Dive Summary:
- Elster will use Cisco technology to offer field area networks smart grid solutions that will integrate the Cisco Connected Grid Endpoint reference design with Elster’s EnergyAxis System.
- According to the companies, Cisco’s reference design will further expand the interoperability of the EnergyAxis, whose architecture enables smart meters to act as sensors for distribution automation and asset management applications.
- In addition to the software integration, Elster intends to develop EnergyAxis communications firmware that will operate within Cisco’s routers, as well as interface with the Cisco Connected Grid Network Management System.
From the article:
Cisco and Elster have announced that Elster will offer smart grid solutions for field area networks using Cisco's technology. The solutions will integrate the Cisco Connected Grid Endpoint reference design with Elster's EnergyAxis System.
Elster is licensing the Cisco Connected Grid Endpoint reference design and software development kit. According to the companies, Cisco's reference design will further expand the interoperability and standards-based optimization of the EnergyAxis, whose architecture enables smart meters to act as sensors for distribution automation and asset management applications.
