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Read the latest industry insights and practical advice from Bermex experts on utility metering news, damage prevention updates, leak detection information, operational challenges, and emerging technologies shaping the utility services landscape.

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Smart Water Infrastructure Growth Fueled by Grants

Smart Water Infrastructure Growth Fueled by Grants

Understanding the Push for Smarter Water Infrastructure By David Mack, Senior Business Development Manager, Bermex North American water utilities are investing heavily in smart water infrastructure with new projects valued at over $530 million expected to have started in 2024 … Read Blog
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Addressing the Growing Risks Facing Telecom Infrastructure By David Mack, Senior Business Development Manager, ACRT Services This summary article includes excerpts from the 2023 CGA White Paper The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) is the central nonprofit organization dedicated to underground … Read Blog
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Cover of the CGA's 2023 DIRT Report.

Key Findings from the Common Ground Alliance DIRT Report

By David Mills, Operations Manager, Bermex The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) is the central nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing damage to underground utilities. Each year, the organization updates its Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT) Report. It provides insights into trends, …

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Best Practices in Underground Utility Damage Prevention

Explore damage prevention best practices from the CGA, including strategies to reduce utility strikes and improve excavation safety.

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Boosting Smart Meter Adoption Through Education

By Tommy Combs, Director of Operations, Bermex Electric smart meters bring a range of benefits to utilities and their customers, from real-time usage insights and reduced energy costs to improved grid reliability. The Edison Foundation projects a 71% increase in …

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Advancing Workplace Safety: 2024 National Safety Month

By Alan Ely, Safety Manager, Bermex While safety matters 24/7/365, a special 30 days are dedicated each June to giving safety the additional attention it deserves. This year, the National Safety Council (NSC) is spotlighting the following four topics during …

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Advanced metering infrastructure is represented by a digitalized image with a finger reaching out to touch a city.

The New Generation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure

By Kenny Murphy, President, Bermex The first smart meters, a component of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), were installed in 2006 when Pacific Gas & Electric rolled out 9 million meters. As of 2022 smart meters accounted for 72% of all …

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Utility Line Locating Safety Guidelines

Senior Operations Manager Ken Warner discusses the biggest safety hazards of utility line locating and tips on how to help ensure safety.

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