What Exactly, is IoT? In its simplest form, the Internet of Things (IoT), is the connection of a device to the Internet. In earlier years, many referred to this as “machine-to-machine” (M2M) technology, which wasn’t a widely explored use of …
How to Deploy a Successful IoT Strategy
As the Internet of Things continues to gain awareness and popularity, we must ask ourselves: will IoT provide real value to customers, or is it simply the latest buzzword where value remains elusive? We watched “big data” come and go, …
What’s the best way to calculate the ROI for installing remote monitors?
Advance knowledge of threats to your machinery is invaluable. Because failure is not an option in many cases, remote monitors are often the only way to guarantee performance and meet regulations. However, for those who are on the fence about …
What are the advantages and disadvantages of cellular, ethernet, and satellite remote monitoring?
Remote monitoring for machines offers real-time insights for operations managers and technicians. While we may often take the value of remote monitors for granted, we must still decide on what types of monitors to use and how to set them …
What are the differences between basic and advanced remote monitors for power generators?
When searching for remote monitors for machines such as backup power generators, the market offers both basic and advanced options. Basic remote monitors typically offer fewer features at a lower immediate cost, while more advanced monitors offer unique features which …
Why use LTE for remote monitoring when 3G/4G is still available?
When selecting a remote monitoring solution, the type of transmission matters. While there are both cellular and satellite options available, the final decision is not entirely so cut and dry. Once your organization has decided to go with cellular monitoring, …
Why use remote monitors on my pipeline when I already have an excellent team?
Remote monitoring is already an everyday part of most modern industries, and a majority of oil and gas pipelines already require some form of monitoring. The question remains: where does a technical maintenance team’s role end and the remote monitor’s …