Meter cover for automated meter reading
US7619878B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/6995
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved radio frequency transparent utility meter cover for an automatic meter reading (AMR) system. The cover is manufactured from a strong and chemically inert polyolefin or polypropylene copolymer and includes a non-corroding lock to secure the cover to the meter box frame. The underside of the cover includes a plurality of ribs that lend strength and rigidity to the cover while increasing mounting points for meter unit interface devices.
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