The Ontrax Smart Box is a ruggedized IoT data collection and communication system developed for monitoring smart bathroom facilities in commercial and public environments.
Project Overview
The Smart Box serves as a central data aggregation hub that collects usage and status information from networked bathroom sensor modules and transmits this data remotely for facility management and optimization.
Application
The system enables: - Real-time facility monitoring across multiple bathroom installations - Data-driven cleaning schedules based on actual usage patterns - Predictive maintenance alerts for proactive facility management - Usage analytics for resource optimization - Remote system monitoring and configuration
Technical Specifications
Enclosure
- IP68 waterproof polycarbonate housing for harsh environments
- Rugged construction with integrated side handles for transport
- Professional DIN-rail internal mounting system
Connectivity & Outputs
- 8 M12 industrial connectors for sensor module connections
- Support for up to 100 toilet modules or 50 urinal/washbasin modules
- CEE power connector (110V/230V universal power input)
- Individual output protection with 4A circuit breakers per channel
- Main input fused at 6A for system protection
Communication Systems
- Cellular connectivity: 2G/3G/4G with dual SIM capability for redundancy
- WiFi for local network integration
- VPN connectivity for secure remote updates and monitoring
- Optional Ethernet and GPS/GNSS modules
- Visual indicators: Power and data connection status LEDs
Power Management
- Integrated 24V power distribution system
- Individual per-channel overcurrent protection
- Main power switch for system control
JDT Engineering's Contribution
JDT Engineering provided complete system design, development, and production:
- System Architecture Design: Designed the complete IoT data logging architecture
- Electronics Development: Custom power distribution and data acquisition electronics
- Enclosure Engineering: Component layout optimization for IP68 rating and serviceability
- Cellular Integration: Implementation of 4G/LTE and WiFi connectivity
- VPN & Security: Secure remote access configuration and deployment
- Python Software Development: Data collection and transmission software
- Production: Building, configuring, and testing production units
- Quality Assurance: Comprehensive testing and validation protocols
Technical Highlights
- Robust Industrial Design: IP68 rated enclosure suitable for facility mechanical rooms
- Scalable Architecture: Modular system supporting variable numbers of sensor endpoints
- Remote Management: Full VPN access for firmware updates and diagnostics
- Redundant Connectivity: Dual SIM cellular failover ensures continuous operation
- Professional Cabling: Industrial M12 connectors for reliable field connections
System Integration
The Smart Box integrates with Ontrax's smart bathroom sensor modules via industrial-grade M12 connectors, providing power and bi-directional data communication. Collected data is transmitted via cellular networks to cloud-based analytics platforms for facility management insights.
Client
Developed for Ontrax, specialists in smart facility management solutions for the sanitation industry.
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