Why LoRaWAN is the Backbone of Reliable Smart Metering
In the world of site management, connectivity is everything. If your data doesn’t get through, your meters might as well be metal boxes. That’s why Metpow uses LoRaWAN — a wireless network technology that’s quietly powering the most reliable metering systems in the UK.
Wi-Fi and 4G just aren’t built for the job
Most park and marina environments aren’t kind to traditional networks. Wi-Fi drops out over long distances. 4G can buckle under congestion. Metal units, dense trees, boats, buildings — all of them mess with signal strength. The result? Incomplete data, delayed reads, and frustrated operators.
LoRaWAN (short for Long Range Wide Area Network) was designed for exactly this kind of environment. It can transmit small data packets over long distances, using very little power, and doesn’t rely on your guest Wi-Fi or mobile networks.
Always on, always connected
Every Metpow installation includes dedicated LoRaWAN gateways that form a private, independent network for your site. That means:
No reliance on public Wi-Fi or mobile networks
Reduced signal loss through obstacles like caravans, boats, or infrastructure
Instant, continuous data flow between your meters and Metpow’s cloud platform
If your guests lose signal, Metpow doesn’t. It keeps monitoring usage, logging every kilowatt-hour, ready for you to view in real time.
Built for scale
LoRaWAN isn’t just reliable — it’s scalable. Whether you’re managing 20 pitches or 2,000 berths, the same gateway system expands with you. Adding new meters is simple, and coverage stays consistent across the entire site.
Lady’s Mile operates over 1000 pitches using the Metpow LoRaWAN gateway.
Why it matters
Reliable data isn’t just a technical detail — it’s the foundation of trust. Guests get accurate, fair billing. Operators get operational insight and total control. The connection that powers all that? LoRaWAN.
Metpow and Rolec hardware work together to deliver this connectivity as standard. No retrofits. No black spots. No guesswork.
Because if you’re serious about smart metering, you need a network that’s as smart as the meters themselves.
📞 Talk to our metering specialists about LoRaWAN-ready systems at 01803220372 or email hello@metpow.com.
