In June 2025, Shengda Water Meter Co., Ltd. welcomed a special visitor from Burkina Faso—a representative from a company actively participating in local water utility bidding projects. The purpose of the visit was to evaluate our STS prepaid water meter production capacity and inspect the quality of our prepaid water meter samples before proceeding with a government demonstration.

On-site Inspection with Practical Goals

The client’s visit wasn’t just a courtesy or formality. It was a focused, practical step aimed at ensuring the success of a real project. The customer, who is bidding for a public water supply tender in Burkina Faso, chose to visit Shengda in person before finalizing their first order. During the visit, the client specifically reviewed the production process of our STS prepaid water meter line and requested functional demonstrations in our testing area.

From molding and assembly to chip calibration and valve testing, our team gave a thorough walk-through of each step. What particularly impressed the client was our smart card data management platform, token generation compatibility, and the intuitive design of our keypad interface. These features are especially important for regions where end users rely on manual top-ups and direct token entry.

First Batch: Sample Purchase for Government Review

Following the factory tour, the customer purchased several units of our prepaid water meter with token function. These meters are now being taken back to Burkina Faso to be presented to local water authorities. According to the client, the utility company is seeking reliable prepaid water meters that support STS encryption protocol and are durable in challenging outdoor environments.

To support their demonstration, we also provided free user management software, complete English-language documentation to ensure smooth communication with government evaluators.

Why STS Prepaid Water Meter?

STS (Standard Transfer Specification) prepaid water meters have become increasingly popular in African markets for their transparency, user control, and compatibility with third-party vending systems. In many developing countries, including Burkina Faso, STS meters allow both consumers and utilities to manage water consumption more efficiently and reduce non-revenue water.

Our STS prepaid water meters are equipped with:

• Split-type keypad interface with remote control options

• Recharge via 20-digit token code, compliant with STS standards

• Automatic valve shut-off when credit is used up

• Tamper detection alarms

• IP68 waterproof enclosure, designed for harsh field conditions

These features make our prepaid meters ideal for rural, peri-urban, and even urban residential projects under development by government and NGO-funded programs.

Customized Support for Tender Clients

Since the client is competing in a bidding project, we understand the importance of timely support, cost-effective solutions, and flexibility. Shengda offers complete customization options, including OEM branding, customized meter casing, and multi-language firmware.

We also provided the client with technical drawings, installation manuals, and specifications that match the tender documentation format required in Burkina Faso.

Moreover, our technical team remains on standby for remote debugging and software integration, should the water authority choose to integrate our meters into their central billing or monitoring platform.

Long-Term Vision: Not Just a Single Sale

While this order is a sample for demonstration purposes, both sides are already discussing follow-up plans if the bid is successful. We are honored to be a potential part of Burkina Faso’s water infrastructure upgrade and see this cooperation as a long-term partnership rather than a one-time transaction.

As our client said during the visit, “It’s not just about the meters—it’s about whether we can rely on your company’s quality, support, and delivery in the long run.” That’s exactly the kind of trust we work hard to earn every day.

The Burkina Faso client’s visit is another strong step in Shengda’s growing presence in West African markets. With practical solutions such as our prepaid water meter with token, tailored software, and responsive technical support, we aim to serve more utilities and partners who are working to improve access to clean and affordable water through smart metering solutions.

If you are also involved in a water supply project and need reliable prepaid water meters or want to discuss an OEM/ODM partnership, please feel free to contact our sales team. We are always ready to support your vision, one meter at a time.