We talk IoT – The Internet of Things Business Podcast
Avnet Silica
74 episodes
6 days ago
The We talk IoT podcast keeps listeners updated on the most important developments in the world of the internet of things, iIoT, artificial intelligence, and cognitive computing. Our guests are leading industry experts, business professionals, and experienced journalists as they discuss some of today’s hottest tech topics and how they can help boost your bottom line.
You can follow We talk IoT – the Internet of Things Business podcast anywhere you get your podcasts.
About the host
Stefanie Ruth Heyduck is a science and tech journalist with over 20 years of experience. She has worked for renowned magazines, research institutions, and tech companies. Also, she is an experienced communications consultant and supports her clients with digital and content strategies and new work transformations.
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The We talk IoT podcast keeps listeners updated on the most important developments in the world of the internet of things, iIoT, artificial intelligence, and cognitive computing. Our guests are leading industry experts, business professionals, and experienced journalists as they discuss some of today’s hottest tech topics and how they can help boost your bottom line.
You can follow We talk IoT – the Internet of Things Business podcast anywhere you get your podcasts.
About the host
Stefanie Ruth Heyduck is a science and tech journalist with over 20 years of experience. She has worked for renowned magazines, research institutions, and tech companies. Also, she is an experienced communications consultant and supports her clients with digital and content strategies and new work transformations.
Legacy meets innovation: How Safesquare saves 30-year-old building automation - We talk IoT #74
We talk IoT – The Internet of Things Business Podcast
28 minutes 28 seconds
6 days ago
Legacy meets innovation: How Safesquare saves 30-year-old building automation - We talk IoT #74
In this episode, we explore a hidden crisis affecting thousands of buildings worldwide with Martin Mentzel, CEO of the German company Safesquare.
For thirty years, Local Operating Network (LON) technology has quietly powered building automation systems in hospitals, office buildings, and transport infrastructure. Now, critical components face end-of-life as manufacturers discontinue essential neuron chips, leaving companies scrambling for solutions.
Some companies need 8,000 replacement controllers per year that simply don't exist. Hospital operating rooms, lift systems, and building HVAC networks all depend on technology becoming impossible to maintain.
Martin discusses how Safesquare's babi-LON platform replaces discontinued components without forcing expensive system redesigns. We examine why LON technology has endured for three decades, the scale of the component shortage crisis, and how innovative engineering preserves critical infrastructure investments.
Tune in to discover how one company transforms an industry crisis into an opportunity whilst keeping essential systems running.
#LON #buildingautomation #infrastructure #iot #wetalkiot
Summary of this week's episode:
01:38 Understanding Local Operating Networks (LON) in Building Automation
03:36 The Component Shortage: A Deep Dive
06:52 Safesquare's Solution
08:06 Challenges and Costs of System Redesign
14:16 Safesquare's Journey and Vision
23:18 Future of LON Technology in Building Automation
Show notes:
Safesquare: https://safesquare.eu/
Webinar: https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/2397559/lp/5053037/babi-lon-for-building-automation-safesquare?partnerref=podcast
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We talk IoT – The Internet of Things Business Podcast
The We talk IoT podcast keeps listeners updated on the most important developments in the world of the internet of things, iIoT, artificial intelligence, and cognitive computing. Our guests are leading industry experts, business professionals, and experienced journalists as they discuss some of today’s hottest tech topics and how they can help boost your bottom line.
You can follow We talk IoT – the Internet of Things Business podcast anywhere you get your podcasts.
About the host
Stefanie Ruth Heyduck is a science and tech journalist with over 20 years of experience. She has worked for renowned magazines, research institutions, and tech companies. Also, she is an experienced communications consultant and supports her clients with digital and content strategies and new work transformations.
