mätställe

A mätställe, often translated as a measuring point or metering point, is a specific location where a particular quantity is measured or recorded. In many contexts, particularly in utilities and infrastructure, a mätställe refers to the device and associated infrastructure used to monitor consumption or flow. This could be an electricity meter, a water meter, a gas meter, or a sensor for other parameters like temperature or pressure.

The primary function of a mätställe is to provide accurate data for billing, operational control, and analysis. For example, an electricity mätställe records the amount of electrical energy a customer has consumed, which is then used by the utility company to generate invoices. In industrial settings, mätställen are crucial for process control, ensuring that operations are running efficiently and safely by monitoring key variables.

The installation and maintenance of mätställen are typically governed by specific standards and regulations to ensure data integrity. The data collected from a mätställe can be transmitted remotely (smart metering) or read manually. The development of smart mätställen has enabled more frequent and detailed data collection, leading to improved resource management and the potential for dynamic pricing. The term can also be used more broadly to refer to any designated location for observation or measurement in scientific or technical fields.