Aphex Systems: Powering Critical Data with Precision Metering
The Challenge: Ensuring Accurate Billing and Monitoring in a Mission-Critical Environment
A key London Docklands datacentre faced significant challenges with their Low Voltage (LV) metering infrastructure. The facility, which hosts mission-critical IT services for numerous clients, needed to:
- Replace non-MID compliant meters with certified equipment to ensure billing accuracy and compliance
- Install additional metering to support increased IT load density
- Implement a system that could monitor power quality for critical supplies
- Integrate all metering into a comprehensive monitoring platform
- Complete all work with zero disruption to critical IT operations
The Solution: Precision Engineering and Expert Implementation
Aphex Systems, with over 30 years of experience in metering, billing and power management systems, developed a comprehensive solution:
Technical Implementation
- Replaced outdated non-MID meters with Janitza UMG 96PA MID+ power analyzers
- These advanced meters provide:
- MID certification to 2014/32/EU for legally compliant billing
- Comprehensive power quality monitoring capabilities
- Storage of meter reading data for up to 2 years
- Tamper-proof design with password protection and terminal covers for lead seals
- Ability to monitor harmonics up to the 40th order
Project Execution Excellence
- Coordinated critical load switchovers with minimal risk
- Implemented safe isolation procedures to protect both personnel and equipment
- Worked closely with the client to schedule work around operational requirements
- Delivered flawless execution with zero service disruption
The Results: Enhanced Visibility, Compliance and Efficiency
The successful implementation delivered immediate and long-term benefits:
- Complete Compliance: All 8 LV switchboards now feature MID-certified metering, ensuring legal compliance for client billing
- Enhanced Monitoring: The facility can now monitor power quality in real-time, enabling proactive maintenance
- Future-Ready Infrastructure: The system is fully prepared for integration with GridVis software, enabling:
- Comprehensive energy data visualization
- Advanced analytics for energy optimization
- Automated reporting capabilities
- Early detection of potential issues through anomaly detection
Why This Matters
In today’s data-driven world, datacentres represent critical infrastructure that powers businesses across all sectors. Accurate metering and monitoring are essential not just for fair billing, but for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of these vital facilities.
Aphex Systems’ implementation showcases how expert engineering and careful project management can transform a datacentre’s metering infrastructure without compromising operations—delivering compliance, accuracy, and valuable insights that support both operational excellence and business growth.
About Aphex Systems
Aphex Systems has been delivering precision metering, billing and power management systems for over 30 years. Their APHEX Analytica platform provides comprehensive energy management capabilities including secure hosting, monitoring, benchmarking, targeting, reporting, and bill creation. From meter installation to insightful analytics, Aphex Systems offers turnkey, end-to-end solutions that increase efficiency while decreasing costs.
Contact Aphex Systems to learn how they can transform your energy monitoring and management capabilities.
