Let’s explore the benefits and applications of LoRaWAN IoT in the context of Milesight and RakWireless branded gateways, controllers and sensors for a connected enterprise.
Milesight IoT LoRaWAN
Benefits :
1. Quality and reliability : Milesight products are renowned for their quality and reliability, which ensures stable performance and extended service life.
2. Interoperability : Milesight products are LoRaWAN compliant, meaning they are able to work in synergy with other compliant LoRaWAN devices, opening the way for considerable flexibility and scalability. As a result, Milesight products are compatible with a wide range of Network Servers, including Chirpstack and TheThingsNetwork, while also taking into account their ability to work seamlessly with well-established public networks such as Orange or Bouygues. This broad compatibility means that Milesight LoRaWAN sensors can integrate seamlessly with almost any existing gateway.
3. Ease of integration : Milesight offers open APIs and protocols for easy integration with existing enterprise systems.
4. Advanced Security : Milesight devices offer advanced security mechanisms to protect sensitive data transmitted over the LoRaWAN network.
Applications:
1. Supply Chain Management : Milesight's LoRaWAN sensors can be used to monitor the temperature, humidity and location of goods in transit, ensuring more efficient supply chain management and consistent product quality.
AT101 Outdoor Tracker -> Allows location tracking as well as temperature and tilt.
EM300-TH-868M Sensor -> Temperature and humidity sensor
2. Smart agriculture : Milesight's LoRaWAN soil sensors can measure soil quality, temperature and moisture, enabling farmers to optimize crop management.
EM500-CO2-868M Sensor -> CO2 (greenhouse, etc.)
EM500-SMTC-868M Sensor -> Temperature, humidity and electrical conductivity of the soil
WTS305 Weather Station -> humidity, temperature, barometric pressure, wind speed, wind direction
3. Energy management : Milesight's LoRaWAN controllers can be used to monitor and control lighting, heating and air conditioning in commercial buildings, reducing energy consumption.
AM103 sensor -> CO2, Humidity and temperature (offices, classrooms, etc.)
RakWireless IoT LoRaWAN
Benefits :
1. Portability : RakWireless products are often compact and portable, making them suitable for a variety of applications, including mobile solutions.
2. Cost effective : RakWireless offers an affordable product line, which can be an advantage for small to medium-sized businesses.
3. Ease of deployment : RakWireless products are often plug-and-play, allowing for rapid deployment without requiring extensive technical expertise.
Applications:
1. Asset Tracking : RakWireless LoRaWAN sensors and beacons can be used to track assets, such as construction equipment, containers or vehicles, improving their management and security.
TrackIT WisNode RAKWireless -> GPS tracking
2. Environmental monitoring : RakWireless sensors can be used to monitor air quality, water quality, sound levels, etc. in industrial, urban or rural environments.
WisBlock Core -> Microphone which allows real-time data to be sent from the surrounding noise.
3. Precision agriculture : RakWireless sensors can be used to monitor various agricultural parameters such as weather, soil moisture and crop growth, enabling more precise farm management.
Lorawan Weather Station - RAK Wireless - C15006 -> Allows you to measure temperature, humidity and wind speed.
4. Water management : RakWireless LoRaWAN sensors can monitor water levels in reservoirs, rivers and flood zones, helping prevent water-related disasters.
Water Level Sensor -> Liquid level, can be used in many fields.
In summary, whether with Milesight or RakWireless, LoRaWAN IoT offers benefits such as quality, reliability, ease of integration, and security, while being applicable to a variety of industries, including supply chain management, smart agriculture, energy management, and many others. These solutions enable a connected enterprise to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize processes.