Having insight into a property’s electricity consumption in real time is not only technically possible today, but also an important part of modern, energy-efficient management. With the help of smart technology, property owners and managers can take control of energy flows and identify energy wasters in the property, enabling well-informed decisions that save both money and environmental resources. PiiGAB offers solutions that enable real-time monitoring and analysis of electricity consumption—regardless of the property type or system architecture.
Why is real-time monitoring important?
Real-time monitoring of electricity consumption is essential for quickly detecting abnormal electricity use, energy wasters or operational disruptions in a property. By visualizing energy data in real time, it becomes easier to understand where and when electricity is consumed, creating better conditions for optimization. For housing cooperatives, commercial properties and industrial facilities alike, this means greater control, lower operating costs and the opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable energy system.
How does it work in practice?
The foundation of real-time monitoring for taking action on consumption is to measure consumption at the property’s main electricity meter, which collects consumption data from the property. This is combined with measuring different parts of the property, such as apartments, technical spaces or specific electrical distribution boards. The meters communicate with a central gateway, which in turn transfers the measured values to a monitoring system.
PiiGAB’s gateways support protocols such as M-Bus, Modbus and wireless M-Bus and are designed to work in both small and large properties. By installing the right combination of meters and communication devices, users can monitor electricity consumption in real time through a web-based interface, providing fast and clear access to energy data.
PiiGAB’s solutions for real-time measurement
PiiGAB offers hardware and software specially adapted for professional users in building automation and energy monitoring.
The solutions are based on open communication and high data integrity, making them easy to integrate into existing systems or install as part of new projects.
PiiGAB’s gateway devices act as the link between field meters and monitoring systems. They can collect data from hundreds of measurement points, SCADA systems or cloud-based visualization platforms. For users, this means a scalable, future-proof system that provides full control over electricity consumption—in real time.
Examples of what is needed to view electricity consumption in real time:
- Energy meters (for main fuses, apartments or equipment)
- PiiGAB M-Bus or Modbus gateway
- Communication solution (LAN, 4G, Wi-Fi)
- Software for data collection and visualization
Applications and benefits
As electricity grid operators are now introducing power tariffs, it is more important than ever to measure and manage electricity use intelligently. By reducing power peaks—the times when electricity consumption rises sharply—property owners and companies can significantly lower their electricity costs.
With PiiGAB’s solutions for electricity metering and real-time monitoring, you gain full control over when and how electricity is used in your property. Our solutions enable detailed analysis of power demand and help you identify inefficient energy use. By connecting measurement data to control systems or energy management, you can automatically distribute consumption throughout the day, avoid costly power peaks and optimize load management—in full alignment with the new tariff models.
This also enables continuous monitoring of energy targets and provides transparent supporting data for reporting and follow-up.
Integration with building management systems and SCADA
One of the major advantages of PiiGAB’s solutions is their high level of compatibility. The gateway devices can be integrated with existing BMS or SCADA systems via standardized protocols. This makes it possible to combine energy data with other building information and thereby gain a more comprehensive view of the building’s performance.
For users who do not yet have an established system, there are also options that can be installed directly in the operating environment to measure consumption cost-effectively. This allows smaller organizations to take the step toward real-time monitoring without making major investments in IT infrastructure.
How to get started with real-time monitoring
PiiGAB assists with everything from needs analysis and product selection to technical support and training. Our experience with projects in housing cooperatives, office properties and industrial environments makes us a reliable and competent partner.
With our solutions, you get a complete infrastructure for energy metering that can easily be adapted to the size and type of property and its existing systems.
Contact PiiGAB for the right solution
Would you like to take control of your property’s electricity consumption? Contact us at PiiGAB to review your needs. We will help you find the right combination of products and show you how to easily monitor energy use in real time—with full transparency and reliability.