Temporary Meter Kiosk

[Alan]

Hi Guys,

 

Have been told that it's far cheaper to source this ourselves rather than purchase from UK Power Networks.

Any recommendations?

 

Alan

[Alan Ambrose]

I think UKPN have a spec somewhere, concrete base etc - ask them. But this kind of thing:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193232069236

 

not necessarily that size though. One option is to keep the meter in there for ever.

 

[kandgmitchell]

Hi, I'm having this issue too. Northern Power Networks when asked, have given me a kiosk detail showing a brick built one. The internal size is 1000m w x 1050mm h x 560mm deep. The ready made kiosks of course are nowhere near that actual size and so Glasdon for instance is suggesting their 1200mm wide x 1500mm h x 600 deep version. That's a) enormous to have in front of the house and b) expensive. I may have to build one, but would prefer a neater modular unit, but not big enough to rent out!

[Kelvin]

On 25/02/2023 at 13:49, Alan Ambrose said:

I think UKPN have a spec somewhere, concrete base etc - ask them. But this kind of thing:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193232069236

 

not necessarily that size though. One option is to keep the meter in there for ever.

 

I have exactly this one. Loads of space inside it and sized for 3 phase. Mine is a temp supply but will be our perm supply. Loads of threads on here. 

[kandgmitchell]

I'm trying to get Northern to confirm if I can adapt their "in-situ build" dimensions a bit so as to use a pre-formed kiosk. Don't know why they simply do not choose a standard size and offer either their own version or suggested manufacturers, perhaps with a nice logo!

[saveasteading]

It is certainly worth buying a commercial one, rather than making your own and trying to keep the water out. Usually cheapest by shopping around rather than from the electric company.