Verified Nov 2026
Lighting
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Morrisville, North Carolina
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Since 1870
Sensus makes advanced metering, monitoring, and analytics solutions for utilities and public service organizations, including smart meters for water, gas, and electricity. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, was founded in 1870, and has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees. It is a privately held subsidiary of Xylem, acquired in October 2017, and serves water, gas, and electricity utilities, cities, industrial complexes, and educational campuses. In June 2026 it was reported to have launched as an independent smart metering company.
Sensus at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1870
Headquarters
Morrisville, North Carolina
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
1701
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1701
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Germany · India · South Korea
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Sensus.
What this tells a buyer
Sensus announced in September 2026 that Sensus International would acquire the water metering businesses of EYKON, according to a press release from Sensus International.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers smart metering, monitoring, and analytics tools for utility resource optimization and automatic meter reading.
Sensus has an estimated revenue band of $5 to 10 billion and operates in over 150 countries, according to its profile.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
156 years in operation (founded 1870).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Sensus makes advanced metering, monitoring, and analytics solutions for utilities and public service organizations, including smart meters for water, gas, and electricity. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, was founded in 1870, and has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees. It is a privately held subsidiary of Xylem, acquired in October 2017, and serves water, gas, and electricity utilities, cities, industrial complexes, and educational campuses. In June 2026 it was reported to have launched as an independent smart metering company.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1870 |
Headquarters | Morrisville, North Carolina |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Lighting |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Sensus makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers smart metering, monitoring, and analytics tools for utility resource optimization and automatic meter reading.
Certifications
Sensus is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — xylem.com
Trade and customs footprint
Sensus announced in September 2026 that Sensus International would acquire the water metering businesses of EYKON, according to a press release from Sensus International. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1701 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Germany · India · South Korea.
Latest developments
2026-10-21 — Houston Adds $5.5M to Sensus Metering Contract (civiciq.com)
2026-10-06 — Albany County Awards Technology Contract to SENSUS (October 2026) (civiciq.com)
2026-09-22 — Press Releases - Sensus International to acquire Water Metering Businesses from EYKON | Sensus International (sensus-international.com)
2026-06-24 — Spok Announces Sale of Spectrum Licenses to Sensus - Spok Inc. (spok.com)
2026-06-10 — Sensus launches as independent smart metering company - Inside Water (insidewater.com.au)
2026-05-27 — Regulators, Sensus | Xylem US (xylem.com)
Facilities
Sensus is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina. Public sources also reference these locations:
Ludwigshafen, Germany — logos-logistics.com
Company details
Sensus has an estimated revenue band of $5 to 10 billion and operates in over 150 countries, according to its profile. Sensus was founded in 1870, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 156 years in operation (founded 1870). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sensus make?
Sensus makes advanced metering, monitoring, and analytics solutions for utilities and public service organizations, including smart meters for water, gas, and electricity. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, was founded in 1870, and has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees. It is a privately held subsidiary of Xylem, acquired in October 2017, and serves water, gas, and electricity utilities, cities, industrial complexes, and educational campuses. In June 2026 it was reported to have launched as an independent smart metering company.
Where is Sensus headquartered?
Sensus is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina (637 Davis Dr, Morrisville, North Carolina, 27560).
When was Sensus founded?
Sensus was founded in 1870.
How big is Sensus?
Sensus has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does Sensus hold?
Sensus lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Sensus import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1701 inbound shipments for Sensus, with top origins including China · Germany · India · South Korea.
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