When it comes to metering large or complex sites, there’s no single solution that fits every challenge. Some areas are perfectly suited to hardwired CT meters. Others — like remote substations or rooftops — demand the flexibility of wireless. That’s why Elcomponent designs hybrid systems, using the best of both technologies to give you seamless, site-wide insight.
By combining LoRaWAN and hardwired solutions, we create energy monitoring systems that are accurate, scalable, and built to the specific needs of your site — not just the limitations of one technology.
One Site. Two Approaches. Total Visibility.
We don’t force wireless where cabling is simpler. We don’t hardwire when it’s disruptive or expensive. At Elcomponent, we start by understanding your buildings, infrastructure, and data needs — then we build a system that works with your site, not against it.
When Hardwired Works Best:
• Plant rooms and switchboards
• Main incomers and distribution panels
• Easily accessible internal metering points
• Permanent installations with long-term ROI
When LoRaWAN is the Better Option:
• Rooftop AHUs and external plant
• Remote substations or outbuildings
• Temporary buildings or modular units
• Areas where disruption must be minimised
The result is a hybrid metering system that delivers the right solution, in the right place, every time.
Why Hybrid Is the Smarter Choice
Hybrid metering isn’t just about convenience — it’s about:
• Lower installation costs by reducing unnecessary cabling
• Faster deployment for remote or tricky locations
• Minimal disruption to tenants, services or operations
• Maximum data coverage, no blind spots
• Open standards and clean data across all devices
Whether you're running a hospital estate, a university campus, a logistics park or a multi-building industrial site, our hybrid LoRaWAN + CT solutions provide the visibility you need — without compromise.
Built on Open Standards. Powered by Experience.
Elcomponent is committed to using non-proprietary hardware and open protocols. This means:
• Full integration flexibility
• Future-ready infrastructure
• Clean data delivered to MW2, your BMS, or your own dashboard
• No vendor lock-in
We’ve also developed a dedicated platform for LoRaWAN deployments: lora-sense.co.uk — where you can learn more about our wireless technologies, sensor range, and project capabilities.
Get the Best of Both Worlds
Stop choosing between hardwired and wireless. With Elcomponent, you don’t have to. We build hybrid energy monitoring systems that fit your site, your infrastructure, and your operational goals.
Find out more at elcomponent.co.uk
Explore our wireless tech at lora-sense.co.uk
The right data. From the right place. With the right system.