Metering Insights

How Much Encryption is Enough
Practical Security for Utility Data

In the utility sector, security isn't about locking everything in a digital vault and throwing away the key. It's about knowing what to protect, how much to protect it, and...

Voltage, Not Frequency
The Hidden Risk in Renewable Grids

This article examines the causes and lessons of the April 2025 Iberian blackout, where Spain and parts of Portugal experienced a widespread power outage triggered by voltage instability—not frequency, as...

Meet the Meter That Doesn't Cost the Earth
Practical Innovations in Eco-Design

In the utility sector, the humble electricity meter is often overlooked—until it isn't. For engineers and decision makers, it's much more than a box on the wall: it's the backbone...

Adapting to Uncertainty
Practical Strategies for Sustainable Growth in the Electrical Energy Sector

The electrical energy sector is facing rapid changes. Regulations shift, supply chains are under pressure, and new technologies enter the market quickly. For engineers and decision-makers, the challenge is to...

The Silent Surge
Understanding and Managing Inrush Current in Power Systems

In the precise world of electrical energy measurement and distribution, a brief but potent phenomenon presents persistent challenges: inrush current. This initial surge of current, far exceeding normal operating levels,...

Coffee Consumption and Its Impact on Calibration Accuracy
A Field Study

A rigorous investigation into the most critical factor affecting power system reliability At CLOU, we know that accuracy is more than just a number—it's a culture, and sometimes, it's a...

CLOU Aqua-C3.0 Pro
Practical Energy Storage for Demanding Applications

CLOU has launched the Aqua-C3.0 Pro, its latest liquid-cooled energy storage system, at RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas. This system builds on the Aqua-C2.5 platform, offering higher capacity, improved efficiency,...

Metering Myths Busted
Separating Fact from Fiction in Electrical Measurement

In electrical energy metering, persistent myths can undermine trust in modern technology and complicate utility operations. Addressing these misconceptions is essential for informed decision-making and the reliable deployment of advanced...

The Great Meter Reader Olympics
Tales from the Field

Every billing cycle, a quiet legion of meter readers heads out—armed with nothing but a clipboard, a handheld, and nerves of steel. They're the unsung athletes of the utility sector,...

Random Numbers in Testing
Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Metering

Randomness is a familiar companion in electrical energy measurement. Whether you're validating a new smart meter, running uncertainty analyses in the lab, or simulating battery cycling for storage systems, you'll...

From Data Centres to Distribution
AI's Growing Appetite for Electricity

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword in the tech sector; it is now a major consumer of electricity across the globe. As AI models become more complex and...

Why Smart Meters Are Smarter Than Your Ex
(And Certified to Prove It)

Let's be honest, —everyone's had that one ex who was technically "functional," but left you questioning your life choices. Maybe they were occasionally reliable, but their communication skills lagged behind...