E3METER^® intelligent power distribution strips (IPS) are the core element of our innovative monitoring system. They provide valuable data for both data center operators and clients: accurate energy consumption logging enables operators to offer usage based energy billing. A bright local display gives real-time feedback on power consumption which simplifies for example load balancing during commissioning of new equipment. Alarms make early detection of overload and other abnormal situations possible which helps to prevent power outages. Data transfers between E3METER^® IPS and a central E3METER^® Concentrator use reliable narrowband powerline communication  (PLC) technology which avoids the need for extra cabling. All measured values can be accessed via standard SNMP. Two dedicated extension ports can be used to measure temperature and humidity through E3METER^® remote sensors.