Technical discovery
Asset inventory, criticality, coverage, and OT/IT requirements to select the optimal architecture.
Safety and reliability first
Advanced monitoring of steam traps and valves.
Scalable architectures for complex industrial networks, with reliable diagnostics and measurable results.
SIGNIFICANT STEAM SAVINGS AND CO2 EMISSIONS REDUCTION
PROCESS GAS LEAK REDUCTION
+45,000 STEAM TRAPS MONITORED
Immediate detection and localization of steam or gas leaks
Smart prioritization
Energy impact and operational criticality.
Platform in action
Quick solution overview
SmartWatchWebTM Technology
Architectures
Available architectures (7 options)
Wired and wireless options optimized for large monitoring networks.
SmartWatchWebTM
SmartWatchWebTM topology to monitor thousands of steam traps
The system combines digitalization, sensing, data acquisition, and processing for precise real-time diagnostics. This enables steam savings above 10% by applying an intensive maintenance methodology across large steam trap populations.
Proven scalability
Monitoring thousands of steam traps in a single network and platform.
Total flexibility
Wired and wireless architectures in a single system.
Proven results
More than 80 success stories over 25 years.
SmartWatchWebTM Topology
Sensors
Gateway
Platform
CMMS / BI
Wired + Wireless · One operational network
> 10%
Steam savings
+80
Success stories
+25
Years of experience
SmartWatchWebTM offers extraordinary flexibility by combining wired and wireless architectures to adapt to any industrial environment.
Next step
Launch an IoT pilot with defined scope, milestones, and ROI
We design an executable pilot to validate architecture, integration, and results in critical units before full-scale deployment.
Deployment and validation
Commissioning, platform integration, and functional validation with actionable alerts.
Evidence-based scaling
Impact report with energy KPIs and expansion plan for prioritized areas.
Frequently asked questions
Decision guide for IoT and hybrid monitoring
Select the right architecture based on coverage, energy, criticality, cybersecurity, and total cost.
Which IoT architecture is best to start quickly?
LoRaWAN or NB-IoT is usually the fastest path when quick deployment and minimal site work are priorities.
When should you use LoRaWAN?
When you need long battery life, good plant coverage, and efficient sensor scaling.
When should you use NB-IoT/LTE?
When wireless monitoring should avoid additional infrastructure, meaning you need operator-managed cellular connectivity and distributed deployments across multiple locations.
When does ISA100.11a add value?
In industrial environments that require robust wireless networks with advanced OT ecosystem integration.
When should you choose RS-485 bus?
In high-criticality areas, high equipment density zones (groups of up to 20 steam traps installed on manifolds), or where a wired network with power and data in one run is preferred.
Can wireless and wired be combined?
Yes. A combined architecture optimizes CAPEX/OPEX and adapts each plant area to its real needs.
How is the technology chosen by area?
RF coverage, asset criticality, energy availability, cybersecurity, and total lifecycle cost are evaluated.
What role does energy play (battery or solar)?
It is key for IoT node autonomy and reducing field maintenance, especially in remote areas.
Is IoT monitoring scalable to thousands of points?
Yes, with layered network design (nodes, gateways, and platform) and criticality-based prioritization rules.
How does it integrate with maintenance and analytics?
Through integration in the SWW platform to manage monitored and non-monitored equipment, alerts, and energy impact tracking.
What cybersecurity applies to these architectures?
Network segmentation, encrypted communications, access control, and event traceability from device to platform.
How is project ROI validated?
With an initial baseline, steam/CO2 savings KPIs, intervention prioritization, and post-repair verification.
What is the recommended first step?
A pilot scoped to critical units to validate architecture, integration, and results before scaling.
Are there real deployment references?
Yes, you can review industrial cases and projects at https://bitherm.com/projects.