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Industry Insights Direct from Our Experts

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.

Employee Spotlight

Dan Cerrezuela Joins ACRT Services as Business Development Manager

June 19, 2024 — Stow, Ohio — We’re pleased to introduce Dan Cerrezuela as our newest business development manager. Cerrezuela brings more than three decades of experience within the utility sector, including advanced metering infrastructure, smart grid industries, and water …

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Thought Leadership

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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Thought Leadership
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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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Employee Spotlight
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Setting an Example Through Safe Practices: Cole Bronson

Cole Bronson has a melting pot of professional experience. From operating his own video production company and driving for a national shipping & receiving organization to working at a school for children with developmental disabilities, Bronson brings bits and pieces …

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Thought Leadership
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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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Employee Spotlight

John Hamilton Celebrates 20th Anniversary

John Hamilton recently celebrated his 20th anniversary with Bermex. Learn more about the tenured meter reader. Tell us about yourself. I live in Reynoldsburg, Ohio and am in a long-term relationship with my girlfriend, Rebecca. I enjoy bicycling, music, and …

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Employee Spotlight

Inaugural Hammer of Honor Recipient: Andrea Hawco

This year’s Managers’ Summit brought together representatives from ACRT Services and all four of our operating companies (Bermex, ACRT, ACRT Pacific, and EnviroScience) at Deer Creek State Park in Mt. Sterling, Ohio. During the Summit, managers from each company had …

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Saluting Our Heroes

With hearts filled with gratitude, the nation stands united on Veterans Day to honor and pay homage to the extraordinary service and sacrifices made by those who have answered the call to protect and defend the United States. Learn more …

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Advanced Metering Infrastructure Safety Advantages

The advantages of advanced metering infrastructure safety are revolutionary for the utility industry. Learn how AMI reduces exposure to safety hazards.

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