IoT Protocol Converter or Gateway Solutions are tools that enable different devices to communicate with each other when they use different protocols. These tools enable the system to operate in an integrated and harmonious manner by converting the communication protocols used by different devices.
For example, although the devices used in an industrial facility have different communication protocols, IoT Protocol Converter or Gateway solutions make it possible to access the devices with each other over the same communication protocol. In this way, connections can be established between different devices and data flow can be provided.
For example, a Mikrodev IoT Protocol Converter can convert protocols such as IEC 62056-21, M-BUS to Modbus protocol and establish a connection between devices with this protocol. Additionally, these devices can be used in industrial automation and telemetry fields.
Where are Gateway Solutions Used?
IoT Gateway solutions are generally used in IoT applications where different devices need to communicate with each other. These applications include industrial automation and telemetry, smart cities, home automation, infrastructures and factories. Additionally, IoT Gateway solutions can be used for organizations to migrate to cloud computing services and cloud-based applications. In this case, gateway solutions can be used to connect existing infrastructures to the cloud. Gateway solutions enable different devices to communicate with each other, making it possible for IoT applications to work more integrated and harmonious.
Different sectors and applications where IoT Gateway solutions are used can be listed as follows:
• Energy management and monitoring systems
• Drinking water SCADA and wastewater treatment automation
• Building and campus automation
• Smart city applications
• Industrial automation and process control systems
• Transportation and logistics solutions
Advantages of Using IoT Gateway Solutions
There are many advantages of using IoT Gateway solutions in terms of automation systems:
• Ensuring communication between devices: Devices working with different protocols and networks can communicate with each other over a common protocol, thanks to the gateway. In this way, data flow and cooperation between different devices can be ensured in IoT applications.
• Data security and privacy: IoT Gateway solutions offer advanced security features to secure data flow between different devices. Gateway ensures data security with IP filtering and password definitions.
• Data pre-processing and analysis: Gateway devices optimize the data coming from the devices and ensure more stable operation with data pre-processing and analysis capabilities.
• Easy integration and scalability: Gateway devices offer easy integration into existing systems and scalability for future expansions.
• Central management and monitoring: IoT Gateway solutions make the data flow between different devices manageable from a central point. In this way, the status and performance of the systems can be controlled centrally in monitoring and management applications thanks to gateway devices. This gives managers the opportunity to monitor their systems more effectively.
• Cost savings: Thanks to the harmonization of devices and efficient data transmission, IoT Gateway solutions save on operational costs.
• Increasing efficiency: IoT Gateway solutions can increase the efficiency of businesses and industrial facilities by enabling data flow and collaboration between devices.
Thanks to these advantages, IoT Gateway solutions are used in many IoT applications such as industrial facilities, smart cities or home automation.
IoT Protocol Converter and Gateway Devices and Domestic Production Mikrodev Solutions
IoT Protocol Converter and Gateway solutions, which carry Mikrodev quality, are devices that provide data flow and communication between devices by connecting different communication protocols and networks. These devices facilitate the integration and management of IoT systems, enabling them to operate more efficiently and effectively. Converters or gateways support industrial protocols such as Modbus, M-Bus, IEC 62056-21, DLMS/COSEM, and enable different devices to communicate with the Modbus communication protocol via RS485 serial port or Ethernet, GSM or Wi-Fi.
Mikrodev produces pioneering solutions with its wide product range for IoT gateway devices. Mikrodev IoT protocol converter gateway product groups can be listed in 4 subcategories:
• MBS100 Series MODBUS Gateway
• MDC100 Series DLMS MODBUS Gateway
• MMS100 Series M-BUS MODBUS Gateway
• SC100 Series Serial Device Server
These categories and the product ranges listed under them can also be listed among the filters according to differences in technical specifications. For MBS100 series Modbus RTU/TCP conversion, conversion of IEC 62056-21 and DLMS COSEM protocols in MDC100 series electricity meters to Modbus TCP
