Gas Consumption Monitoring
Кeep track of gas consumption and as perform analyses on current and historic data
Features
The platform collects data and notifies for unusual events.
Remote monitoring of gas consumption of a village, building or different segments in it
Can work with any gas meter with pulse output
As a service software platform and mobile app
Connectivity through 2G, 4G, LoRa™ or NB-IoT
Key Benefits
Knowing the gas consumption at any time allows small adjustments to temperature to keep the bills within budgets. And fast detection of leaks is key from security point of view.
Immediately detect high consumption.
Direct alarms to service personnel via mobile notifications or email.
Detects fraud and leakages.
Compare flows and calculate network balances.
Have access to readings 24/7.
Historical data of gas consumption.
Gas Monitoring Use Cases
The solution is based on ThingsLog data loggers with 2G, NB-IoT, or LoRaWAN network connectivity. The loggers can operate in low power mode and are the best option for monitoring gas flow meters in remote locations or difficult to access locations.
Each logger is able to read simultaneously reed switch pulses from the pulse outputs of up to two gas flow meters. The gas flow meters could be supplied from any manufacturer as long as they generate dry contact (reed switch) or S0 pulses. The data is transmitted to the ThingsLog platform at a configurable time interval.
Once the data is received by the platform, readings are analyzed, consumption profile is updated and notifications are generated. There are various kinds of notifications such as: – high consumption – high or low flow – no-zero consumption during certain timeframes
Gas consumption monitoring is a straight forward solution to help utilities or enterprises know and be able to plan their consumption as well as transparently allocate and bill the usage. The solution requires installation by professionals.
Gas Monitoring: FAQs
Find clear answers about deployment, integration, data collection, and remote monitoring.
How does remote gas monitoring work with ThingsLog?
Gas meters equipped with pulse outputs or interfaces are connected to data loggers that transmit consumption data remotely.
Can existing gas meters be integrated?
Yes. The solution is designed to integrate with existing gas meters without replacing installed equipment.
How frequently is gas consumption data transmitted?
Transmission intervals are configurable and can range from near real-time to periodic reporting.
How does gas monitoring support safety and compliance?
Continuous monitoring provides visibility into consumption trends and supports early detection of abnormal usage patterns.
Can gas meters be read remotely?
Yes. Meter readings are collected remotely, reducing the need for manual site visits.
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Gas Monitoring in the Context of Energy Transition
Natural gas remains a critical energy source for heating, industrial processes, and power generation across Europe. With rising gas prices, tighter EU energy efficiency regulations, and the push toward green hydrogen blending, accurate gas metering and monitoring has become more commercially and environmentally important than ever. ThingsLog provides the telemetry layer connecting gas meters to cloud analytics, enabling utilities and enterprises to manage consumption precisely and detect anomalies in real time.
How ThingsLog Gas Monitoring Works
Connecting to Existing Gas Meters
Most gas meters — diaphragm meters, turbine meters, and rotary meters — have a pulse output (S0 or reed contact) that generates one pulse per fixed volume unit (e.g., 0.01 m³ or 0.1 m³). ThingsLog data loggers count these pulses and convert them to volume readings. For industrial Modbus-equipped meters, direct Modbus RTU integration is used, providing higher-resolution data including temperature and pressure compensation.
Data Transmission
NB-IoT and 4G are ideal for gas monitoring due to nationwide coverage without gateway infrastructure. LoRa can be used for utility-owned private LPWAN networks in gas distribution zones. The logger transmits readings every 15 minutes to 4 hours depending on operational requirements, with local buffering ensuring no data is lost during temporary connectivity interruptions.
Platform Analytics
The ThingsLog platform calculates hourly, daily, monthly, and annual gas consumption per meter and per meter group — building, industrial zone, or distribution segment. It compares actual consumption against expected profiles and triggers alerts for unusual patterns that may indicate leaks, tampering, or meter malfunction.
Gas Network Balancing and Network Unaccounted-for Gas
Gas distribution networks face the same challenge as water networks: the difference between gas injected into the network and the sum of metered consumption at endpoints — network unaccounted-for gas (UAG). UAG can result from meter inaccuracies, unauthorized connections, pipeline leaks, or data collection errors. ThingsLog enables continuous UAG monitoring by calculating the balance between bulk supply meters and customer meters, flagging discrepancies that require investigation.
Fraud Detection in Gas Distribution
Gas theft — meter tampering and unauthorized bypass connections — is a significant revenue loss problem for gas utilities in certain markets. ThingsLog detects fraud patterns through:
- Anomaly detection on consumption: sudden drops in metered consumption that may indicate a bypass connection
- Consumption comparison with neighboring meters in the same building or distribution segment
- Meter tamper alerts via magnetic or mechanical tamper sensors on supported meter models
- Consumption profiles inconsistent with premises type — for example, industrial consumption patterns on a residential meter during night hours
Gas Safety Monitoring
Beyond consumption measurement, ThingsLog loggers can connect to gas leak detection sensors (electrochemical or catalytic bead sensors) and pressure transducers. If a leak is detected or pressure drops below safe operating limits, the platform triggers immediate alerts to operators and can send a signal to shut-off valve controllers. This adds a critical safety dimension to the commercial monitoring function, supporting compliance with gas network safety regulations.
Applications and Deployments
Gas Utilities
Bulk supply metering, distribution network UAG monitoring, and automated meter reading (AMR) for residential and commercial customer meters across the distribution territory.
Industrial Enterprises
Factory gas consumption sub-metering per production line, boiler efficiency tracking, and ESG reporting on Scope 1 emissions from gas combustion.
Commercial Buildings
Per-tenant gas metering in multi-tenant industrial parks and mixed-use commercial properties, enabling accurate utility cost allocation and billing.
Public Buildings
Schools, hospitals, and municipal buildings benefit from remote gas monitoring for budget control, preventive maintenance scheduling, and compliance with public sector energy management mandates.
Implementation and Integration
ThingsLog gas monitoring deployments are designed for rapid rollout with minimal disruption to existing metering infrastructure. In most cases, the data logger is installed externally on the meter without interrupting gas supply, using the existing pulse output or Modbus connection. Configuration is completed remotely via the platform, and the device begins transmitting readings within minutes of installation. For large-scale AMR rollouts covering hundreds of meters, ThingsLog supports bulk device provisioning and batch configuration import. Integration with utility billing systems is achieved via scheduled CSV exports or direct REST API connection, ensuring that remote meter readings flow automatically into invoicing workflows without manual data entry.
