.
iQunet / SENSOR NETWORK
Compact and intelligent sensors
iQunet is a Belgian hi-tech startup (° July 2015) creating IoT-solutions addressing the limits for wireless battery operated sensor networks. By connecting their intelligent sensors with the internet, the collected data could bring smart-factories and smart-homes nearby. They asked us to take their patent pending sensor technology and make it fit into a super compact format. Making it measure physical machine parameters or detect CO2, humidity, presence and temperature it would be the best equipment for asset management in the industry.
Our challenge
All iQunet sensors have very low power consumption working on only 2 standard coin cells., so an IP 68 rate enclosure was an absolute must to ensure a long battery life. All components, except for sensor components, needed to be protected from water and moisture.
Our approach
An iterative process between mechanics, product design, engineering and electronics (iQunet) was key! This to avoid unnecessary handovers and to obtain the most compact pcb layouts with input from everyone involved at every stage of the development process.
Results
This award winning sensor unit became the best performing equipment for asset management in the industry. This because of the unique technology inside, it's compactness and performance. Since iQunet was a start up company we focussed on keeping investment costs low and a fast ROI. We managed to develop 5 different enclosures that can be produced using the same modular mould.
IP68 rating
Our extensive knowledge in developing IP rated enclosures has helped us to shorten the design process. We went from idea to first out of tool components in around 6 months. We tested several PUR potting and sealing techniques ourselves to obtain the required specifications and after 2 iterations with our injection moulding partner we obtained a stunning result.
benjamin@prodotto.be Ι +32 498 33 48 21