STS Prepaid Metering System

Secure Token-Based Water & Electricity Metering Solution

STS (Standard Transfer Specification) is the global standard for prepaid utility metering. Customers purchase credit in advance and receive a secure 20-digit token. Once the token is entered into the meter, the purchased credit is transferred securely, allowing water or electricity service to continue until the balance is consumed.

JRH provides complete STS prepaid metering solutions including prepaid water meters, prepaid electricity meters, vending systems, and utility management software, helping utilities improve revenue collection, reduce operational costs, and simplify customer account management.

STS prepaid metering process flowchart for water and electricity token management

STS Prepaid Metering Process

The STS prepaid metering process enables utilities to securely manage water and electricity consumption through encrypted 20-digit tokens. Customers purchase credit in advance, receive a unique STS token, and enter it directly into the meter. Once validated, the purchased credit is transferred to the meter, allowing continuous access to water or electricity until the balance is consumed.

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Step 1
Buy Credit

Customers purchase water or electricity credit through a utility office, vending center, mobile application, or authorized sales point.

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Step 2
Generate STS Token

The vending system securely generates a unique 20-digit STS token based on the purchased credit amount.

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Step 3
Enter 20-Digit Token

The customer enters the received STS token into the prepaid water meter or prepaid electricity meter keypad.

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Step 4
Meter Receives Credit

The meter validates the token and automatically transfers the purchased credit to the customer's account balance.

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Step 5
Water / Electricity Supply

Water or electricity service remains active until the purchased credit is fully consumed.

Flexible Credit Purchase Options

Customers can purchase water or electricity credit through multiple vending channels depending on project requirements and local infrastructure. JRH supports both online and offline token distribution methods, allowing utilities to provide flexible, convenient, and reliable prepaid services.

Online vending platform for STS prepaid electricity and water token purchase

Online Vending Platform

Customers purchase credit through a web portal, mobile application, or utility self-service platform. The STS token is generated automatically and delivered instantly.

Real-Time Token Delivery Remote Recharge Centralized Management
Mobile handheld vending device for STS prepaid meter token generation in the field

Mobile Handheld Vending

Utility staff use handheld vending devices to sell credit and generate tokens directly in the field, making it ideal for locations without reliable internet access.

Works Offline Portable Operation Easy Deployment
Utility service center for STS prepaid water and electricity credit purchase

Utility Service Center

Customers visit a utility office or customer service center to purchase water or electricity credit and receive their STS token.

Face-to-Face Support Municipal Projects Easy Customer Onboarding
POS vending station for STS prepaid meter token purchase at retail points

POS Vending Station

Customers purchase credit from authorized sales agents, shops, or vending points and receive a printed STS token for meter recharge.

Wide Distribution Network Low Infrastructure Requirements Popular in African Markets

STS Prepaid Meter Products

JRH provides STS prepaid water meters and electricity meters for different project requirements, including split type water meters, integrated keypad water meters, single phase prepaid electricity meters, and three phase prepaid electricity meters.

Key Benefits of STS Prepaid Metering

STS prepaid metering systems help utilities improve revenue collection, simplify operations, and deliver a more flexible customer experience through secure token-based credit management.

Revenue Protection

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Flexible Recharge

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STS Security

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Remote Management

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Lower Costs

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Scalable Deployment

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Ready to Deploy Your STS Prepaid Metering System?

Contact JRH today to discuss your STS prepaid metering project. Our team provides end-to-end solutions including meters, vending systems, and utility management software tailored to your requirements.