China State Grid, one of the largest power companies in China, manages complex operations involving equipment inspection, meter reading, and maintenance across wide geographical areas. To enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and traceability, China State Grid introduced Jepower PT60 smart handheld terminals with infrared meter reading and NFC technology to build an intelligent data collection and management system.

Challenges

1. Manual recording of equipment and meter information resulted in low operational efficiency.

2. Human errors in data collection caused inconsistencies, affecting maintenance scheduling and operational decisions.

3. Field staff spent excessive time on inspections and reporting, leading to delays in equipment maintenance.

4. Lack of standardized procedures made it difficult to monitor workflow and ensure compliance.

5. Manual data entry increased the risk of information loss and reduced overall management efficiency.

Solution

Jepower Technology provided a tailored solution based on the PT60 smart pda handheld terminal with infrared and NFC capabilities:

• Each electrical meter or equipment tag is embedded with a unique NFC card storing essential identification and operational information.

• Field staff can use the infrared function of the PT60 to automatically read meters and scan the NFC card to quickly read and update equipment status.

• The terminal allows data input directly during inspections, maintenance, and readings, which is then uploaded to the central management system in real time.

• This system ensures full visibility, high data accuracy, and standardization across all field operations.

With this solution, China State Grid could digitize equipment inspection and meter reading, reduce human errors, and streamline operational workflows.

Effects

1. Field staff can quickly identify meters and equipment using PT60 handheld pda terminals and collect accurate data efficiently.

2. Standardized workflow ensures every step—from inspection to maintenance—is recorded and traceable.

3. Real-time data collection minimizes errors and prevents fraudulent or missing records.

4. Management can monitor operations remotely, analyze data, and improve decision-making efficiency.

PDA Configuration

• Model: Jepower PT60

• Function: Infrared meter reading + NFC

Conclusion

By deploying Jepower PT60 handheld pda terminals with infrared and NFC technology, China State Grid successfully upgraded its field data collection and management processes. The solution enhances operational efficiency, improves data accuracy, and provides full traceability, setting a new standard for intelligent utility management.