MRC Global partners on new meter services company
MRC Global Inc. has entered into a joint venture with Frisbie Measurement Services, LLC (FMS) forming IMTEC Services, a provider of integrated smart meter technical services to the gas utilities sector.
IMTEC Services is applying for its certification as a woman-owned business with the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).
IMTEC Services is a centralized meter center that will integrate meter and electronic meter reading capabilities while maintaining quality and safety. With IMTEC Services, customers will be able to enjoy shorter lead times, resilience against market disruptions, a commitment to regulatory compliance and high-quality meters delivered with precision.
“The smart meter development process has been cumbersome for utilities and manufacturers alike. FMS understands the technical requirements for smart meters and automated meter readers and qualifies IMTEC as a diverse supplier to purchasing utilities. Based on feedback from our gas utility customers, we expect a strong reception,” said MRC Global President and CEO Rob Saltiel.
Heidi Frisbie, president of FMS, Tecvalco USA and former general manager, Smart Energy at Honeywell stated, “FMS’ customer-focused energy solutions and MRC Global’s extensive inventory experience are well suited for the IMTEC Services joint venture. This combined expertise allows IMTEC Services to offer meter and end point solutions that meet high quality and safety requirements while providing 100% Tier II diverse supplier classification for all meter spending, meeting requirements of state public utility commissions for our gas utility customers.”
IMTEC Services will offer a comprehensive meter supply chain and will operate within MRC Global’s centrally-located La Porte, Texas Operations Complex.
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