• 2011
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    2011

    Neptune introduces ARB® N_SIGHT IQ

    Neptune introduces its cloud-based ARB® N_SIGHT IQ, an intelligent data management and analytics system. IQ is designed to store and analyze vast amounts of meter usage data in a fully hosted cloud-based solution, providing utilities advanced analytics without investing in new infrastructure. The optional utility customer portal feature allows consumers to manage their water usage directly, improving customer service and supporting utility conservation programs.





     
     
  • 2011
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    2011

    ARB® N_SIGHT AMI 2.0 is introduced

    Neptune unveils ARB® N_SIGHT AMI 2.0, a thin-client platform that utilizes an intuitive dashboard format for each screen for easy use. Its customizable, easy-to-read-and-manage format also features advanced search options for faster finding and less hunting. Learn more





     
     
  • 2011
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    2011

    ARB® N_SIGHT™ AMR 4.0 is released

    ARB® N_SIGHT™ AMR 4.0 integrates two capable AMR products, ARB N_SIGHT Mobile and ARB N_SIGHT Hybrid, into a single, more powerful solution. The Fall 2011 release is designed to make it even easier for utilities to migrate their R900® technology from mobile to fixed network or hybrid use.





     
     
  • 2011
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    2011

    Neptune wins Ethics Award

    Neptune receives the 2011 River Region Ethics in Business and Public Service Large Business Award for its engagement in volunteerism and community service; efforts toward employee health and safety; company diversity, training, and education; and adherence to high ethical standards.

     
  • 2011
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    2011

    Neptune shows how to “Shed the Lead”

    Neptune, which led the industry by producing lead free bronze alloy meters that were compliant with upcoming regulations years ago, creates a “Shed the Lead” website and video presentation to educate the water industry on the changes in lead standards and regulations. Learn more

     
     
  • 2011
  • 2010
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    2011

    TRU/MAG Electromagnetic Water Meter

    Neptune introduces its new range of TRU/MAG battery-powered electromagnetic water meters for use in water utility billing, municipal water/wastewater, and well usage reporting. Learn more

     
     
  • 2010
  • 2010
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  • 2011
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    2010

    Neptune introduces the redesigned MRX920 Mobile Data Collector

    Neptune introduces the redesigned MRX920 Mobile Data Collector, which weighs 40 lbs. less than the previous model but captures just as many readings and data. Learn more

     
     
  • 2010
  • 2010
  • 2009
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    2010

    Opens new Kullmann Engineering Center for R&D

    Neptune opens new 19,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art research and development facility – The Donald J. Kullmann Engineering Center.

     
     
  • 2010
  • 2009
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    2010

    Receives NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G & F Certifications

    Neptune's lead free bronze alloy meters are certified to meet NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G and Annex F reduced lead requirements. (All Neptune meters have been in compliance since January 2005.)

     
  • 2009
  • 2008
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    2009

    Introduces HP PROTECTUS® III Stainless Steel Fire Service Meter

    Neptune introduces the HP PROTECTUS® III Stainless Steel (S) Fire Service Meter to measure extremely wide flow ranges for both domestic and fire service water usage through a single water line at 100% ± 1.5% accuracy. Learn more

     
     
  • 2008
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    2008

    Introduces R450 System

    Based on its two-way communications the R450 System supports synchronized midnight reads, priority alarms, and monthly, daily, or hourly customer usage data, eliminating on-site visits and estimated reads.

     
     
  • 2008
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    2008

    Introduces ARB® FixedBaseAMI

    With sychronized midnight reads and monthly, daily, or hourly customer usage data, ARB FixedBase AMI helps eliminate on-site visits and estimated reads. Learn more




     
  • 2008
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    2008

    Introduces ARB® Hybrid

    Combining the best of both worlds, ARB Hybrid allows for easy network upgrades, minimized stranded assets, and daily and houlry readings for quicker billing and better cash flow. Learn more




     
  • 2008
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    2008

    Introduces E-Coder)R900i, data logging

    The E-Coder)R900i with data logging can identify leaks when they start and flag consumption levels for each 15-minute interval over 24 hours.

     
     
  • 2008
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  • 2007
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    2008

    Introduces ARB®N_SIGHT Meter Reading Software Suite

    ARB® N_SIGHT AMR and ARB® N_SIGHT AMI packages allow utilities of any type and size to manage meter reading schedules and leverage data. Learn more about ARB® N_SIGHT AMI or ARB® N_SIGHT AMR




     
     
  • 2008
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    2008

    Introduces Acoustic Leak Monitoring

    Integrated with ARB N_SIGHT software and compatible with all current R900® and R450 MIUs, acoustic sensors help reduce Non-Revenue Water by providing distribution line leak detection.

     
     
  • 2007
  • 2007
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    2007

    Neptune's lead free bronze alloy meters are certified

    to meet NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G and Annex F reduced lead requirements. (All Neptune meters have been in compliance since January 2005.) Learn more

     
  • 2007
  • 2007
  • 2007
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    2007

    HP PROTECTUS® III and Fire Service HP Turbine NSF approved, NSF 61 listed

    Neptune's lead free bronze alloy meters are certified to meet NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G and Annex F reduced lead requirements. (All Neptune meters have been in compliance since January 2005.) Learn more

     
     
  • 2007
  • 2006
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    2007

    Introduces the R900®G module for gas meters

    The R900®G fully integrates into ARB® Utility Management Systems, retrofits to a variety of residental and commercial gas meters, and provides twice the power range of the competition.

     
     
  • 2006
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    2006

    Introduces the E-Coder)R900i product

    The E-Coder)R900i is the industry's first integrated combination
    of solid-state absolute encoder and RF transmitter.

     
     
     
  • 2006
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    2006

    Exceeds one million R900®s shipped in a single year and becomes the market share leader in water AMR units shipped

     
  • 2006
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    2006

    Introduces compatibility with Hunt AirPoint

     
  • 2005
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    2005

    Introduces Equinox meter reading software

    Equinox is the first program to allow hybrid meter reading systems
    by giving utilities the capability to mix and match CE handhelds,
    mobile data collectors and target fixed network in a single system.

     
     
     
  • 2005
  • 2005
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    2005

    Introduces the MRX920 and MTX950 mobile data collectors

    The MRX920 and MTX950 read a variety of endpoints, including all R900® technology and electric ERT®s.

     
     
  • 2005
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    2005

    Neptune implements the MTX950 Mobile Collection System

    American Electric Power utilizes the MTX950 in its service territories in
    Charleston, WV, Fort Wayne, IN, and Roanoke, VA.

     
     
  • 2004
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    2004

    Gains rights to continue offering ERT®-compatible systems

    FTC ruling reinforces Neptune's ability to offer electric ERT®-compatible
    mobile meter reading systems.

     
  • 2004
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    2004

    Neptune and DAP Technologies acquired by Roper Industries

     
  • 2003
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    2003

    Introduces the E-Coder® electronic absolute encoder

    The E-Coder® provides proactive, value-added features – including
    leak detection, tamper detection, and reverse flow detection.

     
     
     
  • 2003
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    2003

    Introduces the EZNet targeted fixed network system

    Combined with Neptune's EZGate, the EZNet system is designed to collect, store, and manage readings from commercial industrial accounts and specialty applications.

     
     
  • 2003
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    2003

    Chosen by the Greater Cincinnati Water Works
    to provide ARB® Utility Management Systems

    Neptune provides GCWW with 235,000 R900®s
    and ProRead-equipped water meters.

     
  • 2002
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    2002

    Exceeds 1.5 million AMR endpoints in use

     
  • 2002
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    2002

    Acquires DB Microware software developer

    DB Microware is the developer of ARCS (Automated Route Control System) and FieldNet®, the first meter reading system to utilize DAP's CE-based handheld technology.

     
  • 2001
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    2001

    Becomes first North American water meter manufacturer to switch 100% of its bronze-body meter production to lead free bronze alloy

    As a result of the switch, all new Neptune meter maincases are manufactured of a lead free bronze alloy and meet the NSF/ANSI 61 standards for lead content.

     
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    2001

    Partners with Investcorp to create an independent enterprise: Neptune Technology Group Inc.

     
  • 1998
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    1998

    Enters the RF market with R900® MIUs, DAP handhelds, and mobile data collectors

     
     
  • 1993
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    1993

    Introduces the industry's first MS-DOS-based handheld

    Neptune's Advance is an MS-DOS-based handheld data collection
    device, the first of its kind in the utility industry.

     
     
     
  • 1992
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    1992

    Celebrates 100 years of superior service to the water utility industry

     
  • 1992
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    1992

    Begins a three-year, $11.4 million modernization of its foundry and of its cellular, continuous flow manufacturing processes

     
  • 1991
  • 1987
  • 1987
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    1991

    Introduces the industry's first programmable absolute encoder

    Neptune's ProRead ARB® absolute encoder ushers the industry into
    a new age of efficiency and effectiveness.

     
     
     
  • 1987
  • 1987
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  • 1991
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    1987

    Neptune introduces the industry's first unitized
    handheld data collection device

    Neptune's Unigun System proves to be a giant step forward
    in handheld data collection technology.

     
     
     
  • 1987
  • 1987
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    1987

    Acquired by Schlumberger Industries

     
  • 1987
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    1987

    Produces one million meters in a single year for the first time

     
  • 1985
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    1985

    Installs telephone-based technology for United Water

    The system installed by United Water is the industry's first large-scale Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) System.

     
     
  • 1982
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    1982

    Introduces industry's first complete Central
    Meter Reading (CMR) system

    Ten years after first demonstrating a workable Central Meter Reading
    system, Neptune achieves simultaneous reading of water and
    gas meters at its CMR cable test site.

     
     
  • 1981
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    1981

    Introduces the T-10 water meter, a 5/8" T-10 meter that measures accurate low flow measurement to 1/8 gpm

     
     
  • 1979
  • 1978
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    1979

    Introduces the industry's first compound meter with integrated hydraulic valve meter design

    Neptune's TRU/FLO® compound meter utilizes the industry's first
    successful hydraulic valve meter design.

     
     
     
  • 1978
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    1978

    Develops a three-wire version of the ARB® absolute encoder

    Not content to rest on prior accomplishments, Neptune continued refining its
    absolute encoder technology to make it more valuable to customers.

     
     
     
  • 1974
  • 1972
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    1974

    Introduces magnetic tape meter reading to the industry

    Neptune continues to rethink the way data could be read and stored
    by adapting magnetic tape technology for use in the utility industry.

     
     
     
  • 1972
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    1972

    Relocates from Long Island City, New York, to Tallassee, Alabama

     
  • 1972
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    1972

    Demonstrates its Central Meter Reading system to read water, gas, and electric meters over telephone lines

     
     
  • 1968
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    1968

    Introduces Automatic Reading and Billing (ARB®)

    Neptune introduces the concept of Automatic Reading and Billing – ARB® – commonly referred to as Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) today.

     
     
  • 1964
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    1964

    Introduces industry's first absolute encoder

    Neptune's first encoder is the genesis of the absolute encoder technology
    which has become the standard for the water industry today.

     
     
     
  • 1940
  • 1940
  • 1915
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    1940

    Introduces industry's first remote water meter
    reading system with a single counter

    Neptune's initial remote reading efforts would later culminate in the sophisticated Automatic Meter Reading systems that are the standard today.

     
     
  • 1940
  • 1915
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    1940

    Celebrates six million Trident® meters shipped

     
  • 1915
  • 1913
  • 1909
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    1915

    Introduces industry's first successful fire service meter

    Neptune's Trident PROTECTUS® is the first meter geared exclusively to fire protection services, setting an industry standard the company continues to lead with today.

     
     
  • 1913
  • 1909
  • 1892
  • 1915
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    1913

    Celebrates one million Trident® meters shipped

     
     
  • 1909
  • 1892
  • 1913
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    1909

    Introduces industry's first compound meter

    From the beginning, Neptune products revolutionize the water industry,
    starting with the introduction of the first compound meter in 1909.

     
     
     
  • 1892
  • 1909
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    1892

    First meter, the Trident®, is built

    Neptune produces a total of 17,202 Trident® meters between 1892 and 1895.