Covansys

Stevin Rock – Wireless Infrastructure for IoT Enablement

Introduction

Stevin Rock, a leading quarry operator, needed a reliable and high-performance wireless infrastructure to support IoT devices across its extensive quarry operations. The goal was to enable real-time data collection from silo monitoring systems and utility meters, ensuring streamlined operations and better decision-making. The company faced challenges in integrating IoT technologies into its rugged, expansive quarry environment.
Covansys was tasked with deploying a high-availability wireless infrastructure that would support IoT devices, collect and transmit data, and enable centralized analytics and automation across Stevin Rock’s operations.

Challenges in Implementing Wireless IoT Infrastructure

Key Issues Impacting Efficiency and Data Accessibility

Stevin Rock faced several challenges when trying to enable IoT capabilities across its quarry operations:

Large, Expansive Quarry Area

Large, Expansive Quarry Area

The vast area made it difficult to deploy and maintain a reliable wireless network across all operational zones.
Silo and Utility Monitoring

Silo and Utility Monitoring

Needed a reliable system for monitoring silo levels, utility meters, and equipment performance in real-time.
Data Connectivity

Data Connectivity

Ensuring that IoT devices communicate effectively without interference or downtime.
Integration with Existing Systems

Integration with Existing Systems

Required seamless integration of IoT data into existing platforms for centralized analytics.
Scalability

Scalability

The network needed to be scalable to support future IoT devices and infrastructure expansions.
Remote Device Reliability

Remote Device Reliability

IoT sensors required stable connectivity despite isolated and hard-to-reach locations

Streamlining Operations with Covansys’ Approach (Solution)

Covansys deployed a high-availability wireless network designed to meet the challenges of a large-scale quarry operation.
This wireless infrastructure enabled Stevin Rock to efficiently monitor silo levels, utility meters, and other critical IoT devices, streamlining operations and providing valuable insights for decision-making.

High-Availability Wireless Network

Deployed across the quarry to ensure reliable connectivity for IoT devices.

IoT Device Support

Enabled real-time data collection from silo monitoring systems and utility meters.

Centralized Analytics

Integrated IoT data into centralized systems for detailed analytics and actionable insights.

Seamless Automation

Supported automated processes based on real-time IoT data, optimizing resource usage.

Scalable Infrastructure

Designed to grow with Stevin Rock’s expanding operations and future IoT devices.

Robust Performance

Ensured that the wireless network remained stable, even in harsh quarry conditions.

Reliable Wireless IoT Enablement for Stevin Rock

Covansys delivered a robust wireless infrastructure that enabled real-time monitoring of silo levels and utility meters. The solution improved operational efficiency by integrating IoT data into centralized systems, providing Stevin Rock with valuable insights for optimized resource management.

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Increase in Operational Efficiency
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Reduction in Maintenance Costs
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Improvement in Resource Utilization
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Boost in Real-Time Data Access

Conclusion

By implementing a high-availability wireless IoT infrastructure, Covansys enabled Stevin Rock to optimize its quarry operations. The solution ensured seamless integration of IoT devices, enabling real-time monitoring, data collection, and automation.

Stevin Rock now benefits from centralized analytics that help drive efficiency and improve decision-making processes.