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Badger Meter presented a mobile app that helps water utility customers monitor their usage and conserve. The EyeOnWater app is available to customers of water utilities that have implemented the company’s BEACON Advanced Metering Analytics (AMA) solution.

Available in the App Store, EyeOnWater is optimized for iPhone use, and an Android release is under development. The app is also available as a web-based consumer portal for desktop computers.

“EyeOnWater goes beyond traditional monthly statements to connect utilities and their customers like never before,” says John Fillinger, director of utility marketing. “Literally putting water usage data in consumers’ hands, it can help promote changes in water consumption — saving money and resources.”

The app includes graphics showing:

• Recent usage with a comparison against average usage
• Usage trends
• Detailed charting of historical usage
• A leak alert function
• Recommendations to conserve water and the ability to set up a customized profile to receive personalized tips and access a savings calculator.

For more information, visit www.badgermeter.com.