Both manufacturers and system integrators want to use the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to master maintenance schedules, avoid asset losses, and predict machine and system issues.
According to reports, the foundation of industrial IoT solutions lies in the network communication platform, and users must be cautious in choosing. The operators do not want the platform they choose to be replaced by updates. Many manufacturers choose mesh networks as the basis for industrial IoT integration, where each IIoT device can also act as a relay station to forward data to a central server.
This is theoretically feasible, but in reality each device consumes a lot of resources under such a framework. Because each device performs its own work, its antenna also acts as an intermediary station. In addition to resulting in a shortened battery life, the installation of a mesh network is time consuming, requiring complex IT settings and network settings, adding additional cost.
Another option is LoRaWAN, a specification for low-power wide-area networks that can be wirelessly connected. LoRaWAN meets the needs of industrial IoT applications, including ensuring two-way communication, low power consumption, and mobile and local services. LoRaWAN provides seamless interoperability, allowing customers to develop the industrial IoT capabilities they need.
LoRaWAN allows the device to communicate directly with the gateway without the need for network settings. Due to the low demand for electricity, industrial IoT devices have higher endurance than mesh network devices.
Some manufacturing environments may be detrimental to radio wave transmission. After all, there may be a large amount of metal coverage or a thick wall. In this case, LoRaWAN requires an additional plan to ensure that all areas of the plant are covered.
LoRaWAN uses 868MHz spectrum in Europe and 915MHz spectrum in the US and Asia, which is more conducive to indoor use and cheaper. The average indoor access point, each price is between 200 and 600 US dollars, and it is easy to add new contacts to provide the best radio coverage.
The first step for manufacturers to start using LoRaWAN is to think about specific use cases, such as measuring temperature, humidity, air quality, smoke/liquid detection, or resource consumption. Operators can also track the use of assets or understand where employees are located in the factory.
Current calculus software allows operators to understand when machines need to be repaired, and to track assets and monitor logistics in a very cheap way. The price of the LoRaWAN device is much cheaper than the GPS tracker, and its battery life can support continuous monitoring throughout the year.
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