Makiki Condo – Electrical Submetering Upgrade Project
We partnered with a Makiki Condo in Honolulu, Hawaii to replace and upgrade its existing Intellimeter electrical submetering system installed in the stairwells. The legacy system experienced communication issues caused by variable-frequency drives (VFDs) throughout the property and relied on telephone dial-in software for meter readings. It also lacked a convenient visual display of cumulative unit electricity usage, limiting accessibility for residents and property management.
The upgraded system features new electrical submeters housed in surface-mounted enclosures in the stairwells, allowing residents to conveniently view their cumulative meter readings at any time. This modernization improves meter accessibility, supports transparent utility monitoring, and provides a more practical solution for individual-unit energy tracking.
The new system utilizes wireless radio-frequency (RF) communication technology to transmit meter data to a centralized data collection unit, where usage information is processed through meter data management software. This modern approach replaces reliance on the previous telephone dial-in method and helps address communication challenges associated with the property’s existing electrical equipment.
Our team provided licensed electrician services, on-site product support, and system programming to ensure proper installation and reliable operation. The upgraded metering technology also provides flexibility for integration with existing metering infrastructure where compatible, offering a cost-effective approach to modernizing the property’s utility monitoring system.
This project demonstrates our expertise in Honolulu electrical submetering, Intellimeter system upgrades, RF meter systems, individual-unit energy monitoring, remote meter reading, and utility data management for condominium and high-rise properties throughout Hawaii.
The result is a modern, reliable, and cost-effective electrical submetering solution that improves access to cumulative meter readings, supports transparent utility monitoring, and provides a stronger foundation for ongoing energy management.
