Products and Solutions for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

Smart factories are an important part of the Internet of Things (IoT).  The term IoT describes the technologies that connect objects—from consumer electronics to industrial components—to the internet.  Meanwhile, the Industrial Internet of Things (or IIoT) refers specifically to the impact of this innovation on industrial applications.

IIoT technologies together create “smart” networks.  A smart factory provides plant managers with remote access to wirelessly-connected machines—as well as access to a wealth of data on the operation of those machines—by automating the communication between industrial automation equipment and systems. 

Visibility into the operational status of machine components (both historically and in real-time) allows plant managers to remotely monitor and diagnose systems quickly, as well as identify and resolve problems before the impact on machine availability and productivity compounds.

Predictive analytics allows for more accurate planning of machine maintenance, which can help reduce machine downtime, increase mean time between failure (MTBF), and reduce costs of unnecessary preventative maintenance and spare parts inventory.

Interconnectivity enables seamless communication among machines, components, and people.  It also increases efficiency by allowing for more autonomous machine performance and streamlined manual processes.

Overall, the increased visibility, analytics, and interconnectivity afforded by IIoT mean that these technologies are not just short-term investments or solutions to immediate problems. Rather, they enable continuous improvement by providing companies with the capabilities necessary to solve new problems as they arise—compounding the value of the investment over time.

Banner offers a variety of smart sensors, controllers, and lighting products that help manufacturers increase productivity and make better, data-driven business decisions.