Jul 9, 2019 | News
While SMEs may not have the capital to invest in large scale energy saving projects, they can implement measures that are more modest yet still worthwhile. Satellite images of the Earth at night tell a story of two worlds. Up top there’s Europe and the... READ MORE
Jun 28, 2019 | News
According to the UN’s water agency, UN-Water, two billion people worldwide live in countries that experience high water stress. Driven by the need to improve operational efficiencies and revenues, cut down on wastage, and enhance customer service, water... READ MORE
Jun 21, 2019 | News
You already know that we live in a water-stressed country, receiving an annual rainfall of 492mm, while the rest of the earth receives 985mm. This is according to Marcus Thulsidas, Director: Business Development, Utility Systems, who says in addition, the WWF (World... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Inanda Day Centre is one of Durban’s oldest Non Profit Organisations. They provide palliative care for the eThekwini community with an advanced incurable disease, support for their families and carers. They educate and train in palliative care. They also assist... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Operation Bobbi Bear is a human rights organisation committed to helping sexually abused children in Amanzimtoti, KwaZula Natal. Utility Systems donated a JoJo tank to Bobbi Bear to assist with their water consumption. Some of our ladies got to spend some time with... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
19 February 2019, Durban – Smart water metering company, Utility Systems has announced that it has streamlined the replaceable battery pack for its Water Management Device (WMD) in an effort to use it in a wider variety of meter boxes. “The updated battery... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Unless there is a drastic overhaul in water planning and conservation in South Africa, demand for this critical, but scarce, resource will surpass supply by 2020. According to the WWF, 98% of the country’s water has already been allocated to users, leaving... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Utility Systems is proud to be a part of Cape Town’s water-saving success through its implementation of water management devices. READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
South African cities are feeling the impact of climate change, and are starting to realise the importance of implementing more efficient measures to manage and maintain cities more sustainably. And these are things that will have to be considered in all new building... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Water service authorities are seeing an increasing need to install water management devices to address growing water challenges. WASA speaks to Marcus Thulsidas, business development director, Utility Systems, about how the company’s smart electronic water... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
Sunday Times Climate change, accelerating urbanisation, and water scarcity are some of the many global challenges that water utilities are being forced to address in cost-effective ways. At the same time, a technological revolution is underway. The intersection of... READ MORE
Jun 7, 2019 | News
BY HENRIETTA ROSE INNES – African Decisions Innovative solutions are being developed for sustainable, efficient and cost-effective sanitation while saving water too. When ferocious drought caused the City of Cape Town to adopt extreme water saving measures last... READ MORE
Aug 7, 2018 | News
Climate change, accelerating urbanisation and water scarcity are some of the many global challenges water utilities are being forced to address in cost-effective ways. At the same time, a technological revolution is under way. The intersection of water challenges and... READ MORE
Jun 4, 2018 | News
Interview with Peter Rodseth, Managing Director, Utility Systems READ MORE
Jun 4, 2018 | News
Utility Systems offers Standard Transfer Specification (STS) prepayment smart water meters and electronic water management devices (WMDs) to a global customer base. Its cloud-based advanced metering infrastructure allows for the remote control, configuration, and... READ MORE
Jan 12, 2018 | News
Utility Systems’ water management devices being used to help combat the water crisis in Cape Town, South Africa. READ MORE
Nov 13, 2017 | News
Zimbabwe is turning to prepaid water meters to improve its revenue collection as well as billing system. The project is, however, facing resistance from some communities as local authorities seek to clear the air over its efficiency. READ MORE
May 19, 2017 | News
Utility Systems, a MICROmega Group Company, revealed next-generation technology this week with the global launch of the utiliMeter, an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) enabled water management device. When coupled to a traditional water meter, the utiliMeter... READ MORE
May 18, 2017 | News
KWEKWE City Council has awarded four companies tenders to supply the city with 300 prepaid water meters. The awarding of the tenders to the four companies follows a council resolution, bringing to finality the matter that had threatened the project for years. Last... READ MORE
Apr 12, 2017 | News
KWEKWE City Council has awarded four companies tenders to supply the city with 300 prepaid water meters. The awarding of the tenders to the four companies follows a council resolution, bringing to finality the matter that had threatened the project for years. Last... READ MORE
Apr 4, 2017 | News
Innovation is no longer a nice-to-have. In the era of the 4th Industrial Revolution and smart cities, it may mean the difference between corporate life and death, says Greg Morris, CEO, MMG Holdings. At MMG we believe, further, that a citizen-centric approach must lie... READ MORE
Mar 23, 2017 | News
A new report ‘Scenarios for the future of water South Africa’ has revealed how the drought-stricken, water-scarce country needs to transition towards a water-conscious, water smart economy with stronger water governance. In the report unpacking various... READ MORE
Feb 10, 2017 | News
Today the Utility Systems team wore their green and gold Springbok jerseys in memory of one of South Africa’s greatest rugby players, Joost van der Westhuizen. READ MORE
Oct 31, 2016 | News
Our sales and support team along with our distributor, Lootech, attended the 18th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 4 – 6 October 2016, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC). The exhibition has... READ MORE
Oct 17, 2016 | News
Utility Systems has successfully passed their surveillance Audit with regards to their ISO 9001:2008 compliance. The ISO – International Standards Organisation – 9001 certificate upholds the criteria for a quality management system. It was designed to help... READ MORE
Oct 10, 2016 | News
Water consumption reduced by 40% in government departments as part of pilot programme, says SEWA. The Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (Sewa) has revealed plans to implement a prepaid water control system that will put the cap on excess consumption. Sewa has... READ MORE
