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19/06/2026

One of the biggest questions we get about NB-IoT deployments: "How does a battery-powered sensor last for years on a single charge?"

The answer lies in smart power state management.

Here's the breakdown:

- ACTIVE (10–100 mA) — Full power during data transmission. High performance when it matters.
- RRC-IDLE with eDRX (150–200 µA) — The device stays connected but wakes up only periodically to check for incoming data. Smart listening without burning power.
- PSM (Power Saving Mode) (1–10 µA) — Deep sleep. The modem powers down almost entirely, waking only when scheduled or triggered.

The key takeaway: it's not about always saving power — it's about using the right state at the right time. PSM extends battery life for long, infrequent reporting cycles. eDRX keeps devices responsive for smarter wake-ups when faster reachability is needed.

This is exactly the kind of power optimisation built into NORVI's NB-IoT modules — engineered for remote monitoring applications where battery replacement isn't practical for months or years at a time.

Learn More about NORVI MC-12 - https://norvi.io/products/battery-powered-data-logger/

18/06/2026

Your factory is generating data every second. Are you capturing it?

We just published a deep dive on building a smart factory DAQ system using NORVI X – and how analogue, digital, RS-485, and MQTT come together on a single platform.

Real-time data. Grafana dashboards. NORVI Cloud.

Acquire. Connect. Analyse. All in one.

🔗 Read the full article → https://norvi.io/smart-factory-data-acquisition-system-daq-norvi-x/

17/06/2026

38,000 mAh Li-SOCl₂. 3.6 V. −40 °C to +85 °C.

That's the battery story inside the EC-M12.

Lithium thionyl chloride isn't a marketing choice – it's the right chemistry for low-current IoT loads. Flat discharge curve. No self-discharge spike in cold environments. High energy density in a compact cell format.

Paired with the STM32L072 ultra-low-power MCU and a 15-minute Cat-M1 reporting interval, the EC-M12 delivers 3–5 years of field operation without a battery change.

No solar panel. No mains cable. No maintenance schedule.

Just data - for years.

→ Visit: https://norvi.io/products/battery-powered-data-logger/

12/06/2026

4-20 mA. The language every industrial sensor speaks.

The NORVI X EX-AI4 expansion module reads it natively — no signal converters, no external ADCs, no extra cost.

Here's what a clean current loop setup looks like on the bench:

✅ NORVI X-CPU-ESPS3 + EX-AI4 on DIN rail
✅ 24V DC powered via AC-DC Converter
✅ 4-20m A loop wired directly to the analog input terminals
✅ Ready for the field.

Connect a pressure transmitter, flow meter, level sensor, or loop simulator — NORVI X handles it out of the box.

This is how you build industrial-grade analog acquisition without industrial-grade complexity.

👉 norvi.io/norvi-x

10/06/2026

Most industrial equipment doesn't fail without warning.

Long before a motor burns out, a generator trips, or a pump stops unexpectedly, the warning signs are already there – rising temperatures, changing vibration patterns, increasing current draw, and subtle performance shifts.

Predictive maintenance powered by industrial IoT helps engineers identify these issues before they become costly failures.

In our latest article, we explore:
- What predictive maintenance really means
- How Industrial IoT enables continuous condition monitoring
- Key parameters to track for asset health
- Benefits including reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs, and extended equipment life
- A real-world generator monitoring example using NORVI X

If you're looking to move from reactive maintenance to data-driven asset management, this guide provides a practical starting point.

Read the full article: https://norvi.io/predictive-maintenance-industrial-iot/

09/06/2026

Most industrial systems have four layers. Most controllers only handle one. 🏭

NORVI X sits at the centre of the entire automation stack:

📡 Field Devices — sensors, actuators, meters, machines
⚡ NORVI X — edge intelligence, I/O, control, logic & data processing
🔄 Protocols — Modbus TCP, MQTT, HTTPS
☁️ Cloud & Applications — dashboards, analytics, alerts, integrations

One intelligent layer. From field to cloud.

No separate gateway. No middleware. No vendor lock-in.

This is what software-defined automation looks like in 2026.

👉 https://norvi.io/products/modular-industrial-iot-controller-norvi-x/

05/06/2026

A reservoir at the edge of cellular coverage. No power outlet. No one nearby.

That's exactly where the EC-M12 is designed to work.

Mount it. Connect the pressure sensor. Insert the SIM. Done.

Cat-M1 / NB-IoT pushes level readings to the cloud every 15 minutes – for years – on a single Li-SOCl₂ battery pack. Early alerts catch overflow and shortage events before they become incidents. Historical data feeds better water resource decisions.

Rugged. Certified. No custom PCB required.

Learn more at: https://norvi.io/products/battery-powered-data-logger/

03/06/2026

One platform. Five I/O configs. Zero PCB re-spins.

Variant A – 4–20 mA analog
Variant B - RS-485 Modbus
Variant C - Digital Inputs
Variant D - Mixed analog + Digital Inputs
Variant E - Strain gauge / load cell

Same certified platform. Same 38,000 mAh battery. Same Cat-M1 / NB-IoT / 2G modem. Pick the I/O that matches your sensor – wire it, flash it, deploy it.

No RF design. No enclosure engineering. No certification lab.

Visit: https://norvi.io/products/battery-powered-data-logger/

29/05/2026

Exciting news! 🚀

We're thrilled to announce that NORVI will be exhibiting at the Festival of Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering as part of Smart Manufacturing Week 2026.

Join us at Booth N70 to explore our latest Industrial IoT (IIoT), automation, and edge computing solutions designed to accelerate digital transformation across manufacturing and industrial environments.

📍 Booth N70
📅 03–04 June 2026

Whether you're looking to optimise operations, improve connectivity, or drive smarter decision-making, our team will be ready to discuss how NORVI can support your industrial automation journey.

We look forward to connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and technology enthusiasts. See you there!

Visit Us: https://norvi.io/

26/05/2026

Still running proprietary PLCs in 2026? Here's what you're leaving on the table. 👇

We compared NORVI X against traditional PLCs on the four things every system integrator actually cares about:

🔓 Open Programming — not locked to vendor tools or ladder logic
🌐 Native IoT Connectivity — no gateways, no workarounds
🔧 Modular I/O — start small, scale to 200 I/O without rearchitecting
💰 Price — fraction of the cost, with lower TCO over time

NORVI X wins every column.

Modern OT deserves modern infrastructure. Open. Scalable. Deployable.

💬 What's stopping your team from moving beyond proprietary control? Drop it in the comments.

Link: https://norvi.io/products/modular-industrial-iot-controller-norvi-x/

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