Enabling Internet of Things capabilities

Interface's new case study examines the needs of connecting products using sensors over the Internet to provide measured and accurate feedback to improve the user experience. The demands for connecting consumer products and industrial automation continue to grow as connecting devices increases usability, productivity and security.

Interface Sensor Technologies Enables IoT Capabilities highlights products that are part of the Internet of Things (IoT) industry. What is the IoT? The term is often used to describe products and components with sensors, which are often embedded technologies which are used to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the Internet.

Interface is a solution provider for those who need high quality and accurate measurement solutions for IoT capability to develop smart products. We offer a range of load cells in various sizes and capacities, as well as measuring instruments and wireless telemetry systems for IoT applications, from home appliances and fitness equipment to manufacturing robots and self-service kiosks. The ability to immediately use sensor data makes products smarter and allows engineers and consumers to better control the reliability and functionality of sensor-controlled components. IoT enablement uses force sensor measurement in conjunction with data signal compatibility.

Our product and application experts work with engineers, product designers, test labs and manufacturers to find the right solution, whether for a single project or for the actual use of our sensors as an OEM for a new product coming to market.

The accuracy of measurements is critical to the functioning of the IoT as the data is used to measure usage and impact. Data from measurement sensors connected to cloud-enabled and wireless internet devices improves the ability of products to adapt in real time. This can be seen with products such as ice makers or when lifting heavy objects. Activity feedback is sent via the sensor to the data output module so that the information can be used and displayed by Internet-connected devices.

In the case study you will find further ideas and use cases for connecting products and components through sensor-based IoT solutions.