Primary Gas Metering Installation and Commissioning (UK)
NC13 Industries Ltd delivers end-to-end primary gas metering: approved hardware supply, EVC setup, flow-computer commissioning, and compliant integration into SCADA/DCS/BMS. We ensure traceable, verified measurement and clean data paths for billing and operations.
Multi-brand expertise across Elgas, PLUM, Itron, Elster, RMG, SICK, etc. with UK-wide coverage and ISO-certified processes.
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Accredited: IGEM • IET • IMechE • ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
What We Deliver
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Hardware supply | Sourcing of ATEX-certified converters, transmitters, intrinsically safe barriers, gateways, and accessories from trusted manufacturers including Elgas, PLUM, and SICK. |
| EVC programming and commissioning | Setup, calibration, verification, and documentation for ElcorPlus, MacR6, and Flow-X systems. |
| Telemetry and data integration | Configuration of Modbus RTU/TCP, M-Bus, BACnet/IP and MS/TP, and LoRaWAN; secure cellular uplinks via GPRS/4G/LTE-M/NB-IoT to SCADA or historians. |
| Flow computer verification | End-to-end verification aligned with fiscal measurement requirements and site standards. |
| Documentation | Commissioning reports, wiring diagrams, protocol maps, and calibration/verification records. |
System Integration and Data Path
Primary metering is only as good as its data path. Our engineers integrate measurement devices into:
- BMS, SCADA, and DCS platforms
- Historian systems and the NC13 myAMR platform (Learn more →)
Protocols We Configure
- Modbus RTU/TCP — universal meter/EVC connectivity for SCADA/DCS
- M-Bus — European standard for multi-meter and sub-meter networks
- BACnet/IP and MS/TP — direct BMS integration for plant rooms and estates
- LoRaWAN — long-range, low-power telemetry for dispersed assets
- Cellular telemetry — GPRS/4G/LTE-M/NB-IoT uplinks to portals/historians
- MQTT/HTTPS (where supported) — modern IoT/cloud ingestion
Communication Mediums
- RS-485 (Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP) and two-wire M-Bus
- Ethernet (Modbus TCP, BACnet/IP, OPC-UA, MQTT/HTTPS)
- Fibre backbones between skids and control rooms (where specified)
- LoRaWAN radio for long-range, battery-friendly nodes
- Cellular (private APN where required) for remote stations and kiosks
We deliver consistent mapping of flow, pressure, and temperature; alarm/event logs; and hourly/daily totals for billing validation—engineered for reliability and cyber-safe transport.
Compliance and Traceability
- IGEM/GM/4 and applicable UK gas measurement standards
- OEM manufacturer requirements and site hazardous-area classifications
- ISO-aligned document control: commissioning certificates and traceable calibration
Recent UK Projects
- ElcorPlus commissioning — Industrial CHP plant, Midlands (Modbus TCP to SCADA)
- Flow-X integration — Transmission site upgrade, North West (Ethernet and fibre)
- PLUM MacR6 with LoRaWAN telemetry — Energy hub, South East (private APN)
“NC13 delivered the cleanest commissioning we've seen — data mapped right-first-time.” — Senior Engineer, UK Industrial Client
Next Steps
Upgrading or extending a primary metering station? Commissioning new EVCs or flow computers? Requiring BMS/SCADA integration or historian uploads?
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Primary Metering FAQs
Do you work with Elgas, PLUM, and Flow-X?
Yes — NC13 commissions and integrates Elgas ElcorPlus, PLUM MacR6, and SICK/Flow-X across the UK.
Do you support BACnet, M-Bus, and LoRaWAN?
Yes — we configure BACnet/IP and MS/TP for BMS, M-Bus for multi-meter networks, and LoRaWAN for long-range telemetry.
Can you integrate with our SCADA/BMS and historian?
Yes — we map EVC/flow-computer data via Modbus RTU/TCP, cellular (GPRS/4G/LTE-M/NB-IoT), or LoRaWAN to SCADA/DCS/BMS and historians.
Do you provide commissioning documentation?
Every job includes commissioning certificates, protocol maps, wiring references, and calibration/verification records.