Kamstrup and eMeter, A Siemens Business, Partner to Offer Interoperable Solutions to Advance eMeter’s Smart Grid Ecosystem

San Mateo, CA, and Skanderborg, Denmark – July 5, 2012 – Kamstrup today announced they are joining the eMeter® Alliance Program as an Integrated Meter Data Management Technology and Developer Partner. Together, Kamstrup and eMeter, A Siemens Business, will collectively develop and sell integrated solutions for utility Smart Grid systems.

The eMeter integrated Smart Grid ecosystem empowers eMeter’s partners with the technology and support necessary to integrate their solutions with the EnergyIP® meter data management information platform.

“We have already seen a lot of interest from different markets for a combined eMeter/Kamstrup solution. With the new partnership, utilities will benefit from a standard integration between eMeter’s highly scalable and feature rich solution and Kamstrup’s high-performing AMI – based on proven, wireless technology and quality components designed and manufactured in Denmark” said Henrik Baek Joergensen, Senior Product Manager for Smart Grid at Kamstrup.

eMeter’s integrated Smart Grid partner ecosystem provides utilities with interoperable Smart Grid solutions based on industry standards and best practices, improving the integration process and lowering the total cost of ownership. eMeter and Kamstrup will give each other access to a suite of web services and support including API’s, sample code, demo software licenses and testing programs. Kamstrup and eMeter also put its support desks and technical expertise at partners’ full disposal.

“Our Smart Grid ecosystem allows utility customers to choose an interoperable solution that integrates the eMeter EnergyIP platform seamlessly with our partners’ technology,” said Shannon Amerman, Vice President of Technology Alliances at eMeter, A Siemens Business. “This will not only spark mutual success for eMeter and our partners, but will also lead to reduced costs and improved customer satisfaction for our customers.”

More information:

Natalie Whelan, eMeter
650-888-8082
natalie.whelan@emeter.com

Henrik Baek Joergensen, Kamstrup
(+45) 8993 1000
hbj@kamstrup.dk

About Kamstrup
Kamstrup serves energy companies and utilities with innovative metering solutions for electricity, heat, cooling, water and natural gas. Solutions include Smart Grid applications, Smart Metering systems and meters. Energy and water meters from Kamstrup are installed in homes worldwide securing fair billing and an efficient use of energy.
Kamstrup was founded in 1946 and has today 800 employees and representations in more than 50 countries. www.kamstrup.com

About eMeter, A Siemens Business
eMeter, A Siemens Business, provides essential software that enables electric, gas and water utilities to realize the full benefits of Smart Grid. Leading utilities worldwide depend on eMeter Smart Grid management software to reduce operational costs, improve customer service, and drive energy efficiency. With the most large-scale deployments in the industry and strategic partnerships with Accenture, IBM, and SAP, eMeter has built a reputation for unparalleled expertise that ensures customer success. For more information visit: www.emeter.com.

Kamstrup
Industrivej 28
8660 Skanderborg
Denmark
Phone: +45 8993 1000
E-mail: info@kamstrup.com

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