Pietro Fiorentini and Texnopark’s Groundbreaking Smart Meter Project
The partnership between Pietro Fiorentini and Texnopark LLC has resulted in the production of over one million Osten smart gas meters in Uzbekistan within a year. This milestone marks a significant step in the digital transformation of gas distribution in the country.
The ambitious project aims to produce four million smart gas meters, incorporating Pietro Fiorentini’s state-of-the-art measurement and electronic components. These components are manufactured in Rosate (Milan), Italy, and shipped to Uzbekistan for final assembly.
A Milestone Achievement in Smart Meter Production
On March 16, 2021, Texnopark LLC hosted a special event to celebrate the production of the first one million smart meters. The event was attended by a high-level Italian delegation, including:
- Cristiano Nardi, Executive Chairman, Pietro Fiorentini Group
- Alessandro Vistoli, CEO, Terranova (Pietro Fiorentini’s subsidiary providing data management software)
- Mario Bruni, Managing Director and Head of Mid Corporate, SACE S.p.A.
Cutting-Edge Smart Meter Technology
- Advanced communication capabilities: Pietro Fiorentini’s smart meters, managed remotely via Terranova’s platform, have achieved an impressive 96% communication success rate.
- Industry leadership: Pietro Fiorentini’s role in the global smart meter market continues to strengthen with this project.
“We are proud to participate in such an important project, which consolidates our leading position in the global smart meter manufacturing industry,” said Fabio Baggio, Components and Services Value Stream Leader at Pietro Fiorentini.
Fast-Track Development and Production Growth
The Uzbekistan smart meter project has progressed rapidly, demonstrating the efficiency and commitment of both Pietro Fiorentini and Texnopark:
- August 2019: Contract signed for the smart meter production project.
- December 2019: Texnopark’s engineers trained in Italy by Pietro Fiorentini’s experts.
- January 2020: Pietro Fiorentini employees traveled to Uzbekistan to oversee:
- Machinery installation
- Production line startup
- Second-phase staff training
- February 2020:
- Inauguration of the new smart meter factory in Tashkent
- First RSE meter produced
- Ongoing Production: The plant operates at full capacity, producing up to 10,000 smart gas meters per day.
Strengthening Global Leadership in Smart Metering
This project is a testament to Pietro Fiorentini’s innovation, efficiency, and leadership in the smart meter industry. By delivering high-quality gas meters in record time, the company continues to set new standards in gas distribution technology.
The strategic partnership with Texnopark LLC further demonstrates how Pietro Fiorentini is shaping the future of smart gas metering with its cutting-edge technology and rapid deployment capabilities.
