VIP Receives Measurement Canada Approval to Expand Smart Meter S-E-04 Verification

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ETOBICOKE, ON – Verification & Inspection Professionals (VIP) has received approval from Measurement Canada to expand its accreditation for S-E-04 verification, enabling the company to provide services for 12 additional smart energy metering products from five leading manufacturers.

This achievement significantly broadens VIP’s capabilities as an authorized service provider and reinforces its position as a trusted partner in the Multiple Customer Metering System (MCMS) sector. The expanded approval enhances the company’s ability to deliver integrated, compliant, and efficient solutions for engineering firms, contractors, and sub-metering operators across Canada.

This includes smart energy metering products for:

The expanded authorization followed a detailed review conducted under Measurement Canada’s S-A-01 Standard and the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems framework. Maintaining this accreditation requires strict adherence to process controls, documentation, and quality assurance standards.

“The path to this milestone required precision, persistence, and collaboration across our teams,” said Bilal Rahhal, CEO of VIP. “Every new product presented unique technical and regulatory requirements, and our team consistently met those challenges with professionalism and commitment.”

Andrew Kusmierek, Director of Operations for VIP, added, “We leveraged our experience with the Sieco-Tech MR1 to develop a highly efficient and automated verification workflow. Our proven processes now allow us to deliver S-E-04 verification with increased accuracy and efficiency.”

The newly approved products for S-E-04 verification include:

  • Sieco-Tech: MCP600 (AE-2616), MR1 (AE-1760)
  • Triacta: Powerhawk 6320 (AE-1434), 6312 (AE-1665), 6303 (AE-1919), Gateway (AE-2461)
  • Quadlogic: Mini-Closet MC8/MC24 (AE-0795), QBrick 6 (AE-2504), QBrick JQ (AE-2555)
  • Accuenergy: AcuRev 1312 (AE-2269), 2100 (AE-2512), 4000 (AE-2513)
  • Trilliant Networks: MC-5 (AE-1148)

VIP’s expanded verification capabilities further its mission to provide precise, compliant, and scalable metering solutions for Canada’s evolving energy landscape.

For more information on VIP’s S-E-04 verification services, contact our team.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Authorized Service Provider (ASP) for Measurement Canada?

An Authorized Service Provider (ASP) is a private-sector company that Measurement Canada has officially recognized to inspect and certify measuring devices used in trade (like scales or gas pumps).

These providers must meet the requirements of one of two official programs:

  • Accreditation Program: Lets them certify any device within their approved scope.
  • Registration Program: Restricts them to certifying devices for specific trade sectors only.

What is Measurement Canada S-E-04?

S-E-04 is a Measurement Canada specification that sets the technical rules for the installation, verification, and maintenance of multi-customer electricity sub-metering systems.

It is the standard used to ensure that electricity meters in buildings (like condos or apartments) are installed correctly and provide accurate measurements for billing individual tenants. The specification covers:

  • Requirements for initial installation verification.
  • Responsibilities of the Sub-Metering Provider.
  • Mandates for ongoing maintenance and re-verification.