Edge computing: Transfer only the result to the cloud instead of a
large amount of raw data
Thanks to the security chip, the user data is optimally protected
against espionage and manipulation
The new solution covers the entire workflow – from data collection through preprocessing (edge computing)
and cloud connection to remote maintenance.
Security by Design
Hardware-based storage of certificates and encryption ensures the highest level of security. Both the data
communication and the IoT gateway itself, are much less vulnerable. A security chip (Secure Element) serves
as a secure safe for passwords, certificates and keys.
EDGE computing
The preprocessing of data takes directly place at the plant. Instead of a large amount of raw data, only the
result is transferred to the cloud. A decentralized network structure saves bandwidth and offers more
real-time capability, since latency times are eliminated during transmission via Internet.
mbEDGE is based on established IT standards such as the Docker technology, the graphical development
environment Node-RED and the lean message protocol MQTT. The system supports the popular cloud platforms
such as Azure, IBM and Amazon. Access to plant data is executed via standard industrial protocols such as
OPC-UA, Modbus-TCP and S7-ISOTCP.
If the IoT gateway detects any deviation from the target state, the service team can be alerted to check the
system via remote maintenance and make corrections if necessary.
Remote Maintenance
If the IoT gateway detects any deviation from the target state, the service team can be alerted to check the
system via remote maintenance and make corrections if necessary.
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