaronghua Technology Co., Ltd. welcomed a valued client from Serbia\u2014an enterprise leading local &#8220;smart living&#8221; initiatives. Their visit wasn\u2019t just a routine meetup; it was a focused discussion on a key opportunity: modernizing Serbia\u2019s large number of outdated mechanical water meters with Jiaronghua\u2019s smart solutions. The conversation quickly turned into a dynamic exchange of needs and solutions, and we\u2019re excited to share the highlights!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1.webp 939w, https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 939px) 100vw, 939px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Need: Serbia\u2019s Mechanical Water Meter Challenge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The client first outlined Serbia\u2019s current situation: while urban areas are adopting smart tech, many regions\u2014especially suburban and rural areas\u2014still rely on traditional mechanical water meters. These meters function, but they come with critical drawbacks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manual reading: Time-consuming and labor-intensive, requiring staff to visit each household.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human error: Misread dials lead to inaccurate billing and disputes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No real-time data: Impossible to track water usage or detect leaks promptly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there\u2019s a silver lining: Serbia\u2019s <strong>NB-IoT network coverage has reached 90%<\/strong>, the client shared. This is a game-changer for smart meter rollouts\u2014NB-IoT is ideal for water meters, as it offers long-range connectivity, ultra-low power consumption (batteries last 5+ years), and stable data transmission. Naturally, the client expressed strong interest in partnering to replace mechanical meters with Jiaronghua\u2019s NB-IoT smart water meters in covered areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan B for Remote Areas: LoRaWAN Smart Water Meter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>Compteur d'eau intelligent LoRaWAN<\/strong> is an intelligent water metering device that uses the <strong>LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) protocol<\/strong>\u2014a global, open wireless standard\u2014to measure water consumption and transmit data wirelessly. Unlike traditional mechanical meters, it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automatically records real-time water usage (no manual reading needed);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sends data over long distances (up to 2-5km in open areas) with ultra-low power (batteries last 5\u201310 years);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with LoRaWAN gateways to connect to cloud-based management systems for billing, leak detection, and usage analysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-1.webp 939w, https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-1-768x373.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 939px) 100vw, 939px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Smart Workaround: Meter Reading Camera for Certification Hurdles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A major challenge in Serbia? Strict local certification requirements for new water meters. Replacing every mechanical meter at once would face delays due to certification processes. That\u2019s when the client\u2019s eyes lit up at Jiaronghua\u2019s <strong>Meter Reading Camera<\/strong>\u2014a clever workaround that skips the need for full meter replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"937\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-2.webp 937w, https:\/\/jrhmeter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u56fe\u7247-1-2-768x440.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy installation: The camera clips directly onto existing mechanical meters (no tools, no pipe disassembly).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated reading: It takes clear photos of the meter dial at set intervals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI-powered analysis: Photos are uploaded to Jiaronghua\u2019s cloud-based smart metering system, which uses AI to convert images into accurate digital readings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seamless billing: The system generates monthly bills automatically, enabling users to pay online\u2014no more paper invoices or manual calculations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This solution cuts labor costs by 70% (no more manual reading!) and avoids certification delays. The client called it &#8220;the perfect bridge between old hardware and smart technology.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Smart Water Meters Matter Globally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This collaboration isn\u2019t just about Serbia\u2014it reflects a global trend. As technology advances, upgrading water meters has become urgent worldwide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>End-users want convenience: Fast, online payment options instead of waiting for manual billing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cities need efficiency: Smart data helps reduce water waste (e.g., detecting leaks within hours) and manage resources better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Businesses seek savings: Automated processes cut labor costs and billing errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At Jiaronghua, we\u2019re prepared for this shift. Beyond NB-IoT, LoRaWAN smart meters, and Meter Reading Cameras, we also produce:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>STS code meters<\/strong>: Compliant with international standards for prepaid billing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IC card meters<\/strong>: Enable users to pay for water in advance via IC cards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Better yet, these solutions work for <strong>both water and electricity meters<\/strong>\u2014offering one-stop smart energy management for our clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let\u2019s Collaborate!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re working on smart living or energy management projects\u2014whether in Serbia, Europe, or anywhere else globally\u2014and need reliable, flexible water or electricity meter solutions, we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jiaronghua\u2019s goal is to turn outdated infrastructure into efficient, sustainable systems. Let\u2019s work together to make every drop of water (and every kilowatt of electricity) count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact us today to start your smart metering journey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2014 The Jiaronghua Team<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, Shenzhen Jiaronghua Technology Co., Ltd. welcomed a valued client from Serbia\u2014an enterprise leading local &#8220;smart living&#8221; initiatives. Their visit wasn\u2019t just a routine meetup; it was a focused discussion on a key opportunity: modernizing Serbia\u2019s large number of outdated mechanical water meters with Jiaronghua\u2019s smart solutions. 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