Resource & Energy Usage Monitoring

Smarter Industrial Monitoring for Materials, Utilities, and Production Efficiency

At KAMAPS, we deliver advanced resource and energy usage monitoring solutions for manufacturing and process industries throughout the United Kingdom. Our systems provide real-time visibility and intelligent control over material usage, tank levels, powder dosing, and energy consumption—empowering organisations to reduce waste, cut costs, and optimise their supply chains and production planning.

Whether managing raw material input, utility usage, or automated reordering, our integrated systems ensure that every process is efficient, traceable, and aligned with sustainability goals.

What Is Resource & Energy Usage Monitoring?

Resource and energy usage monitoring refers to the continuous measurement, tracking, and analysis of materials, utilities, and energy consumption across industrial processes. It includes monitoring key resources such as:

  • Water, gas, and electricity usage

  • Bulk material levels in tanks, silos, and hoppers

  • Powder weighing and dosing systems

  • Compressed air, steam, and chilled water networks

  • Production line material flow and consumption rates

The goal is to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, support compliance with environmental standards (such as ISO 50001), and enable automated ordering, inventory management, and production planning.

Our Monitoring Solutions Include:

  • Design and installation of energy meters, flow meters, and level sensors

  • Integration with SCADA, PLC, and MES platforms

  • Real-time dashboards with usage trends and consumption KPIs

  • Alerts for overuse, leakage, or abnormal material consumption

  • Remote monitoring via cloud or local HMIs

  • Automated reporting for sustainability audits and energy reviews

  • Linkage with ERP systems for production and inventory alignment

  • Support for automated reordering based on usage thresholds

  • Integration with powder weighing systems for batch control and material traceability

  • Secure data storage and visualisation tools for energy and material performance reviews

Materials and Utilities Monitored

We help clients monitor and manage a wide range of industrial resources, including:

Materials

  • Raw powders, granules, and resins (e.g. in plastics, food, and chemical manufacturing)

  • Solvents, oils, and lubricants

  • Chemicals in bulk storage tanks or dosing systems

  • Packaging and consumables (tracked via usage sensors)

Energy & Utilities

  • Electrical power consumption across lines, machines, and departments

  • Compressed air usage and leak detection

  • Steam production and condensate return efficiency

  • Natural gas flow for ovens, burners, and boilers

  • Water consumption for cleaning, cooling, and processing

Integrated Technologies and Devices

Our solutions incorporate industry-leading technologies and devices, such as:

  • Ultrasonic and radar tank level sensors

  • Load cells and weigh hoppers for solids and powders

  • Electromagnetic and thermal flow meters for liquids and gases

  • Energy meters (single-phase and three-phase)

  • Modbus, PROFINET, and MQTT communication protocols

  • Wireless sensors for remote or inaccessible locations

  • IIoT gateways for cloud-enabled monitoring and analytics

  • Smart controllers and relay modules for triggering reordering or alarms

These devices are carefully selected to suit the environment, IP-rated for hygiene, sensitive zones or ATEX-certified for explosive atmospheres.

Common Applications of Resource & Energy Monitoring Systems

Tank Level and Bulk Material Monitoring

Description: Monitoring of liquid or granular stock levels in tanks, hoppers, and silos, linked to automatic alerts and replenishment workflows.
Benefits:

  • Prevents material shortages and production stoppages

  • Supports just-in-time (JIT) inventory strategies

  • Enables accurate procurement and supplier communication

Energy Monitoring and Cost Allocation

Description: Real-time tracking of energy use by department, machine, or shift using sub-metering and central analytics.
Benefits:

  • Identifies energy-intensive processes for improvement

  • Enables load balancing and off-peak energy usage

  • Supports reporting for environmental certifications and audits

Powder Weighing and Dosing Optimisation

Description: Integration of weighing systems into batch control for accurate dispensing of powders and dry materials.
Benefits:

  • Reduces overuse and material waste

  • Improves batch quality and repeatability

  • Facilitates traceability in regulated industries (e.g. food, pharma)

Advantages of Choosing KAMAPS
  • Proven experience in utility and material monitoring systems

  • UK-wide support for SMEs and large-scale manufacturers

  • Fully integrated solutions with your existing control and ERP infrastructure

  • Compatibility with energy and sustainability standards

  • Real-time dashboards and mobile-friendly access

  • Scalable platforms for single machines or multi-site networks

  • Ongoing support for sensor calibration, system maintenance, and data reporting

Monitor More. Waste Less. Operate Smarter.

With rising costs, tightening regulations, and growing sustainability targets, effective resource and energy usage monitoring is no longer optional—it’s essential. Our systems give you the data and tools to make informed decisions, reduce operational waste, and support long-term business resilience.

Let’s Discuss Your Monitoring Goals
Our engineers are ready to design a resource and energy monitoring solution tailored to your facility. Contact us today for a consultation, demo, or site survey.